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Koh Samui: Ethical Elephant Sanctuary Tour with Buffet Lunch

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Koh Samui: Ethical Elephant Sanctuary Tour with Buffet Lunch
Certified by GetYourGuide
Top rated
4.8
281 reviews

Watch rescued elephants play in the mud and bathe in the ponds on a half-day tour of the Samui Elephant Sanctuary. Enjoy the included hotel transfers from Ko Samui and a tasty buffet lunch.

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Duration 5 hours
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Skip the ticket line
Live tour guide
Thai, English
Pickup included
Pickup start at 8am and 1 pm. from hotel over Koh Samui

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

J
John – United Kingdom

Surperb organisation from start to finish . A life-teams dream fulfilled. What a fabulous facility for the elephants to enjoy their latter years

K
Katie-mae – United Kingdom

Amazing!!! Please don’t second guess booking this. We wanted somewhere where you got a close interaction with the elephants but it still being ethical! They are looked after like royalty here. The staff are amazing and are great with kids! Buffet was lovely too!

Itinerary

  • Timeline stop icon

    3 pickup location options:

    Nathon Pier, Samui Airport, Ko Samui

  • Van

    (30 minutes)

  • Timeline stop icon

    Samui Elephant Sanctuary

    Visit, Guided tour, Walk (3 hours)

  • Van

    (30 minutes)

  • 3 drop-off locations:

    Nathon Pier, Samui Airport, Ko Samui

Main stop

For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.

Highlights

  • Spend an enjoyable half-day with elephants
  • Assist with the preparation of natural dietary supplements for the elephants
  • Spend an enjoyable half-day with the lovely giant creatures by observing
  • Dine whilst watching the elephants play freely in the water

Full description

Pickup from your hotel to Samui Elephant Sanctuary to meet the home of 6 retired elephants. The sanctuary is listed by World Animal Protection.

Watch the rescued elephants play in the mud and bathe in the ponds by themselves and you will learn from our experienced tour guide about the elephants. This program is suitable for all ages and please note that the activities do not offer bathing and mud spa with the elephants.

You will see them splash, roll around, submerge, and cover themselves in mud and having a good time.

Includes

  • Hotel transfers from Koh Samui Hotels
  • English-speaking tour guide
  • Two traditional Thai buffet meals
  • Water
  • Food for feeding the elephants
  • 1 Save the World canvas bag
  • Hotel transfers outside designated locations
  • Personal expenses
  • Gratuities

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Important information

Know before you go

  • Bring sunglasses, sunscreen, insect repellent, change of clothes, cap or a wide-brimmed hat to protect from the sun
  • Closed-toe shoes or trainers for drier weather are recommended
  • Large golf-sized umbrellas are provided to use for sun protection as well as the rain
  • In case of rain, rain boots will be provided as it can be muddy, so please bring a pair of socks
  • Wear clothes you don't mind getting sweaty or muddy
  • Your exact pickup time will be sent to you via email

Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.8 /5

based on 281 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    4.9/5
  • Transportation
    4.5/5
  • Value for money
    4.5/5

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John – United KingdomMarch 26, 2025 – Verified booking
Surperb organisation from start to finish . A life-teams dream fulfilled. What a fabulous facility for the elephants to enjoy their latter years
K
Katie-mae – United KingdomMarch 22, 2025 – Verified booking
Amazing!!! Please don’t second guess booking this. We wanted somewhere where you got a close interaction with the elephants but it still being ethical! They are looked after like royalty here. The staff are amazing and are great with kids! Buffet was lovely too!
H
Harmeet – United KingdomMarch 18, 2025 – Verified booking
Amazing tour which included making food for the elephants and feeding them. We also got to walk in the elephant park with a guide and see them roaming around. This is an ethical elephant sanctuary so gladly there is no mis treatment or forced work of the elephants. Amazing facility, highly recommended.

Product ID: 243917

Activity provider:My Holiday Centre Company Limited

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