Elephant Hills

Phuket, Thailand

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The Elephant Camp
The Elephant Camp
The Elephant Camp
The Elephant Camp
The Elephant Camp
The Elephant Camp
The Elephant Camp
The Lake Camp
The Lake Camp
Cooking class
Nature Safari Tour
Jungle Trekking
The Lake Camp
The Lake Camp
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The Elephant Camp
The Elephant Camp
The Elephant Camp
The Elephant Camp
The Elephant Camp
The Elephant Camp
The Elephant Camp
The Lake Camp
The Lake Camp
Cooking class
Nature Safari Tour
Jungle Trekking
The Lake Camp
The Lake Camp

The hotel

Thailand’s first luxury tented jungle camp, Elephant Hills, combines the camp aspect of an East African safari with the Thai tropical rainforest. Located in Khao Sok National Park, Elephant Hills is just a couple of hours north of Phuket or Krabi and with complimentary transfers from most beach hotels in the region, it’s an easy combination and an unmissable experience. We are proud to support the unique elephant experience where you can feed and interact with these magnificent creatures, an award-winning programme that puts elephant welfare, education and conservation at the heart of what they do.

Amenities

  • Safari
  • Bar
  • Evening Entertainment
  • Internet Access
  • Restaurant
  • Swimming Pool
  • Near National Park

Where is it

Elephant Hills is located in Khao Sok National Park in Thailand's Phang Nga Province. The Tented Camp is set in Thailand's tropical jungle environment and The Rainforest Camp floats on Cheow Larn Lake. Transfers available from Phuket, Krabi and Khao Lak and even Koh Samui.

Hotel information

The Elephant Camp is the main camp with 66 spacious tents with 1 king-size or 2 double beds sleeping a family of 4 people, with 2 adults and 2 children. All tents are bugproof and have electricity, en-suite bathroom with toilet, shower and hot/cold water and a fan. Set amongst the rainforest, the camp has a swimming pool with superb view of the spectacular limestone cliffs, an open-air restaurant and bar with campfire creating a romantic and warm atmosphere to share your traveller’s tales. Dinners include movie presentations, dance and cooking demonstrations to keep you entertained and there is even WiFi to show all those at home what they’re missing.

The Lake Camp is the newest addition to Elephant Hills. There are 20 rainforest tents each with 1 queen-size bed, or twin beds, sleeping 2 adults and 1 child. They are located over the Cheow Larn Lake, making it one of the only floating tented camps in the world. The spectacular lakes are surrounded by rainforest and towering limestone cliffs. Designed to be at one with nature, the camp is powered by wind and solar energy and uses responsible waste management, so no WiFi here, just total peace and relaxation.

Full Board includes: breakfast, lunch and dinner. All the activities in the itinerary. Soft drinks and alcohol are available at extra charge.

Restaurant and bar. Swimming pool. Evening entertainment includes traditional Thai dances from local school children, film documentaries and Thai cooking demonstrations. Fantastic range of activities including elephant interaction, canoe trips on the Sok River and jungle treks. Complimentary WiFi at the Elephant Hills Camp (main camp).

Jungle Safari

Elephant Experience • Canoe Safari • Jungle Trekking

See the highlights of Southern Thailand’s natural beauty with this short 2-night itinerary.

Day 1: Arrive in time for lunch, then depart on a jungle river canoe trip down the Sok River passing the Limestone Mountains and tropical vegetation to the elephant sanctuary. Here you can see, feed and learn about the elephants and the conservation project as well as meet and learn the secrets of the mahout. Overnight at The Elephant Camp. 

Day 2: Leisurely breakfast before exploring the secluded Cheow Lan Lake by long-tail boat, the 60 km lake has more than 100 islands. Enjoy the spectacular scenery with time to dip into the lake’s emerald water and lunch at the local raft house. Overnight at The Elephant Camp.

Day 3: Guided walk to explore the ecology of one of the world’s oldest rainforests with lunch served in the rainforest, cooked in bamboo, an old tradition of jungle explorers. Afternoon transfer.

