Kuala Lumpur Trip Overview
Nature lovers will appreciate the natural wonders of this small-group tour to Kuala Gandah Elephant Sanctuary. Marvel at the mighty elephants and learn about rehabilitation and relocation efforts at the elephant sanctuary. Bonus stop at Batu Caves, picnic lunch plus round-trip hotel transport is included from Kuala Lumpur.
– Energetic atmosphere at the holy site of Batu Caves
– Small-group tour of Kuala Gandah Elephant Conservation Centre
– Meet one of the world’s largest and friendliest animals in a natural and protected environment
– Learn about the Elephant Relocation Team that has been moving elephants who have lost their habitats since 1974
– Don’t forget to take plenty of photos to keep as memories or reminders of the sanctuary’s important and noble work
Additional Info
Duration: 6 to 8 hours
Starts: Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Trip Category: Day Trips & Excursions >> Day Trips
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What to Expect When Visiting Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Nature lovers will appreciate the natural wonders of this small-group tour to Kuala Gandah Elephant Sanctuary. Marvel at the mighty elephants and learn about rehabilitation and relocation efforts at the elephant sanctuary. Bonus stop at Batu Caves, picnic lunch plus round-trip hotel transport is included from Kuala Lumpur.
– Energetic atmosphere at the holy site of Batu Caves
– Small-group tour of Kuala Gandah Elephant Conservation Centre
– Meet one of the world’s largest and friendliest animals in a natural and protected environment
– Learn about the Elephant Relocation Team that has been moving elephants who have lost their habitats since 1974
– Don’t forget to take plenty of photos to keep as memories or reminders of the sanctuary’s important and noble work
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Pass By: Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan
Meet & Greet by our chauffer at Hotel Lobby & driven to the Kuala Gandah Elephant Conservation Sanctuary. Transport provided in an air-conditioned vehicle along with your English speaking driver. On this tour you will get the opportunity to see orphanaged Elephent learn about the conservation of the elephant and also watch a 30 minute National Geographic documentary. Experience the limestone cave of the Batu Caves on the way to elephant sanctuary.
Stop At: Gombak, Batu Caves 68100 Malaysia
Batu Caves is a limestone hill that has a series of caves and cave temples in Gombak, Selangor. The limestone forming Batu Caves is said to be around 400 million years old. Some of the cave entrances were used as shelters by the indigenous Temuan people (a tribe of Orang Asli).
The cave is one of the most popular Hindu shrines outside India, and is dedicated to Lord Murugan. It is the focal point of the Hindu festival of Thaipusam in Malaysia.
Batu Caves in short also referred as 10th Caves or Hill for Lord Muruga as there are six important holy shrines in India and four more in Malaysia. The three others in Malaysia are Kallumalai Temple in Ipoh, Tanneermalai Temple in Penang and Sannasimalai Temple in Malacca.
Note:
– Keeping your eyes open to be aware of the monkeys. Don’t feed them!
– Hold cameras close and use a neck strap if you have one.
– Please don’t carry any plastic bags, monkeys will aggressive on this.
– Appropriate dress (cover your sholder).
Duration: 30 minutes
Pass By: Pahang, Pahang
Pahang is the largest state in Peninsular Malaysia. It’s known for its mountains range of Titiwangsa. Pahang is also largest producer of timber in this country. You also have the opportunity to see the rubber plantation on the way.
Pass By: Lanchang, Lanchang, Pahang
The Kuala Gandah Elephant Conservation Centre is situated in Lanchang. This is the main attraction of this small town apart from agriculture and the many FELDA projects of both rubber and palm oil plantations. You also will be driving pass the aborigines bamboo huts & their re-located houses.
Stop At: Kuala Gandah Elephant Sanctuary, 28500 Malaysia
Back in 1989, the Malaysian Wildlife Sanctuary established an elephant sanctuary within the Krau Wildlife reserve for rare Asian Elephants.
These elephants were displaced due to the continued poaching and logging for urban and agricultural development within the area. This conservation method was initiated to preserve the species, care for the young before they’re released to the wild.
Documentary Video Show:
Watch a 30 minute National Geographic documentary about conservation & re-location of the elephants. Malaysian Wildlife also promote their advocacy and conservation efforts to gather support.
Join in the activities and be awed by these magnificent creatures roam safely about the grounds of the sanctuary. Spend a moment to learn how trained professionals care and nurture these elephants on a daily basis without causing the elephants stress. All in all, this will be a truly enriching experience that will leave you with a pleasant feeling as you are ferried back to your hotel.
After finish exploring elephant there, the tour will be conclude by driving back to Kuala Lumpur.
Additional Information:
• Wear comfortable shoes and hat/cap
• Please be informed that in line with the sanctuary’s enhanced approach in conservation practices, the elephant riding activity has been discontinued in the center. The new regulation is enforced to avoid causing distress to the elephants and enabling them to live in their natural environment as much as possible
Duration: 3 hours
