Today I will take everyone to see elephants. It is a half day program. There is a shuttle to the accommodation.When we arrived at the elephant camp, the staff welcomed us very well. Upon arrival, snacks and coffee were immediately available. For the baggage you carry with you There are lockers available.We arrived early and had the opportunity to play with an elephant named Uthai. She is kind and friendly. And they really like to eat. The first step of the project is to educate tourists about elephants.Explain the importance of caring for and raising elephants. Including how to treat them correctly and ethically, how to make vitamin balls. When finished, give vitamins ball and fruits to them
It was so exciting when we got close to him. Even though he's big But he is still cute, kind, and playful. Everyone who participated in today's activities were equally excited.
The next step is to bathe and create a mud spa for the elephants. Unfortunately, I did not bring a change of clothes so I was unable to participate in this activity. So we took cute pictures. Let's share it for everyone to see.
Have you ever wondered why elephants like to sprinkle mud and dirt or sand on their bodies? So what is the purpose of applying mud or making a mud spa for elephants?
1. Protect and preserve the skin.
- Mud has properties that help strengthen elephant skin and prevent irritation from insects or hot sunlight. Elephants use mud all over their bodies to reduce heat and protect against insect bites.
2.Cooling
- On a hot day Applying mud all over the body will help lower the elephant's body temperature. Makes the elephant feel cool Elephants often use water and mud to cool their bodies.
3. Play and happiness
- Applying mud is an activity that elephants really like. It is a way of playing and building relationships between elephants and other elephants. There are also people taking care of them and applying mud to make them feel fun and happy.
4.Take care of the elephant's skin and hair.
- Mud contains minerals that are beneficial to the skin and fur of elephants. Helps make the skin strong and the fur look shiny.
After bathing and applying mud to the elephant. The staff took the elephant to rest and eat. Our next activity was taking a shower and making papaya salad. The staff will teach foreigners how to make papaya salad. When finished, you can eat. He organized it as a buffet. Finished eating and sent back to the accommodation. Before leaving, don't forget to leave a tip to encourage the employees in their work. No flaws at all, everyone is cute.
This experience not only makes us feel happy. But it also makes one feel the importance of preserving and protecting elephants. Getting close to the elephants and feeling their gentleness It was an unforgettable experience and will remain in my heart forever.
Departure & Return Location Your hotel or villa on Koh Samui
Pickup time Depending on the choice of program, morning 08:00 a.m. - 09:00 p.m. or afternoon 12:00 p.m. - 13:00 p.m
Price included HALF DAY VISIT Adult: 3,000 baht / person Child <10 yrs 1,900 baht / person Child <3 yrs Free Accident Insurance
Mobile Ticket
Professional guide
Pick-up at your Hotel
Full Itinerary
Food for elephants
Snacks
Softdrinks
Return to your Hotel
What Excluded
Own expenses
Personal expenses
Lunch or dinner
√ Your passport number to complete our Insurance Agreement (on your phone or a paper copy). You do not need to bring your actual passport just details of the number.
√ Personal travel insurance - recommended for international travel in case of accident
√ Cash to pay for your visit to our sanctuary - no deposit required when booking online
√ A refillable water bottle as we have large chilled filtered water dispensers for refills
√ Cap or wide brimmed hat to protect from the sun
√ Sunglasses
√ Sunscreen
√ Insect repellent
√ Camera
√ Closed toe shoes or trainers
√ Clothes you don't mind getting sweaty or dirty
MORNING 08.00 - 09.00 am, pick up from your hotel and activities done around 12.00 - 12.30 pm.
AFTERNOON 12.00 - 13:00 pm, pick up from your hotel and activities done around 16:00 - 16:30 pm.
- Drive approximately 30 min from Nathon Pier
- Arrive at Elephant Jungle Sanctuary Samui
- Receive an introductory lesson about elephant behavior and history, before meeting our elephants. Feed, photograph, interact with the elephants.
- Make supplementary food for elephants
- Participate in our physical examination
- Enjoy watching the elephants cover themself for rejuvenating mud spa.
