A seamless ethical elephant experience with round-trip transfers from Bangkok. Meet, feed, and bathe rescued elephants with comfortable transport included.
Escape the busy capital for a meaningful wildlife adventure! Turn your boring day into an unforgettable memory with our signature Half-Day Experience at Elephant Jungle Sanctuary Pattaya, providing comfortable, round-trip transportation directly from Bangkok, making it the perfect day-trip solution. Choose between a convenient private hotel pickup or our budget-friendly join-in transfer option meeting directly at Wat That Thong (conveniently located next to BTS Ekkamai Station).
Spend quality time with friendly elephants, led by a professional mahout and guide, you will discover the unique history and behaviors of our resident herd while building a deep, personal connection. Hand-feeding the elephants, getting messy in a mud spa, brushing them clean in a refreshing outdoor pool, learning how to cook Som Tum (demonstration), and relaxing over a delicious, freshly prepared Thai buffet.
| Duration | Trip Difficulty | Booking Cut-off Time |
|---|---|---|
| 6 Hours (inc. travel) | Easy (Great for all ages) | 10 hours before the activity starts |
Enjoy a comfortable private transfer picking up directly from your Bangkok hotel, or meet our team at the central Wat That Thong Parking Lot (next to BTS Ekkamai Station).
Relax on a smooth, air-conditioned drive lasting approximately 2 hours from Bangkok out to the peaceful Elephant Jungle Sanctuary Pattaya.
Arrive at the sanctuary and meet your professional guide to discover fascinating facts about elephant history, rescue backgrounds, and behaviors.
Get introduced to our resident elephants, hand-feeding them their favorite snacks in a natural, respectful environment.
Help caretakers prepare healthy, vitamin-packed dietary supplement balls to feed to the gentle giants.
Get playfully messy alongside your new friends as you apply a protective, skin-soothing cosmetic mud spa treatment.
Accompany the elephants into the refreshing outdoor pool to wash, brush, and cool off together.
Watch a lively demonstration on how to craft authentic Thai Som Tum (papaya salad), then sit down to enjoy a freshly prepared buffet lunch of traditional Thai food and seasonal fruits.
Say your final goodbyes to the friendly elephants before boarding your return transfer back to your Bangkok accommodation or original meeting point.
This program is suitable for customers who require a roundtrip transfer from Bangkok.
Join Transfer and Private car is available at your preferred
Meeting point at Wat That Thong Parking Lot (next to BTS Ekkamai Station, Exit 3).
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.
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:
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.
Elephant Jungle Sanctuary
Contact Information
chiang mai
Address: 119/10 Tha Phae Road, Chang Khlan Sub-district, Mueang Chiang Mai District, Chiang Mai 50100
Monday-Sunday 7 AM - 9 PM
phuket
Address: 2, 12, Kathu, Kathu District, Phuket 83120
Monday-Sunday 9 AM - 4 PM
pattaya
Address: Office 3, 347 Pattaya 3rd Rd, Pattaya City, Bang Lamung District, Chon Buri 20150
Monday-Sunday 8 AM - 6 PM
samui
Address: Soi Maenam 1, Maenam, Ko Samui District, Surat Thani 84330
Monday-Sunday 9 AM - 5 PM