Phuket: Hidden Forest Elephant Reserve Guided Tour with Lunch

Duration3h 30m

Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before

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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted

LanguagesEnglish

Group sizeUp to 30 travelers

Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Welcome to Hidden Forest Elephant Reserve. Our breathtaking elephant sanctuary is nestled in the hills of southern Phuket and is home to four beautiful elephants who are all rescued from the tourism riding industry. They are now able to roam freely, socialise with each other, and play naturally in the ponds, streams and muddy wallows throughout our land.

After an introduction video, you will meet and feed our elephants before going on a scenic walk through the forest, stopping at our Bamboo Observation Huts dotted along the way where you can sit quietly as our elephants go about their day. We don't follow a set route, our elephants are free to roam and forage, and if our elephants stop, we stop! They have had hard lives and they deserve the very best life we can give them. When we reach the pond, watch the elephants frolic, splash, and cover themselves in mud as you enjoy a delicious vegetarian meal freshly cooked and from local ingredients.

Options

Morning Tour-Zone 3

Hotel Pickup & Drop off Zone 3: Pickup Point: Available in Cape Panwa, Koh Sirey, Koh Kaew, Laem Hin area only.
Pickup time between: 08.00 am-08.15 am.
Pickup included

Morning Tour-Zone 4

Hotel Pickup & Drop off-Zone 4: Pickup Point: Available in Mai Khao, Nai Yang, Pa Klok, Ao Po, Yamu, Layan, Laguna, Airport Pickup time 07:30-07:40
Pickup included

Afternoon Tour-Zone 4

Hotel Pickup & Drop off-Zone 4: Pick up time: between 12.30pm-12.40 pm
Pickup Point: Available in Mai Khao, Nai Yang, Pa Klok, Ao Po, Yamu, Layan, Laguna, A
Pickup included

Morning Tour-inside Zone

Pickup & Drop off-inside Zone: The Pickup time between 07:30 am - 08:45 am.
Pickup available in Patong, Chalong, Nai Harn, Kata, Kamala and Karon area.
Pickup included

Afternoon Tour-Zone 3

Hotel Pickup & Drop off-Zone 3: Pick up time: between 12:45 pm-1:15 pm
Pickup Point: Available in Cape Panwa, Koh Sirey, Koh Kaew, Laem Hin area only
Pickup included

Morning Tour-Zone 2

Hotel Pickup & Drop off Zone 2: Pickup Point: Available in Cherngtalay, Bang Tao and Surin area only.
Pickup time between: 07.30 am - 07.40 am
Pickup included

Afternoon Tour-Zone 2

Hotel Pickup & Drop off-Zone 2: Pick up time: between 12:30 pm and 12:40 pm
Pickup Point: Available in Cherngtalay, Bang Tao, Surin area only
Pickup included

Morning Tour-Zone 1

Pickup & Drop off-Zone 1: Pickup Point: Available in Phuket Town and Rassada area only.
Pickup time between: 08.00-08.15 AM
Pickup included

Afternoon Tour: Zone 1

Pickup & Drop off-Zone 1: Pick up time: between 12:45 pm and 13:15 pm.
Pickup Point: Available in PhuketTown, Rassada area only.
Pickup included

Afternoon Tour-inside Zone

Pickup & Drop off-inside Zone: The Pickup time between 12:15 pm-1:30 pm.
Pickup available in Patong, Chalong, Nai Harn, Kata, Kamala and Karon area.
Pickup included

What's included

Educational introduction video
Vegan Meal (No dairy, eggs, Fish or oyster sauce)
Transportation by air-conditioned van
Entrance Ticket
Refill Water
Hotel Pick up & Drop Off for area in Patong, Chalong, Nai Harn, Kata, and Karon
English Speaking Tour Guide

Tipping
Bathing with elephants
Refill Bottle water

What to expect

3h · Admission ticket included

On arrival enjoy complimentary refreshments before we watch an informative introduction video. We then meet and feed our elephants before going on a scenic walk through the forest observing and learning about their history, their stories, and their unique personalities. We don't follow a set route, our elephants are free to roam and forage, and if our elephants stop, we stop! Relax in our Bamboo Observation Huts as the elephant’s graze, play in the mud or bathe nearby with stunning views of the forest and a view over the valley to Big Buddha.

So many fabulous photo and video opportunities!

You will end your visit with a delicious vegetarian Thai buffet at our fabulous bamboo salas overlooking the pond as the elephant’s bathe and graze nearby. Your visit directly supports our work to rescue and rehabilitate elephants. Our key focus is to educate and bring awareness to the plight of the Asian Elephant and lead by example with our ethical approach to experiencing elephants.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

Pickup service is included in Patong, Chalong, Nai Harn, Kata, and Karon area only, please mention your hotel name and address during the booking.

* Morning Tour: The Pickup starts between 08:00 am - 08:30 am.
* Afternoon Tour: The Pickup starts between 12:45 pm - 1:15 pm.

Our customer service will finalize the precise pick-up time and communicate it to you via email. Kindly ensure to double-check your email for updates. We recommend arriving at your hotel lobby at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled pickup time to meet your tour guide.

Additional information

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Not recommended for postoperative patients
Not suitable for those with severe knee and ankle
The forest trails are not wheelchair accessible
Baby strollers are not allowed; a baby carrier is required for infants

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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