Description
Bukit Elephant Sanctuary is home to six elephants and their mahouts, who have lived here for many years.
The mahouts and guides work with love and dedication.
This is a sanctuary, so there are no elephant rides—only care and the chance to feed the elephants.
The "Elephant Nature Mini" program includes:
- Feeding the elephants a basket of bananas.
- Observing the elephants’ natural behavior up close.
- Learning about each elephant's history and habits.
- Taking photos with the elephants.
- Demonstration of rubber tree tapping and latex product creation.
Included in the price
- Transfer from all hotels in Phuket (except Mai Khao Beach, Naiyang, Naithon, Layan)
- English-speaking guide
- Staying in the nursery under the program
- Fruits for elephants
- Medical insurance
Extra charge
- Transfer surcharge from Mai Khao Beach, Naiyang, Naithon, Layan areas - 250 baht per adult, 150 baht per child
- Individual transfer upon request - 3 000 baht per car round trip
- Individual transfer by Toyota Alphard - 10 000 baht
- Russian guide Treasure Island - 1 500 baht
What to bring
- Comfortable clothes and shoes
- Socks (the park provides rubber boots)
- Mosquito and midge repellents
- Photo and video equipment
- Money for personal expenses, drinks, tips
Important to known
- From 4-11 years old – children's rate. Free for children up to 3 years old (no separate seat in the minivan).
- The program is available for people of any physical activity, pregnant women and small children.