Duration
3–5 hours
Category
Attractions & Culture
Difficulty
easy
Price
$76
An ethical elephant care sanctuary north of Krabi Town near Khao Thong, focused on rescued and retired elephants in a no-riding environment. Morning and afternoon programmes include feeding, a mud spa session, and bathing with the elephants in a natural pool — typically in groups of 8–12 with English-speaking guides. Hotel transfers from Ao Nang are included in most bookings. Adult programmes are ฿2,500; children aged 3–9 pay ฿2,000, and under-3s are free.
Highlights
Feeding, mud bath and river bathing with elephants
Small groups of 8–12 with English-speaking guides
Hotel transfer from Ao Nang included
What's included
Hotel transfer (Ao Nang)
Elephant feed and mud spa materials
Insurance
Refreshments
Elephant riding (not offered)
Professional photos (purchasable separately)
Where to stay nearby
Khaothong Elephant Sanctuary is a day out. The closest hotels we list are in Klong Muang, about 10 km away. Prices move. The Agoda link is the live rate.
