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• We had a great time with...

  ShihRey M,,2 thg 12, 2025

  - Đánh giá từ Viator

  5.00

  We had a great time with our guide Mr. Bunhak and Mr. Kai. This is a private tour so it was only me and my husband in the group. Mr. Bunhak was great at giving us info about the different locations, taking pictures, and fielding our questions about the history and culture of Cambodia and the Siem Reap area. There are only a limited amount of people allowed at the Kulen Elephant sanctuary so I would book when and if you are able. The small groups of 8 or so at the sanctuary are to provide a comfortable space for the elephants. There are about 10 elephants the sanctuary at the moment where all but one are female. You do not get to see all the elephants but the couple or so you do get to hangout are special and have their own personality. The time to see the elephants and interact with them were around 1-2p and was about 3hrs or so. Since my husband and I attended the morning session of this tour we first went to the Kompong Phluk to see the stilted houses. We were able to opt for a lovely canoe ride under the mangrove trees nearby. Then we went to eat lunch which was local cuisine and finally we went to the Kulen Elephant Sanctuary. At Kulen Elephant Forest were were informed about the history of Kulen Elephant Forest and community nearby. Our Kulen Elephant guide Tom was great and fielding our questions about elephants and providing his own knowledge from working with the elephants for over 5 years. We were tasked to make snacks for the elephants and then were able to feed the snacks to the elephants. We were able to stand close by to the elephants to take a few photos then we walked with them at a distance throughout their sanctuary. They would play in their pools and get their own snacks from the forest. The elephants that come here are retired from a harsh life from previous treatment as hauling elephants. This reminded me a bit of Paddington 2 where there is a retirement home for elder bears. The two female elephants we walked with have a personality of they're own and were great to observe. From what I could sense and learned about the sanctuary I felt it was humane. The elephants have keepers at night to ensure that they don't damage neighboring fields and property (or eat crops), and to prevent any infighting between the females over food. Since there are only a couple tours per day and a limited amount of visitors so the elephants are not overwhelmed they get to spend the rest of their time as they pleased. Our pair of elephants had a great time splashing and cooling down in their pool and expressed how happy and excited they were in their body language. I could not think of a finer way to retire than grazing all day and playing in the water. There are roughly only about 400-600 Asian elephants in Cambodia. Knowing this fact, I respect the effort that this sanctuary is trying to provide a space for the elephants. The day was about 8am - 5pm. We had another tour close to the ending time and not only Tom and the sanctuary but our guide Bunhak and driver Mr. Kai were so helpful and accommodated this time crunch. I do feel the price was a bit steep but when we learned that the elephants eat about 350kg each day I slightly understood why it was a bit costly. However, we had a great time with Mr. Bunhak, Mr. Kai, Tom, and the Kulen Elephant Forest and are grateful for the memories we get to have of our once in a lifetime experience with the retired elephants.

• Incredible opportunity to see the elephants in a natural environment!

  Miche NYC,,28 thg 11, 2025

  - Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor

  5.00

  Our guide, Borey, was fantastic! He shared so much of the history of the area in a fun, storytelling way. He also likes to laugh and dance! We really enjoyed the elephant forest. What an incredible place! They care so much for the elephants and allow them to roam freely. The experience is driven by them — as they move around you follow. It’s possible to feed them (after you make the snack for them), touch them, and even give them a little smooch! They are very gentle. Lunch after was delicious. We also saw the floating village. Great way to understand a whole different way of living. The boat ride is very nice and offers a perspective you would never see otherwise. The guide also ensured we were not taken advantage of with souvenirs and such. He and the driver provided waters at each stop. Clean bathrooms available as well.

• an INCREDIBLE experience!!

  623lacey,,28 thg 11, 2025

  - Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor

  5.00

  what an INCREDIBLE tour!!! we had such a wonderful time seeing the elephants and exploring the floating village! the tour was so well planned and everyone was so nice and knowledgeable! and our guide, borey, was the BEST!! he was so funny and patient and shared such interesting facts and tidbits along the way- we loved every minute of our experience!!

