Living Green Elephant Sanctuary
An ethical, ride-free elephant experience in the Chonburi hills - feed, walk and river-bathe rescued elephants on a small-group half-day visit, just 40 minutes from Pattaya.
Quick facts
The essentials before you go - what Living Green Elephant Sanctuary offers and what it costs.
Menu & prices
| Treatment | Duration | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Half-day experience | ||
| Half-day ethical visit — feed, walk & river-bathe the elephants, Pad Thai lunch included Morning or afternoon | ฿1,700–2,000 | |
Facilities
About Living Green Elephant Sanctuary
Living Green Elephant Sanctuary is an ethical, conservation-led home for rescued elephants set in the green hills of Chonburi, about 40–45 minutes from central Pattaya. Founded in 2016 with roots in Chiang Mai, it is built on a simple principle: no riding, no hooks and no shows. Guests meet the elephants on the animals’ own terms.
A half-day visit follows a relaxed rhythm — you hand-feed the elephants, walk alongside them through the grounds and finish by bathing them in the river. You’ll be given a traditional Mo Hom outfit to wear, and a Pad Thai lunch is included in the price.
With small groups capped at 20 guests and a calm, respectful approach to the animals, it suits families and travellers who care about animal welfare and want a hands-on day in nature rather than a staged attraction.
Good to know
- Half-day price is around ฿1,700–2,000 per person and includes lunch.
- Two daily sessions: a morning visit and an afternoon visit.
- Hotel pickup is roughly 07:45–08:45 for the morning and 11:45–12:45 for the afternoon.
- This is an ethical sanctuary — there is no elephant riding and no shows.
- Wear clothes you don’t mind getting wet and muddy during river bathing.
- Book ahead through GetYourGuide, Viator, Klook or the sanctuary’s own site, especially in high season.
Getting there
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