Pattaya Elephant Feeding Experience

1-Hour Feed Me Program

Short on time? Meet, hand-feed, and learn about rescued elephants in Pattaya. Includes a fun, eco-friendly elephant poop paper workshop!

Pattaya Ethical Elephant Feeding

Feed Me Experience

A budget-friendly, 1-hour elephant feeding experience. Meet, feed, and connect with rescued Asian elephants in Pattaya.

Short on time, but don’t want to miss out on meeting Thailand’s elephants? Join our unique ‘Feed Me’ program in Pattaya, a 1-hour elephant feeding tour, experience a joyful ethical interaction with Thailand’s iconic animals. Feed them their favorite snacks, learn about their unique stories, and capture beautiful photos. It is the perfect, quick adventure for travelers on a busy itinerary to foster a deep connection with these beautiful animals and take home memories that last a lifetime.

🏆 Ethical Standard: Elephant Jungle Sanctuary is Thailand’s ACES Gold-certified ethical elephant sanctuary — no riding, no performance, just elephants living as elephants.

📊 Quick Tour Information

Duration Trip Difficulty Booking Cut-off Time
1 Hour Easy (Great for all ages) 1 hour before the activity starts

📌 What’s included?

  • Elephant Food
  • Complimentary Drink
  • Fluent English-speaking Tour Guide
  • Insurance (Require Passport Number)

❌ Exclusions

  • Transportation not provided
  • Personal Expenses: Additional spending for personal items or services not explicitly listed in the program.
  • Tips and Gratuities: Optional tips for the tour guides, mahouts, or kitchen staff.

⚠️ Important Notes:

  • Interactive Experience: Be prepared for a hands-on experience, as this program includes feeding activity. These engaging activities help foster a memorable connection with the elephants.
  • Health & Safety: All interactions are conducted under the guidance of our experienced handlers to ensure safety for both the elephants and participants.
  • Children must be accompanied by parents/guardians
  • Our program will continue even in heavy rain. There will be no cancellations due to rain.

🎒 What do I need to bring?

  • Hat
  • Sunscreen
  • Insect Repellent
  • Personal Medication
  • Copy of Passport Photo Page (or Passport Number)

💳 Cancellation policy

  • We will charge a cancellation fee of 100% if booking is cancelled 1 day or less before the event.
  • We will charge a cancellation fee of 50% if booking is cancelled 2 days or less before the event.
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Welcome

Arrive at the sanctuary, meet your guide, and receive a warm welcome from our team.

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Safety Briefing

Learn about the history of our rescued elephants and how to interact with them safely.

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Feed the Elephants

Hand-feed the herd their favorite treats (fruits or fiber) and take beautiful photos up close.

📄

Eco-Workshop

Learn how we protect the environment by recycling elephant waste into unique, odorless poop paper.

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Farewell & Refreshments

After saying goodbye to the elephants, enjoy a complimentary refreshing drink to complete your day.

💬 Please note: The itinerary activities are approximate and may change slightly depending on weather and conditions.
Important Check-in Note: For all options, please arrive and check in at your selected location at least 15 minutes before your scheduled activity time slot.

🚌 Transportation & Meeting Point

  • 🚐 Option 1: Meeting at EJS Pattaya Office (Free Round-trip Shuttle)
    We offer a complimentary shuttle transfer from our main EJS Pattaya Office directly to the sanctuary camp. To secure your shuttle seat, please ensure you select “WITH EJS transfer” when making your booking.
    • Shuttle Departure Times: 09:00 AM | 10:00 AM | 12:00 PM | 03:00 PM
    • Please arrive at the office 15 minutes prior to the shuttle departure.
  • 📍 Option 2: Self-Transfer (Meeting at EJS Pattaya Camp)
    If you prefer to arrange your own transportation, you can drive or take a private taxi directly to our sanctuary site. On-site parking is completely free.
    • Available Activity Slots: 10:00 AM | 11:00 AM | 12:00 PM | 01:00 PM | 04:00 PM
    • Please arrive at the camp 15 minutes before your selected program starts.

Unforgettable at the Best Elephant Jungle Sanctuary in Pattaya near Bangkok, Thailand​​

Escape the hustle of Bangkok and spend a memorable day at an ethical Elephant Sanctuary in Pattaya, Near Bangkok, Thailand. Enjoy a hands-on experience with majestic Asian elephants by dedicated staff. Immerse yourself in the elephant world with impactful and enjoyable moments, leaving with lifelong memories to share with your friends.

FAQ - Pattaya Elephant Sanctuary Near Bangkok​

Yes. We offer a free transfer service to/from hotels and most other places of accommodation within the Pattaya City and Jomtien Beach areas.

Please note that our free transfer service is applicable only to programs which include transport options. Some programs, including our ‘Feed Me’ program, are ineligible for free transport to/from EJS Pattaya.

You have a few options to travel from Bangkok to Elephant Sanctuary Pattaya:

1. Book a Bangkok Package on Our Website:
We offer two packages for transport:

Option 1: Hotel pick-up in Bangkok with a surcharge based on the number of people:
     1–2 pax: Starting from 2,000 THB
     1–4 pax: Starting from 2,500 THB
     1–10 pax: Starting from 3,000 THB

Option 2: Roundtrip transfer from Bangkok Ekkamai Bus Station with a surcharge of 350 THB per person (join transfer).

2. Arrange Your Own Transportation:
You can also manage your transportation to the sanctuary yourself. If choosing this option, please ensure you arrive at the following times:

Morning Visit: 07:15–07:30
Afternoon Visit: 13:15–13:30

For additional assistance, feel free to contact us when booking.

Bookings must be made at least 24 hours before the assigned pick up time for your visit, and confirmed by Elephant Jungle Sanctuary a minimum of 12 hours prior to the aforementioned time. Bookings requested on the same day as your desired visit will not be accepted. In order to avoid disappointment, we recommend booking as early as possible, particularly if you wish to visit during times of increased tourism in Chiang Mai, such as festival periods.

We offer a free transfer service to/from Airbnb rentals, villas, and private residences within our free transfer area. However, we kindly request that visitors staying in these, or similar, residences provide our Pattaya staff with the name (if applicable) and address of their place of accommodation a minimum of 24 hours prior to the start time of their visit. A GPS location or Google Maps link may also be required.

Yes. Visitors may take a taxi or otherwise arrange their own transport to Elephant Jungle Sanctuary Pattaya.

Google Maps Location: Elephant Jungle Sanctuary Pattaya (Camp 1)

56/1-56/6 M.4, T. Khao Mai Kaeo, A. Bang Lamung, Chon Buri 20150

https://goo.gl/maps/vhfM4FbNN5qjpdBn9

Visitors arranging private transport are responsible for ensuring that they arrive at the Sanctuary location by the following times:

  • Morning Visit: 07:15-07:30
  • Afternoon Visit: 13:15-13:30

We may not be able to wait for late arrivals, and your visit experience may proceed without you if you do not arrive by the designated meeting time.

If you wish to arrange your own transport to EJS Pattaya, please inform our staff at the time of booking, or at least 24 hours prior to the designated start time of your visit.