All reviews
TripadvisorPosted on Tripadvisor
Lorcan P8 September 2026Verified
One of the best experiences you will have Elephant hills was an amazing and unforgettable experience. The Tents were really clean and well presented and the location was absolutely stunning. Our tour guide for the 3 days, T, was absolutely amazing, friendly and made our experience so much better! Would totally recommend this to anyone who is up for a proper authentic rainforest experience. Really good value and lovely food. Will definitely be coming back in the future 😃Posted on Google
Tony6 September 2026
When in thailand, elephant hills and lakes is a must. Thank you to our tour guide Yar yar for looking after us and provide fun and knowledgeable excursions.Posted on Google
Heike2 September 2026We booked the 3-day stay with one night in the jungle and one night on the lake. From the airport pickup to the drop-off at our next hotel, everything went perfectly. The welcome at the camp was very well organized, our guide was simply fantastic and clearly passionate about his work. The tent in the jungle had a proper bathroom and comfortable beds. The scenery there is wonderful. I especially enjoyed feeding the elephants. It was so beautiful. For all the activities, we were divided into groups of about 15 people. Only a few of us participated in the jungle hike by the lake; there were perhaps five of us. That was fantastic, of course. There is absolutely nothing I didn't like, and I can highly recommend this camp. Friends of ours will also be booking a stay there soon.
(Translated by Google, see original)Posted on Tripadvisor
Monkey68830 August 2026Absolutely incredible adventure Incredible experience. Absolutely go. No hesitation. I don't want to spoil the wonder of this place with too much detail but we were a family party of 10, ages ranging from 9 to 74, and all had the most fantastic, eye opening adventure. My 74 year old dad didn't do the jungle trek due to the uneven terrain and a hip replacement but was able to do everything else and loved it. Our kids, who were worried about bugs, gained some positive and exciting experiences. Honestly. Just book it and go. You will not regret it.Posted on TripadvisorMrs_G2118826 August 2026Verified
Memories forever Overall, we had a fantastic experience at Elephant Hills and would highly recommend it. From the moment we arrived, our guide, Chief, made us feel welcome. She was brilliant throughout the trip, incredibly knowledgeable, engaging, and always happy to answer questions. The river canoe safari was a great start to the adventure. The guides were excellent at spotting wildlife we would never have seen ourselves, including snakes, monkeys, and even an otter, which was a real highlight. The elephant experience itself was slightly underwhelming compared to our expectations. When we originally booked, hand-feeding was still part of the programme, so viewing the elephants from behind barriers wasn't quite what we had imagined. We completely understand and support the welfare-focused changes, but as the elephants are still guided to feeding areas and pools for each group visit, it felt a little less interactive than we had hoped. That said, it certainly wasn't a deal breaker and it was still wonderful to see these magnificent animals in such a welfare-conscious environment. The food at the resort was fabulous, with fresh, delicious options and plenty of variety at both breakfast and dinner. The local school dance performance was also brilliant and showcased some truly inspiring young people. Our absolute highlight was Days 2 and 3 at the Lake Camp. We completely fell in love with it. Swimming in the lake, feeding the fish, and paddling out on the canoes by ourselves was a magical experience that our family will never forget. Both of our children tried paddleboarding and loved every minute. The scenery is simply breathtaking. The jungle trek on Day 3 was another stand-out experience. It is definitely not for the faint-hearted and genuinely feels off the beaten track, crossing streams, climbing over rocky terrain, and trekking through the rainforest. The reward at the end was a fantastic lunch cooked by our wonderful guide, and a very talented chef! The kids couldn't get enough of the pork, and it was a memorable meal in a truly unique setting. The luxury tents were also amazing. Comfortable beds, fresh linens, beautiful bathrooms, and all surrounded by the sounds of birdsong and rainfall. Falling asleep immersed in nature while enjoying such comfort was something really special. Elephant Hills delivered an unforgettable family adventure. While the elephant experience wasn't quite as interactive as we expected, everything else exceeded our expectations. The Lake Camp, jungle trek, incredible scenery, fantastic food, and outstanding guides made this a trip we'll remember for years to come.Posted on Tripadvisor
Eloise310423 August 2026Wonderful I booked this thinking I’d be sleeping near elephants… I was wrong they are a ten min drive away and it is a wonderful rescue conservation area… However I had no idea the elephants were a snippet of what is offered at elephant hills! My teenagers and I were literally blown away by our three days in the jungle. My son actually said to me…”This is the best adventure I’ve ever been on!” He’s 16. Whether it’s kayaking, paddle boarding, speed boats, swimming with giant fish in lakes or simply gazing out of the bus window as you get whisked to your next activity prepare to be in awe!! My only thing is that many of the activities are an hour bus ride from the camp and I’m not sure that’s advertised. We saw a wild elephant on our last day! Lucky our tour guide was absolutely fabulous and so were all the staff. Food wonderful and tents so comfortable. Thank you elephant hills it wasn’t what I was expecting but it was truly amazing! Life changing memories!Posted on Google
Ian Paddey22 August 2026Well can't fault this place excellent service, excellent staff good quality food (for the jungle) and amazing activitiesPosted on Tripadvisor
