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A group of people observing an elephant on a dirt path in a lush, green forested area with a thatched-roof structure in the background. 1
A group of people observing elephants in a forested area. 2
A group of people walking on a path surrounded by lush greenery and a signboard about elephant conservation. 3
A bamboo structure labeled 'Hill Tribe Elephant Village' with visitors interacting at a counter. 4
A group of people walking on a concrete path surrounded by greenery. 5
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Free cancellation available
Price is AU$57 per adult
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Activity location

    Meeting/Redemption Point

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      Self-Arrival (Faster Check-In)

      • Activity duration is 1 hour1h
        1h
      • English

      Choose this option if you prefer to make your own way to our sanctuary. Meeting directly at Hill Tribe Elephant Village allows for a faster check-in and a smoother start to your experience. Detailed directions will be provided after booking.

      Language options: English
      Price details
      AU$57.37 x 1 AdultAU$57.37
      Total
      Price is AU$57.37

      Hotel Pickup – Patong, Tri Trang & Kalim Areas

      • Activity duration is 1 hour1h
        1h
      • English

      Return hotel transfer from selected areas including Patong, Tri Trang, and Kalim. Exact pickup time will be reconfirmed prior to your visit.

      Language options: English
      Price details
      AU$61.19 x 1 AdultAU$61.19
      Total
      Price is AU$61.19

      Optional Hotel Pickup – Anywhere in Phuket

      • Activity duration is 1 hour1h
        1h
      • English

      Return transfer service available from all areas in Phuket, including the Cruise Terminal. Pickup time will be reconfirmed prior to your visit. Please allow a flexible time window due to travel distance and traffic conditions.

      Language options: English
      Price details
      AU$72.67 x 1 AdultAU$72.67
      Total
      Price is AU$72.67

      What's included, what's not

      • Inclusions
        Hotel pickup and drop-off (if selected)
      • Inclusions
        English-speaking guide
      • Inclusions
        Elephant education session
      • Inclusions
        Guided forest walk
      • Inclusions
        Natural food preparation activity
      • Inclusions
        Drinking water
      • Inclusions
        Insurance
      • Exclusions
        Meal

      Know before you book

        • Not allowed: Alcohol and drugs, Intoxication

      What you can expect

      • Spend meaningful time with elephants near Patong in a calm, keeper-led setting designed for responsible travellers. This experience focuses on learning, observation, and respectful elephant care rather than shows or riding.

        After arriving at Patong Hill Tribe Elephant Village, meet your local host and learn about the elephants’ daily care routines, food, behaviour, and individual personalities. Help prepare natural food such as grass, banana tree, or herbal food under staff guidance.

        Walk through the sanctuary area with your guide and observe the elephants as they eat, move, and interact naturally. Activities may vary depending on elephant comfort, safety, weather, and keeper guidance.

        This experience is ideal for travellers who want a short, meaningful elephant activity close to Patong, Kata, Karon, and nearby areas — with clear welfare standards and no riding, no shows, no tricks, and no forced swimming.

      Location

      Activity location

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        • Phuket City
        • Phuket City, Chang Wat Phuket, Thailand

      Meeting/Redemption Point

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        • 29, 3 Thanon Hasippi, Tambon Patong, Amphoe Kathu, Chang Wat Phuket 83150, Thailand | Located on Hasippee Road, in the hills behind Patong City Centre. Follow the concrete road up about 200 meters to the entrance with our elephant village sign. Staff in blue Hill Tribe Elephant Village shirts will welcome you at the reception. - If you arrive more than 10 minutes late from the meeting time schedule or after we have started the program, you may be considered a no-shows.
        • Tambon Patong, Chang Wat Phuket, Thailand