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Visitors meeting and feeding the working elephants who are such important members of the Elephant Relocation Team.
elephants. A nominal fee
is charged for this activity and numbers are restricted to 100 people daily. Those not taking part in elephant bathing can watch the young elephants feeding.
The centre has a small cafeteria and souvenir
shop, while food outlets and homestays run by villagers are found along the entrance road. There is also a gazebo where visitors can eat their packed lunches. Food and drink may not be taken inside the Elephant
Activity Area. The centre has wheelchair access and disabled toilet facilities.
Note: Elephant riding is
not allowed. Visitors and elephants are separated by barriers and only elephants’ trunks may be touched.
Ceremonial elephant parade to celebrate World Elephant Day on 7th Sept. 2019. In the foreground is Gandah, the centre’s newest elephant calf, walking with his mother, Siti.
Elephants need to bathe regularly to keep their skin healthy, an activity they always enjoy. Visitors are welcome to join in the fun.