Rainforest Nature Safari

Elephant Experience • Traditional Junk trip

Day 1: As per Day 1 of the Jungle Safari itinerary.

Day 2: Enjoy the mangroves by speed boat looking out for local wildlife along the way. Board a traditional Burmese Junk for lunch and explore the mangroves by canoe. Overnight at The Elephant Camp.

Day 3: Leisurely breakfast before exploring the secluded Cheow Lan Lake by long-tail boat, the 60 km lake has more than 100 islands. Enjoy the spectacular scenery with time to dip into the lake’s emerald water and lunch at the local raft house. Overnight at The Elephant Camp.

Day 4: Guided walk to explore the ecology of one of the world’s oldest rainforests with lunch served in the rainforest, cooked in bamboo, an old tradition of jungle explorers. Afternoon transfer.

Jungle Lake Safari

Elephant Experience • Overnight at floating Rainforest Camp • Market visit

Day 1: As per Day 1 of the Jungle Safari itinerary. Overnight at The Elephant Camp.

Day 2: Leisurely breakfast before exploring the secluded Cheow Lan Lake by long-tail boat, the 60 km lake has more than 100 islands and is home to wild elephants, the rare Asian Ox, tropical birds, monkeys and amphibians and reptiles. Lunch at Lake Camp before a guided walk to explore the ecology of one of the world’s oldest rainforests. Overnight at The Lake Camp.

Day 3: Take a canoe safari around the small channels of the Cheow Lan Lake, a silent adventure in the heart of the rainforest. Lunch served at the Lake Camp and afternoon transfer to your onward destination.

Please note: child ages are 4 years and over for Elephant Camp and 7 years and over for Lake Camp.

Please note: due to the nature of the tours pregnant ladies are unable to participate.

Accessibility: due to the nature of the tours it is not suitable for wheelchair users or customers with mobility restrictions. Please also note, there are no on site refrigeration facilities to store medication.

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Image of the Tripadvisor rating What an Amazing Experience!

مايو 15, 2025 Suzreyno Leicestershire, United Kingdom

This place is AMAZING What a wonderful experience sleeping in the national park amidst wonderful scenery and listening to the sounds of the animals and birds Although you are in a tent it has all the facilities you need, shower, toilet, electricity, Wi-Fi and comfortable beds The food is phenomenal The guides are all friendly and knowledgeable and… Read more
This place is AMAZING What a wonderful experience sleeping in the national park amidst wonderful scenery and listening to the sounds of the animals and birds Although you are in a tent it has all the facilities you need, shower, toilet, electricity, Wi-Fi and comfortable beds The food is phenomenal The guides are all friendly and knowledgeable and each days activities are super well organised We got to canoe, paddle board and kayak. We travelled by speed boat and long boat We saw amazing scenery and experienced the mangroves But the highlight was interacting with the elephants What a privilege to spend time with these intelligent…and naughty!…animals and to know that they won’t have tourists riding on them or bathing with them A truly memorable experience Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating An excellent jungle experiance for an adventurous honeymoon

مايو 15, 2025 Henry W London, United Kingdom

We had a fantastic time at Elephant Hills for part of our honeymoon. The main site tent-rooms are well-kept, and the food was good. The amazing part of Elephant Hills however was the elephant experience and the lake camp. Staying on the lake in the middle of the national park is an experience we will always remember. The elephant experience where… Read more
We had a fantastic time at Elephant Hills for part of our honeymoon. The main site tent-rooms are well-kept, and the food was good. The amazing part of Elephant Hills however was the elephant experience and the lake camp. Staying on the lake in the middle of the national park is an experience we will always remember. The elephant experience where we got to feed and pet the elephants is likewise makes this place special. The guides looked after us and made our time here some of the best few days I have ever had. I cannot recommend this place enough. It might not be for everyone, those used to 5-star hotels in the middle of a big city might find it not to their taste, but for those with a more adventurous temperament there isn't a better choice of holiday. Read less
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مايو 12, 2025 Mk-Passepartout Haywards Heath, United Kingdom