• Unforgettable day :)

  U6203CZrachels,,27 thg 11, 2025

  - Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor

  5.00

  Our guide for the private tour today was Bunhak . He was very knowledgeable about all elements of our day, the elephants, the floating village and Cambodia more generally, Bunhak was able to answer every question we had. Simply excellent tour of Kulen elephant forest, an ethical home for retired elephants that were sadly previously used to work and carry tourists. The tour was extremely well organised and the Elephants were just spectacular! You get to feed them and be safely close to them, then walk with them in their natural environment, I could have watched them forever, it was a tour I will never forget. The lunch and environment provided was also great. The second part of the day was a visit to Tonle Sap lake, and specifically the “floating village” of Kompong Phluk. What an amazing place, a great opportunity to see people living their lives in a completely different environment. School, hospital, police station as well as many, many houses all built on stilts over the lake. We also took a rowing boat ride with one of the local women in the “flooded forest”, a truly wonderful experience. As with everywhere else we’ve been in Cambodia the people were so welcoming, full of smiles. To see the children enjoying themselves (without the tiresome lure of mobile phones) was as refreshing as it was touching. Highly recommended.

  

  

  

  

  

  

• Highlight of our trip

  Anna W,,21 thg 11, 2025

  - Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor

  5.00

  Amazing trip. A real highlight of our holiday. The elephants were kept in a beautiful sanctuary and the elephant keepers clearly cared so much about their welfare. We learned a lot and the tour was very elephant led but we were still able to get up close and feed and wash them. Definitely recommend. We finished our tour with a trip to the lake and floating village to watch a beautiful sunset which was a lovely way to end the day and so peaceful. Our driver and guide Bunhak were fantastic and really made the day special

  

  

• A must do experience

  michellegC55CY,,17 thg 11, 2025

  - Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor

  5.00

  Seeing and feeding the elephants up close was a highlight of my SE Asia trip! The elephants are well cared for - the staff makes sure they aren't stressed by the visitors and that the visitors are also safe walking near them. The visit to Tonle Sap was also a treat - seeing the floating villages and a sunset over the lake was magical.

  

  

• Brilliant day

  Robprud,,4 thg 11, 2025

  - Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor

  5.00

  This is a brilliant private tour. Seila the guide is very informative, helpful and witty. Nol our driver was very courteous. We booked the early tour and were taken to Tonle Sap and spent time on the lake and the additional trip of canoeing through the mangrove trees. We stooped for lunch at Steong Trorcheak, an excellent restaurant which we wouldn’t have visited as it was off the beaten track. We then made our way to the elephants. Kia the guide was funny and informative. You start by mixing some food then feed the elephants. Before going for a walk. We finished with a picnic of local food before washing the elephants. One of the best holiday experiences I’ve had.

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

• Very impressive

  430clemensb,,7 thg 10, 2025

  - Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor

  5.00

  10 cows, 1 bull, about 25 carers and if you are led with a small group A great experience. The story of elephants, which just 1,000 years ago had an important role in connection with Ankor Wat, is also super exciting. So 100% recommended.

  

• Two Activity Day - Excellent

  June G,,17 thg 9, 2025

  - Đánh giá từ Viator

  5.00

  Time with the elephants in the forest sanctuary was an incredible experience. We prepared their food, fed them, walked with them and watched them frolic in the water--such gentle giants. And the staff prepared for us a wonderful lunch. The afternoon on the lake was also really interesting. We observed the stilt houses, the markets and visited a unique pagoda, where my guide helped me understand some history of Buddhism. He was excellent and very accomodating. All in all, a day with many memories

  

  

• Great tour

  286simonen,,19 thg 8, 2025

  - Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor

  5.00

  Amazing tour, the experience at tonle sap lake, floating village and elephant forest is great. Bun is a great guide. We enjoyed every moment.

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