About Us
Just a short drive from Patong’s nightlife, there’s a hidden valley where the only sounds are elephant footsteps and the rustle of bamboo. This is Hill Tribe Elephant Village — a sanctuary built on stories of survival, respect, and second chances.
Where Elephants Find Peace
My first memory here wasn’t of tourists or shows, but of silence. An elephant named Mali reached for sugarcane with such gentleness that it stopped me in my tracks. She had once been forced to carry people through the heat of the day. Now, she wandered freely in the shade of the forest, finally at peace.
That’s what this place is about. No riding. No tricks. No bathing for entertainment. Just elephants being elephants — and travelers learning what it truly means to share space with them.
“Our elephants are not here to work for us. We are here to work for them.” — Hill Tribe Family
A Family Story
Hill Tribe Elephant Village isn’t a business plan — it’s a family legacy. The caretakers here grew up with elephants in the highlands of Chiang Mai before bringing their wisdom south to Phuket. For them, elephants aren’t attractions. They’re family.
Every banana you chop, every herbal ball you roll, helps create jobs for locals, pays for elephant care, and keeps the forest alive. Visiting here means you’re part of something bigger: travel that heals instead of harms.
Respect First
No chains, no riding — only freedom and dignity for elephants.
Community Roots
Every visit supports local hill tribe families and their traditions.
Nature Restored
Your ticket helps plant food trees and protect the forest home of our herd.
