Phuket Hidden Forest Elephant Reserve Guided Tour With Lunch
Seeing elephants ethically in Thailand can be confusing, with many venues offering very different experiences. This visit to Hidden Forest Elephant Reserve focuses on observation and education in a natural, forested setting. Learn about each rescued elephant’s history and biology as you explore their spacious enclosures—an informative way to connect with these animals responsibly. A vegan meal is included, freshly prepared without dairy, eggs, fish, or oyster sauce.
Highlights
- ✓Enjoy insightful live commentary from a guide
- ✓Watch elephants bathe and graze in their natural habitat
- ✓A vegan Thai buffet lunch is included to keep you fueled
- ✓Hotel pickup makes reaching the rural location easy
What you'll see & do
- ✓On arrival enjoy complimentary refreshments before we watch an informative introduction video. We then meet and feed our elephants before going on a scenic walk through the forest observing and learning about their history, their stories, and their unique personalities. We don't follow a set route, our elephants are free to roam and forage, and if our elephants stop, we stop! Relax in our Bamboo Observation Huts as the elephant’s graze, play in the mud or bathe nearby with stunning views of the forest and a view over the valley to Big Buddha. So many fabulous photo and video opportunities! You will end your visit with a delicious vegetarian Thai buffet at our fabulous bamboo salas overlooking the pond as the elephant’s bathe and graze nearby. Your visit directly supports our work to rescue and rehabilitate elephants. Our key focus is to educate and bring awareness to the plight of the Asian Elephant and lead by example with our ethical approach to experiencing elephants.
What's included
- ✓Educational introduction video
- ✓Vegan Meal (No dairy, eggs, Fish or oyster sauce)
- ✓Transportation by air-conditioned van
- ✓Entrance Ticket
- ✓Refill Water
- ✓Hotel Pick up & Drop Off for area in Patong, Chalong, Nai Harn, Kata, and Karon
- ✓English Speaking Tour Guide
What's not included
- ✓Tipping
- ✓Bathing with elephants
- ✓Refill Bottle water
Good to know
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Not recommended for postoperative patients
Not suitable for those with severe knee and ankle
The forest trails are not wheelchair accessible
Baby strollers are not allowed; a baby carrier is required for infants
Pickup service is included in Patong, Chalong, Nai Harn, Kata, and Karon area only, please mention your hotel name and address during the booking. * Morning Tour: The Pickup starts between 08:00 am - 08:30 am. * Afternoon Tour: The Pickup starts between 12:45 pm - 1:15 pm. Our customer service will finalize the precise pick-up time and communicate it to you via email. Kindly ensure to double-check your email for updates. We recommend arriving at your hotel lobby at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled pickup time to meet your tour guide.
Cancellation policy
- •A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
- •No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.
Phuket Hidden Forest Elephant Reserve Guided Tour With Lunch
Seeing elephants ethically in Thailand can be confusing, with many venues offering very different experiences. This visit to Hidden Forest Elephant Reserve focuses on observation and education in a natural, forested setting. Learn about each rescued elephant’s history and biology as you explore their spacious enclosures—an informative way to connect with these animals responsibly. A vegan meal is included, freshly prepared without dairy, eggs, fish, or oyster sauce.
Highlights
- ✓Enjoy insightful live commentary from a guide
- ✓Watch elephants bathe and graze in their natural habitat
- ✓A vegan Thai buffet lunch is included to keep you fueled
- ✓Hotel pickup makes reaching the rural location easy
What you'll see & do
- ✓On arrival enjoy complimentary refreshments before we watch an informative introduction video. We then meet and feed our elephants before going on a scenic walk through the forest observing and learning about their history, their stories, and their unique personalities. We don't follow a set route, our elephants are free to roam and forage, and if our elephants stop, we stop! Relax in our Bamboo Observation Huts as the elephant’s graze, play in the mud or bathe nearby with stunning views of the forest and a view over the valley to Big Buddha. So many fabulous photo and video opportunities! You will end your visit with a delicious vegetarian Thai buffet at our fabulous bamboo salas overlooking the pond as the elephant’s bathe and graze nearby. Your visit directly supports our work to rescue and rehabilitate elephants. Our key focus is to educate and bring awareness to the plight of the Asian Elephant and lead by example with our ethical approach to experiencing elephants.
What's included
- ✓Educational introduction video
- ✓Vegan Meal (No dairy, eggs, Fish or oyster sauce)
- ✓Transportation by air-conditioned van
- ✓Entrance Ticket
- ✓Refill Water
- ✓Hotel Pick up & Drop Off for area in Patong, Chalong, Nai Harn, Kata, and Karon
- ✓English Speaking Tour Guide
What's not included
- ✓Tipping
- ✓Bathing with elephants
- ✓Refill Bottle water
Good to know
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Not recommended for postoperative patients
Not suitable for those with severe knee and ankle
The forest trails are not wheelchair accessible
Baby strollers are not allowed; a baby carrier is required for infants
Pickup service is included in Patong, Chalong, Nai Harn, Kata, and Karon area only, please mention your hotel name and address during the booking. * Morning Tour: The Pickup starts between 08:00 am - 08:30 am. * Afternoon Tour: The Pickup starts between 12:45 pm - 1:15 pm. Our customer service will finalize the precise pick-up time and communicate it to you via email. Kindly ensure to double-check your email for updates. We recommend arriving at your hotel lobby at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled pickup time to meet your tour guide.
Cancellation policy
- •A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
- •No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.