Phuket Classic Tour and Travels

Feeding the elephants was an unforgettable experience. Being able to get so close, hand them food, and see their personalities up close was both fun and surprisingly peaceful. The staff clearly care deeply about the elephants, and the whole experience felt respectful and well-run. But the real standout of the day was the Thai cooking class. Chef Jimmy was absolutely fantastic, friendly, funny, and incredibly knowledgeable. He explained everything in a way that made it easy to follow, even for beginners, and you could tell he was genuinely passionate about sharing authentic Thai food. What made it even more special was that the recipes he taught had elements from his hometown, which gave the class a really personal and authentic touch. We cooked Thai green curry, Tom yum goong, and Pad thai, and every dish turned out amazing. Chef Jimmy walked us through each step, explained the ingredients, and shared little tips you’d never get from a cookbook. The green curry had incredible depth of flavour, the tom yum goong was fresh and perfectly balanced, and the Pad thai tasted better than many restaurants we’ve tried. It didn’t feel rushed at all, it was relaxed, interactive, and a lot of fun. By the end, we not only had a delicious meal but also felt confident we could recreate everything at home. If you’re visiting Bukit Elephant Park, the cooking class is an absolute must-do. A perfect mix of culture, fun, and seriously good food. Highly recommended!

From the very beginning, everything felt warm, welcoming, and well organized. Jimmy and his entire crew were absolutely amazing, incredibly kind, attentive, and genuinely passionate about what they do. They created an atmosphere in which we immediately felt comfortable. The cooking class itself was not only fun but also very informative. The instructions were clear, hands-on, and engaging, and the food we prepared was delicious. It was a great way to learn more about Thai cuisine while enjoying a relaxed and friendly environment. What made the experience even more special was the ethical approach to the elephants. It was clear that their well-being comes first, and they are treated with respect and care. Knowing that the animals are handled responsibly added a lot to the overall positive feeling of the day. Feeding them with bananas was fun! I can highly recommend this experience to anyone looking for an authentic, enjoyable, and ethically responsible activity in Thailand. Thank you so much! 🥰

We loved the dishes and totally recommend the Bukit Thai cooking class. The whole location was very beautiful and the elephants looks very happy. Their are many rules how to interact with the elephant while feeding them with their bananas. So you can see that the Bukit is very ethical and good to the elephants.

I got to feed the elephants (who were rescued from trafficking and abuse) and then I participated in a cooking class led by Jimmy. I was alone during the class, but I had a fantastic time. Jimmy was very professional and also very funny. I highly recommend this activity!

The atmosphere was relaxed and pleasant; it was a truly wonderful experience. He explained each ingredient and showed us how to properly prepare the dish. We cooked three delicious dishes during the course, all ready to eat immediately. I highly recommend it!

My partner and I booked last minute, ended up being the only two in the class, and had the best time! Jimmy is an incredible chef; he was great with his instructions and helped us through it. The recipes were great and I can’t wait to make them at home. I also loved that we still got to see and feed the elephants. Would 100% go again!

You learn how to make pad Thai, green curry, and tom yum soup. You also feed bananas to elephants for 5 minutes before.

Jimmy and Jenny were beautiful souls. So funny and caring! We had honestly such a great time. Attending this cooking class will be an unforgettable experience 🫶🏻 the atmosphere is great, the place where the cooking class takes place is open, modern and with a great view. Additionally, the expertise of the cook was impressive. We learned a lot about the ingredients and the way of use and effect on health and body. Thanks again Jimmy!

At this perfect location the staff will guide you through some great recipes. The main cook is experienced, funny and observing. Highly recommend this cooking class.

We had such a fun time and the cooking instructor was definitely one of the coolest people we have met so far :) we would definitely recommend this place❤️ you get to cook 3 meals, eat it in the end and enjoy a beautiful view across the dam ☺️🫶🏻🫶🏻🫶🏻

Made 3 different meals guided by a really fun team. Also learned a lot about the ingredients and history of the meals

At the class is very beautiful view and can see dam and can see a little bit far city. Before cooking can feed and take pictures with elephants so cute. Welcome drink nice. After finish class got souvenir as well 🥰

We had an incredible experience with Chef Jimmy! He is not only a fantastic chef but also a wonderful teacher, sharing his extensive knowledge and passion for traditional Thai cuisine. Thanks to Jimmy, we now feel confident preparing authentic Thai dishes at home. He truly made our day unforgettable. If you find yourself in the area, this is an absolute must-do! Don’t miss the chance to learn from Jimmy—you won’t regret it!

We had the best time at the elephant park in Phuket, all the staff were lovely. We fed the elephants and walked with them around the park where they stay. The lady who did the tour clearly cared about the elephants a lot and told us everything about them. We also got free coffee. After seeing the elephants we did the Thai cooking class, jimmy showed us what to do, he really went above and beyond to make our experience great. Also the lady and young boy who was new were really proactive and friendly. We would definitely recommend coming here to anyone visiting Phuket. Thankyou for a great day :)

We had a wonderful experience at Bukit Elephants and truly enjoyed every moment. The atmosphere was warm and welcoming, and everything was very well organized. Our guide was an amazing lady, extremely knowledgeable, passionate, and genuinely caring. You could really feel her love for what she does, which made the experience even more special. We chose the half-day program, and I highly recommend it to everyone. It was the perfect balance of activities and relaxation. The cooking class was a lovely surprise, and the dinner they offered afterward was incredibly generous and absolutely delicious. Overall, a beautiful, authentic experience that we will remember for a long time. Highly recommended!