Pattaya Elephant Village
A show-and-rides attraction with elephants, not a sanctuary, and the animal welfare question is a real one.
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- Hours
- Daily 10:00–17:00
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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- +66 65 692 4291
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Go in knowing what this is. It's an entertainment park built around elephants, with stage shows, ox-cart rides, silk-weaving demonstrations and photo sessions, and it doesn't pretend to be a rescue center once you're inside. Plenty of families come away thrilled, especially with the performances and the mini Tiffany-style show, and one recurring note in the reviews is that the elephants refuse food when they've had enough, which people read as a sign they're not being pushed.
The other side is loud and worth taking seriously. Rabbits, guinea pigs, ferrets, meerkats and snakes get handed round for photos with music blaring, monkeys are kept in cages, and the elephants walk and perform through the day. If any of that bothers you, this isn't your outing and no amount of good stagecraft will fix it. If it doesn't, you'll get a full afternoon out of the place.
On costs, foreigners pay 400 baht entry with a drink included, Thai citizens get in free if they buy a 120 baht drink at the cafe, and elephant rides cost extra. Photos with a performer after the show run 100 baht.
Written by Mac Kiley · Updated Sep 2026
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Reviews from Google
Show was amazing and very well done by all the performers. If you want a picture after the show with a performer, they cost 100 baht each. Which is quite reasonable as entry is free for Thai citizens as long as they buy a drink from the cafe for 120 baht. Foreigners pay 400 baht entry fee which includes a free drink. Elephant rides are also an extra charge.
We really enjoyed this place. Feels like any bad review would probably be from people who didn’t go that are just on here saying don’t ride elephants. But we had a blast not just with the elephants but the other animals and watching their shows.
I am absolutely shocked by what I saw here. This is NOT a sanctuary, it is a place of animal exploitation. For shows and photos, they drag out bunnies, guinea pigs, ferrets, meerkats, and snakes, forcing them to be held by tourists while blasting extremely loud music. The stress these small animals must feel is heartbreaking. Monkeys are kept in tiny, depressing cages. The elephants are forced to walk with people and perform all day long. This place uses the word "Sanctuary" to trick tourists, but in reality, it is pure animal cruelty for profit. Please, if you care about animals, DO NOT support this place. There are ethical sanctuaries in Thailand, but this is definitely not one of them. It could be a very nice place, but not like this. Do better. Animals are no toys.
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48, 120, Muang Pattaya, Amphoe Bang Lamung, Chang Wat Chon Buri 20150, Thailand
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Pattaya Elephant Village: Frequently Asked Questions
Is Pattaya Elephant Village worth visiting?
Pattaya Elephant Village holds a 4.0★ rating from 2,748 Google reviews — a strong rating for activities & tours in Pattaya.
What are the opening hours of Pattaya Elephant Village?
Pattaya Elephant Village is typically open 10:00–17:00 — 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 Pattaya Elephant Village?
The best months to visit Pattaya are November – February, with the most reliable weather. Crowds peak in December – January — going early in the day usually means fewer people. Months to think twice about: September – October (wettest months).
Where is Pattaya Elephant Village located?
Pattaya Elephant Village is at 48, 120, Muang Pattaya, Amphoe Bang Lamung, Chang Wat Chon Buri 20150, Thailand, in Pattaya. Getting around Pattaya: Baht buses (songthaews on fixed routes); Grab (widely available).
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