Meet elephants at Samui Kingdom Sanctuary
Koh Samui, Thailand • INR 6461 - INR 9600 approx.• 
Must Do
Must DoKoh Samui, Thailand
• INR 6461 - INR 9600Must Do
Best months to visit
Jan, Feb, Dec
24°C – 29°C, warm and generally dry, with occasional short showers, high crowds, peak season
24°C – 29°C, warm and generally dry, with occasional short showers, high crowds, peak season
Walking required
Yes
Uneven ground, stairs, and a 400m skywalk require moderate walking ability.
Uneven ground, stairs, and a 400m skywalk require moderate walking ability.
Value for money
Medium
Ethical experience, but some felt it was slightly overpriced.
Ethical experience, but some felt it was slightly overpriced.
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Summarised by AI
Romantic Getaway
Couples loved the intimate interactions with elephants and the peaceful setting.
Ethical Sanctuary
Visitors felt good supporting a sanctuary prioritizing elephant welfare and conservation.
Unforgettable Moments
Couples found the experience deeply moving and created lasting memories.
Transport Issues
Some couples reported occasional delays with the included shuttle service.
Overcrowded Feeling
During peak season, some couples felt the experience was a bit crowded.
Slightly Expensive
The price point was a little high for some couples on a budget.
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
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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
February
HIGH
24-30°C
Sunny and dry with minimal rainfall; the air is warm and slightly humid, ideal for sanctuary visits.
Sunny and dry with minimal rainfall; the air is warm and slightly humid, ideal for sanctuary visits.
Open
Standard operations; booking in advance remains strongly advised due to popularity.
Standard operations; booking in advance remains strongly advised due to popularity.
Recommended
February offers some of the best weather for visiting the sanctuary. Activities run as usual, transport options are frequent, but expect high visitor numbers and increased prices.
February offers some of the best weather for visiting the sanctuary. Activities run as usual, transport options are frequent, but expect high visitor numbers and increased prices.
March
MEDIUM
25-32°C
Hotter temperatures with some increase in humidity and brief rain showers possible.
Hotter temperatures with some increase in humidity and brief rain showers possible.
Open
No special restrictions; easier to secure bookings.
No special restrictions; easier to secure bookings.
Recommended
March is still suitable for visiting, with warmer weather and fewer crowds. Lower prices compared to peak season and good transport access.
March is still suitable for visiting, with warmer weather and fewer crowds. Lower prices compared to peak season and good transport access.
April
MEDIUM
26-33°C
Very warm and humid, with a higher chance of short, heavy rain showers, especially towards the end of the month.
Very warm and humid, with a higher chance of short, heavy rain showers, especially towards the end of the month.
Open
Occasional closures or limited operations possible during Songkran, but generally open.
Occasional closures or limited operations possible during Songkran, but generally open.
Recommended
April is hot and humid, but visits remain enjoyable. Expect some short rain showers and a short period of higher crowds/prices during Songkran.
April is hot and humid, but visits remain enjoyable. Expect some short rain showers and a short period of higher crowds/prices during Songkran.
May
MEDIUM
26-33°C
Hot and humid with moderate to high chance of rain, mainly short tropical showers.
Hot and humid with moderate to high chance of rain, mainly short tropical showers.
Open
No major restrictions, but heavy rain may occasionally affect outdoor activities or transport.
No major restrictions, but heavy rain may occasionally affect outdoor activities or transport.
Recommended
May is a good month to visit the sanctuary with warm temperatures, occasional tropical rain showers, and manageable crowd levels. The sanctuary operates daily with standard programs and ethical elephant encounters.
May is a good month to visit the sanctuary with warm temperatures, occasional tropical rain showers, and manageable crowd levels. The sanctuary operates daily with standard programs and ethical elephant encounters.
How to get there
Shuttle
Recommended
Bike
Car
Taxi
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
Allowed during pregnancy
Pets
Pets not allowed
Driving
Driving License Required
Idp Required
Age
Ages 4-80
