Samui Elephant Sanctuary
Koh Samui, Thailand • INR 26034 approx.• 
Underrated
Underrated
Best months to visit
Jan, Feb, Aug
24°C – 29°C, warm and mostly dry, with low humidity and minimal rainfall, high crowds, peak season
24°C – 29°C, warm and mostly dry, with low humidity and minimal rainfall, high crowds, peak season
Walking required
Yes
Walking on flat paths required; seating available at platforms.
Walking on flat paths required; seating available at platforms.
Value for money
Medium
Ethical practices justify the price for many couples.
Ethical practices justify the price for many couples.
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Summarised by AI
Ethical Delight
Couples found this sanctuary to be a deeply moving and educational experience.
Unforgettable Moment
The experience was truly heartwarming, fostering a connection with these gentle giants.
Highly Recommended
Couples loved the peaceful setting and the chance to observe elephants in nature.
Overbooked Tours
Some couples found securing reservations during peak season to be challenging.
Pricey Experience
Travelers felt the price was a bit high compared to other Koh Samui activities.
Rainy Day
Couples reported that the rain sometimes affected the outdoor tour experience.
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
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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
December
MEDIUM
24-29°C
December sees a rapid decline in rainfall, with sunny intervals becoming more common. Weather is pleasant and humidity drops.
December sees a rapid decline in rainfall, with sunny intervals becoming more common. Weather is pleasant and humidity drops.
Open
Advance booking is strongly recommended due to higher demand, especially around the holidays. Only confirmed guests are admitted.
Advance booking is strongly recommended due to higher demand, especially around the holidays. Only confirmed guests are admitted.
Recommended
December marks the beginning of the dry season. The sanctuary is fully accessible, and experiences are more pleasant with comfortable weather.
December marks the beginning of the dry season. The sanctuary is fully accessible, and experiences are more pleasant with comfortable weather.
January
HIGH
24-29°C
Warm and mostly dry, with low humidity and minimal rainfall. Pleasant for outdoor activities.
Warm and mostly dry, with low humidity and minimal rainfall. Pleasant for outdoor activities.
Open
Advance booking required; walk-ins not accepted. Transport arranged from hotels only with booking confirmation.
Advance booking required; walk-ins not accepted. Transport arranged from hotels only with booking confirmation.
Recommended
January is an excellent time to visit Samui Elephant Sanctuary. The weather is ideal, and tours operate daily, but expect higher prices and crowds due to peak season. Bookings must be made in advance.
January is an excellent time to visit Samui Elephant Sanctuary. The weather is ideal, and tours operate daily, but expect higher prices and crowds due to peak season. Bookings must be made in advance.
February
HIGH
25-30°C
Very warm with abundant sunshine and very little rain. Comfortable for exploring the sanctuary.
Very warm with abundant sunshine and very little rain. Comfortable for exploring the sanctuary.
Open
Advance booking required; no direct walk-in visits allowed. Hotel pick-up provided with confirmed booking.
Advance booking required; no direct walk-in visits allowed. Hotel pick-up provided with confirmed booking.
Recommended
February is among the best months for a visit. Weather is consistently sunny and dry, but it remains peak season, so tours are popular and often fully booked.
February is among the best months for a visit. Weather is consistently sunny and dry, but it remains peak season, so tours are popular and often fully booked.
March
MEDIUM
25-32°C
Hot and mostly dry, with a slight uptick in humidity and occasional brief showers.
Hot and mostly dry, with a slight uptick in humidity and occasional brief showers.
Open
Bookings are still required in advance. No entry for unconfirmed or walk-in guests.
Bookings are still required in advance. No entry for unconfirmed or walk-in guests.
Recommended
March remains a very good time for visiting, with warm weather and moderate crowds. Availability improves compared to earlier months.
March remains a very good time for visiting, with warm weather and moderate crowds. Availability improves compared to earlier months.
How to get there
Shuttle
Recommended
Bus
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
Suitable for pregnancy
Allowed during pregnancy
Pets
Pets not allowed
Driving
Driving License Required
Idp Required
Age
Ages 3+