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This was a truly amazing experience and, without a doubt, the highlight of my holiday so far!I did the 2pm, 3-hour guided tour and couldn’t have asked for a better experience. What really stood out to me was how genuinely passionate and caring everyone who worked there was. You can see that the elephants’ wellbeing genuinely comes first.I loved that we weren’t just walking around a fenced-off area. We were actually out in the elephants’ natural environment — walking through the jungle and rivers, talking to the elephants, scratching their ears and feeding them. It felt incredibly natural and respectful.Of course, you get some amazing photos and the opportunity to get up close and interact with the elephants, but what makes this place special is that it never feels like the experience is about the tourists. It’s about the elephants, and that really shows.An unforgettable experience. I honestly couldn’t recommend this place enough! 🐘❤️I will come back and forever be telling anyone coming to Ao Nang to make sure this place is on the list
A great experience that doesn’t treat the elephant as a commodity. Our guide, Bang, was exceptional and treats the Elephants like they are his family. Would thoroughly recommend this !
One of the most incredible experiences in the world. Thrilling. The people are 10/10.
Heartwarming, but with ethical mixed feelingsI can’t say it wasn't a great experience, as it was genuinely thrilling for me to be there. The elephants do look well-cared for, though as a visitor, one can never know for sure. The staff makes you feel the love and dedication they have for the animals—they were incredibly polite, warm, and friendly throughout the visit.However, I had mixed feelings regarding the ethics of the mud bath and bathing activities with the elephants. I personally chose not to participate in those parts, though my partner did. In my opinion, walking alongside them, offering an occasional gentle touch, or feeding them feels like enough. Allowing direct bathing interactions (twice per day) makes it feel less like a true sanctuary and more like a tourist-driven experience.As far as I know, for an elephant to bathe two or more times a day is completely natural and healthy for its body. The only debatable aspect from a tourism ethics standpoint is when this activity turns into a 'mandatory interactive show' rather than a free, intuitive act by the animal.Still, I appreciate the hospitality and the experience overall. I truly hope these beautiful elephants are genuinely well cared for behind the scenes.
This place deserves six stars! Here, the animals set the pace, not us humans. Every minute you spend there lets you feel how the keepers care for and, above all, love these animals.Our guide, Bang, was simply amazing.Yes, it's significantly more expensive than anything offered at the tourist booths, but it's worth every penny because it's all about animal welfare.Use the official website and book your ticket directly through them. That's all there is to it: you'll be picked up, there will be food and drinks, and you'll experience these majestic animals up close, all without the exploitation they often suffer. ❤️
What an unbelievable day. This was not what I expected to be so close to these Beautiful creatures just wow.Really recommend this place.
A huge thank you to Bang and the entire sanctuary team for their hard work and dedication to the elephants we were lucky enough to meet.This experience will remain unforgettable, and we will gladly return. 🐘
Incredible, my eyes were filled with stars, thank you! I have no words to describe this magnificent place!Sheun & Shannon
What an awesome place to visit and so well ran. If you want to see elephants that are cared for and treated properly this is the best place. Highly recommend.
