Following Giants Krabi / Ao Nang Ethical Elephant Sanctuary
If you've been circling elephant options in Krabi and feeling uneasy about all of them, this is the kind of place that answers the question. There's no riding, no bathing circus, no performance. You walk with the elephants, watch them forage and behave like elephants, and learn about the individual animals and the conservation work behind the operation. That's the whole point, and if you turn up wanting a photo on an elephant's back you'll be disappointed, which is exactly as it should be.
Guest numbers per day are kept low, so it's unhurried rather than herded. Expect an educational tone. You'll come away knowing something about elephant behaviour instead of just having a camera roll. It sits out at Khao Kram, inland from Mueang Krabi, so it's a trip out from the Ao Nang beach strip rather than something you wander to.
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Pair your visit. After Following Giants Krabi / Ao Nang Ethical Elephant Sanctuary, round out your day in Krabi with contrasting stops nearby.
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Following Giants Krabi / Ao Nang Ethical Elephant Sanctuary: Frequently Asked Questions
Is Following Giants Krabi / Ao Nang Ethical Elephant Sanctuary worth visiting?
Following Giants Krabi / Ao Nang Ethical Elephant Sanctuary holds a 5.0★ rating from 2,470 Google reviews, placing it among the highest-rated activities & tours in Krabi.
What are the opening hours of Following Giants Krabi / Ao Nang Ethical Elephant Sanctuary?
Following Giants Krabi / Ao Nang Ethical Elephant Sanctuary is typically open 08:00-18:00 — 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 Following Giants Krabi / Ao Nang Ethical Elephant Sanctuary?
The best months to visit Krabi are November – April, with the most reliable weather. Crowds peak in December – February — going early in the day usually means fewer people. Months to think twice about: June – September (rough Andaman seas).
Where is Following Giants Krabi / Ao Nang Ethical Elephant Sanctuary located?
Following Giants Krabi / Ao Nang Ethical Elephant Sanctuary is at 305, Khao Kram, Amphoe Mueang, Chang Wat Krabi 81000, Thailand, in Krabi. Getting around Krabi: Long-tail boats (islands & Railay Beach); Songthaews in Ao Nang.
Location Info
305, Khao Kram, Amphoe Mueang, Chang Wat Krabi 81000, Thailand092 431 6111www.followinggiants.net/Visitor Information
Best time to visit
November – April
Avoid: June – September (rough Andaman seas)
Rainy season
May – October
Avg. temperature
23°C – 33°C(73°F – 91°F)
Crowds
Peak: December – February
Getting there
Krabi Airport (KBV) has direct flights from Bangkok (1.5 hrs). Ferries connect to Koh Lanta, Koh Phi Phi, and Phuket. Bus or minivan from Phuket takes ~3 hrs.
Getting around
- •Long-tail boats (islands & Railay Beach)
- •Songthaews in Ao Nang
- •Grab (limited, mainly Ao Nang)
- •Motorbike rental
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Tips for Visiting Activities & Tours
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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Do Outdoor Activities in the Morning
Heat and humidity peak from noon to 3 PM. Schedule jungle treks, cycling tours, and outdoor cooking classes for early morning. Water activities are more flexible since you're in and out of the sea.
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Khao Garos
A secluded kayaking and nature destination in Krabi, offering mangrove forests, lagoons, and sea caves.
Khao Thong View Point
A hilltop viewpoint near Krabi town offering sweeping coastal panoramas, with a sea-view restaurant below.
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Location Info
Visitor Information
Best time to visit
November – April
Avoid: June – September (rough Andaman seas)
Rainy season
May – October
Avg. temperature
23°C – 33°C(73°F – 91°F)
Crowds
Peak: December – February
Getting there
Krabi Airport (KBV) has direct flights from Bangkok (1.5 hrs). Ferries connect to Koh Lanta, Koh Phi Phi, and Phuket. Bus or minivan from Phuket takes ~3 hrs.
Getting around
- •Long-tail boats (islands & Railay Beach)
- •Songthaews in Ao Nang
- •Grab (limited, mainly Ao Nang)
- •Motorbike rental