Phillipa22 August 2026Wow! What an amazing place! We loved it! Oh my goodness, Elephant Hills was the highlight of our Thailand trip! We only stayed 2 nights at the main camp, but wish we’d done a night or 2 on the Khao Sok lake camp too… next time!! Everything runs like clockwork which makes it so relaxing as you don’t need to arrange a thing. We were picked up from Phuket airport in air conditioned taxi van, and driven to EH (about a couple of hours). On arrival you’re allocated a guide (Ing was brilliant!) and they talk you through the agenda of the time you’re there for - when the activities are, timings, when to eat, what to bring etc). The accommodation at main camp is fabulous - hard walled tent essentially - with big fans to keep cool, slept sooo well here with the sounds of the jungle all around. Comfy beds, spacious enough, great shower, hammocks outside. Stunning view of the limestone cliffs in the main communal area. Food was brilliant, something for everyone, and never felt too busy, although there were lots of people. The activities would take me too long to write up - we loved every single one of them (afternoon 1: guided canoe tour and elephant sanctuary; day 2: Khao Sok National Park via longtail Boat - swimming, kayaking, paddleboarding, we saw wild elephant! Just magical; morning 3 jungle trek and lunch in jungle). Teen daughter decided not to do jungle trek - no issue - she slept in instead. Take old trainers for the trek - it is the jungle! So a little challenging in parts (which was great fun!) Transfer out from EH again via air conditioned taxi van, took a couple of hours to get to the port to take us across to Koh Samui for the next part of our trip. Highly recommend Elephant Hills, what a special place and so well run - thank you!!Posted on Google
Michele Parry21 August 2026Absolutely fantastic place, the service was brilliant and the location was just stunning! The tents were luxury and had everything in that you needed. We had a superb stay here and would love to come back one day.Posted on Google
Andy Morton20 August 2026Fantastic 2 night stay with the family. Tents were ace, hearing all the sounds of the jungle at night. The activities were awesome. Seeing plenty of of wildlife in the sanctuary and also out in the wild too. Highly recommend this place, and Tee our guide was amazing too!Posted on Tripadvisor
Tigerlilly119919 August 2026Fantastic experience Wow what an experience, don’t hesitate to book this adventure. We did 2 nights - one at the tented camp, seeing the elephants, river cruise in canoes and another at the lake camp, kayaking, paddle boarding, trekking. It was incredible, our boys 7 and 10 absolutely loved it. Our hardy 7 year old did the 1 hour trek up into the cave and the adults were very impressed with him (it’s a hard climb for a kid!) Loved every minute and it was absolutely fantastic for gluten free, husband had food specifically cooked for him. Guides were brilliant, every part well executed and thought through. Tip, buy the fish food on your way to the lake camp, when the guides buy tickets for the long boat ride. Very special place.Posted on Google
0211 GER-Traveler18 August 2026You have to be aware that you'll be sleeping in a tent, which at most has a fan. It has a built-in, fully equipped bathroom. You also have to keep in mind that, given the jungle location, there are mosquitoes. The food is perfectly fine. The staff are extremely friendly and helpful, and the excursions are highly recommended. It's important to understand that this is truly about the welfare of the elephants, and there are absolutely no ridiculous elephant-touching or elephant-riding excursions like you find in the rest of Thailand! Thank goodness! Here, you can only help prepare for and watch the elephant feeding. We were there with two children, ages five and eight, and were able to get two extra beds in our tent, which was perfectly adequate. The excursions take place in an open, spartan tour bus, which fits the overall concept perfectly. The trip to the large dam and the lunch offered at the Floating Residences, as well as swimming in the lake, are highly recommended. Our tour guide, Tamm, was excellent. Groups are approximately 15 people per excursion. The reviews complaining about the concept clearly didn't understand beforehand that it's not geared towards Instagram fans. If you're looking for a largely authentic experience in Thai nature, one that's also suitable for Central Europeans but not overly luxurious, then this is the perfect place for you. The transfer to the ferry for Koh Samui takes about 2.5 hours by car and is completely straightforward. The camp also offers and organizes this transfer if needed.
(Translated by Google, see original)Posted on Tripadvisor
Charlie C18 August 2026Elephant Hills The Activities were varied and interesting. Our Guide (Tee) was knowledgeable and available throughout. This is 5* camping. Tents, but proper beds with cotton linen, bed side lights, power point for electricals etc. The food available appeared to cater for every possible variant. I do not have a negative to throw in here. A very enjoyable 4 day safari and lake camp.Posted on Tripadvisor
Nicole Strachan16 August 2026Family trip A great experience for the whole family. Just the right amount of activity and relaxation and excellent guidance, service and hospitality from the whole team. Accommodation and transport is all meticulously planned and executed. Tam made an excellent guide and host, nothing was too much trouble. Friendly groups and a beautiful part of Thailand to explore.Posted on Google
Andy Firth14 August 2026Great place to visit.Posted on Tripadvisor
Silver18Sunderland13 August 2026Perfect in every way Highlight of our Thai trip. Perfect experience in every way. Even our hard to please teens enjoyed themselves.Posted on Tripadvisor
ks113 August 2026Trip of a lifetime Amazing 😍 Amazing 😍 We did the 3 night stay in the jungle camp. It was a very hot and humid 3 days, but we thoroughly enjoyed every bit! Food was amazing. Not a huge selection, but the quality was fantastic. Mainly Thai food. I believe there was a children's area with more Western food(pizza and nuggets) . Staff were amazing, so friendly and helpful. Drinks were great too , fairly priced considering you're in the middle of nowhere and a captive audience. You pay at the end of your stay in cash. Trips were fantastic. Please be aware that although it's called Elephant Hills, you do only get one afternoon with the elephants. This was an amazing experience. The next 2 day trips were lakes with water sports, swimming, mangrove paddles etc. The trips are about an hour away from camp, travelling by either air conditioned mini bus or open sided truck. Food at the lakes was also pretty impressive considering they're cooking on a floating pontoon!! Water, tea and coffee supplied on both lake trips. Long boat ride to the floating camp was amazing, we saw a wild elephant bathing. You get the opportunity to stop at 7-11 and the local market. Snacks of popcorn and Thai prawn crackers available late afternoon when you arrive back to camp. We didn't do the jungle trek as we were shattered, and wanted to enjoy the pool, but the people who did do it said it was a great experience. I would love to go back in a few years to do this again! No air con in tents, but good fans are provided. Amazing, peaceful location. Monkeys can be heard in the trees. I could go on for ever about our amazing holiday at Elephant hills❤️Posted on Tripadvisor