We opted for 2 nights, 1 at the Elephant Hills camp and the 2nd staying on the lake at Khao Sok national park. Firstly, staying in tents when it's 35C during the day is what you'd expect - warm! There's no getting away from it. Seeing the elephants and feeding them is amazing but, keep in mind that you only spend about 1 - 2 hours around them in… Read more
We opted for 2 nights, 1 at the Elephant Hills camp and the 2nd staying on the lake at Khao Sok national park. Firstly, staying in tents when it's 35C during the day is what you'd expect - warm! There's no getting away from it. Seeing the elephants and feeding them is amazing but, keep in mind that you only spend about 1 - 2 hours around them in total to protect their welfare, which is fair enough. Our stay at the Elephant Hills camp felt a bit disorganised. We arrived at the tail end of lunch and there wasn't a great deal of food left. I have a food intolerance so was given a card I could use to check with staff...only there wasn't anyone around to ask. There wasn't a bed setup in our tent for my daughter on arrival, the fan in our tent didn't oscillate and, while we were promised snacks when we got back from seeing the elephants (they're a short bus ride away) by the time we got back everything had gone. Our second night at Khao Sok was very different. It's about a 1hr boat ride out to a secluded area on the lake. It felt much calmer, more peaceful and better organised. Food was plentiful and the staff went out of their way to ensure I was catered for. We also had 2 fans in our tent which oscillated properly. We particularly liked access to canoes and paddle boards. You can join an organised paddle on the canoes or go by yourself. We enjoyed ourselves so much we decided to do both. Our tour guide, Pearl, was brilliant. She always had a smile on her face, had vast knowledge of the area and wildlife and her ability to spot wild animals at a distance was incredible. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Magical Elephant 🐘 Hills

مايو 7, 2025 annabanana112 Belfast, United Kingdom

We are so pleased to have stayed here for 3 nights. Each day a well guided tour guide & activities to suit all capabilities. Delicious Thai food, with such attention to detail. Learning how to cook Thai dishes was a highlight for me. The luxury tent was comfy, spacious, clean and well aired with fans. Impressive bathroom! Cannot recommend enough… Read more
We are so pleased to have stayed here for 3 nights. Each day a well guided tour guide & activities to suit all capabilities. Delicious Thai food, with such attention to detail. Learning how to cook Thai dishes was a highlight for me. The luxury tent was comfy, spacious, clean and well aired with fans. Impressive bathroom! Cannot recommend enough if you visit Thailand. Yes it’s humid but there are plenty of fans. Expect Kayaking, hiking, swimming, speed boats and the very impressive Elephants 🐘 to feed and watch bathing in the pond. Obviously you can sunbathe and relax if you don’t wish to take part in all activities but we recommend them for sure. Tip: Take cash as they do not accept card. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Stay and enjoy Elephant Hills sanctuary and help them take care of elephants the right way

مايو 6, 2025 Matt C Christchurch, New Zealand

If a jungle adventure is what you are after with a dash of luxury then Elephant Hills sanctuary is for you. It is glamping at its finest with lots of activities, cultural experiences and Elephants. It's not the cheapest place but the quality is top notch. The staff are friendly with a great group of guides to help you along. You can stay 1, 2, or… Read more
If a jungle adventure is what you are after with a dash of luxury then Elephant Hills sanctuary is for you. It is glamping at its finest with lots of activities, cultural experiences and Elephants. It's not the cheapest place but the quality is top notch. The staff are friendly with a great group of guides to help you along. You can stay 1, 2, or 3 nights with the longer stay including a night at the lake camp, swimming from your tent is a treat. The best feature is the ethical treatment of the elephants. They are not trained nor do they perform but you do get to feed them. The camp looks after rescue elephants that cannot return to the wild. We really enjoyed our time at this fine establishment Read less