Elephant Care Samui
Koh Samui, Thailand • INR 8024 - INR 8197 approx.• 
Underrated
Underrated
Best months to visit
Jan, Feb, Aug
24°C – 29°C, cooler, drier weather with pleasant temperatures and low rainfall, high crowds, peak season
24°C – 29°C, cooler, drier weather with pleasant temperatures and low rainfall, high crowds, peak season
Walking required
Yes
Uneven ground and walking to ponds required for participation.
Uneven ground and walking to ponds required for participation.
Value for money
Medium
Pricey, but ethical experience adds value to the visit.
Pricey, but ethical experience adds value to the visit.
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Reviews from other travelers
Summarised by AI
Romantic Setting
Couples loved the heart-shaped beach views and intimate elephant encounters.
Ethical Encounters
Visitors felt good supporting ethical elephant care in a beautiful setting.
Amazing Experience
Couples found the interactions with elephants deeply moving and unforgettable.
Confusing Names
Some couples found it hard to differentiate between sanctuaries, choose carefully.
Pricey Programs
Some felt the half-day program was a bit more costly than expected.
Limited Time
Couples wished for more time to enjoy the experience and the setting.
How to book
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Hours of operation
Monday
09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Tuesday
09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Wednesday
09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Thursday
09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Friday
09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Saturday
09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Sunday
09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
When to visit
We've analysed user reviews and geographical data, and identified the best and worst months to visit.
Month
Crowd Level
Weather
Availability
Our recommendation
December
MEDIUM
23-29°C
Rain diminishes as the dry season approaches. Days become sunnier, with pleasant temperatures and occasional showers early in the month.
Rain diminishes as the dry season approaches. Days become sunnier, with pleasant temperatures and occasional showers early in the month.
Open
High demand during late December means early booking is recommended. No major restrictions, but some time slots may be fully booked.
High demand during late December means early booking is recommended. No major restrictions, but some time slots may be fully booked.
Recommended
December is a transitional month: early weeks may still see some rain, but conditions improve rapidly. Elephant Care Samui is fully operational, and the experience is enjoyable with better weather and increased accessibility.
December is a transitional month: early weeks may still see some rain, but conditions improve rapidly. Elephant Care Samui is fully operational, and the experience is enjoyable with better weather and increased accessibility.
January
HIGH
24-29°C
Cooler, drier weather with pleasant temperatures and low rainfall. Ideal for outdoor activities and elephant care experiences.
Cooler, drier weather with pleasant temperatures and low rainfall. Ideal for outdoor activities and elephant care experiences.
Open
Advance booking is strongly recommended due to high demand during peak season. No additional accessibility restrictions reported.
Advance booking is strongly recommended due to high demand during peak season. No additional accessibility restrictions reported.
Recommended
Elephant Care Samui is fully operational in January, offering interactive and ethical elephant experiences. The site is accessible via local transport and hotel pickups, and activities include feeding, bathing, and mud spa sessions with elephants in a safe and caring environment.
Elephant Care Samui is fully operational in January, offering interactive and ethical elephant experiences. The site is accessible via local transport and hotel pickups, and activities include feeding, bathing, and mud spa sessions with elephants in a safe and caring environment.
February
HIGH
24-30°C
Dry season continues with warm, sunny days and minimal rainfall. Very comfortable for visitors.
Dry season continues with warm, sunny days and minimal rainfall. Very comfortable for visitors.
Open
High demand may require advance reservation. Standard accessibility applies.
High demand may require advance reservation. Standard accessibility applies.
Recommended
February is one of the best months to visit Elephant Care Samui due to excellent weather and full availability of all programs and tours. Transport and hotel pickup remain readily available.
February is one of the best months to visit Elephant Care Samui due to excellent weather and full availability of all programs and tours. Transport and hotel pickup remain readily available.
March
MEDIUM
25-32°C
Weather is warmer with slightly higher humidity and a small increase in rainfall, but remains favorable for outdoor activities.
Weather is warmer with slightly higher humidity and a small increase in rainfall, but remains favorable for outdoor activities.
Open
No special restrictions. Advance booking still recommended for preferred time slots.
No special restrictions. Advance booking still recommended for preferred time slots.
Recommended
All activities at Elephant Care Samui are available. The slightly lower crowds and warm temperatures make it a comfortable time for visits and animal interactions.
All activities at Elephant Care Samui are available. The slightly lower crowds and warm temperatures make it a comfortable time for visits and animal interactions.
How to get there
Shuttle
Recommended
Taxi
Recommended
Walking
Recommended
Bike
Car
Additional info
Here's what you need to know about this experience
Mobility
Wheelchair Accessible
Walking Required
Stairs Present
Seating Available
Flat Terrain
Hiking Required
Elevator Available
Mobility Scooter Friendly
Ramps Available
Pregnancy
Not suitable for pregnancy
Not allowed during pregnancy
Pets
Pets not allowed
Driving
Driving License Required
Idp Required
Age
Ages 3-70