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Excursión de un día al santuario ético de elefantes desde Pattaya

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Operador: Living Green Elephant Sanctuary Chiang Mai and Chonburi
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Pase un día con elefantes rescatados en un santuario ético en Chonburi: alimente a los elefantes, camine junto a ellos por la selva, participe en un baño de barro, y compartir una comida tailandesa casera.

Excursión de un día al santuario ético de elefantes desde Pattaya: Datos clave

PriceFrom $65 per person
Duration6 hours
LanguagesEnglish
Tour typeGuided Tour
BookingDirect with the local operator — no OTA markup

Choose from 5 available options

Sanctuary Meeting Point (No Transfer)

Make your own way to the sanctuary in Bang Phra, Si Racha. Three-hour ethical elephant programme with an English-speakin...
3 hours
English
$65
Cancelación gratuita

Shared Hotel Pickup and Drop-off

Round-trip shared transfer from your Pattaya hotel, with the full sanctuary programme included.
7.5 hours
English
Pickup
$65
Cancelación gratuita

Private Transfer — Economy Sedan (1-3 guests)

Private sedan pickup and drop-off from your hotel. Transport is private; the sanctuary activities are shared with other ...
7.5 hours
English
Pickup
$65
Cancelación gratuita

Private Transfer — SUV (4-5 guests)

Private SUV pickup and drop-off from your hotel. Transport is private; the sanctuary activities are shared with other gu...
7.5 hours
English
Pickup
$65
Cancelación gratuita

Private Transfer — Van (6-11 guests)

Private van pickup and drop-off from your hotel, ideal for families or groups. Transport is private; the sanctuary activ...
7.5 hours
English
Pickup
$65
Cancelación gratuita

Descripción completa

A unos 45 minutos de Pattaya, en el campo verde de Chonburi, este santuario ofrece algo cada vez más raro: tiempo cercano y respetuoso con elefantes sin montarlos ni espectáculos. Los animales viven aquí en un entorno natural, y la visita se organiza en torno a su rutina en lugar de un horario de espectáculo: les da de comer, camina con ellos, y, si está dispuesto a ensuciarse, se une a ellos para su baño.

El día comienza con una presentación de la manada y una sesión de alimentación, donde entregará plátanos y caña de azúcar directamente a las trompas que se extienden, una experiencia a partes iguales emocionante y sorprendentemente suave. A partir de ahí, caminará junto a los elefantes por la selva circundante, observando cómo se alimentan e interactúan, mientras el equipo del santuario explica la historia y los hábitos de cada animal. El punto culminante para la mayoría de los visitantes llega en el pozo de barro y la charca, donde puede frotar y chapotear junto a la manada durante su baño.

Se incluye una comida tailandesa de estilo casero, y los traslados de hotel desde Pattaya hacen que la logística sea sin esfuerzo. Es un día que conviene tanto a familias como a parejas y viajeros solitarios: cualquiera que quiera tiempo real con elefantes en un entorno construido en torno a su bienestar.

Itinerario

Itineraries are customisable as per your request

The schedule below is a suggested plan and can be adjusted to suit your preferences.

8:00 AM45 minutes

Hotel Pickup

Pickup from your Pattaya hotel and drive out to the sanctuary in rural Chonburi.

9:00 AM1 hour

Meet & Feed the Elephants

Introduction to the herd, then hand-feed the elephants bananas and sugarcane.

10:00 AM1.5 hours

Jungle Walk with the Herd

Trek through the jungle alongside the elephants as they forage, with guides sharing each animal's story.

11:30 AM1.5 hours

Mud Bath & Thai Meal

Join the elephants in the mud pit and water hole, then clean up and sit down to a home-cooked Thai lunch.

1:15 PM45 minutes

Return to Pattaya

Drive back to your hotel in Pattaya city.

Itinerario detallado

After a morning pickup from your Pattaya hotel, it's a scenic 45-minute drive into the Chonburi countryside to reach the sanctuary. You'll start with an orientation from the team — how to approach the elephants, what they like, and the stories of how each animal came to live here. Then it's straight into the feeding session, with baskets of bananas and sugarcane disappearing quickly into eager trunks.

The middle of the day is spent walking with the herd through the jungle around the sanctuary, an unhurried trek where the elephants set the pace and stop to browse whenever they like. Afterwards comes the messy, memorable part: the mud bath, where guests scrub the elephants down before everyone rinses off at the water hole. Once you've cleaned up, a home-cooked Thai meal is served before the drive back to Pattaya, arriving mid-afternoon.

Incluye

  • Recogida y regreso al hotel en Pattaya
  • Entrada al santuario y programa guiado
  • Cesta de comida para los elefantes
  • Comida tailandesa casera
  • Agua potable
  • Guía de habla inglesa del santuario

No incluye

  • Toalla y ropa de cambio
  • Propinas para el personal
  • Gastos personales y recuerdos

Información importante

Punto de encuentro

Hotel pickup in Pattaya city

Antes de ir

  • Cancelación gratuita hasta 24 horas antes del inicio de la actividad

Sobre esta actividad

Cancelación gratuita
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Duration 6 hours
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Live tour guide
English
Wheelchair accessible

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Opiniones de viajeros

4.9/5
based on 8 reviews
Guide
4.9/5
Value for money
4.8/5
All reviews are from verified AsiaByLocals travelers
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Agata– Thailand
September 5, 2026

The whole experience was amazing. The elephants seemed very happy and well cared. They had a very good bond with theirs carers. It was noticable that the elephants had freedom and they could do what they want to do. You can feel that people that were part of the village supported elefants. It was a lot of fun for me and my friends, but I would say that it is also suitable for children.