Jjbennett7912 August 2026Elephant Hills An amazing experience from start to finish. Trip of a lifetime. Tents were amazing, the guide Ing, was fantastic. So knowledgeable, and kind. The facilities were wonderful, nice to have a dip in the pool at the end of the day. Nice bar. Interesting documentaries to watch each night and the gorgeous Thai dancing from local school kids. The food was exceptional, especially the jungle lunch! The trek was just the right amount of challenge but very doable for adults and kids alike. I wore trek sandals and was fine. The day at the lake was one of the best days of my life and I will always remember swimming in the fresh water, breathtaking and so calm! Thank you elephant hills xPosted on Tripadvisor
Marine150810 August 2026An incredible experience that we highly recommend! We spent 3 days and 2 nights at this camp with our teenagers, ages 13, 13, and 15. It was a fabulous experience during which we were able to interact with captive elephants and also see one in the wild during a boat trip on the lake. We also saw monkeys, snakes, and a scorpion. The food is varied and delicious (there are even chicken nuggets and fries, pizza, and pasta for the pickiest eaters!). The team is very well-organized and professional (we've rarely seen such perfect organization). Everything flows seamlessly, and the activities are a good length. The tents are clean, large, and comfortable, but they are still tents in the jungle (no air conditioning and the possibility of encountering wildlife). A big thank you to our Chief guide, who was fantastic! We highly recommend this camp; the package is a bit pricey, but it's worth every penny! A little tip: the evenings are a bit long, so bring some card games or something similar.
(Translated by Google, see original)Posted on Google
Kato Pieters9 August 2026
We did two nights, one at the base camp and one at the lake camp. Our room at the base camp was quite humid at the time we were there. The night at the lake camp was unforgettable. Beautiful view, nice room. Amazing food at both camps. Nice guide. We only thought it was unfortunate that there wasn’t an alternative for the hard jungle trek for those who can’t participate. Recommended!Posted on Tripadvisor
Pamela M9 August 2026Epic! The most amazing experience. Exceptional organisation, the perfect mix of activities and our brilliant guide Ya Ya was informative and provided care and support to our family. Tents are clean and well equipped, the surroundings are breathtaking and the food was delicious. We would highly recommend.Posted on Google
Peanut4 August 2026What an amazing trip! I made so many unforgettable memories that I’ll cherish forever. I couldn’t recommend booking with them more highly!Posted on Google
Claire Burns3 August 2026If I could give Elephant Hills more than 5 stars, I would! We stayed for 3 nights, and from the moment we were collected at the airport to being dropped off at our next destination, everything was completely seamless. Every member of staff was warm, friendly and genuinely passionate about making our stay unforgettable. The activities were absolutely spot on – the perfect balance of adventure, education and time to relax. Every experience was well organised, fun and informative, and we learnt so much about the elephants and the surrounding rainforest. A huge thank you to our guides, Ing and Owne, who were fantastic. They were knowledgeable, engaging, had a great sense of humour, and clearly loved what they do. They made an already incredible experience even better. The food was exceptional throughout our stay, with plenty of choice and some brilliant cooking demonstrations that were a real highlight. The accommodation was also perfect. It was comfortable, peaceful and, honestly, I haven’t slept that well in ages! We travelled with our two teenage boys, and they absolutely loved every minute. There was more than enough to keep them active and entertained each day, while still giving us time to relax and take in the beautiful surroundings. A special mention to all of our drivers too. As someone who’s not the best passenger, I really appreciated how safe and smooth every journey was. Elephant Hills is truly a once-in-a-lifetime experience and was faultless from start to finish. We can’t recommend it highly enough. If you’re visiting Thailand, this is an absolute must-do.Posted on Tripadvisor
Traveler159038577063 August 2026If I could give Elephant Hills more than 5 stars, I would! If I could give Elephant Hills more than 5 stars, I would! We stayed for 3 nights, and from the moment we were collected at the airport to being dropped off at our next destination, everything was completely seamless. Every member of staff was warm, friendly and genuinely passionate about making our stay unforgettable. The activities were absolutely spot on – the perfect balance of adventure, education and time to relax. Every experience was well organised, fun and informative, and we learnt so much about the elephants and the surrounding rainforest. A huge thank you to our guides, Ing and Owne, who were fantastic. They were knowledgeable, engaging, had a great sense of humour, and clearly loved what they do. They made an already incredible experience even better. The food was exceptional throughout our stay, with plenty of choice and some brilliant cooking demonstrations that were a real highlight. The accommodation was also perfect. It was comfortable, peaceful and, honestly, I haven’t slept that well in ages! We travelled with our two teenage boys, and they absolutely loved every minute. There was more than enough to keep them active and entertained each day, while still giving us time to relax and take in the beautiful surroundings. A special mention to all of our drivers too. As someone who’s not the best passenger, I really appreciated how safe and smooth every journey was. Elephant Hills is truly a once-in-a-lifetime experience and was faultless from start to finish. We can’t recommend it highly enough. If you’re visiting Thailand, this is an absolute must-do.Posted on Tripadvisor
The A3 August 2026Amazing experience Amazing location, wonderful knowledgeable staff, unbelievable organisation for the whole trip. We did the 3 night 4 day stay including kayaking, water boats, hiking, swimming, paddle boarding, the elephant sanctuary, river trips and wildlife spotting. In between all the activities there were always staff around ensuring your trip was unforgettable. High quality food, good cocktail making skills, and the guides were superb. Can’t fault this for a family with teenagers as an unbelievable experience………. Loved every moment of itPosted on Tripadvisor
Sil_M_19782 August 2026We saw and learned so much about the jungle! We stayed 2 nights at Elephant Hills Basecamp and did various activities with an amazing guide who spoke excellent English and knew a lot about the jungle. The tents were very clean. The beds were very comfortable. The food was delicious and there was something for everyone. And the staff were very friendly! Highly recommended if you want to learn more about the jungle in Thailand and truly experience it.
