An Ethical Elephant Sanctuary in Krabi, Thailand
We are a stunning elephant sanctuary located near the National Park in Khlong Thom Nuea, Krabi. We have 2 rescued elephants who used to work in a riding camp but now roam, bathe and play in the forest and fresh water ponds. Join our tour where you can feed, walk with, learn about, and observe our elephants being elephants against a breathtaking mountain backdrop.
We have a great selection of tours to choose from including time with our elephants and then we'll take you to the famous Emerald Pool, the Hot Springs & Waterfall, and The Tiger Cave Temple which are located nearby!
Our Mission
By visiting Krabi Elephant Green Sanctuary, you are supporting our mission to protect and care for the Thai Elephant. You are directly helping our sanctuary and our work to save more elephants.
Our Sanctuary
We are located in the heart of Krabi's lush forests, surrounded by stunning mountains and nature. Come and experience our majestic elephants that call our sanctuary their home.
Expert Tour Guides
Our knowledgeable local guides are passionate about elephant welfare and conservation. They love to share their knowledge and answer any questions you may have.
Ethical Tours
We provide an educational and fun experience with the highest welfare standards for our elephants. Choose from one of our exciting tour programs!
Our Sanctuary
Our Ethical Approach
At Krabi Elephant Green Sanctuary our top priority is the welfare of our elephants. We provide a natural and safe environment for them to live in and ensure they are not subjected to any harmful or unnatural practices. We do not offer activities such as elephant rides, performances, or bathing shows. We are committed to educating visitors, and we look forward to introducing you to our elephants at our sanctuary.
Why we do not allow you to bathe in the water or mud with our elephants
In the wild, elephants play in the mud and bathe in the ponds on their own, and we believe that it is important they have their freedom to bathe freely and not with people in the water with them.
It's a natural behaviour for elephants to bathe and if we give them space, they can roll around, play, and submerge underwater and enjoy their life.
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It is also dangerous if visitors are in the pond or the mud with the elephants and accidents can happen.
Also, when elephants enter the water it stimulate their bowels so it is unhygienic as the elephants urinate and defecate.
Bathing with elephants does not put the welfare of the elephants first. Instead our visitors watch with amazement as our elephants bathe freely in the mud and ponds. We want our elephants to have a great life which is why we don't offer bathing with elephants at Krabi Elephant Green Sanctuary. ​
