National Elephant Conservation Centre
The only one of its kind in Malaysia, the team is dedicated to locating, subduing and then translocate problem elephants from areas where their habitats are being encroached by development. These elephants are then relocated to safer habitats including Taman Negara National Park. Over the past 30 years, this team has helped to resolve human-elephants conflicts and minimised the economic losses caused by such conflicts by relocating more than 700 wild elephants.
The Resident Elephants at the Centre
The Asian Elephants
Visitor Timetable
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Activities
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10.30 am – 12.00 pm
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Elephant observation along the interpretive trail.
Visitor will be able to observe the young elephant roaming freely within the secured electric fencing area.
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1.00 pm & 1.30 pm
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Video show
A documentary shows translocation of wild elephants to their new habitat
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2.15 pm
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Bathing and cleaning of elephants by mahout
The visitors will watch the elephant bath given by mahout with explanations by NECC staff.
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2.45 pm – 3.15 pm
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Elephant conservation talks at interpretive stage.
Visitors will be introduced to each of the elephants which include their background and ability.
Note: Please be informed that there is no elephant rides provided in this centre.
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Video Show
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Shows
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Monday – Thursday
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First show : 1.00 pm
Second show : 1.30 pm
Third show : 2.00 pm ( Friday only)
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Saturday, Sunday and Public holidays
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First show : 12.30 pm
Second show : 1.00 pm
Third show : 1.30 pm
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How to Get There
NEEC is situated about 15 km from Lanchang town within Temerloh District, Pahang. Visitors can take a comfortable drive to the centre where ample parking facilities are available.Visitors are encouraged to contact the centre to facilitate arrangements if you are coming in a big group. The centre welcomes visitors to the National Elephant Conservation Centre with the aim of being educated and outdoor experience on elephant conservartion.
Your Support and Contribution Needed
The National Elephant Conservation Centre at Kuala Gandah is managed by the Department of Wildlife and National Parks Peninsular Malaysia. Continuous efforts are being undertaken to enhance the existing facilities either for research and development or visitors to the centre. The Department strives to make this centre as the region’s most outstanding elephant training and conservation centre. We welcome any form of assistance and support.