To experience the beauty and culture of Thailand, a visit to the Sanctuary of Truth and the Elephant Jungle Sanctuary Pattaya is a must for anyone traveling to the Pattaya area. The Sanctuary of Truth is a magnificent wooden temple that features intricate carvings and traditional Thai architecture, showcasing the country’s rich heritage. Meanwhile, the Elephant Jungle Sanctuary Pattaya provides a unique opportunity to interact with these majestic creatures up close while also learning about their conservation and care. Both of these attractions offer unforgettable experiences that are sure to leave a lasting impression on visitors.
Destination
Pattaya
Start City
Laem Chabang
End City
Laem Chabang
Tour Type
Private Tour
Period
Day Tour
Depart
mtwthfsasu
Condition
Easy Moderate Strenuous
The Sanctuary of the Truth + Elephant Jungle Sanctuary Pattaya
Itinerary
08:00 hrs.
Pick-up from Laem Chabang Port - Transfer to Pattaya City (40 Minutes drive)
Visit The Sanctuary of Truth (Prasat Satchatham)
The Sanctuary of Truth (Prasat Satchatham)The Sanctuary of Truth is a gigantic wooden construction which covers the area of more than two rais. The top point of the building is about 105 meters high. It was constructed to withstand the wind and sunshine on the seashore at Rachvate Cape.
The building was constructed according to ancient Thai ingenuity and every square inch of the building is covered with wooden carve sculpture. The purposes of decoration with wooden carve sculptures are to use art and culture as the reflection of Ancient Vision of Earth, Ancient Knowledge, and Eastern Philosophy. With in this complex, visitors will understand Ancient Life, Human Responsibility, Basic Thought, Cycle of living, Life Relationship with Universe and Common Goal of Life toward Utopia.
Visit Elephant Jungle Sanctuary Pattaya [Pattaya Afternoon Visit]
A half-day package to the Elephant Jungle Sanctuary offers visitors an enjoyable opportunity to spend quality time with elephants in their natural home, as well as gain an insight into their history and behavior, and create cherished lifelong memories of their time spent with these amazing animals.
Visitors to the Sanctuary will also be privileged enough to meet and interact with members of the Karen tribe, and witness stunning views of the surrounding jungle, mountains and beach – All while interacting personally with friendly, happy elephants in a safe and sustainable environment.
ITINERARY
12.30 AM -13.00 PM : Pick up from your hotel or accommodation in Pattaya city.
13.00 PM : Drive approximately 1 hour ) southeast of Pattaya City to Pong District.
13.30-14.00 PM : Arrive at Elephant Jungle Sanctuary Pattaya. Enjoy a welcome snack, sip tea or coffee, and learn about elephants as you are given an introduction to our program. Change into traditional Karen clothing and assist with the preparation of natural dietary supplements for the elephants.
14.00 PM : Meet the elephants. Feed them and administer dietary supplements as you learn their stories. Play, interact, and take photos with the elephants in a natural setting.
14.45 PM : Mud spa with the elephants.
15.15 PM : Join the elephants in our specially constructed outdoor ‘Elephant Shower Room’ and cool down as you bathe them.
15.45 PM : Use our facilities to take a (regular) shower, dry off, and change clothes.
16:00 PM : Eat a lunch of traditional Thai food, freshly cooked Pad Thai, and seasonal fruit, before saying goodbye to the friendly elephants and Learn how to make Elephant poop paper.
16.30 PM : Leave the Elephant Jungle Sanctuary and drive for approximately 1 hour back through spectacular island scenery.