Krabi Elephant Care House with Tiger Cave Temple
Elephant sanctuary with visit of Wat Tam Suea
Highlights
- Watch them enjoy their mud spa
- Walk with the elephants along a stream
- Take a bath with the elephants
- Clean the elephant's skin
- Visit Tiger Cave Temple
What to expect
On the day of your trip, get picked up from your accommodation and drive to Krabi Elephant Care House at the foot of Khao Phanom Bencha mountain in just 15 minutes. You will be met by an English-speaking guide and learn about the their behavior, what they eat, and their individual stories.
Watch them enjoy their mud spa and join them. The elephants apply mud on their skin as a healthy sunscreen and mud treatment. Next, walk with the elephants, bathe them, and join them in the water for a refreshing cool-off. Brush the elephants while they frolic and play in the water and watch them enjoy being pampered. Feed them pineapples and bananas, and observe these gentle giants as they enjoy their newfound freedom.
The elephants belong to the locals and are treated like a family. A strong belief in human-elephant interaction is what makes Krabi Elephant House so special. You are able to have a life-enhancing experience with these magnificent animals and learn about them in a natural and relaxed environment.
At midday you will strengthen yourself with a healthy Thai style meal at the sanctuary prepared from the local cook, so that you will be ready for the afternoon activity.
Continue to Tiger Cave Temple, a sacred site which is well-known for its exceedingly steep and sweaty ascent with 1237 steps. You will be rewarded with an outstanding view over Krabi’s limestone rocks and coastal area. But also, the main “Tiger Cave” and the “wonderland” rainforest, are very interesting and worth seeing.
Itinerary
- 08:00 - 08:45: Hotel pickup in Krabi
- 08:45 - 09:45: Transfer to the elephant camp
- 09:45 - 10:00: Meet the guide and change clothes
- 10:00 - 10:45: Walk with the elephants along a stream
- 10:45 - 11:00: Apply a muddy treatment to the elephant's skin
- 11:00 - 12:00: Bath with the elephants and give food
- 12:00 - 13:00: Enjoy a picnic lunch with Thai food
- 13:00 - 14:00: Visit Tiger Cave Temple
- 14:00 - 14:30: Transfer back to your hotel
- * The tour program is subject to change due to weather conditions
- ** The given itineraries are for the starting time at 8am
Inclusions
- Hotel round-trip transfer
- Drinking water and fruits
- Thai style lunch set
- Food for feed Elephant, vitamin & medicine
- Professional English and Chinese speaking guide
- Basic travel accident insurance (covers injuries sustained only during the trip. It does not cover treatment for pre-existing medical conditions)
Important Information
- Bring sunscreen, sun hat, sunglasses, bathing suits, towel, extra shirt, walking shoes, camera and insect repellent.
- Not only do elephants roam free but they also can disengage from contact at will.
- The sanctuary does not offer any riding activity!
- Please be advised that as of March 1st, 2024, a new entrance fee of 50 THB per person will be implemented for visiting the Tiger Cave Temple.
- There is a minimum of 2 people required to run this activity! On the rare occasion that we should be required to cancel this trip, we will inform you in advance and offer a different travel date, an alternative activity or provide a full refund.
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Price Breakdown
- To guarantee a booking, book no later than 10 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- During high season (November - April) and on National Holidays, book as early as possible as seats sell out fast.
- Due to bad weather or sea conditions, the tour may be postponed or cancelled with a full refund.
- You can cancel up to 24 hours prior to departure date and receive a refund (minus payment fees). Read our Terms & Conditions.
Activity Details
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- Duration 5.5 hours
- Pickup times per zone Show
- Means of transport Local pickup truck
- Guidance Professional English and Chinese speaking tour guide
- Group size 2 - 20 people
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