Krabielephant love&care
Located in Thab Prik on the outskirts of Krabi town, this sanctuary takes an ethical approach to elephant welfare — visitors can observe, feed, and spend time with the resident elephants without riding. The setting is rural and relatively informal compared to larger commercial operations in Chiang Mai, giving the experience a more personal character. Group sizes are small, allowing closer interaction with the animals and their mahouts. Comfortable shoes and clothes that can get muddy are recommended. The sanctuary sits away from the main tourist beaches and requires transport to reach, but visitors consistently find it worth the trip.
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Reviews from Google
Excellent elephant sanctuary. Great staff and the elephants are happy and friendly. No riding the elephants which is great. You can tell the elephants are well taken of. When we went, there were a few elephants on site, but they do have more. The trainers spend quality time taking care of the elephants and you can feel and see the bond they have with the animals. Very cool experience. I recommend this sanctuary over any location that allows riding or making the elephants perform tricks. We got the opportunity to give the elephants a mud bath and bathe them in the nearby river. We learned a lot of great information about elephants and how they take care of them so well. We got to feed the elephants and pose for pictures with them. The elephants were gentle and happy. Very kid friendly location. I would highly recommend this location! If you do any tourist excursions in Krabi, be sure to include this experience. Absolutely wonderful experience.
It was a really nice experience. We have chosen for this place because we believed it will be friendly for the elephants (because there is no riding). And indeed everyone is friendly against the elephants! The experience starts with feeding, than a little play with the elephants and it ends with elephant bathing. The guides are really friendly. They take a lot of nice pictures and videos of you, and guide you through a nice tour.
great place, elephants seem very happy and taken care off, Mr. Jareon made us a lot of great photos and told many things about those magnificent animals!
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Krabielephant love&care: Frequently Asked Questions
Is Krabielephant love&care worth visiting?
Krabielephant love&care holds a 4.2★ rating from 106 Google reviews — a strong rating for activities & tours in Krabi.
What are the opening hours of Krabielephant love&care?
Krabielephant love&care is typically open 08:00-17:00 — 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 Krabielephant love&care?
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 Krabielephant love&care located?
Krabielephant love&care is at 377 Tambon Thab Prik, Amphoe Mueang Krabi, Chang Wat Krabi 81000, Thailand, in Krabi. Getting around Krabi: Long-tail boats (islands & Railay Beach); Songthaews in Ao Nang.
Location Info
377 Tambon Thab Prik, Amphoe Mueang Krabi, Chang Wat Krabi 81000, Thailand093 591 4993www.krabielephant.com/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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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