Khao Lak Elephant Sanctuary Tour with Waterfall and Lunch
Khao Lak, Thailand
4 hours
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What You Will Do
Discover the healing power of nature with our 2-hour Herbal Vitamin Ball. Learn to create traditional Thai herbal balls and their health benefits. Enjoy a delicious lunch and visit a stunning waterfall, immersing yourself in the beauty of nature. It's a unique opportunity to enhance your well-being and connect with Thailand's natural wonders.
What's Included?
- Lunch
- 2 hours Herbal Vitamin Ball Workshop
- Shower room facilities
- Waterfall visit
- Tea and coffee
What's Not Included?
- Sunscreen and bug spray
- Tips
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Additional Information
This activity is operated by Khaolak Elephant Sanctuary
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- We do not force them to engage in any activities. If an activity cannot be conducted as planned due to the elephants' choice, no refunds can be provided. We respect the elephants' natural behavior and provide opportunities for observation and interaction based on their comfort and willingness.
Guide Options
- Guide - English
Customer Reviews
Mixed Reviews
2024-12-07
Elephants never forget and neither will I!!!
2024-10-07
Life affirming experience spending time with beautiful elephants who have been rescued from lives of drudgery and abuse.
Our guide Tony was very knowledgeable and all the workers we met were friendly and helpful. The facilities in the sanctuary meet all your needs. Would recommend staying on and eating in the cafe there.
The elephants are really well cared for. We got to feed them, help collect their food from local farms, saw them swimming in the river and as a bonus had a cooking lesson where we were given so much delicious Thai food it was impossible to finish.
This would be a brilliant day out for anyone. It is a must do if you have children. Teach them to respect and care for animals and the environment.
Our guide Tony was very knowledgeable and all the workers we met were friendly and helpful. The facilities in the sanctuary meet all your needs. Would recommend staying on and eating in the cafe there.
The elephants are really well cared for. We got to feed them, help collect their food from local farms, saw them swimming in the river and as a bonus had a cooking lesson where we were given so much delicious Thai food it was impossible to finish.
This would be a brilliant day out for anyone. It is a must do if you have children. Teach them to respect and care for animals and the environment.
On the surface, it’s great that there’s no riding, bathing, or forced labor for the elephants.
Most are older (45+ years), and it’s comforting to know they’re no longer subjected to harsh work like logging or circus acts.
However, the sanctuary seems VERY aware of how informed tourists are about animal cruelty, and it felt like they’ve adapted to appear “ethical” more for profit than for the genuine well-being of the elephants.
The elephants were beautiful, but the constant swaying (a definite sign of distress) and small pens during feeding didn’t feel right.
They stood in the same spots the entire time we were there (4 hours). While the banana tree cutting was fun, they felt like padding for the experience.
The waterfall was lovely, and the Pad Thai cooking class and lunch were definite highlights.
Overall, it’s better than traditional elephant tourism, but the sanctuary’s intentions felt more business-oriented than truly ethical.
The experience was slightly overpriced, with confusing payment terms (half upfront, half on the day).
Mixed feelings—fun in parts but left feeling uneasy.