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Australia
My time at KSES was so fulfilling and educational. I learnt so much during my time here and truly felt included within the program and the local community. Everyone was super supportive, the hours were as expected and there was time to rest and relax as well as work. Everything was clearly communicated and I knew if I ever had an issue, though there were none, I could discuss it freely. The team is so warm and welcoming and my homestay was comfortable and safe. Overall it was a great experience, definitely recommend going :)
3 months ago
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience. It was a pleasure having you with us, and we're so grateful for the positivity and enthusiasm you brought to the team. Thank you for embracing life in the village and for being such a lovely part of the KSES community.
We wish you all the best for your future adventures and hope to welcome you back to Ban Naklang one day.
Take care, and thank you again!🐘💚
United States
Our guide Celia was extraordinary, she was very friendly, passionate, knowledgeable, and enthusiastic, we learned a lot about the culture and also met the elephants of the sanctuary 10/10!!!
5 months ago
Thank you so much for your review! We're glad to hear you enjoyed your time with Celia. She is incredibly passionate about the elephants, the Karen culture, and sharing her knowledge with our guests.
Thank you for visiting us, and we hope to welcome you back one day!
United States
This was an experience of a lifetime, getting to see the truly ethical ways that the shelter has done with the local Karen people to show the elephants was immensely important and great.
5 months ago
Thank you so much, Iker, for your kind words. Creating an experience that respects both the elephants and the people who have lived alongside them for generations is at the heart of what we do.
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience, and we hope to welcome you back to KSES one day!
United States
The shelter was amazing! The village and home stays are quite rustic, but they made sure we had everything we needed and everyone was incredibly kind and welcoming! It was amazing to see the elephants, and the work they are doing is so important for both the elephants in the program and elephants in captivity across Thailand. It was also nice to know that the experience directly contributed to the local community. The hikes were full of beautiful views, as well! I absolutely loved this experience and recommend it to anyone interested in conservation and culture
5 months ago
Thank you so much for your lovely review, Kira 😊 It was a pleasure to welcome you and your group to the project.
We’re really happy to hear that you enjoyed the experience and connected with both the elephants and the local community. Thank you as well for your kindness and positive energy throughout your stay, we’d love to welcome you back in the future 💚🐘
United States
I just had the most amazing experience living in a village with a wonderful family, working with travelers from all over the world, and spending time with majestic elephants in their natural habitat! I cannot praise this program enough for their commitment to the elephants and the village. We were totally immersed into the culture. The Karen People are so welcoming and their food is amazing. We learned so mich about elephants and their struggles. I want everyone to know that I am so grateful for this opportunity. My only regret is that I only stayed 1 week. I will be returning and cannot wait!
8 months ago
Thank you so much for your kind words. It truly means a lot to all of us.
It was an absolute pleasure having you here. Your enthusiasm, openness, and appreciation for the experience made your time with us very special for everyone in the team and the community. We’re so happy that you connected with the village, the culture, and of course the elephants.
You will always be part of the Kindred Spirit family, and we are already looking forward to the day you come back! 🐘
Brazil
My internship at the shelter was an incredible experience. Lucía and Emily are both amazing members of the staff! I felt constantly supported, challenged, and inspired to know more about the elephants. What makes the shelter truly special is its ethical approach to the shelter care, always prioritizing their wellbeing above everything else. Beyond photography, it was a deep immersion into the local community, culture, and daily life. It was meaningful, responsible, and truly transformative.
8 months ago
Thank you so much for your beautiful words 💚
We’re incredibly proud to have such an amazing team, and it means a lot to know you felt supported and inspired during your time with us.
It was a pleasure having you at Kindred, and you’re always welcome to come back!
Canada
I had the best time at the shelter. I wish I could have stayed longer than a week. I fell in love with the village and the people. The work they do for the elephants is amazing. Totally recommend it :)
9 months ago
Thank you so much, Anne-Julie 🌿We’re really happy to hear you had such a meaningful time with us, even if it was just one week. It means a lot that you connected with the village, the people, and the work we do with the elephants.
You’re always welcome back!
United States
The shelter was so great! No phone service was nice and relaxing, so was hiking out. Seeing elephants was so cool. Had a fun time at night playing games and watching movies, my homestay cooked a bit extra for me too. It's a really awesome week.
10 months ago
Thank you so much for sharing your experience 🤍 We’re really happy to hear you enjoyed the slower pace, the hikes, village life, and of course spending time observing the elephants. It’s great to know you felt well looked after by your host family too. We hope you can visit again in the future!
United States
I would recommend this opportunity to anyone looking for a truly ethical the shelter & cultural immersion. The staff is incredible- passionate, intelligent, and kind. Thank you Cristina, Emily, Lucía, Aislinn, Rose, and Kanda! I spent two weeks at the shelter and was sad to leave at the end. I would love to return in the future!
10 months ago
Thank you so much for your kind words and for taking the time to share your experience 🤍
We’re really glad you felt the ethics, community, and spirit of the project, and it means a lot to hear that your time with us was meaningful. It was a pleasure having you as part of the team, and you’ll always be welcome back. Wishing you all the best, and we hope to see you again in the future!
Germany
One of the few truly ethical sanctuaries in Thailand. It is an incredible experience to see elephants living freely in the wild. But it is above all the local community that makes this project so special. If you are willing to embrace a simple lifestyle and keep an open mind, this experience will enrich you deeply.
11 months ago
Thank you so much for your kind words. We’re really glad you enjoyed your time with the elephants and the community, it means a lot to us. You’re always welcome back at KSES. 🐘🌿
