Private Tour | Kui Buri elephant safari | half day
Kui Buri National Park is known to be the best place in Thailand to spot elephants and relatively good chance to spot gaurs, and that sometimes in big herds. Gaurs are the biggest cattle species and the fourth biggest land-mammal species in the world. Other possible sightings during the tours include sambar deer, banteng and wild boar.
What?
Due to strict regulations this half-day wildlife safari tour doesn't include any hiking activities apart from leaving the vehicle for short walks to viewing areas, we will only be allowed to do safari driving. During our tour we scan the forest edges on grassland areas known to be prime elephant habitat in hope to see mainly elephants and/or gaurs.
Tour itinerary
From 2:30 pm till 5:30 to 6 pm
Wildlife tours in Kui Buri National Park are strictly regulated and limited to certain hours. After a mandatory registration we will get assigned an open-air vehicle with driver and an assistant. The tour will begin by driving slowly into the reserve on the main dirt road north heading to the main grassland areas. While driving slowly, we will search for any wildlife including birds or any other smaller/bigger animals.
Our first stop will be a viewing area where we leave the vehicle in hope to spot wildlife, mainly elephants. We will later on continue to the next viewing area at the end of the road, best known for spotting gaurs, but also elephants and sometimes bantengs.
During the tour, your guide will give you information about the habitat, wildlife and history of the park.
The type of assigned vehicle is an open-air pick-up truck driven by locals. It is the Kui Buri National Park's policy to let locals do the driving, a policy that showed to be a success in reducing the poaching in the park.
Where & When?
Kui Buri National Park lies about 1.5 hours driving distance from Hua Hin and nearly 4 hours from Bangkok. We can offer private transfers from Bangkok, Hua Hin or other destinations. The park is open all year round.
Tour details in short:
- Duration: half day
- Type: Private tour
- Price: 1,050 to 3,500 Baht per person
- Group size: 1 or more people
- Grade: Easy
- Transport: Safari vehicle
- Start: 2:30 pm
- End: 5-30 - 6 pm (depending on time for sunset)
What to bring:
- Rain clothing
- Insect repellent
- Sunblock lotion
- Hat or cap
How much?
Our half-day safaris are private tours. You'll be accompanied by an English speaking licensed guide and no other people will join you; the best way to explore Kui Buri Wildlife Watching area!
| Pax | Rate per person |
|---|---|
| 1 | 3,500 THB |
| 2 | 2,000 THB |
| 3 | 1,600 THB |
| 4 | 1,300 THB |
| 5 | 1,200 THB |
| 6 | 1,150 THB |
Tour rates include:
- Entrance fees
- English speaking guide
- Drinking water
Reviews from our guests
By: Emily Gracey | posted Sat 7 Feb, 2026
We loved our tour, and our guide was really knowledgeable. We only saw one elephant but saw so many more species along the way. Would highly recommend.
By: Alison Thompson | posted Wed 4 Feb, 2026
We had a great day. We saw an adult male elephant at our first stop and then nothing for a while. We saw gaur, monkeys and a barking deer. We thought we were not goi g to see any more but towards the end we saw a family of elephants with a tiny baby. Our guide Song( not sure of the spelling sorry) was really helpful and gave us a lot of information l. We had a wonderful trip
By: Daniel Wehrli | posted Mon 2 Feb, 2026
Very good tour (including transfer from and to Hua Hin). Long time we saw no elephants but Som convinced us to be patient. Then a lot of elephants at two spots and a lot of birds and gaurs. Thank you, Som, for this memorable tour.
By: elodie segura | posted Mon 26 Jan, 2026
We enjoyed the tour, and we saw several elephants and many birds. The driver and guides were very professional. Highly recommended to enjoy the nature
By: Felix | posted Tue 20 Jan, 2026
Our safari in Kui Buri National Park felt like a true wildlife adventure. Far from the usual tourist routes, this park offers an authentic chance to witness Asian elephants in their natural habotat: wild, free, and undisturbed. The open savanna landscapes, the quiet drive in the 4x4, and the anticipation at each viewpoint made the experience incredibly special.
We were lucky enough to see elephants of all ages, grazing herds in the distance, majestic gaurs, and vibrant birdlife: all in a calm, uncrowded atmosphere that felt genuinely respectful of nature.
Our guide Som elevated the safari even further. With her warm personality, deep local roots, and fascinating stories about the land, people and its wildlife, she brought the park to life. Her knowledge and passion turned the safari into an unforgettable journe. This is not just a tour, this is a true connection to Kui Buri and its wild spirit.
> Tour operator's response
Thank you very much for your nice review. We're glad to hear you had a great experience.
By: Fredrik Bergman | posted Sun 18 Jan, 2026
The ONLY way to enjoy Thailands elephants in an ethical way, I encourage everyone to chip in to help preserve their rich nature and wildlife! Flexible, service minded and respectful on all levels!
By: Diana Elmore | posted Sat 17 Jan, 2026
Really great tour with helpful knowledgeable guide
By: marie nielsen | posted Fri 16 Jan, 2026
Unforgettable experience. The team is very professional.
By: blu | posted Fri 16 Jan, 2026
Very nice tour. Perfect guide give a lot and very good Information! First Elephants seen in Wildlife. Cool
By: Vincent Everts | posted Tue 4 Nov, 2025
I had a great tour in the beautiful park. The guide Som was very friendly and she knew a lot. Not only about elephants but also about the gaurs and birds. I was partcularly interested in the gaurs and we have seen many! It was just super to see these magnificient animals in their natural surrounding. Unfortunately it was raining all the time, but the beautiful animals we were able to see made the trip unforgettable!
> Tour operator's response
We're glad to hear that despite the weather you still had a great trip.
Thank you for booking with us!
