2025 Semantan Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in July)

Kuala Gandah Elephant Sanctuary was established in 1989 by The Department of Wildlife and National Parks. This sanctuary is responsible to track, capture and relocate wild elephants whose habitats have been damaged by development to protected areas such as national parks. The centre also aims to promote public awareness of the threats, pressures and plight of elephants in Malaysia, support research on elephant relocation and conservation and as a sanctuary for tame and wild elephants in need of treatment. It also aims to educate the public about the importance of habitat and environmental preservation. Kuala Gandah s located near Temerloh, Pahang and it is about 200 km from Kuala Lumpur. You can charter a car there #elephantsanctuary #kualagandah #pahang

We're staying at cabin chalet in Gandah Forest Eco Park for one night. Surrounded with amazing nature in Kuala Gandah, Pahang. Kids went for horse riding before going to the national elephant conservation centre, which is located less than 1km from the chalet. The admission to the elephant conservation centre is free, but we can make donation if we want. Great experience at the elephant conservation centre. Worth Visit.

Elephant rescue is a vital mission at the Elephant Sanctuary Kuala Gandah. This sanctuary, located in Malaysia, plays an important role in helping elephants that have been displaced due to deforestation or human development. The loss of natural habitats is a serious problem, and many elephants end up wandering into villages or farms, causing conflict with people. Without places like Kuala Gandah, these elephants would have nowhere safe to go. At the sanctuary, there's a cafeteria where you can relax with a drink and enjoy the surrounding greenery. #animalcontact #100waysoftravel

Elephant Sanctuary Kuala Gandah is a unique and meaningful place in Malaysia, dedicated to the rescue and conservation of elephants. Located in the state of Pahang, it’s a popular destination for those who love nature and want to get closer to these gentle giants. The sanctuary’s main focus is to rescue elephants that are displaced from their natural habitats due to deforestation or human activities and to help them adjust before being relocated to a safer environment. When you visit Kuala Gandah, the experience is both educational and exciting. Visitors can learn about the challenges that elephants face and the conservation efforts to protect them. The sanctuary staff are passionate about sharing their knowledge, and they take the time to explain the importance of preserving these majestic animals. It’s a real eye-opener, especially when you see the elephants up close and understand the challenges they endure in the wild. #animalcontact #100waysoftravel

#traveldiaries When you visit the centre, you can see how they rescue and care for injured or displaced elephants. Some elephants have been orphaned or lost their homes due to deforestation. The staff at Kuala Gandah work hard to give these elephants a safe place to live. One of the best parts about visiting the centre is getting up close to the elephants. You can see them playing in the river, getting fed, or just enjoying their day. Sometimes, you might even get a chance to bathe or feed them! It’s a unique experience that makes you appreciate these gentle giants even more. Kuala Gandah also teaches visitors about the importance of conservation. They show how important it is to protect elephant habitats and what we can do to stop illegal hunting. By learning about these issues, visitors can help spread awareness and contribute to saving the elephants.

#myhiddengems Beautiful conversation center for elephants. They are healthy and look happy. Free to visit but accept donations to help with the care and relocation of these kind animals. Worth the trip. For rm3, you can feed the babies sugar cane pieces. The elephants will also do a happy dance if you watch them. They'll shake their heads and sway back and forth it's so cute. Great experience for children. They have many events. Feeding, they will bring elephants on stage and talk about them. If the rive is good, you can even watch them get a bath. It's a nice walk to go to the different locations.

i found beauty in nature🤍 somehow being open n becoming one with nature gives you some beautiful satisfaction ✨ relax dont put too much pressure on yourself🤝🏻

Transportation Tips: The location is relatively remote, so we chose to join a tour group at about RM450 per person, including one meal. The tour guide drove us there from Kuala Lumpur for about two to three hours. When you enter, you will first see four elephants. You can buy bananas or sugarcane from the small stalls next to them for the elephants to eat. There are three baby elephants in another area, one of which has an injured foot and has a prosthesis. The tour guide said it was caused by hunters. Although this place is not big, it is very educational. You can get close to the elephants. There is an activity to bathe the elephants in the afternoon, but it’s a pity that I was in a hurry and couldn’t participate in the tour group. It is very suitable for families to bring children to play!