3+3+Bali: Mason Elephant Park & Lodge (Taro)
Operating Hours:Monday - Sunday: 09:00 - 17:00
The Vibe:Gentle giants roaming sacred jungle 🐘
Nestled in the cool highlands of Taro village, this rescue-and-rehabilitation sanctuary shelters endangered Sumatran elephants on grounds blessed by local priests. It bridges wildlife conservation with Balinese reverence for the natural world.
Soft trumpeting drifts between towering palms as elephants amble along red-earth paths. The air hangs warm and sweet with hay, punctuated by the rustle of mahouts guiding their gentle charges 🌿.
- • Accredited member of the World Association of Zoos and Aquariums (WAZA)
- • Featured in National Geographic Traveller's Bali wildlife picks
- • Visitors consistently praise the ethical, education-first approach to elephant care
Persona Fit
- 👨👩👧 Families: Safe, guided interactions ideal for young children learning about wildlife.
- 💕 Couples: Peaceful jungle walks with a meaningful conservation backdrop.
- 👵 Seniors: Flat pathways and shaded pavilions make for comfortable visiting.
- 📸 Photographers: Close-range elephant portraits framed by tropical canopy.
Highlights
- Elephant feeding sessions — hand-feed gentle Sumatran elephants with fresh fruit and sugarcane
- Educational keeper talks — learn about rescue stories, behaviour, and conservation efforts
- Botanical garden walk — wander landscaped grounds with labelled tropical plants and lotus ponds
- Museum and information centre — displays on elephant biology, habitat loss, and Balinese culture — Hidden Gem
- Night safari experience — observe nocturnal elephant behaviour under soft lighting (seasonal)
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