Koh Samui Elephant Trekking
Elephant Trekking is a popular activity on Koh Samui as thousands of visitors head to the mountain each year on the back of an elephant. Choose between a 30 minute or a 1 hour ride and follow your guide to a local waterfall for swim and rest and then head right back to the resort when you're ready to go.
Elephant treks are recommended for the children of 8 years and up and can be booked at any travel agent. Alternatively, head down to Namuang Waterfall where you can find the elephant camp at Namuang Safari Park. The ride lasts app. 30 minutes and costs about 600-700 Baht. You also can join one of the safari tours which mostly include an elephant ride.
Elephants are herbivores and will consume about 2-300kg of food per day, and 150 liters of water. Elephants may be heavy animals, but they can run up to 15 miles per hour. If your elephant does begin to run towards a tourist area, say "Stop" loudly, but don't shout, or the beast will become nervous. Use a commanding tone, and repeat, "Stop."
Elephant Trekking 1hr. & 30 Min
Tour available 3 times per day at 9.30 am, 1.00 am & 3.30 pm
Price
Elephant Trekking 1 hr - Adult 1,200THB / Child 700THB
Elephant Trekking 30 min - Adult 700THB / Child 600THB
Note:
- Children under 3 years old free of charge.
- Include Transportation
- Taking photo with Baby Tiger / Baby Leopard and Unique animals (extra)