Bangkok: Elephant Sanctuary & Erawan Waterfall Tour

Kanchanaburi Province, Bangkok



Bathe, feed, and interact with elephants before visiting Erawan National Park to see the seven-tier waterfalls.

ElephantsWorld Sanctuary and Erawan National Park Day Tour

Experience a responsible day tour from Bangkok visiting ElephantsWorld sanctuary and Erawan National Park, ideal for nature and animal lovers.

Highlights

  • Visit ElephantsWorld sanctuary to bathe, feed, and interact with rescued elephants
  • Trek through the forests and caves of Erawan National Park
  • Admire and swim at the seven-tiered Erawan Waterfall
  • Explore sustainably with a GSTC-certified tour prioritizing environmental care

Description

An early pickup from your hotel begins the day before heading to ElephantsWorld, a sanctuary dedicated to elephant welfare and conservation. Upon arrival, you’ll receive an introduction and safety briefing, followed by preparing food for the elephants.

Participate in giving the elephants a mud bath and then rinse them at the nearby river. After freshening up, enjoy a buffet lunch featuring Thai dishes. Then feed the elephants with the food you prepared earlier.

Next, explore Erawan National Park’s lush forests and caves on a trek leading to the seven-tiered Erawan Waterfall. You can swim in the emerald pools or relax by the water’s edge.

This tour emphasizes sustainability by providing water in glass bottles and offsetting carbon emissions, reducing your environmental impact.

Includes

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off (private option only)
  • Professional driver
  • Air-conditioned transportation
  • Glass bottle of drinking water
  • Erawan National Park entrance fee
  • Lunch
  • Half-day visit to ElephantsWorld
  • Carbon emissions offset credits

Excludes

  • Tour guide
  • Personal expenses

Important Information

  • A professional driver is provided but no tour guide
  • This is a sustainable, GSTC-certified experience minimizing carbon footprint and emissions

Cancellation Policy

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.

For a smooth experience, wear comfortable clothing and bring swimwear and a towel. The best time to visit is during the cooler morning hours for the sanctuary and waterfall.

Frequently Asked Questions

The tour includes visits to ElephantsWorld sanctuary for elephant interaction and a trek through Erawan National Park with stops at the seven-tiered Erawan Waterfall.
ElephantsWorld sanctuary is located near Kanchanaburi, approximately a two-hour drive from Bangkok.
Yes, visitors can swim at designated safe areas of the seven-tiered Erawan Waterfall during the tour.
Most tours include hotel pickup in Bangkok as part of the day tour package.
Yes, the sanctuary is suitable for children but it is recommended to check age restrictions with the tour provider.
Bring comfortable clothing, swimwear, a towel, sunscreen, insect repellent, and a camera for the day tour from Bangkok.
The tour typically lasts a full day, around 10 to 12 hours including travel time from Bangkok.
Yes, the tour is GSTC-certified, prioritizing sustainable and environmentally responsible practices in Bangkok and surrounding areas.
Visitors can feed and bathe rescued elephants at ElephantsWorld as part of the responsible interaction experience.
The best time to visit is during the dry season, typically November to April, for safe swimming and clear trails; check local weather when booking from Bangkok.

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