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Half day elephant encounter from Phuket

4.8/5
314 reviews

This tour is your backstage pass to the world of elephants in Thailand. The adventure kicks off at the elephant sanctuary with a refreshing welcome drink, setting the tone for the day ahead. After a short video on the history of domestic elephants, you'll learn about the camp's values and how it was founded. Plus, you'll catch a live feed from the Elephant Hospital – an emotional reminder of the care and commitment that goes into their well-being. Prasit, one of our expert local guides, says: "The elephant is Thailand's national animal and holds deep cultural significance - it symbolizes power, wisdom, and good fortune."

Next, it's time to get hands-on. You'll roll up your sleeves, prepare nutritious food, and feed the elephants. Watch them as they enjoy their meals and observe their natural behaviours, including their playful mud baths – a vital part of their routine. The day continues with some creative fun. You'll try your hand at making eco-friendly mulberry paper from elephant dung – yes, it's as cool as it sounds – and take home a one-of-a-kind souvenir. Asian elephants can consume over 200 kilos of vegetation each day, so their dung is an abundant resource.

Then, to wrap up, enjoy a live Thai cooking demo where chefs walk you through traditional dishes, before tucking into a buffet surrounded by lush nature and the peaceful presence of the elephants.

Main features

Free cancellation
Place: Phuket
Duration: from 2 hours to 4 hours
Language:German, English
Mobile voucher accepted

Additional features

Entrance Fees Included
Guided Tour
Instant confirmation
e-Voucher
Hotel pick up

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Why you’ll love this…

  • You'll get to see Thailand's elephants up close
  • A chance to make eco-friendly mulberry paper
  • Watching elephants splash around in a mud bath is all part of the fun
  • You will finish your experience with a Thai cooking demo and buffet
  • Your local guide has plenty of insights to share with you on the day

Important to know

  • Not suitable for those with reduced mobility due to uneven paths or steps
  • Not suitable for wheelchairs
  • Children must be supervised by an adult (over 18 years) at all time
  • Bring a hat
  • Bring insect repellent
  • Subject to weather conditions
  • Please note that all times are approximate and subject to change

Cancellation policy

Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 1 day before the experience begins.


What’s included

  • Transport
  • Guide
  • Lunch
  • Drinks

This experience meets the Global Sustainable Tourism Council criteria. By choosing this experience you can protect the places you love, care for the environment and support local communities.

Booking fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.


Pickup points

To see which pickup points are available, check under availability & prices.

Provider

TUI DESTINATION EXPERIENCES (THAILAND) LTD.


What people say about this experience

4.8/5

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Based on 314 reviews


Review categories

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3.4/5

Service

2.6/5

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  • C

    Chezza

    Traveled as a couple


    April 26, 2026
    5

    United Kingdom

    Loved everything about the tour,information, food, feeding and bathing the elephants, making pictures, making food for the elephants, cooking lesson, the buffet. Excellent experience, do many memories, Melly was funny, kind and very informative guide.

  • L

    Laurence

    April 25, 2026
    4.2

    United Kingdom

    Very enjoyable day, and a lovely meal to finish it off.

  • A

    Anna

    Traveled as a couple


    April 24, 2026
    5

    United Kingdom

    We loved our whole day. Our guide was friendly,funny and had a big knowledge about elephants.We really enjoyed it ,also loved our cooking class.

  • K

    Kath ej

    Traveled as a couple


    April 21, 2026
    5

    United Kingdom

    Excellent day out first class information and hot up Close with all elephants wasn’t rushed at all . The guide was very knowledgable and we met lovely people highly recommend for all ages

  • D

    Donna

    Traveled as a couple


    April 21, 2026
    5

    United Kingdom

    Absolutely fabulous 100%*******

  • G

    Gordon and Nickie

    Traveled as a couple


    April 17, 2026
    5

    United Kingdom

    Great experience we did the same tour last year. Once in your life you have to do this the elephants are loving and you will never forget the experience. You have videos. And food and you cook your own lunch. Great morning out.