This delightful baby elephant displayed its joy for bath time by enthusiastically playing and splashing in the water. Initially a bit hesitant, Fah Sai playfully kicked at the water at the Elephant Sanctuary in Phuket, Thailand.
As he gained more confidence and realized how much fun he was having, his excitement grew, and he began to fully immerse himself in the water. With the help of a caretaker who sprayed water over his back, Fah Sai joyfully enjoyed his bath time.
He rolled around in the tub, creating a playful mess with water spilling over the edges. The tub seemed to almost burst at the seams as Fah Sai rolled onto his side, briefly submerging his head underwater while holding his breath.
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In Phuket, Thailand, at the Elephant Sanctuary Park, Fah Sai, the playful elephant, begins splashing in the water, gradually immersing himself. After a while, he surfaces, leisurely draping his trunk over the tub’s edge, looking content.
Established by Mr. Adulwit Khamya, the Elephant Sanctuary Park houses eight elephants of varying ages, lovingly cared for by a dedicated team. Comedian Joe Keogh from Manchester sheds light on the harsh realities of elephant treatment in Thailand’s tourism sector in his documentary, “An Elephant Never Forgets.”
The caretaker playfully sprays water on his back using a hose, encouraging him to relax and fully immerse himself in the water.
After coming up for air, the elephant extends its trunk over the edge of the tub, causing the sides to bulge from its weight.
In Thailand, the living conditions of three out of four elephants are deemed unacceptable, with many being mistreated for activities like riding or street begging.
The Elephant Retirement Park in Thailand stands out for its strict policies on elephant care, as highlighted on their website: “There is no riding, chaining, or beating of any kind. Our main focus is on promoting the well-being of retired elephants.”
“Visitors and volunteers can anticipate a fulfilling experience collaborating with the local Mahout people to care for these magnificent symbols of strength and peace.”