Samui Elephant Sanctuary
Koh Samui, Thailand • INR 26034 approx.• 
Underrated
UnderratedKoh Samui, Thailand
• INR 26034Underrated
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.
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
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.
April
MEDIUM
26-34°C
Hot with rising humidity and more frequent short showers, especially later in the month.
Hot with rising humidity and more frequent short showers, especially later in the month.
Open
Advance reservations still mandatory. Increased demand during Songkran; otherwise, good availability.
Advance reservations still mandatory. Increased demand during Songkran; otherwise, good availability.
Recommended
April is hot but generally good for visiting. Book early if planning around Songkran. The sanctuary remains accessible, with the usual booking and transport policies in effect.
April is hot but generally good for visiting. Book early if planning around Songkran. The sanctuary remains accessible, with the usual booking and transport policies in effect.
May
MEDIUM
26-33°C
Hot and humid with occasional showers, marking the beginning of the rainy season.
Hot and humid with occasional showers, marking the beginning of the rainy season.
Open
Advance booking is required; walk-ins are not accepted.
Advance booking is required; walk-ins are not accepted.
Recommended
May offers warm weather and moderate crowds, making it suitable for visiting the sanctuary. Some rainfall is expected, but tours generally operate as scheduled.
May offers warm weather and moderate crowds, making it suitable for visiting the sanctuary. Some rainfall is expected, but tours generally operate as scheduled.
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+
