Looking for a meaningful elephant experience in Phuket?

Skip the traditional shows and rides that exploit these majestic creatures. Instead, visit an ethical elephant sanctuary! These sanctuaries prioritize the well-being of rescued and retired elephants. 

This guide introduces you to Phuket's top 3 sanctuaries. Learn about the elephants, create lasting memories, and contribute to their happy future!

1. Elephant Jungle Sanctuary Phuket

One of the biggest Elephant Sanctuary Networks operates in Chiang Mai, Pattaya, Phuket, and Koh Samui providing a safe place for elephants rescued from all over the country.

Instead of shows and rides, you'll learn about the elephants' fascinating history and behaviors. Then, get ready for some fun! You can join the elephants for a swim, mud wallowing, and even help give them a refreshing shower. After all this activity, a delicious Thai lunch will be served to refuel you for the rest of your adventure.

Highlights

• The biggest elephant sanctuary network
• 3 convenience locations in Phuket
• 5-Star Ratign on TripAdvisor

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2. Phuket Elephant Care

Phuket Elephant Care offers a sanctuary for Phuket's elephants, giving these rescued animals a safe and happy home after lives spent in entertainment or labor.

Choose either the full-day or half-day program, where you'll prepare food for the elephants, feed them, and take care of them. The sanctuary ensures a memorable day spent with these adorable giants.

Highlights

• 3 convenience locations in Phuket
• Choices of full-day and half-day programs
• 5-Star rating on Tripadvisor
• DIY souvenir

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3. Elephant Retirement Park Phuket 

Elephant Retirement Park Phuket is a sanctuary for retired and rescued elephants, offering natural habitats where they can freely roam, graze, and swim.

The Half Day Elephant Care program offers 3.5 hours of engaging activities with elephants. You'll learn about them, prepare and feed them food, give them some treatments, and shower them. The program concludes with a buffet lunch accommodating both vegetarian and non-vegetarian guests.

Highlights

• Buffet lunch (veg and non-veg)
• Customized T-Shirt
• Free round-trip transfer all over Phuket

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