Phuket Highlight Tour Big Buddha Temple and Elephant Sanctuary
- 4–6 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- Guided in English
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
Discover the best of Phuket in one unforgettable day — combining scenic viewpoints, cultural landmarks, and an ethical elephant-sanctuary experience. Begin at Karon Viewpoint, where you’ll take in Phuket’s iconic panorama of three turquoise bays. Continue to the Big Buddha, a 45-meter marble statue with sweeping island views and a calm, spiritual atmosphere. Visit Wat Chalong, Phuket’s most important temple, and learn about local Buddhist traditions as you explore the sacred grounds. Finish your journey at an ethical elephant sanctuary, where you’ll learn the elephants’ rescue stories and observe them in a peaceful forest setting. Caretakers demonstrate how their food and herbal supplements are prepared, and you’ll gain insight into their behavior, wellbeing, and daily care — with no riding, feeding, or direct interaction.
Inclusions
What's included
- Hotel Transfer
- Eco Guide at Ethical Elephant Sanctuary
- Visit Ethical Elephant Sanctuary
What's not
- Food
- Personal Expenses
Itinerary
Next, visit Wat Chalong, Phuket’s most revered temple. Learn about Buddhist traditions as locals light incense and make merit in this sacred place.
Discover the best of Phuket in one unforgettable day — from stunning viewpoints and cultural landmarks to a heartwarming elephant experience. Start your adventure at Karon Viewpoint, where the island’s most famous panorama unfolds before you — three turquoise bays shimmering under the tropical sun. Continue to the Big Buddha, a majestic 45-meter marble statue offering sweeping views across the island. Feel the peaceful atmosphere as you walk around this spiritual landmark.
Karon Viewpoint, where the island’s most famous panorama unfolds before you — three turquoise bays shimmering under the tropical sun.
Embark on a 1-hour educational experience where you’ll learn about rescued elephants and the dedicated hill tribe caretakers who support them. Discover how the sanctuary provides lifelong care for elephants retired from tourism and gain insight into the meaningful bond between each mahout and their elephant.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
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Know before you go
- Pickup
- Pickup is included for everyone.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operated by
- MY Asia Holiday
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please note the driver is not a tour guide, however, he will be willing to help you as much as he can
- In Thailand, only Thai is an official language, so please do not expect excellent English language skills from the drivers. The English proficiency of the driver is not fluent, but he can definitely communicate in English with you Read more about - From Phuket Deep Sea or Patong Port: Private Customizable Tour
How it compares in Phuket
- Its from-price is close to the median of the 687 day trips we list in Phuket.
- It is shorter than most of them.
- By number of reviews it ranks 332 of 687.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Phuket
Phuket is Thailand's largest island, a tropical mix of sandy bays, limestone seascapes, temple-dotted hills and a colourful old town.
The west coast is lined with beaches, from busy Patong with its nightlife on Bangla Road to the gentler sands of Kata, Karon, Kamala and Surin, and the quieter bays of Nai Harn and Mai Khao. Promthep Cape at the southern tip is a favourite spot for sunset.
Top-ranked sights in Phuket: Maya Bay (Maya Beach), Phi Phi Islands (Koh Phi Phi), James Bond Island (Ko Khao Phing Kan) .
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