What is included and what you need to know
Guide in Portuguese throughout the tour for groups with a minimum of 4 participants. If the group does not reach this number, the tour will be conducted with an English guide.
- Pay 2,000 THB Thai baht now by credit card to secure your reservation.
- Pay the 500 THB Thai baht remaining exclusively in cash in baht to the guide on the day of the tour.
- Included Tickets: Guaranteed access to all attractions of the tour
- We are the FIRST AND ONLY agency to offer the Ethical Elephant Sanctuary Tour with guide in PORTUGUESE.
- From 09/15 to 11/22: This tour includes pick-up and drop-off at the hotel in the serviced areas. Check the itinerary for available regions.
- From 11/23 to 11/27: This tour starts at a meeting point and does not include pick-up or drop-off at the hotel.
- From 11/28: This tour includes pick-up and drop-off at the hotel in the serviced areas. Check the itinerary for available regions.
- Mineral water during transportation and at the Sanctuary.
- Snack served at the Sanctuary.
- Wear light and comfortable clothing and, if you want to enter the river with the elephants, bring swimwear, a change of dry clothes, towel, easy-to-remove shoes, hat, sunscreen, insect repellent, and sunglasses.
What is not included and what is not allowed
- Tips for the guide and driver (optional)
- Extra drinks
- Personal expenses
- The remaining 500 THB must be paid in cash in THB Thai baht to the guide on the day of the tour. We do not accept real, dollar, Pix, or card.
- Have the exact amount in baht on the day of the tour. The guide does not have change.
- As this is a shared tour, delays are not tolerated, and the guide does not wait for absent or late participants. Plan to be at the meeting point at the indicated time.
Introduction
Elephant Sanctuary in Portuguese
Discover the Elephant Sanctuary in Portuguese.
We are the FIRST AND ONLY agency to offer the Elephant Sanctuary with a guide in PORTUGUESE.
Learn about these magnificent animals and interact with them responsibly. This tour offers an immersion in the Thai culture of protection and preservation of elephants, providing unique moments of connection with nature.
• English guide: available morning and afternoon for groups of 3 passengers or less. Click here.
Attention to the transportation of this tour:
From 09/15 to 11/22: includes pick-up and drop-off at the hotel in the serviced areas.
From 11/23 to 11/27: the tour starts at a meeting point and does not include pick-up or drop-off at the hotel. It is the participant's responsibility to arrive at the location at the indicated time, and the transportation expenses to the meeting point are not included in the tour price.
📍 Meeting point: at 07:00 in front of Wat Phra Singh (Access the address here).
- From 11/28: This tour includes pick-up and drop-off at the hotel in the serviced areas. Check the itinerary for available regions.
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Itinerary
Our Complete Experience - Elephant Sanctuary
In Thailand, the elephant is a living part of the history and spirituality of the country. Here, they are sacred beings, these animals represent strength, wisdom, and prosperity, and also appear as sculptures in temples, cities, shops, and homes.
For centuries, they have been present in battles, rituals, and in the daily life of Thais, creating a connection that goes beyond tradition. It is important to understand that between Thais and elephants there is a relationship of affection and respect. Today, this care continues through ethical sanctuaries, where our partners act with responsibility and dedication to ensure the well-being of these special animals.
During your visit to one of our ethical partners, you will go through a circuit of activities, which involves:
Learning about Elephants
Before the interaction, you will learn about the history and habits of elephants in Thailand. The guide will explain how they live in the wild, their diet, and the preservation efforts made by ethical sanctuaries.
Interaction with Elephants
After the introduction, you will have the opportunity to interact directly with the elephants, observing their behavior and getting to know their personalities up close.
Feeding the Elephants
Food specifically for elephants will be provided so you can feed them and create a special bond with these gentle giants.
Bathing in the River with the Elephants
The experience concludes with an unforgettable moment: bathing in the river with the elephants. Help refresh them while they play in the water, always respecting the sanctuary's guidelines.
The order of activities may be adjusted as needed, always ensuring the best experience.
