Ayutthaya
Elephant Village
Overview
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Ayutthaya Elephant Village and Floating Market is located in the town of Ayutthaya. Found in a rather dingy and rundown area, there are stalls with sheep, elephant stables and Thai food stalls. The entire area is ill-kept and poorly managed. Further into the so-called village are the tigers. The tigers are kept in completely enclosed concrete cages. Permission to enter was only granted after a fee to have a photo.
Between visits, there is a discrepancy with the number of tigers residing in the facility.
Interactions
Tiger-tourist interactions often involve unnatural behaviors and environments that can lead to welfare issues. If you're looking for ethical and welfare-friendly tiger experiences, avoid places offering interactions.
Welfare Indicators
Nutrition
Clean water provided
Limited diet
Physical Environment
Clean environment
Small cage
Concrete floor
No pond or vegetation
No access to sunlight
Housed separately
Health
No declawing
Good body condition
Signs of pain
Behavioural Interactions
Caring staff
No enrichment
No privacy
Lacks complexity
Unable to explore
Mental State
Relaxed
Sociable
Aggressive
Tense
Apathetic
What we are doing to help
At this time we are raising awareness for the situation of the captive tigers in Thailand through education of the public and through a number of different petitions.
Head to our Petition zone to see how you can help.