Wild elephants used to roam freely on Phuket Island, but as rubber plantations and tin mining changed the natural environment, the wild elephants slowly disappeared. This excursion starts with a drive to a rubber plantation and elephant camp to learn about elephant conservation and the role of mahouts. Observe traditional training methods and enjoy a baby elephant show before having the opportunity to ride one of these hulking beasts for a short ride through the plantation and beautiful countryside. Enjoy a demonstration of "rubber-tapping" where the sap is extracted from rubber trees in its natural form.

After leaving the elephant camp, a photo stop is made at the ornate Wat Chalong, the largest of the 29 Buddhist temples located in Phuket. Before returning to the ship, visit a cashew nut factory to see how delectable cashew nut products are made, including salty snacks and delightful sweets.