This is another experience that is fun and memorable for the guests. The thrill of riding an elephant and getting rolled into the river, getting drenched, is rather unique. You are advised to bring along a change of dry clothes.
The Kuala Gandah Elephant Sanctuary has been an attraction since the day they brought back a rogue elephant to be rehabilitated. This programme was started to help relocate elephants that has been ravaging crops and threatening the lives of plantation workers and farmers. Today the sanctuary is famous for the river dunking by elephants and is a hit among the many tourists who visit Kuala Lumpur.
Along the way you get to visit the world famous limestone outcrop called Batu Caves. On a clear day, after climbing the 272 steps to the top, you get rewarded with a panoramic view of the city and the surrounding areas. You are also greeted by the dozens of monkeys coming to forage for food from the tourists.
Once a year during the festival of Thaipusam the compound comes alive with hundreds of thousands of devotees congregating to fulfil their vows by going into deep trances and parading with kavadis. It has become such a spectacle that millions of visitors would throng the Caves to be part of the celebrations.
Duration: 9.30am - 5pm
Price: Upon request as it depends on the number of persons
Along the journey you would also visit the Deer Land and Selangor Pewter Factory.