- Walk with the elephants and bathe them in the water.
- Eat a meal of traditional Thai food and seasonal fruit.
- Say goodbye to the elephants. Leave Elephant Camp Samui and drive approximately 30 – hour back to your accommodation.
Pick up
Depending on the choice of program, morning 08:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. or afternoon 12:00 p.m. - 16:30 p.m., we will pick you up in an air-conditioned minibus or in a vehicle from the category "SUV" (depending on your location) at your accommodation and then guide you to the elephant home animal shelter in the south of Koh Samui. Step by step, all other participants are collected for this activity until the entire travel group is completely together.
Welcome and Introduction
When you arrive at the elephant shelter, there you will be warmly welcomed and you will be receive an introduction about the concept and objective from samui elephant Sancetuary. The elephants here can have a pleasant everyday life. As you will experience for yourself, the employees of the elephant shelter treat the magnificent pachyderms very lovingly and sensitively.
Preparation of the meal
Participate in preparing a meal and learn how to make supplementary food for elephants. Sfterward, you will feed organic food from our camp such as grass and bananas and interact to take picture with elephants. It will be an emotional unique moment.
Watch the elephants
As soon as the pachyderms have enjoyed their meal, you can also take the time to watch the elephants while they are strolling through the extensive grounds. The elephants need a rest break, which the trained staff pays very careful attention to. If you have any questions, the employees are always at your disposal.
Enjoy with elephants
After the elephants have rested, they often have fun playing and taking a pleasant dip. Now you have the unique opportunity to experience the participation to play and shower with elephants in the giant bath to take care of the elephants. Now it's worth having the camera ready because you won't get that close to an elephant that's used to humans.
Drop-off
Depending on the program you choose, we will pick you up in an air-conditioned minibus or in a vehicle from the category "SUV" at the elephant shelter and then take you back to your accommodation. Step by step, all other participants of the activity will be dropped off until the entire tour group has completely reached their accommodations.
Important notes!
- Please bring your passport or ID card for the insurance registration.
- If the road to your accommodation is too steep or inaccessible, we will have to pick you up at a nearby alternative pick-up location, which you need to reach on your own. If this is the case, you will receive a Google Maps Link shortly after your booking!
- Depending on the weather and traffic conditions, the program can be adjusted.
What to where to elephant sanctuary?
When visiting Samui Elephant Sanctuary please wear clothes that are respectful to the local culture.
- Women: no bikinis / swimsuits.
- Men: please wear a t-shirt or singlet shirt (don't come shirtless)
- Please wear shoes / sandals / flip flops / trainers (don't come barefoot)
What to bring
Here is a list of things that we suggest you bring for your visit to our sanctuary:
- Your passport number to complete our Insurance Agreement (on your phone or a paper copy). You do not need to bring your actual passport just details of the number.
- Personal travel insurance - recommended for international travel in case of accident
- Cash to pay for your visit to our sanctuary - no deposit required when booking online
- A refillable water bottle as we have large chilled filtered water dispensers for refills
- Cap or wide brimmed hat to protect from the sun
- Sunglasses
- Sunscreen
- Insect repellent
- Camera
- Closed toe shoes or trainers
- Clothes you don't mind getting sweaty or dirty
What Shoes to wear?
Closed-Toe Shoes: Wear comfortable, closed-toe shoes or sneakers that provide stability and protect your feet. This is important as you may be walking on uneven terrain or interacting with elephants in close proximity.
Can you see the elephant in Samui?
You may not know that beyond the beautiful beaches of Samui lies another incredible experience – visiting Elephant Jungle Sanctuary Samui, the best elephant sanctuary on the island. We promote sustainable and ethical treatment of elephants, and our little elephant village stands as a shining example.
Is Samui elephant Kingdom ethical?
Samui Elephant Kingdom Sanctuary - A hand-off and ethical interaction with elephants. Nestled in the heart of Samui Island, is the Samui Elephant Kingdom Sanctuary stretching over green vast land that cares for the well-being of elephants away from exploitation and labor.