Elephant Sanctuary by ECO KHAO LAK ADVENTURE

I have been exploring the Khao lak area and really wanted to see some Asian elephants. I have been reading up on nearby places where you could interact with elephants. My criteria was to not support animal abuse and any kind of mistreatment. Been going through the reviews, and I can say I was surprised. It seems that a lot of the bad reviews are meant for the other elephant attraction, which is just by the road.

As far as I understand there are multiple activities that you can take part of, my goal was to just take a stroll in the area and maybe feed the majestic creatures. Entrance fee was 1200 baht, and I feel that it is worth it, as the upkeep is pretty expensive for animals that need to be fed every 15 minutes. I know that there are other packages that include walking with the elephants and making a vitamin bomb from fruits for them as well, however I don’t know the price for that.

My guide and all the staff were very helpful and super kind. Offered to take pictures for me and even printed a photo, and framed it in a frame which is produced locally with the help of the elephants ☺ (frame is made of elephant dung). After feeding the elephants, you get a chance to bathe them with a hose from a platform, then you get to enjoy the view from the relaxation area, where you can stay indefinitely. The staff provides some beverages and fruits for you, while you get to ask more questions and appreciate these friendly giants. The guide spoke English well, and explained to me that the elephants have a larger area that they can roam in.

From what I saw, there are no signs of any mistreatment of animals. It is very hard work to take care of these giants and requires lots of attention, care and resources.

Small sanctuary with 8 elephants.
We had the opportunity to prepare their food and feed them. We walkef with them, gave them some fruits and watched yhem bath. It was a great experience. So so nice...

We’ve just returned from the most incredible experience at the Elephant Sanctuary in Khao Lak. Our guide, Non, was a kind, patient, and very knowledgeable local with a genuine care for the elephants here. Our experience included making elephant food before feeding it to them by hand. Learning about the elephants and their history, including how they came to be in the sanctuary and what it takes to keep them happy and healthy (a lot). Jon was so passionate about his local town that he squeezed in as much of the local experience as possible including a foot soak and flower art after a beautiful Thai meal at a multi-year Michelin rated restaurant. We also stopped at the Tsunami memorial and bought some handmade items to help support the recovery of the area. All of this but delivered in a calm, considered way without pressure or rushing us at all. None of these things were included in the original booking so were a very pleasant and appreciated surprise. I highly recommend this experience for anyone wanting to get up close and personal with elephants but in a humane and thoughtful way (you may just get some extras thrown in for good measure too).

Such a wonderful place to visit, the staff here do a really good job in looking after the Elephants. Highly recommended a visit.

My wife and I are in Khao Lak on holiday and stopped here during a hike to the waterfall. So glad we did! Our guide Emma was fantastic, spoke excellent English, and is obviously passionate about the sanctuary's mission. Well worth the admission fee to see and support elephants that are being cared for ethically.

Amazing experience with majestic animals ! The guide was so nice and funny, she gave us interesting informations with a touch of humor ! I was looking for a respectful experience with elephants , and I am not disapointed at all. I recommand it to everyone !

Very nice place to see, feed and wash elephants. Elephants are really taken good care here 🥰

Amazing place to visit

Loved this place !

Loved it, feeding and washing the elephants, what a memorable occasion.

We booked direct with this company because of their policy of no riding the elephants.....an amazing experience....the elephants are well looked after in lots of wide, open space....you get to feed them bananas and then to bath them in the river...no huge crowds, just the 2 of us and one elephant

Perfect

One of the highlights of our entire trip to Thailand

Liked the location and the staff

Fantastic elaphant🐘❤

Great Place

Good

Amazing experience.

Es war ein einmaliges Erlebnis !
Wir haben den Elefanten Essen zubereitet und sie gefüttert anschließend konnte wir sogar mit ihnen baden! Pro Person kostet es 1900 Baht (rund 50€). Wir haben ungefähr 2 Stunden dort verbracht. Es ist wirklich empfehlenswert. Es sind beeindruckende Tiere und man sollte es auf jeden Fall gemacht haben. Die Mitarbeiter sind alle sehr freundlich und erklären einem alles. Die Tiere werden augenscheinlich gut behandelt.

Немного дороговато, как по мне, но в целом остались довольны.
На территории парка можно сфотографироваться с попугаями. Ещё нашли ленивую спящую кошку. Ну и слоники, очень милые и забавные, их можно угостить бананами, сахарным тростником и листьями, и искупать. В стоимость посещения включены напитки.
Замечательно провели время.
От отеля Эмеральд дошли пешком.