An amazing experience that you can feel good about. Our guide was very funny and knowledgeable and showed us the sanctuary’s elephant hospital that included a huge pool for the animals’ aquatherapy. The elephants are treated very well and you can tell they are genuinely very cared for.
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Must visit - does not disappoint
Second time in Thailand and second time visiting the sanctuary. I will never go to one of the many elephant tours around Phuket I did my research and this is by far the most ethical and true sanctuary in phuket. Of course you want to hug and interact with these beautiful animals but considering their life prior to the sanctuary they were just used for working and entertainment it’s heartbreaking. I loved the fact that there’s no touching, feeding riding or bathing just walking amongst these giants was a treat and created a memorable afternoon. This place has grown and improved over the years and I wish I could do more to help support an important cause.
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Elephants having a second chance in life
A fantastic way to connect with nature and the elephants in the utmost respectful way. No touching, no bathing, no chains, just old rescued elephants having a second chance in life, having the chance to be free, cherished and nourished. Beautiful experience, absolutely recommend. Let's start creating change by choosing places where animals are treated like living beings, not like objects.
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Amazing true elephant sanctuary
What a magnificent place. It's amazing how these people actually care about the elephants welfare and ensure people can be close to these amazing creatures, still respecting their space and allowing a safe and natural interaction. On top of everything they have the first elephant hospital in Phuket, where we could see how they take care of an elephant with a fractured leg. I hope this place keeps growing and rescuing more elephants and more people support these type of responsible tourism.
My visit to the elephant sanctuary was absolutely wonderful. It was heartwarming to see elephants rescued from circuses, tourist riding, and hard work in the forest now living freely and happily in such a caring environment.
A special thanks to Ernest, who shared each elephant’s story in a professional and fun way and took great care of all visitors. His passion and humor made the experience even more memorable.
Highly recommended for anyone looking for an ethical and uplifting experience!
I found another elephant sanctuary just 7 minutes from our resort that offered activities like mud baths and showers with elephants, but we decided on Phuket Elephant Sanctuary, which took 30 minutes to get to. They stopped all human-elephant interactions last month to let the elephants live freely, which resonated with me. Before deciding, I looked into their policies and appreciated their dedication to the elephants' well-being. They also run a hospital for elephants across Phuket, providing free medical care. The youngest patient I saw was a 3-year-old elephant. It's heartbreaking to think about their past lives, but they're finally at peace here. And the lunch buffet is nice #PhuketElephantSanctuary 🥰🥰
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Must do visit in Phuket
We had a fabulous morning at PES, particularly knowing it is the most ethical elephant sanctuary in Phuket. The whole experience was very professional, and we were able to see and learn so much from the experienced guides. The love for the rescued elephants was wonderful, and we were very lucky to have been able to see the animals in a natural environment. I urge people looking for a meet with elephants not to go to the operators who use the animals for tourist rides, baths and feeds. Please choose an ethical operator and see these magnificent beasts enjoying their lives in nature.
