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Phang Nga Elephant Park

Small, unhurried elephant sanctuary where nobody rides anything and Choosri sets the pace.

4.8(1,540)
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Daily 08:30–17:30

Vet Elephant Sanctuaries

Only visit sanctuaries that prohibit riding, use no chains or bullhooks, and let elephants roam freely. Elephant Nature Park in Chiang Mai set the standard. If a place offers painting shows or circus tricks, walk away.

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Full opening hours
Monday08:30–17:30
Tuesday08:30–17:30
Wednesday08:30–17:30
Thursday08:30–17:30
Friday08:30–17:30
Saturday08:30–17:30
Sunday08:30–17:30

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Why go, and how to do it well

If you've been trawling through Thai elephant camps trying to work out which ones are genuine, this is the sort of place that ends the search. No riding, no shows. The elephants spend their nights roaming the jungle and come back to the park during the day, which tells you more about how they're treated than any brochure could.

The best-known resident is Choosri, a 59-year-old lady who eats for something like twenty hours a day and does her bathing in a big pool with guests scrubbing away beside her. Programmes run from a dawn session, where you walk into the jungle with the mahouts to collect the elephants, up to a four-hour visit with a guided walk, feeding, bathing and lunch. Reviewers rate the lunch, and there's a vegetarian option. Guides field proper questions about elephant care, daily routines and the wider elephant industry in Thailand, so you leave knowing more than you came with. Private tours are possible if you'd rather not share the morning.

Written by Mac Kiley · Updated Sep 2026

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We googled many different ethical elephant sanctuary’s in Thailand before deciding on this one and we are so glad we did. We wanted to make sure the elephants were treated really well so did not want anything to do with anything like riding on them etc We had an amazing once in a lifetime experience with these beautiful gentle giants, and particularly liked the fact that in the evening they are free to roam the jungle to sleep but choose to return to the park during the day clearly enjoying being fed and bathed etc We also liked the fact there wasn’t a large amount of people that could upset or scare the elephants just a few small groups Joy our guide was not only informative but very engaging and patient she answered all questions about the elephants and the sanctuary and Bob our elephant handler clearly loved his elephant Choosri and was happy to take photos for us. The whole experience was finished off by a nice Thai meal and a drink. We would thoroughly recommend a visit to this elephant park

Our Expectations were exceeded , this day finally was great. The closness to the Elephant Choosri is breathtaking. We were alowed to take a bath and wash her in a hugh Pool. She ist 59 years old beautiful safed elephant Lady.so chilly she moves in the Lake and in the wood and are always hungry😃🍍🍌, she has a hard job to Do 20 hours to eat and only 4 hours less to sleep. Sometimes she can remember of some guest When the tourist guide Show her a Foto from peopel the join time with her together she moves her 🐘trunk to the sky and take a reaction for remembering of those guest. She has a big Territorium for Living. And the guarde spent 16 hours every day to take care of her.Thanks for unforgetabel Real Time, we apologize the afternoon .🙏Sabine und Thomas from Austria/Vienna

One of the most impressive things I’ve done! We got the chance to wash and walk with the elephant lady Choosri. We had a very nice and competent guide for our private tour. My impression is that the animals are in good hands and the staff is taking care about them like family members. It was a great experience that I can recommend for everybody who it’s on vacation in Khao Lak or Phuket.

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49 1, Tambon Thung Kha Ngok, Amphoe Mueang Phang-nga, Chang Wat Phang-nga 82000, Thailand

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Phang Nga Elephant Park: Frequently Asked Questions

Is Phang Nga Elephant Park worth visiting?

Phang Nga Elephant Park holds a 4.8★ rating from 1,540 Google reviews, placing it among the highest-rated activities & tours in Khao Lak.

What are the opening hours of Phang Nga Elephant Park?

Phang Nga Elephant Park is typically open 08:30–17:30 — see the full day-by-day schedule in the location info on this page. Hours can change on Thai public holidays, so check ahead for holiday visits.

When is the best time to visit Phang Nga Elephant Park?

The best months to visit Khao Lak are November – April (Similan season Oct 15 – May 15), with the most reliable weather. Crowds peak in December – February (strong European family season) — going early in the day usually means fewer people. Months to think twice about: May – October (rough seas, Similans closed).

Where is Phang Nga Elephant Park located?

Phang Nga Elephant Park is at 49 1, Tambon Thung Kha Ngok, Amphoe Mueang Phang-nga, Chang Wat Phang-nga 82000, Thailand, in Khao Lak. Getting around Khao Lak: Songthaews along the main coastal road (Phetkasem highway); Motorbike rental (฿250–300/day; the resort areas string along one road).

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