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1 day(s)
Regular
1-10 people
moderate
This program is aimed at anyone seeking to learn more about
elephants and observe our beautiful rescues as they forage through
the jungle.
Upon arrival to the sanctuary, visitors will be briefed on
the day's itinerary. Once packed, you will set out on your trek into the jungle with
your guide where you will find free-roaming elephants and hear their individual
stories. You can touch, feed, photograph, and interact with the
elephants at your leisure while you learn about their lifestyle and behaviors.
Through your trek, you will also get to observe the lush greenery that Koh Samui has to offer.
After Lunch, You will do activity same as half day afternoon program.
you will learn more about elephants and their different behaviors. You will
also assist in preparing the medicinal soil for their consumption. After
feeding you will accompany them to a nearby mud spa. Get muddy with the
elephants as you apply a healthy cosmetic mud treatment to their skin. Once
the elephants are clean, you can take some final photos with them, and then it
will be time to part ways with your new friend and change into some dry
clothes. Finally, eat some snacks and seasonal fresh fruit, before enjoying
once again the impressive rural scenery as you drive back to the hotel.
**Operate
Daily & Duration time 6hours**
Duration
1 day(s)
Max Group Size
1-10 people
Tour Code
888
Departure Type
scheduled
Tour Category
Eco
Guiding Method
Partially guided
Operated In
Age Requirement
7 - 60
Surat Thani
Surat Thani
Itinerary
08.00-09.00hrs. Pick up from your hotel in Samui Island (if
applicable–fees apply)
·
Arrive at Elephant Jungle
Sanctuary Samui. Enjoy a welcome snack, sip tea or coffee and learn about
elephants as you are given an introduction to our program.
·
Introduction & Feeding Brief
presentation about elephants, preparation of supplement balls, and feeding
session.
·
Mountain Trek Guided
elephant walk through the mountain terrain, experiencing nature alongside these
magnificent animals.
·
Lunch Break
Enjoy lunch at our rest area while observing elephants foraging in their
natural environment.
·
Return Journey
Walk back to camp and participate in elephant care through refreshing water
spraying.
·
Cultural & Care Activities
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Traditional Thai tie-dye workshop
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Elephant health examination and
monitoring
-
Grass cutting and planting for
elephant nutrition
·
Bathing Experience Join
the elephants for their bathing session, creating memorable interactive
moments.
·
Farewell Meal
Enjoy authentic Thai cuisine before bidding farewell to the elephants.
·
Leave the Elephant Jungle
Sanctuary and drop off at your hotel or accommodation.
Fluent
English speaking tour guide
Lunch and Dinner with traditional Thai meal
Join
Round-trip transportation in Samui zone (except airport, pier, and villa on the
hill)
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Photographer (Customers can download experience photos from our private portal)
- Food for the elephants
- Snacks, tea, coffee, drinking water
- Own expense
- Tip for guide & driver