Activities
With effect from April 2024, Hutsadin Elephant Foundation does not offer bare back riding, however, there are a number of memorable Activities available, including walking, feeding, showering and an interesting and informative Education Activity. Please see below for further details.
PLEASE NOTE THAT ENGLISH SPEAKING VOLUNTEERS WILL BE AVAILABLE TO ASSIST ON MONDAY, TUESDAY, WEDNESDAY, THURSDAY and FRIDAY BETWEEN 09:00am and 01:00pm.
Our Activities have been formulated with the help of the Friends of Hutsadin Elephant Foundation but most of all, through the unique relationship we have with our Mahouts (Elephant Keepers).
We always liaise with the Mahouts to ensure that each Elephant enjoys their respective Activity and we do our best to ensure that all participants in each Activity have fun (which includes our gentle giants).
Through this close relationship we have with the Mahouts we have been able to ensure that our Elephants are happy according to their respective Mahout.
When you arrive at the Foundation please make your way to reception (BEFORE going to see the Elephants) and book your Activity. You MUST be accompanied at all times by a member of staff to see the elephants. Hutsadin Elephant Foundation will not be held responsible or liable for any injury sustained by visitors ignoring this.
All of the Activities, do not require Advanced Booking unless you have a group of more than 10 people.
Please note we DO NOT accept Credit/Debit Cards. Cash only.
Disabled Access
The Hutsadin Elephant Foundation is pleased to welcome visitors with disabilities, although our facility is not yet 100% compliant. Visitors will be able to feed and where appropriate wash the elephants.
We strongly recommend that you contact us at hutsadinhuahin@hotmail.com before coming to the Foundation to allow us the opportunity to ensure we give you the best experience regardless of your disability.
Group Bookings
Advanced Booking is required for groups of more than 10 people.
Please email us at hutsadinhuahin@hotmail.com with details of your group and preferred Activity choice.
Education Activity
The aim of this Activity is to offer more emphasis on a greater understanding of our Asian Elephants. This Activity is available MONDAY to FRIDAY. Booking is not required (unless you are a group of more than 10 people) however, please ask for the Education Activity when you arrive. Great for the whole Family.
This Activity is expected to last approximately 40 minutes and is supported and was set up by our Volunteers (English speaking).
Times: Between 10:00 AM and 12:00 PM - Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Price: 300 Thai Baht per person, children under 5 years old are free.
Walking with an Elephant
This Activity allows you to walk with an Elephant for approximately 30 minutes depending on the Elephant's pace. This a great opportunity to feed the Elephant with some fruit which is included in the price. You can also shower the Elephant on return (weather permitting).
Times: Available every day, between 9:00AM and 4:00PM.
Price: 800 Thai Baht per person. Children 3 - 8 years old are 400 Thai Baht and Children under 3 years old are free.
Education and Walking with an Elephant
This Activity incorporates both of our most popular Activities. This will generally take about 90 minutes. Please see above for more details.
Times: Same times as the Education Activity.
Price: 1000 Thai Baht per person. Children 5 - 8 years old are 700 Thai Baht , Children 3 or 4 years old are 400 Thai Baht and Children under 3 years old are free.
Elephant Wash and Photo (Weather Permitting)
This Activity allows you to wash and have a photo taken with your Elephant.
Times: Available all day.
Price: 400 Thai Baht per adult and 300 Thai Baht per child.
Show Around
This Activity allows visitors to be shown around our facility and to be introduced to our wonderful Elephants. The Activity will last approximately 15 minutes. Please be aware that you will not be able to walk with or wash the Elephants. You will be able to take photographs with the Elephants and we provide you with a basket of fruit in order to get their attention.
Please remember that the Hutsadin Elephant Foundation is a non-profit organisation which relies on the generosity of the visitors we have. Please remember to visit our reception to book your Show Around.
Times: Available all day.
Price: 300 Thai Baht per person. Children under 5 years old are free.
For Your Information
1. The Foundation has English speaking Volunteers on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday
between the hours of 09:00 AM and 01:00 PM.
2. The Mahouts English is very limited.
3. The Mahouts and their respective family members make their own jewellery.
They DO NOT use Ivory or Elephant teeth.
4. During your Activity you may be presented with a 'TIP' basket which the Mahouts use to help supplement their salary. You are NOT obliged to put any money in the basket if you do not want to.
Insurance whilst on your chosen Activity
Hutsadin Elephant Foundation is very proud of its safety record. Since opening in 2007, no Visitors have been injured by our Elephants.
In the very unlikely event that you are injured by one of our Elephants during your chosen Activity, to ensure that you are covered by the Hutsadin Elephant Foundation Insurance Policy, please bring your Passport (original, photocopy or electronic copy on your mobile phone) with you to show the staff on arrival.
Please be assured that the safety of our Visitors, Staff, Volunteers and Elephants is our number one priority at Hutsadin Elephant Foundation, demonstrated by our track record.