Canopy Walkway Tour

• Shared Round trip Transfers – if selected
• Guided Walk on Thailand’s Longest Canopy Walkway
• Feeding the Elephants
• Signature Iced Soda & Unlimited Snacks
• Umbrellas & Rain Coat
• Complimentary PES Souvenir
• Drinking Water
• Mosquito Spray

* Private transportation is also available upon request. Please select “Private Van Transfer option” during the online booking process.*

• Shared Round trip Transfers – if not selected

• Meet at our meeting point in Paklok (15-30 minutes before the start of the tour)
• Transfer in our vehicles to the Tree Top Reception
• Educational video documentary about our work and elephant wellbeing
• Meet and feed the elephants
• Explore Thailand’s longest canopy walkway and observe elephants as they roam, forage and bathe freely in 30 acres of lush, tropical jungle
• Savour a refreshing iced soda and enjoy the serenity of our sanctuary
• Return to our meeting point in Paklok

Not only will your visit leave you inspired and informed, it also goes a long way to support our elephants and future rescues for the Phuket Elephant Sanctuary, and to contribute to a more ethical elephant approach and elephant wellbeing in Thailand.

• Watch an educational documentary to learn why Asian elephants need protection
• Walk Thailand’s longest canopy walkway as the elephants roam in the jungle below
• Feed some of the elephants their daily basket of bananas, watermelons & cucumber
• Support ethical elephant tourism, knowing that your visit enables future rescues

• Hat
• Sunscreen
• Copy of your passport (for insurance)
• Refillable water bottle

Can I drive into the sanctuary?
No, you can’t. There is strictly no public access to the sanctuary for safety and insurance purposes, and also as we have free roaming elephants. Please meet at our Office in Paklok, and you will be transported to the sanctuary in our vehicles.

What happens if I arrive late to the meeting point?
If you are late, we will start the tour for our other guests. Our vehicles will take you to the sanctuary as soon as you arrive so you can join the remainder of the program.

Do you accept guests at any other time than the tour?
No. It is not possible to ‘drop in’ to the sanctuary. We provide guided tours only at the specified times.

Can I store my luggage?
Yes absolutely. We have lockers at the sanctuary and plenty of space at our office for larger luggage.

Are you still open if it rains?
Yes, we are open whatever the weather conditions. Elephants love the rain and playing in the mud, and it is magical being in the forest when the rain falls. We provide large golf size umbrellas for protection from the heavy rains and strong sun. The canopy walkway features numerous covered sections, providing ample shelter from the rain.

Is it ok to bring infants and toddlers?
Yes absolutely, we cater for all ages. Our program is relaxed and at any time on the canopy walk should you wish to return to the reception our staff will take care of you. Many guests with young children find on hot sunny days that our large umbrellas are great to shade from the sun. We are a sanctuary and our tours are peaceful so if your children enjoy the tranquility of nature then they will love our program.

Are guests in wheelchairs welcome?
Yes, of course. We recommend the morning tour as we feed the elephants near the reception area and then go on the walk across the walkway. All areas are wheelchair-accessible, ensuring that all guests have an opportunity to see our elephants in the jungle.

What snacks do you serve?
Upon arrival you can enjoy complimentary coffee, tea, juices, soft drinks and filtered water, as well as fresh fruits and several snacks. At the end of the program, we serve a refreshing iced soda.

Why do you not offer bathing or mud bathing with the elephants?
Elephants love to swim, cool off and splash in the water, and to cover themselves with thick mud. They like to do so alone or with fellow elephants. However, if people crowd around or interact with them during this bathing ritual, it becomes stressful for the elephants, preventing them from displaying their natural behavior. To give the elephants the privacy they need and to enjoy their day as much as you, we built an Observation Sala overlooking our fresh water pond, from where you can witness the elephants enjoying their bathing time alone or with fellow elephants. This is a great photo opportunity and educational experience as you can observe the elephants behave naturally. We do offer a brief interaction between visitors and our elephants during a feeding program at the beginning or end of the tour. This is a rare opportunity to get up close with the elephants and to capture some incredible photographs as they enjoy a few watermelons, pineapples, bananas or cucumbers.