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Meeting with elephants in Vietnam - Yok Don Park, Buon Ma Thuot
In the heart of the Central Highlands, in the province of Buon Ma Thuot, live a rare and moving experience: meet the elephants of Vietnam in their natural habitat.
Far from animal rides, this day at Yok Don National Park invites you to discover an ethical and respectful tourism model, focused on the well-being of elephants.
Accompanied by rangers and passionate guides, you will observe the elephants evolve in complete freedom in the forest, interact with each other and feed peacefully.
You will learn about their history, their behaviour and the conservation efforts made to protect them.
This encounter with the elephants in Vietnam is a total immersion in nature: boat trip on the river Srepok, lunch outdoors and gentle walk through the jungle of the park.
It is a sensory and responsible journey, designed for travelers in search of meaning, respect and connection with wildlife.
A unique experience, which reminds that the true luxury of travel lies in the simple beauty of nature and the authentic encounter with the living beings who inhabit it.
Planning of the day at Yok Don park
Our driver will meet you at 9.30 a.m. at your hotel in Buon Ma Thuot to reach the park of Yok Don where you arrive around 10:30 a.m.
Meet our local English-speaking guide then enjoy a 1 hour boat ride on the Serepok river to admire the landscapes of the region. You can discover the flora of the region and its bird populations.
After lunch, go for a stroll for about 3 hours to meet two elephants from the park, Y Khun & Thong Ngan.
This will be a great opportunity to see them evolve in their natural environment as well as other animals present in the park (buffaloes, birds).
In addition, during this walk, the guides will introduce you to the park’s plant wealth. Finally, return to the hotel in Buon Ma Thuot.
If you are at Yok Don the day before, we recommend that you take the elephant watching ride in the morning at 8 a.m. and then the boat ride in the afternoon.
Price 2025
2 pax: 2.600.000 VND / pax
3 pax: 2.100.000 VND / pax
4 pax: 1.900.000 VND / pax
A unique experience with the elephants of Vietnam
Observing an elephant in the wild in its natural environment is one of the most beautiful emotions that a traveler can experience.
At Yok Don National Park, located near Buon Ma Thuot, this experience becomes reality.
Here, elephants no longer transport tourists: they live free, in the heart of a protected reserve, accompanied by rangers who ensure their well-being.
A sanctuary of nature and respect
Yok Don Park is the largest national park in Vietnam.
Its tropical forests, peaceful rivers and vast plains make it a privileged refuge for wildlife.
The elephants, once exploited for work or tourist walks, now find their freedom thanks to a unique rehabilitation program.
Here, you observe them from afar, without constraint or forced interaction.
Each observation is accompanied by an English-speaking guide trained in animal ethics, to ensure total respect for the elephants and their environment.
A respectful immersion in the life of elephants
This encounter with the elephants of Vietnam takes place on foot, in the forest, where the animals feed, rest and interact with each other.
The guides teach you to read their behaviors, understand their hierarchy and identify their traces in nature.
Far from a simple excursion, it is an educational and sensory experience, which highlights the challenges of conservation and the efforts made to offer new life to the country’s elephants.
Included/Excluded
- local English-speaking tour guide
- Entrance fees
- Transfers
- Lunch
- Tax and administrative fees
- Drinks
- Tips
- Personal expenses
- All services not mentioned
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