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One Day Volunteer Program at Phuket Elephant Sanctuary, Ages 18 and Over

30-17:00Free cancellation 24h

A day volunteering at the first ethical elephant sanctuary in Phuket, with joined round-trip transfers, a guided hike to observe the elephants and vegetarian meals. For guests aged 18 and over.

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Joined transferAdult (18+)฿4,500 per person
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Highlights

Volunteer day at an ethical elephant sanctuary
Guided hike to observe the elephants

Itinerary

  1. Hotel pick-up (joined transfer)
    08:00

    Your driver collects you from your hotel or any location in Phuket province; the exact time depends on your area and is confirmed after booking.

  2. Arrival and welcome snacks
    09:30

    Arrive at the Meeting Point in Paklok and transfer to the sanctuary with complimentary snacks, fruit, coffee, juices, soft drinks and water.

  3. Educational video about Asian elephants
    10:00

    A documentary about Asian elephants and the sanctuary project.

  4. Guided walk to meet the elephants
    10:20

    A guided walk through the sanctuary to watch the elephants roam, forage, bathe and socialise freely while the guides share each elephant's story.

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  1. Vegetarian Thai lunch buffet
    12:00

    A vegetarian Thai lunch buffet with more than 15 choices.

  2. Volunteer activities
    13:15

    Help with the daily work of the sanctuary: preparing elephant food, loading fruit and grasses, cleaning and tidying, cleaning night shelters and water troughs, or maintenance work. No volunteer experience is needed. Wear clothes you do not mind getting dirty and closed shoes; a volunteer shirt, gloves, wellies and socks are provided.

  3. Thai vegetarian dinner
    16:00

    A Thai vegetarian dinner at the Tree Top Reception.

  4. Return to Paklok and transfer back
    17:00

    Return to the office in Paklok and transfer back to your accommodation.

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For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.

What's included

Welcome refreshments (snacks, cold and hot drinks, fruits)
Umbrellas, wellies boots and raincoat
Mosquito spray
Joined round-trip transfers
Complimentary T-shirt and water bottle bag

Pickup information

Optional round-trip joined transfer inside Phuket province (identical pick-up and drop-off)
Without transfer: meet at the Sanctuary meeting point in Paklok (arrive 15 minutes early)
Pick-up anywhere in Phuket; the time depends on the zone and is confirmed when your booking is confirmed

Important information before you book

Hands-off experience: elephants are observed from a respectful distance (no feeding or bathing)
Children 4-12 pay the child rate; children under 4 are welcome and free of charge
Not available 15 November - 15 January
Guests aged 18 and over only

Free cancellation 24h

Cancel up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund.

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Volunteers working at Phuket Elephant Sanctuary (photo: Phuket Elephant Sanctuary)Preparing food for the elephants at Phuket Elephant Sanctuary (photo: Phuket Elephant Sanctuary)Guests walking in the jungle near an elephant at Phuket Elephant Sanctuary (photo: Phuket Elephant Sanctuary)Two rescued Asian elephants walking together at Phuket Elephant Sanctuary (photo: Phuket Elephant Sanctuary)An elephant grazing in the green jungle at Phuket Elephant Sanctuary (photo: Phuket Elephant Sanctuary)The vegetarian Thai buffet at Phuket Elephant Sanctuary (photo: Phuket Elephant Sanctuary)The Tree Top Lounge dining area at Phuket Elephant Sanctuary (photo: Phuket Elephant Sanctuary)
฿4,500 per person
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