During your elephant sanctuary day trip from Kuala Lumpur, you'll discover the biodiversity of the region surrounding this large city. Escape the hustle and bustle the city as you explore Malaysia's wildlife and cultural heritage day trip. In the Malaysian state of Pahang, about a two-hour drive from Kuala Lumpur, you'll:
- Explore an aboriginal settlement and observe the locals' fascinating daily life.
- Visit the Elephant Orphanage Sanctuary, also called the Kuala Gandah Elephant Sanctuary, a conservation center tasked with saving Asian elephants who have lost their natural homes due to urbanization.
- Learn about the center’s work and discover the importance of preserving both the animals' habitats and their natural environment.
- Admire the gentle elephants in their meticulously re-created natural environments, allowing them a chance to gain their strength back before being released back into the wild.
- Watch the specially-trained staff feed the elephants