Krabi: Ao Nang Elephant Sanctuary Half-Day Tour



Spend quality time feeding and bathing rescued elephants at an ethically-run sanctuary on this half-day tour in Krabi. Gain insight into the history and behavior of these majestic creatures.

Highlights

  • Enjoy up-close interactions with rescued elephants and hear their rescue stories
  • Assist with the preparation of natural dietary supplements for the elephants
  • Experience the fun of having a mud spa day with the elephants
  • Bathe the elephants and watch them enjoy being cared for

Description

Interact with majestic elephants on this day tour from Krabi to the Ao Nang Elephant Sanctuary. Travel in a comfortable and air-conditioned vehicle and enjoy a snack, seasonal fruit, and a drink. Learn about these incredible creatures and join them in the water. 

Be picked up from your accommodation and drive to Ao Nang Elephant Sanctuary. There, you will be met by your English-speaking guide and learn about the history of elephants in Thailand, their behavior, what they eat, and their individual stories.

Receive bananas to feed free-roaming elephants and learn about their individual stories. Touch, feed, photograph, and interact with the elephants at your leisure while your guide tells you about their lifestyle, and behaviors. 

Listen as your guide tells you about how these elephants are rescued from lives of logging or carrying people. After you have met all the elephants, join them in applying mud on the skin as a healthy sunscreen and mud treatment. 

Walk with the elephants, bathe them, and join them in the water for a refreshing cool-off. Brush the elephants while they frolic and play in the water and watch them enjoy being pampered.

Once the elephants are clean, you can take some final photos with them, and then it will be time to part ways and change into some dry clothes. Finally, enjoy some seasonal fresh fruits and coconut water before your transfer back to the hotel.

Includes

  • Tour guide
  • Snack, seasonal fruit, and juice
  • Drinking water, coffee, and tea
  • Food to feed elephants
  • Transfer to/from Ao Nam Mao pier
  • Accident insurance

Excludes

  • Gratuities
  • Lunch or dinner
  • Towel

Important Information

  • Please note that you will need your passport number to fill in the accident insurance form at the sanctuary
    Please bring your own water shoes for walking on the ground during the activity, or you can purchase them at our location
    The pickup time confirmation will be sent by the local partner in a separate email after booking

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund

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Frequently Asked Questions

You can interact closely with rescued elephants, help prepare their natural dietary supplements, enjoy a mud spa with them, and bathe the elephants.
The tour takes place at the Ao Nang Elephant Sanctuary near Krabi, with transportation from Phuket in an air-conditioned vehicle.
The tour is suitable for most people interested in learning about and interacting with elephants; check the provider's website for any age or health restrictions.
The tour lasts approximately half a day, including travel time from Phuket to the sanctuary.
Yes, the tour includes snacks, seasonal fruit, and a drink during your visit to the sanctuary.
Yes, guests can bathe the elephants and assist in preparing their natural food supplements.
It's recommended to bring comfortable clothing, a towel, and any personal items, while specifics can be confirmed on the booking site.
Age restrictions may apply; check the official tour details, but typically children are welcome with adult supervision.
Pickup and drop-off are provided from selected locations in Phuket, with details available when booking.
Please visit the booking website for the most up-to-date hours and availability information.

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