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Phuket Highlight Tour Big Buddha Temple and Elephant Sanctuary
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
Overview
- ✓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.
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.
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.
Travel Insurance for Thailand
SafetyWing covers medical expenses, trip cancellation, and adventure activities. Plans from $1.5/day.
What’s Included
- ✓Hotel Transfer
- ✓Eco Guide at Ethical Elephant Sanctuary
- ✓Visit Ethical Elephant Sanctuary
What’s NOT Included
- ✗Food
- ✗Personal Expenses
What to Bring
- •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 - https://www.viator.com/tours/Phuket/Phuket-Private-Car-or-Minibus-Rental-with-Driver/d349-231052P24?mcid=56757
Meeting and Pickup
🚐Hotel pickup included
557 pickup locations available — or request your own hotel
Pickup starts 10 min before departure
• You can also get picked up from anywhere in Phuket. • Please plan to meet your driver at your hotel lobby at least 10 minutes prior to the scheduled pick-up time • If you arrive more than 10 minutes late or after we have moved from your hotel, you may be considered a no-shows
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