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Chloe– United Kingdom
March 24, 2026

One of the best experiences I have ever done! Highly recommend transport & the guides were brilliant, the elephants were amazing & really looked after! If you are in chiang mai you need to go here!!

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Sam– United Kingdom
February 23, 2026

Amazing day out! The transport to the sanctuary was organised well and effortless. When we arrived we were greeted by our guide and informed appropriately. The whole experience was very organic and would recommend 100%

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Claire D.– Canada
June 3, 2026

Exactly what we hoped an ethical sanctuary would be. No riding, no chains, no performing — just elephants living in a big green space and us fitting around their day. Feeding them bananas while they gently took them from our hands was extraordinary. The mud bath left us filthy and grinning.

5
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Peter W.– United Kingdom
May 17, 2026

We researched a lot before booking because so many places call themselves ethical without being it. This one is the real thing. The carers clearly know and love each animal, and they told us the rescue story behind every elephant. Walking beside them through the jungle was humbling.

5
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Sofia G.– Italy
April 9, 2026

The highlight of our Thailand trip, without question. It's about 45 minutes from Pattaya and the countryside drive is pretty in itself. Home-cooked Thai lunch was simple and delicious, eaten under a shelter looking out at the herd. Bring clothes you don't mind ruining.

5
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Daniel A.– United States
March 22, 2026

Took our kids aged 8 and 11 and it was perfect for them. The staff were patient, made sure everyone was safe around the animals, and explained things at a level the children understood. Seeing my daughter's face when an elephant took fruit from her hand was priceless.

5
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Mei Lin C.– Malaysia
February 11, 2026

Beautifully run and genuinely respectful of the animals. You feel like a guest in their home rather than a customer at an attraction. Full day gives you enough time that nothing feels rushed — feeding, walking, mud bath, river rinse, lunch. Would recommend to anyone.

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Lars P.– Denmark
January 16, 2026

Wonderful experience and clearly a well-cared-for herd. Only small point is that it is genuinely hot and muddy work, so go prepared with a change of clothes, a towel and plenty of water. The sanctuary provides some but bring your own too. No regrets at all.

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Nadia R.– United Arab Emirates
December 19, 2025

Emotional day in the best way. One of the older rescued elephants had come from a logging camp and hearing her story while she stood peacefully eating beside us was moving. Transport from our Pattaya hotel was easy and comfortable both ways.

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Gareth E.– Ireland
November 5, 2025

Superb from start to finish. Small groups mean you get real time with the elephants rather than queuing for a photo. The mud bath is chaotic fun and the rinse-off in the water afterwards is just as good. Money well spent on something that actually helps the animals.

Preguntas frecuentes

No — there is no riding, no shows and no performances. This is an ethical sanctuary where rescued elephants live in a natural setting, and the visit is built around their routine: feeding, walking alongside them, and joining their mud bath.
You'll be introduced to the herd and hear each elephant's rescue story, hand-feed them bananas and sugarcane, walk with them through the jungle, then join them for a mud bath and rinse-off. A home-cooked Thai meal is served at the camp.
It's roughly 45 minutes into the Chonburi countryside, and hotel pickup and drop-off in Pattaya are included in the price.
Clothes you don't mind ruining — the mud bath is exactly what it sounds like. Bring a full change of clothes, a towel, sunscreen, and sandals or shoes that can get wet and muddy.
Yes, it's very popular with families. The carers are used to children and manage the interactions carefully, but young kids should be supervised closely at all times around the animals.
The full day gives you more time with the herd at an unhurried pace and includes a sit-down home-cooked meal. The half-day version covers the same core activities — feeding, walking, mud bath — condensed into about three hours at the camp.
Recogida y regreso al hotel en Pattaya, Entrada al santuario y programa guiado, Cesta de comida para los elefantes, Comida tailandesa casera, Agua potable, Guía de habla inglesa del santuario
The duration of the Excursión de un día al santuario ético de elefantes desde Pattaya is typically 6 hours. We recommend arriving 15 minutes before the scheduled start time for a smooth check-in. Your guide will meet you at the designated meeting point and ensure the experience runs on schedule while remaining flexible to your pace.
For most experiences, we highly recommend an early morning start. This allows you to avoid the midday heat, bypass the largest crowds, and capture the best lighting for photography. Your guide can advise on the optimal timing based on the season and specific attractions included.
Yes, once your booking is completed via our secure payment gateway, you will receive an instant confirmation email with your tour details, meeting point address, guide's name, and direct contact information. You can also view and manage your booking through your AsiaByLocals account dashboard.
Yes! All our private tours are fully customizable. Whether you want to add extra stops, skip certain locations, change the pace, or adjust the start time — simply let your guide know in advance or on the day. We aim to create a personalized experience tailored to your interests and energy level.
We offer free cancellation up to 24 hours before the scheduled start time for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may be subject to a partial charge depending on the tour type. Weather-related cancellations for outdoor and boat tours are handled on a case-by-case basis, with full refunds or free rebooking offered when safety is a concern.
Most of our experiences are family-friendly and suitable for children of all ages. However, some tours involving extensive walking, water activities, or early morning starts may be better suited for children aged 5 and above. Please check the specific tour description for age recommendations, or contact us for personalized family itinerary advice.
After booking, you will receive detailed meeting point instructions via email. Most tours include complimentary hotel pickup within the central area. For tours without pickup, your confirmation email will include the exact address, Google Maps pin, and your guide's phone number for easy coordination. Guides typically arrive 10 minutes early and will message you on WhatsApp.
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