Elephants
Sanctuary was established in 1989 by the Department of Wildlife and
National Parks. A base for the Elephant Relocation Team which started in
1974.
Being the only centre in Malaysia, the team is dedicated to locating,
subduing, translucent problem elephants from areas where their habitats
are constantly being encroached by plantations, to Malaysia's National
Parks such as Taman Negara.
Over
the past 25 years the strong team has helped to prevent the further
decline of the elephant population by relocating more than 300 wild
elephants!
Kuala Gandah also aims to promote public awareness of the elephant's
plight in Malaysia and to support research into elephant translocation
and conservation. It also aims to educate the public about the
importance of habitat and environmental preservation.
Batu
Caves first discovered over
125 years ago, Batu Caves has
never ceased to attract visitors. Only 13km from Kuala
Lumpur's central business district and just outside
the city limits, these famous caverns are easily
accessible. Formed within the framework of an imposing
limestone outcrop about 400 million years ago, Batu
Caves actually consists of three main caves and
several smaller ones. The best known of these is
Temple or Cathedral Cave.
Temple
Cave has a ceiling looming over 100 meters overhead
and features ornate Hindu shrines. To reach it, one
has to climb 272 steps, a feat performed by many Hindu
worshippers on the way to the caves to offer prayers
to their revered deities.
Tour
Highlights
Batu Caves
Hindu Temples
Elephant ride
Elephant feeding
Elephant grooming and bathing (if
weather permits)
Video Presentation
Feeding Malayan Sun Bear & Deer (Deerland
is closed every Friday)
Visit Rubber & Palm oil plantations (if
time permits)
Feel of Rainforest (drive
through)
Driving through Country Side
Eating local
cuisine / fruits is an adventure
by itself & much more.....
