Living Green Elephant Sanctuary: Ethical Elephant Experience from Bangkok

🐘 Tour Highlights

🐘 Interact ethically with rescued elephants—no riding, chains, or performances

🍽️ Enjoy a local Thai meal and cultural introduction before meeting the elephants

🌿 Walk alongside elephants through jungle trails and join them for a bath

🌄 Relax in the peaceful mountain setting of Chonburi, just 1.5 hours from Bangkok

🚐 Hassle-free day trip with round-trip transfers available from Bangkok & Pattaya

🌱 Support genuine elephant conservation and animal welfare

📖 Full Experience

Escape the bustle of the city for a meaningful day in nature at the Living Green Elephant Sanctuary. Located in the tranquil mountains of Chonburi, this 40-acre sanctuary is home to elephants rescued from riding camps, circuses, and logging industries.

Your visit starts with changing into traditional Mo Hom clothing, followed by an insightful briefing about elephant behavior, their stories, and conservation. Then, it’s time to meet the elephants!

Feed them by hand, walk with them through forest trails, and—if they’re in the mood—join them in a natural mud bath and refreshing river soak. These moments are entirely on the elephants’ terms, ensuring a respectful and rewarding experience for all.

After your adventure, relax with panoramic views and enjoy a plate of freshly prepared Ancient Pad Thai, cooked with locally sourced ingredients.

Choose from morning or afternoon sessions, with convenient pickup options available from Bangkok, Pattaya, or the Ekkamai Bus Terminal.

✅ What’s Included

Local Thai meal (Pad Thai + seasonal fruit)

Traditional clothing & all activity equipment

Elephant feeding & interaction

Jungle trekking with the elephants

Bathing session (optional based on elephant preference)

Round-trip hotel transfers (if selected)

English-speaking staff

Insurance coverage
 

❌ Not Included

Personal expenses

Tips & gratuities

Large luggage transport fee (200 THB per bag)

🕒 Tour Duration

6–7 hours total (including round-trip transportation)

Session Times:

Morning: Pickup starts around 07:00, return by 14:30

Afternoon: Pickup starts around 11:00, return by 18:30

Meeting Point (if no hotel transfer):
📍 Ekkamai Bus Terminal – Look for sanctuary staff with a sign
🕘 Morning: 07:30–14:30 | Afternoon: 11:00–18:30

🚫 Not Suitable For

Children under 2 years old

Pregnant women

Guests with serious back problems

🎒 What to Bring

Towel & change of clothes (you will get muddy!)

Comfortable clothes & sandals

Water bottle

Camera (non-flash photography recommended)

🔎 Good to Know

🐘 The bathing session depends on the elephants' mood—they are never forced

🕒 Exact pickup time will be emailed to you the evening before your tour

🧳 An extra fee of 200 THB per medium/large suitcase applies if bringing luggage

♻️ A portion of your booking directly supports ongoing elephant rescue efforts