WILDLIFE, CULTURE, AND NATURE

Yok Don Elephant Sanctuary & Don Village

08:00 Hrs.

OVERVIEW

Experience wildlife and be part of a meaningful journey in Yok Don.
Home to a unique dipterocarp forest ecosystem, offering nature, culture, and conservation in one unforgettable adventure.

ITINERARY

09:00

Pick-up in Buon Ma Thuot City and transfer to Don Village

10:30

Now we arrive at Don Village and take a short walk through the village to experience its multicultural charm and visit Amakong’s house. Amakong, a legendary elephant trainer who has trained over 200 elephants, is also known as the area’s ‘doctor’ for treating diseases with plant-based medicines. His house features a mix of Lao architectural styles.
You can also enjoy some ethnic food in Don Village and buy famous fruits and souvenirs.

12:00

Lunch at Don Village – Traditional Foods

13:30 - 16:30

Elephant Experience

Explore the forest in search of elephants who now freely roam the national park.
Learn about the welfare of these elephants, which used to give rides but now are observed behaving naturally in their environment.
The guide will share knowledge about the park’s flora and fauna, including plants used in traditional medicine by local ethnic minority people, and insights into each elephant’s personality and background.

17:00

Head back to Buon Ma Thuot City as your tour comes to an end. Thank you for spending the day with us!

INCLUSIVE ✅

Vietnamese/English tour guide
Traditional Lunch
Air-conditioned vehicle
Travel insurance
Bottled water
Entry Fees
Yok Don National Park ticket

EXCLUSIVE ❌

Drinks and other personal expenses

Yok Don Elephant Sanctuary and Don Village

1,500,000 VND per person

Minimum group size: 05 people

Additional fee for groups of fewer than 5 people:

For 2 persons: +800,000 VND per person
For 3 persons: +400,000 VND per person
For 4 persons: +150,000 VND per person

Terms & Conditions

Elephants may have big ears, but they listen with their hearts.

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