(Translated by Google, see original)Posted on Tripadvisor
Pioneer0242389992031 July 2026Family favourite They take care of everything. The location is stunning. The atmosphere is really friendly. The tents are comfortable with a large fan and the experience is worth giving up air con for the few days. Our Guide was Saow was the best and made the experience for our family. The food was varied and tasty with a good selection for the kids as well.Posted on TripadvisorClare L30 July 2026Incredible experience! Incredible experience. All the guides were so helpful and friendly. We loved the elephant experience and were so happy that it was ethical. We enjoyed preparing the food for the elephants - it was a lot of fun. Food was wonderful. Thank you for sharing the Thai culture - we enjoyed watching the local children dancing. The boat trip on the river was also fantastic - we saw various animals and loved kayaking through the mangroves after lunch on the pontoon. Our visit to the Lake Camp was even more special - stunning scenery and waking to that view in the morning with the gibbon calls in the background was so memorable. Highly recommend this trip!Posted on Tripadvisor
nicola e28 July 2026Awesome experience Bucket list experience The resort is superb. Luxury tents are clean and full of charm The guides are knowledgeable, fun and full of energy This is a full on experience not to be missedPosted on Tripadvisor
suedub27 July 2026Amazing family experience Loved our time at Elephant Hills (family of 5 with kids 9,11,13) on a 3 night/4 day jungle camp stay. Our guide Tam was a font of knowledge and kept us educated on elephants, other local wildlife, as well as Thai customs, fruit and food and all things Elephant Hills… she was amazing. We loved the chance to take time out and enjoy kayaking and swimming as well as the trek and elephant visits… unbelievable memories to share as a family. Elephant hills looked after us from start to finish with collection from internal Flight and dropping us off onto our next adventure in Koh Samui…. The Godoy by all staff was unbelievable …Thanks you all so much !Posted on Google
Howard Justice26 July 2026Not sure how much we paid but the food was good, the activities fun and the facilities were okay. Really like the Thai cooking class at the end of the jungle trek….. the bbq pork was something else!Posted on Google
Mark Howes23 July 2026Had an excellent time at Elephant Hills. The Jungle Camp was great, but the Lake Camp was amazing! Our guide, Yaya, was simply brilliant. I'm sure they are all good, but felt lucky to have Yaya guiding us for 4 days. She was great, friendly and very knowledgeable. Certainly helped make the trip the fantastic experience we had hoped for. Thank you!! 😊Posted on Tripadvisor
Roshan K23 July 2026A once in a lifetime experience! Went as a family of four. Booked through Trailfinders, who organised the whole trip to Thailand. Took care of everything, amazing agents. The tents gave the jungle experience. Had WiFi, electricity and hot running water. No AC though. Food was amazing. They accommodated for all diets. We were Halal and they had halal chicken for us too! Everyone's dietary requirements were met. The whole elephant hills, is beyond words. The area looks surreal. It really is magical. The dining area looks like a picture postcard. Soooo beautiful ❤️ so different to the usual hotel experience. The activities planned for each day are so well thought out. They are planned with consideration. For example, the first day when we arrived, it did not require much effort or energy, as most of us were tired due to flight and travelling. All activities were interactive, engaging and fun. It was a shame there was not much elephant experience. It was a very small part of the 3 days package. The staff in elephant hills are super friendly, respectful and polite. They are always there to help and go above and beyond to make your stay as pleasant as possible. Definitely worth the experience and money spent.Posted on Google
Missy H22 July 2026We're just back from an amazing 2 nights at Elephant Hills and couldn't recommend it enough. The main building and all facilities were lovely and clean as was the accommodation. Our guide was Ing who was so knowledgeable and helpful and always happy to answer any questionswe had. She was also very humorous which was great and made the trips really enjoyable. The activities were really well organised and Ing made sure we all knew the timings etc. Honestly can't speak highly enough of Ing and Elephant Hills as a whole. One of the highlights was seeing a wild Elephant at the Riverside. And the food we had there has been the best we've experienced so far during our Thailand trip. If your going to Thailand its a must do trip!Posted on Google
Paul Barnett22 July 2026Brilliant our guide Yaya was brilliant couldn't do enough for us 10 out of 10Posted on Tripadvisor
Pavan S20 July 2026Amaxing experience Amazing experience with an action packed 2 day trip which our kids ages 5 and 8 loved. The glamping tents were super luxurious and had everyting we needed even though we had the feeling of living in nature. The food was also great considering it was a buffet and had to cater to multiple tastes but the highlight was the activities and the tour guides who were super helpful and informative! highly recommendPosted on Google
André Schüpfer19 July 2026The tour guides are highly professional and truly passionate about what they do. You feel very well taken care of, especially when problems arise, such as with onward travel. Judge for yourself at the end! Many thanks for your time and for the wonderful and friendly tour guides.
