Sanctuary for tired, injured, abandoned etc elephants. Most emphatically not a commercial operation, although they obviously sell rides, souvenirs etc, and this was where I chose to spend some baht (plus a donation to keep the place running - 500 baht goes a long way in Thailand). This is not just something for tourists to see - places like this... More

we visited the sanctuary as we wanted to support the work of the foundation,and to see the lovely elephants that have been saved from previous horrendous treatment and abuse.we were encouraged by some taxi drivers to go to another elephant place that also had crocodiles putting on a show and the elephants being made to do things just for the... More

I've been to a number of Elephant refuges, attractions both here and in Africa. After reading previous reviews on this place, I was keen to check it out! Well first impressions last, and this place did not let me down. The ability to get hands on and discuss elephant issues with the volunteers was great. Jo was quick to show... More

While in Thailand we were interested in elephants and exploring something off the beaten path, well the Hutsadin Elephant Foundation met both of these criteria. We traveled by Bangkok to the foundation and were struck immediately by how unassuming and tranquil it was. The staff were friendly but not pushy and while they appreciate tourist support this did not feel... More

The girls in Tourist information office informed us that this was the best place to see and ride elephants, A nice taxi driver took us there for 300 baht, return (he stayed there whilst we had our visit). We opted for the 1 hour ride, which was interesting. The elephant kept stopping to eat juicy leaves along the way, and... More

We visited here on the recommendation of the girls in the tourist information center. Our taxi driver tried to persuade us to visit a more commercial place also near by but we stuck to our original choice and was very pleased that we did! The visit was so much more personal, having enjoyed an hours ride on one of the... More

We had a wonderful couple of hours at this sanctuary, it's not glamorous or modern just genuine place where the rescued elephants are well looked after. We took an elephant for a walk, fed her, washed her and chatted to the guide who told us all about her and what she likes. You really got to interact with the animals... More

After reading through ALOT of reviews trying to decide where was best to see elephants in the Hua Hin area we decided the Hutsadin Foundation sounded like the best in terms of treatment of the elephants. Overall it was a fairly pleasant experience. It was a little awkward on arrival and we were the only tourists there at first- when... More

A must see if your in the Hua Hin area. Lots of energy needed, much better i guess in the raining season which is why we will go back to see it again. Use some insect repellent as you may get bitten a few times.