Following elephants (not riding them)! Accompany these giant creatures on a natural forest walk
This is an elephant sanctuary - NOT an elephant riding camp. Here the sanctuary works in cooperation with World Animal Protection for the welfare of resident elephants and the surrounding nature
On this tour, you'll be introcduced to the resident elephants and their surroundings, followed by a gentle jungle walk where you'll follow the elephants as they slowly and naturally make their way forward. By observing, and letting the elephants lead the way, they have totalfreedom to behave as they do in their natural environment. You'll also learn about the plants and jungle surroundings from the English speaking guide
After the walk, you'll learn and help with seed ball reforestation. You'll make seed balls and then shoot them into the forest from high up on the observation deck. In a few month time, your creation will sprout up as a natural source of elephant food
Vegetarian buffet lunch provided
After lunch you'll visit the tree nursery, where you'll prepare them for reforestation. Help to regrow the forest for the elephants and oter wildlife around
Then you'll learn about the history of Koh Lanta National Park and the common species of plants and animals found there, and begin your adventure into the forest. You'll visit an ancient Banyan Tree, step into the sereneBat Cave, then cool down in the refreshing Klong Chak Waterfall.
0900-0930 free pick up from hotel
1000 Introduction to the resident elephants and their surroundings
1015 Begin jungle walk
1130 Seed ball reforestation
1200 Vegetarian buffet lunch
1300 Tree nursery, cave & waterfall hike
1530 Return to hotel
FREE Pickup from your hotel - please be ready in the hotel reception
1530
comfortable clothes, closed shoes, sunglasses, camera, sunscreen, insect repellent, and rain jacket. Waterproof bag is advisable if you need to protect your phone/camera or other items if it rains.
Vegetarian buffet lunch
Rubber boots provided if you havent brought your own shoes
Tips
Cancellation is free of charge up to 30 days before booked date. Cancellations after this are non refundable.