(Translated by Google, see original)Posted on Tripadvisor
Lynsey H19 July 2026Don't miss out on this - the most amazing experience! I don't really know where to start with Elephant Hills. What a truely beautiful place and the highlight of our holiday. Family of 4, 2 adults and 2 older teens. We did the 3 day, 2 night stay, one night on the main camp and one on the lake camp. Day one, we arrived after flying into Phuket. It is a few hours drive but in an air conditioned minibus. Arrived to a truely beautiful area. Check in was seemless and very professional and our bags were transferred to our tents. We had lunch and then straight into activities (so make sure you have a few items to hand such as sun cream and bug spray as your bags will be in your rooms before you. They can provide you with water bottles). For us it was a visit to see the Elephants and to prepare them food. The guides are so knowledgable and to see the Elephants in their environment was just wonderful. Then onto kayaking down the Koh Sok river, managed to see some snakes and monkeys. Back to the camp to relax, there is a small swimming pool to cool off in. The rooms were lovely and clean. No air conditioning but plenty of fans. Couldn't ask for anything more. Lots of lovely choice for dinner, cooking shows in the evening, dancers. Day 2 - we had breakfast and then transferred to the Lake Camp by long tail boat. The Lake camp was breathtaking. The floating tents were so beautiful, would be happy to live one one of them for ever! Food was amazing - Beam our guide was just the nicest person and so knowledgable about all the wildlife. We did the trek to the cave and it is not for the faint hearted - it is very steep and uneven and hot but so glad we did it (and take your bug spray). The whole trip was just perfectly organised. Just a stunning stunning place and trip and waking up to the most amazing sounds from birds and animals. Cried when I left, we should have booked for longer!Posted on Tripadvisor
DMA197818 July 2026Absolute must! Elephant hills is an amazing place and probably the highlight of our trip. Travelling with three children (10, 13, 15) we stayed for two nights and from start to finish it was excellent. The team are incredibly organised and made every adventure special. T was our guide and he was brilliant with the kids, incredibly knowledgeable about everything we did and lots of fun. The camp is also very nice and both nights we slept brilliantly with the sounds of the jungle filling the night. It’s also very special waking up and hear the gibbons. The food is camp is really nice and there’s something for everyone.Posted on Tripadvisor
RW2718 July 2026Incredible place, do not miss it! What a place. An epic adventure for our two families with teenagers. One night jungle and one night lake. Didn't want to leave, the activities, the food, the accommodation all top notch. Everything had been thought of and about. Literally couldn't fault a thing. Our guide Tam was lovely and looked after us all throughout. All the animals were spotted. Highlight waking early to the sounds of Gibbons at the lake...Posted on Tripadvisor
David L17 July 2026Amazing jungle adventure experience!! Wow what an amazing few days and experience at Elephant Hills! We arrived after a few days in Bangkok on the 3 night jungle camp package - firstly we could not rate the staff and venue any higher - the standards for food quality and service are impeccable given the location. Everything is catered for - oat milk, gluten free etc - a very well organised team look after you the whole way. The luxury tents weren’t very well appointed with fans (large and powerful - you need it!!), soaps, shower get and shampoo etc - again everything had been thought of. All the activities were well planned and explained before each day - and there was the option to opt out if something didn’t take your fancy - however not sure why you would want to as all the experiences where very memorable - even if a bit daunting! A massive shout out to Tor who was one of the lead guides and our group lead for the trip - so hospitable, friendly and caring to ensure everyone had a memorable and fun experience. As others have said in other reviews, it would have been nice to have another session with the elephants but we had a good few hours with them which was incredible! This was one of the best adventure experiences we’ve had as a family so far … and we would highly recommend you add this to your bucket list!Posted on Tripadvisor
Fiona R15 July 2026Fabulous experience We stayed at elephant hills camp and at the lake camp for one night each. We wish we had stayed longer! It was amazing. The whole experience ran so smoothly and the staff were amazing. Yaya our guide couldn’t have done more and was always on hand to help, answer questions and provide interesting information. She was so patient with our questions and so enthusiastic to share her knowledge of the elephants and rainforest. She positively lit up when we spotted animals in the trees. The tents were very comfortable and had all the facilities you would need. Although hot the fans ment you could sleep. All of the facilities were immaculate.Posted on Tripadvisor
Amelia W13 July 2026Great time! Absolutely amazing experience, meeting elephants, feeding them, serves great food and entertainment, lovely walking trail to the bat cave in khao sokPosted on Tripadvisor
