Elephant Village, located behind Wat Etisukatow in Khaonoi Village, Thailand, invites you to immerse yourself in a unique and heartwarming experience with elephants. This village is dedicated to the care and rehabilitation of these magnificent creatures, allowing visitors to learn about their behavior, conservation, and the vital role they play in Thai culture. Join us for unforgettable interactions, educational activities, and a peaceful atmosphere in the lush landscape of Thailand.
Nestled in the idyllic surroundings of Khaonoi Village, Elephant Village serves as a sanctuary for rescued elephants, where their well-being is prioritized alongside providing visitors with an engaging educational experience. This enchanting destination offers guests the chance to build a personal connection with these gentle giants while gaining insights into their lives and the challenges they face in the wild. The village promotes responsible tourism, encouraging guests to support ethical treatment and conservation efforts. Each visit allows you to participate in activities such as feeding and bathing the elephants, providing a firsthand perspective of their care and rehabilitation. The serene environment invites reflection and respect for nature’s wonders, making it a perfect escape from bustling tourist spots. Whether you’re an animal lover or seeking knowledge about Thailand’s rich cultural heritage, Elephant Village promises a memorable experience filled with laughter, learning, and love for these majestic beings. Plan your visit today and become a part of the effort to ensure a brighter future for Elephants in Thailand.
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Elephant Village is perched on a picturesque hilltop overlooking 38/47 Khaonoi Village Behind Wat Etisukatow, 77110, Thailand
You can reach out to Elephant Village at +66 32 516 181 for any inquiries about your visit or special events.
Yes, you can explore more about Elephant Village, including its history, cultural significance, and upcoming events, by visiting its official website at https://www.facebook.com/elephantvillagehuahin/.
I arrived at this very ordinary “elephant village” which consisted of paying 100 baht to feed the 2, yes only 2 elephants! Both of these poor, sad, beautiful creatures were chained by around a metre of chain, they could not move around at all! It was so obvious they were very unhappy. I fed the sad creatures their bananas then patted them on their trunks! One of the nasty mahouts growled at me, ‘no touch’ I asked why, he said “you spoil them!” They stand all day in the one spot with the seats on their backs to be ridden by tourists! So sad!! The “village” is a crappy dump! DO NOT GO THERE! It’s a disgrace! The poor elephants deserve so much better!
Baby elephants are chained up and abused. The zoo keepers hit the elephants and force the elephants to stand still. The zoo keepers bombard you and constantly push you to buy a basket of bananas for 300 baht to feed the elephants or take a 20 minute ride for 600 baht. Hot tempered zoo keepers who will give you a nasty attitude and lots of anger / silent realmente if you do not spend money. Not worth it; not humane.
Only 10 minutes from my hotel I have been coming g to Hua Hin since 1988 but my first time here.Bananas 100b a basket to feed the elephants. Rides are 800b per person for 30 minutes I sent the girlfriend and she enjoyed it.Worth the money and supports them.
Elephants are almost permanently shackled and not together. I bought some bananas for them which I suspect is the only stimulation they get. They are rel Seex (although still have to wear the chain on the foot) when someone pays for a ride. Very sad and I hope there are better more humane places in Thailand where tourists can see these wonderful creatures.
Awful place , elephants are chained up swaying from side to side and in a small pen . As soon as we arrived they were asking for money . I don’t think it is a sanctuary more for the money than the welfare of the elephant.
PLEASE DO NOT GO HERE!! CRUEL!! We were told this was a ‘sanctuary’ and the elephants are treated well and are happy. THIS IS A LIE. We were pressured into a 30 min ride which is only when we realised the elephants had been CHAINED up and we’re swaying. The handlers were carrying BULLHOOKS at all times and shouted at the elephants which the elephants responded to immediately. Presumably out of FEAR.When questioned said they never used the sharp end yet the elephants had SCARS on their heads and bodies. Half way through the walk they stopped us and attempted to pressure us to BUY bracelets and necklaces which we were told were made from the elephants teeth and not ivory. THEY WERE CLEARLY IVORY. We are devastated to have played a part in these elephants suffering. They made the elephants do tricks like ‘saying thank you’ for their bananas. They said the animals do not go off and feed on their own the keepers feed them, so who knows if they are ever unchained. There is certainly not enough space for them to roam freely like proper sanctuary would have. They do not truly care and are exploiting these beautiful creatures for money including a baby who we are not sure if it was still with it’s mother. It brought myself and my friend to tears.
Absolutely disgusting abuse. Elephants stabbed with weapons until they cried just so they would give rides, so upsetting to see.
We paid for a basket of food for the elephants, not to ride on them. It was a short walk over to where they were – 4 of them shackled & chained with “sedan” type chairs strapped to them. They were all swaying from side to side – displacement behaviour. Very distressing to see. Do not go to this place.
I was worried about visiting after reading the reviews… however so glad we did. I paid 800 baht each of the girls to go for a 30 minute Elephant ride and then a further 100 baht each for them to feed the elephants. They loved the whole experience. No evidence of any mistreatment and the elephants seemed content and had no signs of stress. This seems like a small family run affair and I had no qualms about spending money here to support them with their elephants. The elephants the girls rode on were 20yra old and there were too younger ones there to feed s well aged 5 and 7 from memory Spent around an hour there and would recommend it to any family with young children as an experience not to be missed. Hopefully there will be some more positive reviews to follow based on my visit today.
If I could rate it 0, I would. The elephants were swaying left and right with a chain restricting them to barely a 1m movement allowance. They appeared genuinely distressed.Even in the photos I’ve attached, their ankles are tugged at constantly, and the baby elephant seems genuinely so sad. Broke my heart. Even more, the elephant expected to carry selfish, entitled tourists was on its own in a small pen with a seat secured to its back, despite no one being there to ride him. The workers were very pushy for us to spend money on riding the elephant, and showed ridiculous attitude when we declined.The workers would not let us go anywhere near the elephants unless paid to feed them. Which I felt inclined to because the poor darlings only had hay as a food option nearby and was spitting it out. The workers said they’re chained so they don’t run away, and when I clarified they’re never free? they said “oh, we let them go at 5pm”. I responded that they’d still get away as the village isn’t fenced, and he laughed nervously and didn’t respond. I left feeling sick and upset. It’s devastating to witness with your own eyes such animal cruelty.
I was thrilled to finally experience an up-close encounter with elephants, and the visit did not disappoint. The elephants were clearly well cared for and were friendly as they accepted fruit from my hand. While I noticed two of them had ankle chains, it seemed to have no effect on their comfort. We enjoyed a ride on their backs, navigating through the property which included some interesting obstacles like broken concrete walls. A highlight was watching a little baby elephant peacefully sleeping in a small enclosure, while the staff encouraged us to observe. We took a lovely long walk around scenic ponds, where one of the elephants playfully sprayed water, making the day even more memorable. Meeting these majestic creatures was a truly unforgettable experience.