🗓️ Schedule for the Day at the Elephant Sanctuary in Portuguese
The transportation for this tour varies according to the reservation date:
If your tour is booked between 09/15 and 11/22
Includes pick-up and drop-off at the hotel in the Old Town area, indicate the hotel name at the time of booking.
Approximate pick-up time at hotels: between 07:00 and 07:30
Approximate return time: between 13:00 and 13:30
If your tour is booked between 11/23 and 11/27
During this period the tour starts at a meeting point and does not include pick-up or drop-off at the hotel. It is the participant's responsibility to arrive at the location at the indicated time, and the transportation expenses to the meeting point are not included in the tour price.
📍 Meeting point: in front of Wat Phra Singh (Access the address here).
Morning:
Time at the meeting point: 07:00. | Approximate return time: between 13:00 and 13:30
Afternoon:
Time at the meeting point: 13:00. | Approximate return time: between 17:30 and 18:00
If your tour is booked from 11/28
This tour includes pick-up and drop-off at the hotel in the Old Town area, indicate the hotel name at the time of booking.
Approximate pick-up time at hotels: between 07:00 and 07:30
Approximate return time: between 13:00 and 13:30
▶️The times provided for meeting and departure must be strictly respected. We recommend that you be at the meeting point/hotel lobby at least 10 minutes in advance.
Delays may compromise the experience of other participants and the tour schedule. As this is a shared tour, it is not possible to wait for participants who are not present at the indicated time.
👶 Special rates for children
Up to 4 years: exempt from payment
From 5 to 11 years: 50% of the total tour price
From 12 years: full price
Traveling with children is an opportunity to experience unique moments as a family. We recommend bringing a hat, sunscreen, water, and snacks, as well as guiding the little ones about respecting the temples.
🚐 Transportation and number of people
Minimum of 4 people for the shared tour in Portuguese, the price per person with a Portuguese guide is 2,500 baht (฿).
If the minimum number is not reached, we work with two viable alternatives for you:
Participate in the same itinerary with an English guide, at the price of 2,000 baht (฿) per person. Click here and book directly in English.
Conduct the tour in Portuguese privately, by paying the equivalent of 4 people, ensuring exclusive service in Portuguese.
The transportation for this tour varies according to the reservation date:
From 09/15 to 11/22: includes pick-up and drop-off at the hotel in the serviced areas.
From 11/23 to 11/27: the tour starts at a meeting point and does not include pick-up or drop-off at the hotel. It is the participant's responsibility to arrive at the location at the indicated time, and the transportation expenses to the meeting point are not included in the tour price.
📍 Meeting point: in front of Wat Phra Singh (Access the address here).
The times provided for meeting and departure must be strictly respected. We recommend that you be at the meeting point at least 10 minutes in advance.
👥 Private tours
We offer private tours year-round.
In this format, you have pickup and drop-off at the hotel, there is no minimum participant requirement, and the guide is exclusive to your group.
Contact our team for availability, prices, and conditions.
👕 What to wear for the tour
Light and comfortable clothing, preferably made with cool fabrics like cotton and linen, if you wish, you can wear swimwear.
If you are going to participate in the interaction with the elephants in the river, bring a change of dry clothes and bath towels to ensure your comfort throughout the tour.
Easy-to-remove shoes, as it is necessary to remove them to enter the river.
Hat, sunscreen, insect repellent, and sunglasses to protect yourself from the sun.
In Thailand, many establishments only accept cash. Therefore, it is recommended to bring baht (฿), the local currency, if you want to buy any local crafts or souvenirs.
💳 Payment methods for this tour
The reservation for the Elephant Sanctuary is confirmed upon advance payment of 2,000 baht per participant.
If the minimum of 4 people is reached to conduct the tour with a Portuguese guide, you will need to pay the remaining 500 baht on the day of the tour, in Thai currency, directly to the guide.
If the minimum of 4 people is NOT reached, you will do the tour with an English guide and will not need to pay any difference on the day of the tour.
Fees and Taxes: We inform you that administrative fees and taxes may be added to the amount paid in advance.