Joanne D9 July 2026Don’t miss out! What an absolutely amazing experience the main camp was beautifully appointed and the tented accommodation was extremely clean. There was a variety of foods which catered to most if not all needs and there was never a shortage. The activities were well organised and the fact that each group had their own guide for the duration was excellent. We were lucky to have Lucky as our guide his knowledge of the wildlife and surroundings was second to none and his command of the English language seemed effortless, so much better than my Thai. What an amazing person he was. The icing on the cake was the overnight stay at the lake camp don’t miss out on this part of the trip. The surroundings again were stunningly beautiful and again the staff, chefs and assistants were attentive to everyone’s needs. Elephant Hills is a wonderful place to visit, it would be an honour to visit again in the future. Well done to all the staff that provide such a wonderful experience.Posted on Google
Joseph Hunt6 July 2026My partner and I have been travelling SE Asia for about 3 months and our 3 days here were the highlight of the trip. The service was above and beyond from start to end and our guide, Kong, was amazing. Would 100% recommend this to anyone looking for a comfortable and beautiful visit to one of Thailand’s national parks.Posted on Google
Natalie Woodward6 July 2026We had an amazing 3 day 2 nights with elephant hills. The luxury tents were amazing, and the food was really good. We loved the elephant experience and Kong our tour guide was so brilliant (very funny and an excellent photographer)! The night on the lake was very cool, we got to swim, kayak and hike in such an amazing scenery!! One of our favourite experiences of our trip!! I have dietary requirements and they were very accommodating with labelled plates of food that I could have!! Would recommend to anyone!!!Posted on TripadvisorEdward s5 July 2026Amazing time Incredible experience, had such a good time and everyone was really friendly, would definitely go again in the future. Let’s give Deen a raise please he’s the goat!Posted on Google
Kathrin Berger-Suter3 July 2026Well organized and beautiful. Activities are very interestingPosted on Google
ella blackwell29 June 2026We have been here on the 2 night 3 day camp and have had so much fun!! As two 20 year old girls we have loved the experience and learning all the local knowledge of Thai our guide ING was very knowledgeable, caring and spoke very good english. The food was amazing and lots of variety I definitely reccomend this to anyone who wants the off the beaten track experience 😁😁Posted on Google
Rob Deegan21 June 2026Amazing experience. Family of 2 adults, 2 teens and an 11 year old. Highlight for us was the river camp. Our guide Sam was exceptional and added to the whole experience. Highly recommended jungle adventure. Would love to go again. Memories foreverPosted on Google
Barry Flinter7 June 2026Excellent experience. Feed and observe elephants. Kayaking down a river with magnificent views. Amazing staff, lots of food variety. And the tents are luxurious and comfortable. Highly recommend.Posted on Google
Stephen Storey3 June 2026A great all round experience. My only criticism would be the food qualityPosted on Google
Rae Roberts3 June 2026The whole experience was amazing! Once in a lifetime and will always recommend to everyone. From. The accommodation to the food to the staff, its was outstanding and perfectly thought out. The scenery was spectacular and tour guide, Cheif, was so helpful and knowledgeablePosted on Google
Can Yarali27 May 2026Our experience at Elephant Hills was truly unforgettable. Staying in the middle of nature, surrounded by the rainforest, felt like something out of a movie. The atmosphere was peaceful, unique, and incredibly well organized from beginning to end. One of the most special parts of the experience was seeing and spending time with the elephants in such a respectful and ethical environment. It was obvious how much care and attention is given to the animals, which made the experience even more meaningful for us. The staff were exceptionally kind, welcoming, and professional throughout our stay. Everything was very well planned, the food was great, and every activity felt exciting while still allowing us to relax and fully enjoy the beauty of nature. The entire experience felt adventurous, luxurious, and authentic at the same time. We left with amazing memories that we will never forget. We would absolutely recommend Elephant Hills to anyone visiting Thailand and looking for a unique jungle experience.Posted on Google
Jake U24 May 2026Exceeded expectations! Was absolutely brilliant. Khao Sok National Park was stunning! Obviously seeing the Elephants was incredible but the jungle trek, the trip the lake and canoeing were also huge highlights. Food was great and well catered for dietary requirements.Posted on Google
Hayden Easter16 May 2026Amazing experience, book it straight away don’t miss out ! its one of the best experiences I had in the jungle 👌🏻 our guide was Sam and he was amazing ! such a knowledgeable guy and helped me find the animals and creatures I wanted to see 🫶🏼Posted on Google
Michael Landkammer-Klein3 May 2026A fantastic facility, truly unique in its own way. The luxury tents are clean and equipped with a shower and toilet. The tours offered are all superbly organized. You learn a great deal about the national park and the lives of the elephants, who are incredibly well cared for here. The animals are free to live their lives as they choose. Riding, touching, or feeding them is not permitted. The food at the camp is plentiful and delicious.
