Green Elephant Sanctuary Park
A hands-on elephant sanctuary in Choeng Thale, inland from Bang Tao, where the half day is feeding, a mud bath and a shower with the elephants.
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- Daily 08:00–17:00
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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Green Elephant Sanctuary Park sits in Choeng Thale, inland from Bang Tao and Laguna on Phuket's west coast, and with close to 4,000 Google reviews it's one of the busiest sanctuaries on the island. It's a hands-on place. There's no riding, but the half-day programs are built around feeding the elephants, joining them in a mud bath and rinsing them off under a shower, so plan on getting dirty.
That puts it on the opposite side from Phuket Elephant Sanctuary and Phuket Elephant Nature Reserve, which don't offer bathing at all. World Animal Protection, which assesses elephant venues, advises against bathing with elephants, so if you'd rather keep your distance, pick one of those instead.
Written by Mac Kiley · Updated Oct 2026
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4 Soi Cherngtalay 1, Choeng Thale, Thalang, Phuket 83110, Thailand
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Green Elephant Sanctuary Park: Frequently Asked Questions
Is Green Elephant Sanctuary Park worth visiting?
Green Elephant Sanctuary Park holds a 4.9★ rating from 3,860 Google reviews, placing it among the highest-rated activities & tours in Phuket.
What are the opening hours of Green Elephant Sanctuary Park?
Green Elephant Sanctuary Park 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 Green Elephant Sanctuary Park?
The best months to visit Phuket are November – April, with the most reliable weather. Crowds peak in December – January — going early in the day usually means fewer people. Months to think twice about: May – October (rough seas).
Where is Green Elephant Sanctuary Park located?
Green Elephant Sanctuary Park is at 4 Soi Cherngtalay 1, Choeng Thale, Thalang, Phuket 83110, Thailand, in Phuket. Getting around Phuket: Grab (widely available); Tuk-tuks (fixed routes, negotiate).
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