Phuket Island Elephant Jungle Sanctuary Experience | Thailand

－ What You Can Expect －

Make the most of your visit to Thailand by participating in this tour combining entertainment with charity. Elephant Jungle Sanctuary is a project that allows you to turn your kindness into practical use and have tons of fun at the same time.

Venture to a natural paradise featuring picturesque scenery and adorable elephants. Enjoy bathing, feeding, and playing with them on your visit. Drink in the stunning views of green mountains and powdery beach. Savor the fresh air produced by the primitive jungle. In this extremely pleasant environment, absorb the historical and biological knowledge about these gigantic animals offered by a professional guide fluent in English.

Take loads of memorable pictures yourself or take advantage of complimentary photography service. Let the professional photographer capture the highlight moments, dribs, and drabs, all available for download on Dropbox. Enjoy the wonderful experience at a valuable price and the money from you will be investing in elephant rescue missions and environment protection. Explore the elephant's world with kindness and love right now!

－ Itinerary －

Half Day Visit 

• 6:30-7:30 am/11:30 – 12:30 pm: Pick up from your hotel or accommodation in Phuket (if applicable – fees apply).
• 8:00 am/13:00 pm: Arrive at Elephant Jungle Sanctuary Phuket. Enjoy a welcome snack, sip tea or coffee, and learn about elephants as you are given an introduction to our program.
• 8:15 am/13:15 pm: Assist with the preparation of natural dietary supplements for the elephants.
• 8:30 am/13:30 pm: Meet the elephants. Feed them and administer dietary supplements as you learn their stories. Play, interact, and take photos with the elephants in a natural setting.
• 9:00 am/14:00 pm: Mud spa with the elephants.
• 9:30 am/14:30 pm: Swim with the elephants before joining them in our specially constructed outdoor 'Elephant Shower'
• 10:10 am/15:10 pm Use our facilities to take a (regular) shower, dry off, and change clothes.
• 10:20 am/15:20 pm: Eat a lunch of traditional Thai food and seasonal fruit.
• 10:45 am/15:45 pm: Participate in our unique ‘DIY Poop Paper’ recycled paper activity, before saying goodbye to the friendly elephants.
• 11:00 am/16:00 pm Leave the Elephant Jungle Sanctuary and drive for approximately 1 hour back through spectacular island scenery.
• 12:00-12:30/17:00-17:30 pm: pm Drop off at your hotel or accommodation (if applicable).

Feed Me Program (1 Hour)

• Feed Me’ experience is a perfect way for anyone on a budget or a tight schedule to discover the magic of spending time with these beautiful giants. Feed and observe the elephants we care for in a pristine natural environment, and take home photographs and memories you can cherish for life.
• Every 1 Hour from 09:00 - 16:00 hrs.
• Transportation is not provided for this program.
  

Feed and Shower Program (1.5 Hours)

• 8:45-9:00 am/9:00-9:15 am (Morning session), 12:45-13:00 pm/13:00-13:15 pm (Afternoon session): Pick up from your hotel or accommodation in Phuket (if applicable – fees apply).
• Our one-of-a-kind 'Feed and Shower' experience allows visitors an opportunity to interact closely with elephants in an ethical manner.
• Morning ‘Feed & Shower’ Experience Start Time: 10:00 
• Afternoon ‘Feed & Shower’ Experience Start Time: 14:00
  
• Please note that the above times are start times for the program, and not pick-up times for transport to EJS Phuket.
  

－Important Info－

• Free pick-up service areas: Bang Tao, Cape Panwa, Cape Tukkae, Chalong, Laem Hin, Kamala, Karon, Kata, Mai Khao, Nai Harn Beach, Nai Thon Beach, Nai Yang, Patong, Phuket Old Town, Promthep Cape, Rawai, Surin Beach
• Private Minivan Service is available to/from all areas of Phuket. Transport to/from all forms of accommodation, including Airbnb lodging or other private accommodation, may be arranged. The price is ฿1,500 / Group of 1-8 Passengers (Round trip).
  
• At Elephant Jungle Sanctuary, we will allow you to spend as much time as possible with the elephants.
• There is no formal schedule and aside from pick-up times, the times shown here are approximations.
• Certain activities are dependent on seasonal availability and may be subject to change. Thus, the itinerary above should be used as an illustrative guide only.

－Additional Info－

• Free admission for children age 3 and under
• It is recommended to bring following items to the tour: sunblock, hat, swimwear, repellent, towel, camera, casual shoes, and extra clothing for changing