Elephant Jungle Sanctuary — Attraction in Kathu

This place is out of this world. The experience is unbelievable. Staff amazing. Our guide K was knowledgeable, funny, helpful, and just made the whole experience perfect. We had food included, which was fabulous, lots of it, plenty to drink, shown how to cook pad Thai, which was added extra we didn't know we were getting. Shower facility... transport, everything was perfect, and I could not fault this experience, it was worth every penny and seeing the love the elephants have with their keepers. Also, amazing photos are also taken in price. A definite trip ifyou go to phuket. We went to camp 3 in phuket half day...

This has to be one of the best experiences of my life. I love that the elephants here are not being used to entertain tourists and that in fact tourists are cleverly being used to work for the sanctuary. Such a clever concept that I hope takes over Thailand. The experience we had with the elephants was beautiful and unforgettable. The park ranger Hana was great at explaining things and making sure all people and animals were happy (including the resident dog). If you haven’t been - please go. It’s worth...

It’s not a sanctuary if tourists are allowed to ride the elephants. The only allowed interaction with visitors - if any - should be the one initiated by the elephants themselves (if happens). Bathing, riding, and other tourist activities are a form of exploitation. Animals aren’t toys; when will people understand that? Maybe ask yourself: would YOU be happy if dozens of people touched you and rode on your back every day?...