If you wish to make the full payment in advance, contact our team via WhatsApp
After completing the deposit payment, you will be directed to your profile on our website, where you can track the status of your reservation.
In some cases, the card operator may not complete the transaction for security reasons, limits, or payment validation. We recommend tracking the status of the reservation in your profile. If it is not confirmed within 2 hours after payment, contact our team for verification.
With the payment confirmed, you will receive by email and WhatsApp all the necessary instructions, operational information, and confirmations for your tour.
Want to pay for your tours in advance? Talk to our team via WhatsApp.
🚨 Last-minute reservations? Talk to us!
If your reservation is for the next 48 hours, we recommend contacting us via WhatsApp to check availability and expedite service.
📋 Cancellation policy
▶ For confirmation deposit payments:
Amounts paid to guarantee the reservation are non-refundable in case of cancellation by the customer.
▶ For full advance payments:
Cancellations made up to 7 days in advance have a 90% refund of the amount paid.
▶ Rescheduling
Requests for rescheduling made at least 72 hours in advance may be accommodated at no additional cost, subject to availability. If there are no spots for the same program and language, our team may offer compatible alternatives, including other dates, programs, or available languages.
Requests made with 48 hours or less in advance, including changes, cancellations, or rescheduling, will not be entitled to refund, rescheduling, credit, or financial compensation.
▶ No Show (failure to attend)
Failure to attend the meeting point at the indicated time, as well as missing the boarding due to delay, will be considered no show, with no right to refund, rescheduling, credit for another tour, or financial compensation. In these cases, it will not be possible to request that the guide wait, arrange another meeting point, or join the tour after the activities have started.
▶ Rain does not constitute a cancellation condition
The occurrence of rain does not constitute a cancellation condition. Thailand has a tropical climate, and it is common for quick rains to occur throughout the day, especially during the monsoon season. Tours continue to operate normally in case of rain, as long as safety conditions allow for its realization.
▶ Maritime Tours
Maritime operations follow exclusively the daily assessments of the Thai Navy, responsible for issuing official guidelines on navigation, safety, and sea stability. Only in case of formal alert of adverse maritime conditions may the tour be suspended, altered, or rescheduled.
The occurrence of rain at the hotel, in the departure city, or during part of the route does not necessarily mean that the tour will be canceled. Weather conditions can vary significantly between regions, islands, and maritime areas.
Tours are subject to the operational and safety conditions defined by the local operator responsible for the activity. In case of changes, interruptions, or non-continuation of the tour, the applicable guidelines and procedures will be communicated directly by the responsible team on site.
If there is an official determination that prevents the departure of vessels, our team will contact you to inform the applicable procedures. In case of cancellation by the operator (e.g., operational issues or force majeure), a full refund or rescheduling at no additional cost will be offered.
People with mobility limitations must inform us in advance before booking. Some boat tours may not be recommended or allowed, according to the rules and operational conditions of the companies responsible for navigation and boarding.
For safety reasons and according to the rules of local operators, pregnant women and people over 70 years old cannot participate in tours conducted on speedboats.
▶ Holiday Dates and Refund Conditions
New Year's Eve, Valentine's Day, Chinese New Year, and Lantern Festival do not have refunds, even in case of full payment.
Other dates may be included according to the local calendar. In cases that fall under these exceptions, there will be no refund.
Additionally, attractions, temples, monuments, parks, and visitation areas may have access limited, suspended, or altered by local authorities without prior notice due to religious ceremonies, official events, celebrations, visits from authorities, weather conditions, or other occurrences beyond the agency's control.
In these situations, our team may make adaptations to the itinerary, change the order of visits, or propose compatible alternatives, always seeking to preserve the best possible experience for participants.
▶ Participant Conduct
The company reserves the right to remove from the tour any participant who exhibits inappropriate, offensive, aggressive behavior, jeopardizes the safety of the group, or disregards the team's guidelines. In these cases, there will be no refund of the amounts paid.
If you need to cancel or reschedule, contact our team via WhatsApp.
