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We had an amazing morning at the elephant sanctuary and would definitely recommend it. We did the early morning tour and it was just the four of us, which made the whole experience feel really relaxed and personal. Apparently, the earlier session is usually less busy, so it’s worth considering if you want a quieter experience. Feeding the elephants was probably the first highlight. We got to prepare their supplements and then feed them fruit, and it was amazing being able to get so close to them. Then the best bit was when we joined them in the pool to shower and bathe them, which was actually really fun and definitely something we won’t forget. It was also really nice seeing the elephants playing and walking around in open spaces. We’ve seen some of the conditions other, non-rescued elephants are kept in around Koh Samui and in other countries, and some were pretty awful, so it was good to see these elephants with much more space and being well cared for. The guides were really funny, friendly and just great to be around. They explained everything really well despite there being a bit of a language barrier. We also had photos taken throughout the experience and ended up buying some because they came out really well - definitely worth getting them! A few tips: they provide a locker for your belongings, and we found water shoes really useful for the freshwater bath. Other than that, all you really need is yourself and a change of clothes. They provide showers, clean towels, drinks and pretty much everything else you need.