Samui Elephant Feed Me Experience

1-Hour Ethical Encounter

Short on time? Visit Elephant Jungle Sanctuary Samui for a 1-hour feeding experience! Meet, interact, and hand-feed rescued elephants.

Samui Ethical Elephant Tour

Feed Me Experience

A delightful 1-hour ethical encounter in Koh Samui. Meet, interact, hand-feed rescued elephants, and take home memories that last a lifetime.

Discover our signature 1-hour Feed Me program, the perfect solution for travelers who are short on time but want to meet elephants in a completely ethical, respectful manner. Join us to feed them their favorite snacks, learn about their unique stories, and capture beautiful photos. A 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:

•Wheelchair accessible
•Stroller / pram accessible
•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, check in, 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.

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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 sanctuary conditions.

🚌 Transportation & Meeting Point

⚠️ Transportation not provided

📍 Location & Directions

Elephant Jungle Sanctuary Samui (Soi 2 Branch)

Please make your own way to the Elephant Jungle Sanctuary Samui camp. Please arrive at least 15 minutes before your scheduled activity time slot.

💡 How to get here: We highly recommend taking a local taxi or using ride-hailing applications such as Grab or Bolt for a convenient and direct transfer to our sanctuary.

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An Unforgettable Ethical Elephant Encounter in Koh Samui, Thailand

Escape the ordinary and spend a meaningful day at an Ethical Elephant Sanctuary in Koh Samui, Thailand. Enjoy a respectful, hands-on experience as you connect with majestic rescued Asian elephants in their natural environment, guided by our dedicated, caring staff. If you are searching for an authentic, ethical elephant experience, this is the place to be. Immerse yourself in the world of our elephants, observing their social behaviors, feeding them, and bathing them. You’ll leave with lifelong, impactful memories. Book your visit at Elephant Jungle Sanctuary Samui today and support true conservation!

FAQ - Elephant Jungle Sanctuary in Koh Samui

Do you offer a pick-up/drop-off service?

We offer a FREE transfer service from hotels within the following areas:

Plangka - Lipanoi	Free
Nathon /Huatanon /Lamai	Free
Bang Po /Pralann	Free
Maenam /Bophut / Bang Rak / Chong Mon	Free

Do you collect from a port or pier?

We are unable to offer a pick-up service from any port, pier or jetty for your visit to the EJS Samui.

I’m coming from a pier or airport?

Self-arranged transport is required to the meeting point at Elephant Jungle Sanctuary Samui office. Drop-off – to Samui International Airport / Pier costs 500 – 800 THB (Please inform a day before your visit if you need airport drop-off and how much luggage you will have).

(Please note that the fare for a taxi or other mode of transport to the chosen meeting point is payable by the visitor, and Elephant Jungle Sanctuary Samui will not pay for transport or reimburse costs incurred).

How far in advance do I need to book?

Bookings for your visit to the Elephant Jungle Sanctuary Samui must be made at least 24 hours before the assigned pick-up time and confirmed by Elephant Jungle Sanctuary Samui 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 your trip as early as possible.

Do you collect from a private address or Airbnb?

We are unable to offer a collection service to visitors staying at Airbnb lodging, rental villas, or private houses. Visitors staying in these places of accommodation will be responsible for arranging transport either to a designated meeting point:

For Feed Me and Feed and ShowerExperiences

Please meet at : Elephant Jungle Sanctuary Samui (Soi 2 Branch) : https://maps.app.goo.gl/JquFF9e3uFsTJEdt5

For Half Day and One Day Walk Experience

Please meet at : Elephant Jungle Sanctuary Samui (Soi 1 Branch) : https://maps.app.goo.gl/dwiiWDovSzyCJYMv7

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