(Translated by Google, see original)Posted on Google
Clare Wallis24 April 2026We had a great 1 night/2 day stay here. The highlight was the 1.5 hour elephant experience. Wish we could have had longer with the elephants. The camp is a 10 min drive from the elephant sanctuary. Impressed with the care the elephants receive. The canoe ride and jungle trek were also good fun. Buffet food was good quality and guides were fabulous.Posted on Facebook
Helen Marshall22 April 2026recommends
We had the best time on the 3 day jungle and lake trip. Elephant Hills have thought of everything to make the trip stress-free but with a full itinerary. Our 2 kids aged 11 & 13 were entertained throughout and the icing on the cake was our guide Tee and the rest of the amazing staff at both camps. The settings and experiences were outstanding. Would definitely recommend this trip of a lifetime! 5 ⭐Posted on Google
Craig Hill22 April 2026World class experience.Posted on Facebook
Karen Barnes18 April 2026we visited Elephant Hills (March 2026). Family of 5 (2 adults & 3 children). They happily accommodated us in 2 tents side by side both at land camp and lake camp. The accommodation was clean, comfortable and spacious. We had a dietary need in our group (GF) and was catered for and at each meal advised what was suitable and also did extra GF desserts. Our guide Kong was amazing. Very friendly, approachable and knowledgeable and you can tell she loves what she does. She got to know everybody's name to add that personal touch. Highly recommend Elephant hills ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Posted on Google
Sean Sargent17 April 2026The most magical four days. Amazing adventures followed by a stay at the Lake Camp. Our guides Beam and Pearl were simply wonderful, ensuring we made the most of the activities and ensuring we were safe and well. We want to do it again!Posted on Facebook
Melissa Winter27 February 2026Absolutely amazing time, our guide was superb, the food was delicious and the elephants and wider scenery was all breathtaking. I would highly recommend.Posted on Facebook
Sarah Socratous24 February 2026We just had the most amazing 3 days at Elephant Hills and I just want to say thank you so much. We had the best time. One night sleeping on the lake where we spent our time kayaking, paddle boarding and seeing all the wildlife. We saw a family of monkeys whilst kayaking and an elephant when we were in the boat over, absolutely amazing. The food is next level and they cater to everyone. The food was probably the best food we had in the whole time we were in Thailand! The staff couldn’t do enough and our guide, Beam, was brilliant. Thank you 🙏Posted on Facebook
Joanne Powell22 February 2026Just had the most amazing weekend at elephant hills! From the second we arrived to the moment we left the staff couldn’t do enough! Our tour guide tee was brilliant! He Remembered our names and faces from our passport copies and never forgot them 👍 he was so attentive and knowledgeable on all tours and activities and he did it all with a smile 😊 the tours and activities were all 💯 and well timed and organised. the experience as a whole was second to none and would recommend to anyone wanting an experience and to make some fantastic memoriesPosted on Facebook
Deanna Wills20 February 2026Myself and my husband had 3 absolutely amazing days here. The staff, the food, the accommodation, the facilities, the surroundings were all outstanding and I still can’t believe we actually stayed here. From the start our tour guide Kong was funny, kind and very informative. We visited the elephants and fed them, watched them play in the water. Went for a kayak down the river Sok, ate loads of amazing fresh food, slept in the most comfortable beds, met great people along the way, walked through the jungle to a bat cave, seen monkeys, swam in the lake and seen a wild elephant taking a bath in the lake on our way out. I could not recommend this place enough.Posted on Facebook
Sharon Forsyth7 February 2026We visited Elephant Hills in Feb 2026, and loved every minute of it!. Staff are fabulous and cannot do enough for you. They all speak good English, and if unsure with any questions they will find out for you. Seeing the elephants was amazing. They are all well looked after and out guide Gift, was more than happy to answer our many questions about the elephants. The activities were brilliant and very well organised. Food is amazing and there is something for everyone. I especially enjoyed the Thai cooking lessons. Would highly recommend anyone to visit Elephant Hills for an outstanding experience. Also seen a wild elephant in the water on 1 of the day trips! Honestly, what an experience! I will talk about elephant Hills forever!.Posted on Facebook
Leanne McDonnell9 January 2026Had the best time , Sam and Echo were our guides and they were exceptional. The trips out were perfect. Food delicious. Of course the highlight being the elephants and was so lovely to see how well they are cared for along with their masoots. Loved it would highly recommendPosted on Facebook
Sue Davis2 December 2025Everything is just so lovely the staff are very friendly and welcoming such a lovely experience the accommodation is first class the food is first class so much to choose from can not fault the place the elephants are very well cared for would of loved to have stayed longer so sad to be going homePosted on Facebook
Stephen John Howes13 November 2025This was by first time in Thailand and part of the reason of going there was to go to Elephant Hills. My youngest daughter went there for part of here honeymoon in 2020 and said I would thoroughly enjoy it. She was not wrong. With every tour excursion is it all down to the leader and in my group Saow was that perfect person, she ticked all the boxes and more besides. Her english was brilliant along with her fantastic sense of humour, personality and she cared for every one in her group. Her organisation skills was second to none. The trip to see the elephants was one of the highlights of the trip and we spend a lot of the time there and Saow made it a point to feed us with lots of information. There was even some Thai school children who entertained us in the evening with there brilliant dancing. The following day we took a long tailed boat to our riverside accommodation in the rain forest which we were not disappointed with. There was activities from swimming, kayaking, paddle boarding and hiking to caves see the creep crawlies (due to my asthma I didn’t do that which I was disappointed at). The catering staff who served us breakfast dinner and tea did an excellent job. But in all this for the group I was in Saow was there to ensure everybody was looked after to here impeccable standard as a brilliant leader she was and is. Thank you Saow and elephant hills doesn’t seem enough - but thank you any was from the bottom of my heart. Steve 11th - 13th November 2025Posted on Facebook
Teresa Dean8 November 2025I have no words for our experience we did 1 night Jungle and 1 night Lake camp. My expectations of this trip went above than ever imagined. I stayed with my husband, 11 year old son and 15 year old daughter. We really didn’t want to leave, as it was just amazing. Our tour guide Lucky was amazing, to say he’d only been in his role for 2 weeks you’d think he’d been doing it years. Start to finish of this whole experience was 5 star 🌟Posted on Facebook
