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One of the most amazing experiences of my life, spending time with these incredible animals 🐘🐘My family recieved education ( fabulous for my grandchildren) on the history of how elephants have been mistreated by humans in the past and what elephant conservationists are doing to prevent this occurring again.We learned about how each elephant came into the sanctuatry's care 😪 and about their individual personalities 🐘💗Then we spent time with the elephants, preparing their food, feeding them and playing in water with them. A truly magical experience!Thank you bang and the team 🙏👏🐘
At what point is handling elephants normal? Be serious, choose an ethical center, evolve in respect for animals, that's it.
Touching and washing the elephants is not ethical - do your research
This was a truly amazing experience and, without a doubt, the highlight of my holiday so far!I did the 2pm, 3-hour guided tour and couldn’t have asked for a better experience. What really stood out to me was how genuinely passionate and caring everyone who worked there was. You can see that the elephants’ wellbeing genuinely comes first.I loved that we weren’t just walking around a fenced-off area. We were actually out in the elephants’ natural environment — walking through the jungle and rivers, talking to the elephants, scratching their ears and feeding them. It felt incredibly natural and respectful.Of course, you get some amazing photos and the opportunity to get up close and interact with the elephants, but what makes this place special is that it never feels like the experience is about the tourists. It’s about the elephants, and that really shows.An unforgettable experience. I honestly couldn’t recommend this place enough! 🐘❤️I will come back and forever be telling anyone coming to Ao Nang to make sure this place is on the list
A great experience that doesn’t treat the elephant as a commodity. Our guide, Bang, was exceptional and treats the Elephants like they are his family. Would thoroughly recommend this !
One of the most incredible experiences in the world. Thrilling. The people are 10/10.
Heartwarming, but with ethical mixed feelingsI can’t say it wasn't a great experience, as it was genuinely thrilling for me to be there. The elephants do look well-cared for, though as a visitor, one can never know for sure. The staff makes you feel the love and dedication they have for the animals—they were incredibly polite, warm, and friendly throughout the visit.However, I had mixed feelings regarding the ethics of the mud bath and bathing activities with the elephants. I personally chose not to participate in those parts, though my partner did. In my opinion, walking alongside them, offering an occasional gentle touch, or feeding them feels like enough. Allowing direct bathing interactions (twice per day) makes it feel less like a true sanctuary and more like a tourist-driven experience.As far as I know, for an elephant to bathe two or more times a day is completely natural and healthy for its body. The only debatable aspect from a tourism ethics standpoint is when this activity turns into a 'mandatory interactive show' rather than a free, intuitive act by the animal.Still, I appreciate the hospitality and the experience overall. I truly hope these beautiful elephants are genuinely well cared for behind the scenes.
