Facilities at Elephant Jungle Sanctuary Phuket
Restroom
Shower
There are 3 locations of the Elephant Jungle Sanctuary Phuket: Kathu camp, Thalang camp, and Bang Tao camp.
- Visitors choosing package with pick-up/dropoff will automatically be taken to the branch closest to their accommodation.
- For visitors choosing the feeding program can go to the meetup point at elephant Jungle cafe.
Meeting point for feeding program: Elephant Jungle cafe
Camp 1 Kathu Waterfalls
Camp 2 Thalang
Camp 3 Bang Tao
Address Information
2/12 Moo 6 Kathu sub-district, Kathu District, Phuket. 83120
https://goo.gl/maps/TronweHHKWMrb5V48
Feeding Itinerary
Feeding times is every 30 minutes. Visitors can choose to visit anytime between 09:00 AM - 15:30 PM
*All menu and itinerary may change without prior notice. We allow visitors to spend as much time as possible at the sanctuary and therefore the timing shown besides the pickup time are only approximates.
Feed and Shower Itinerary
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Morning Program
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Afternoon Program
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Activities
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08:45 - 09:30
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12:45 - 13:30
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Pick up from your hotel or accommodation.
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10:00
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14:00
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Meet the elephants. Feed them and administer dietary supplements as you lean their stories. Play, interact, and take photos with the elephants in a natural setting.
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10:30
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14:30
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Join the elephants in our specially constructed outdoor "Elephant Shower"
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| 11:00 |
15:00
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Use our facilities to take a (regular) shower, dry off, and change clothes.
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| 11:30 |
15:30
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Leave the Elephant Jungle Sanctuary and drive for approximately 1 hour back through spectacular island scenery.
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12:00
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16:00
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Drop off at your hotel or accommodation (if applicable).
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*All menu and itinerary may change without prior notice.
Half Day Visit Itinerary
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Morning Program
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Afternoon Program
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Activities
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06:30 - 07:00
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11:30 - 12:30
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Pick up from your hotel or accommodation.
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08:00
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13:00
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Arrive at the Elephant Jungle Sanctuary. Enjoy a welcome snack, sip tea or coffee, and learn about elephants.
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08:15
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13:15
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Assist with the preparation of natural dietary supplements for the elephants.
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| 08:30 |
13:30
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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.
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| 09:00 |
14:00
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Mud spa with the elephants
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09:30
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14:30
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Swimming with the elephants before joining them in our specially constructed outdoor 'Elephant Shower'
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| 10:10 |
15:10
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Use our facilities to take a (regular) shower, dry off, and change clothes.
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10:20
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15:20
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Eat a lunch of traditional Thai food and seasonal fruit.
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10:45
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15:45
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Participate in our unique 'DIY Poop Paper' recycled paper activity, before saying goodbye to the friendly elephants.
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11:00
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16:00
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Leave the Elephant Jungle Sanctuary and drive for approximately 1 hour back through spectacular island scenery.
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12:00 - 12:30
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17:00 - 17:30
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Drop off at your hotel or accommodation (if applicable)
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*All menu and itinerary may change without prior notice. We allow visitors to spend as much time as possible at the sanctuary and therefore the timing shown besides the pickup time are only approximates.
Suggested items to bring with you
- Hat
- Raincoat
- Sunscreen
- Sneaker or sport shoes
- Bug spray
- Small bag
- Changing cloth for half day and full day program
Elephant Jungle Sanctuary Phuket provides pickup dropoff for 'Feed & Shower' program and 'Half Day Play with Elephants' program. Transfer is provided with a white van from hotels and accommodations within Phuket city, Kata, Karon, Patong, and Kamala.
- Transfer is provided with vans, SUV, or sedan based on number of visitors.
- Visiting camp Kathu, you will be transfered by a double seated open-air truck.
Pickup time:
- Half day program
- Morning program 06:30 - 07:45
- Afternoon program 11:30 - 12:45
- Feed and shower program
- Morning program: 08:45 - 09:30
- Afternoon program: 12:45 - 13:30
Dropoff time:
- Half day program
- Morning program 11:30 - 12:00
- Afternoon program 16:30 - 17:30
- Feed and shower program
- Morning program: 12:00
- Afternoon program: 16:00
Q: Will I see a baby elephant?
A: While they currently care for infant elephants, they can not guarantee that you will get the opportunity to interact with one.
Q: How many Elephant Jungle Sanctuary Phuket locations are there?
A: Elephant Jungle Sanctuary currently has 3 locations in Phuket.
Q: Can I choose which location I visit?
A: The location you visit will largely be determined by which program you choose (e.g. Half Day/Done Day Walk), the number of visitors on the date of your visit, and where your place of accommodation is located. However, if you wish to visit a specific Elephant Jungle Sanctuary location (for example, if you have visited that location previously, or it has been recommended by a friend), please inform us in advance, and we will endeavor to accommodate your request.
Q: Are the activities the same at every location?
A: Yes, The itinerary and activities for each program remain the same at each location in Phuket.
Q: What fitness level is needed to visit Elephant Jungle Sanctuary Phuket? Can I visit if I have mobility issues?
A: All fitness levels are welcomed at Elephant Jungle Sanctuary, however some of locations require moderate hiking ability. If you have mobility issues, please inform us of this prior to your visit, and we will ensure that you visit location suites to your needs. You will never be forced to do anything you feel uncomfortable doing. Please note that unfortunately, none of locations are currently wheelchair accessible.
Q: Is a visit to Elephant Jungle Sanctuary Phuket suitable for children/infants?
A: Yes. All ages are welcome at Elephant Jungle Sanctuary. Please note that, to ensure the safety of young children and infants, close parental supervision is essential during any interaction with elephant.
Q: What kind of food will be served?
A: You will be provided with buffet-style traditional Thai food, including vegetarian options. All dietary restrictions can be accommodated, provided they are informed of them prior to your visit, and other beverages are available for purchase.
Q: Is it safe to touching and playing with elephants?
A: Normally, you should avoid getting close to wild elephants. However, all elephants at the Elephant Jungle Sanctuary were born from the zoo or tourist attraction which make them familiar with people. But be aware that getting close to elephant for a long time can make them feel nervous and tried. Staff at Elephant Jungle Sanctuary will always be aware and ensure that both elephants and visitors can enjoy together happily.