FarSouth Travel5 November 2025We visited Elephant Hills in October 2025 with a family 6 ranging in age from 9 to 49 years. The staff were friendly and attentive throughout our stay, the food was amazing and the activities created memories for life. I would highly recommend Elephant Hills to anyone wishing to come to Thailand and immerse themselves in the jungle and all it has to offer. A truly beautiful place.Posted on Facebook
Hayley Moore19 October 2025Just driving away from a fantastic 1 night stay at the fabulous resort in Khao Sok. The staff are brilliant, cannot do enough for you. The food is varied and has a great combination of local foods. Cannot recommend highly enough. A big thanks to our guides, Sam and Tee.Posted on Facebook
Silja Dalby19 September 2025We just stayed at Elephant Hills at the elephant camp for 4 days (3 nights) jungle trip. We were 4 people; a couple in our 30’s and mom and grandma at the age of 58 and 82 years old. My grandma could do the entire thing except for the trekking at which she stayed home and enjoyed the pool and lunch at the camp. We all loved our stay and our amazing guide Tam (she is the best so cross your fingers to get her!!!) Good food which varies each day, comfortable tents although extremely hard beds (but we found all beds in Thailand hard as rocks), amazing nature and transportationPosted on Facebook
Amy Foster27 August 2025We recently stayed at Elephant Hills, we are a family of four with two children aged 8 and 5. The accommodation was lovely, we enjoyed staying in our luxury tent surrounded by the beautiful rainforest. The activities were really well organised and the staff were amazing, very knowledgeable and brilliant with the children. The visit to see the elephants was the highlight for us, a once in a lifetime experience. We would highly recommend staying at Elephant Hills.Posted on Facebook
Jan Bridges21 July 2025For tented accommodation it lives up to the luxury label. Beautiful tranquil camp with the elephants and local human community at the heart of what they do.Posted on Facebook
Emma Irving12 April 2025Fantastic experience of a lifetime. From seeing and feeding the elephants, to canoeing down the river, swimming in the lake, fabulous food, friendly staff. Tents are comfortable and spacious. Guides are fabulous, helpful and even remember their groups names. Our guide, Gift, couldn’t do enough for us. Our trainee guide, Kungfu was also super helpful. Highly recommend 🤩⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️Posted on Facebook
Katy Cox6 February 2025Incredible from start to finish. What an utter joy. I can't recommend elephant hills enough. The food was truly amazing . The experiences breathtaking . They have thought about absolutely everything. Staff are attentive and helpful. We didn't want to leave. We have some amazing memories that I will cherish forever . Kong our guide was fun, informative and attentive . Please don't think about it ! Just book now x you won't regret it.Posted on Facebook
Dawn Walker6 February 2025A truly magical experience. We did 1 night at elephant camp and 1 night at Lake camp. Both were amazing. Comfortable beds in luxury tents , amazing time with the elephants , what a privilege to prepare food for them and feed them. The lake camp was also incredible , the scenery is amazing and the jungle trek was great. Our guide Deen was brilliant, fun, knowledgeable and really communicative. We had a fantastic time and would highly recommendPosted on Facebook
Flavia Laubscher-Antonelli20 November 2024Had an incredible three days in Khao Sok National Park. Elephant Hills can be 100% recommended!
(Translated by Google, see original)Posted on Facebook
Clare Mabe13 November 2024Spent 2 nights, 1 night in each camp, was the highlight of our trip to Thailand, Fantastic staff who all work so hard, stunning scenery, brilliant food and of course goes without saying the elephants are so well taken care of. loved the treck to see bat cave, although was hard going at times due to the humidity, but totally worth it. Didn't want to leave ❤️❤️Posted on Facebook
Jo-anne Amos24 October 2024amazing experiance as well as being very well looked after. well done to the resort and staffPosted on Facebook
Tomek Glowacki11 October 2024We had an amazing 3-day stay at Elephant Hills, and it was perfectly organized with fantastic activities for both kids and adults. Our guide, Yaya, was incredibly knowledgeable and had a great sense of humor, making the experience even more enjoyable. Everything from the accommodations to the excursions was well thought out and ran smoothly. We highly recommend Elephant Hills for anyone looking for an unforgettable adventure in nature!Posted on Facebook
Sharlene Bowes25 July 2024We had 2 weeks in Thailand and haft way through our holiday we did 2 nights here the experience was amazing with lots of activities to do kong was our tour lady she was amazing staff very helpful and very organised would definitely recommendPosted on Facebook
JC Btown23 July 2024Our stay at Elephant Hills Chiang Mai was the highlight of a wonderful trip to Thailand. Everything was spot on - beautiful location, time every day with the elephants (great fun feeding them while all of the time respecting their space), super tented accommodation (well equipped and very clean - good sized comfortable beds, air conditioning and more), good food, a balance of activities and relaxing down time and most of all a great team on hand looking after us throughout - our guide for our stay, Love, was the star - really knowledgeable, great English, and super enthusiastic, going beyond the call of duty, while finding it highly amusing, saving us from a (baby) snake which came to say hello one evening! (Love, I hope the recording you took continues to provide some entertainment 🙂)Posted on Facebook
Kirsty Hughes14 March 2024So glad we booked a stay for a few days at Elephant Hills, Khao Lak - it has been fantastic from start to finish! Highly recommend this! The facilities, environment, food and staff have all been amazing. Our guide was Pond and she was such a welcoming, friendly, informative and helpful guide!Posted on Facebook
Deborah Powell11 November 2023Absolutely everything about this experience, we had a fantastic time here. It’s none stop activities and we’ve visited some amazing placesPosted on Facebook
Hollie Beth1 June 2023Amazing few days at Elephant Hills🐘 Me and my partner loved our stay❤️ The activities were so much fun and we experience so much😀 Unforgettable memories have been made❤️❤️Posted on Facebook
Zoe Parker10 March 2023My wife and I cannot rate this place highly enough. Everything was absolutely perfect. The Elephant experience, trips, rooms, efficiency of the transfers, and especially Tam our guide were brilliant. It's an adventure we will never forget.Posted on Facebook
Rebecca Robinson10 March 2023A fabulous experience all round. The elephants were the star of the show, beaten only by the friendliness of the Elephant Hills team. An unforgettable experience. Highly recommended. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️🐘🥰
