Elephant Valley Project
Mondol Kiri [Môndól Kiri]
Elephant Valley Project (EVP) is Cambodia’s original and leading elephant sanctuary located in Mondulkiri province. Established in 2006, the sanctuary spans over 1,500 hectares of protected forest, rivers, grasslands, and bamboo groves, providing a natural and spacious habitat for seven rescued captive elephants. EVP operates under a strict ethical policy with no elephant rides, tricks, feeding by visitors, or swimming, focusing instead on letting the elephants roam freely in their natural environment. Beyond elephant care, EVP actively supports local communities by providing healthcare, education scholarships, food assistance, and stable employment opportunities, benefiting over 2,400 people in the region. The sanctuary also plays a vital role in regional conservation efforts by partnering with organizations like the Wildlife Conservation Society and Cambodia’s Ministry of the Environment to protect the adjacent 300,000-hectare Keo Siema Wildlife Sanctuary, home to some of Cambodia’s last wild elephants and other endangered species. EVP’s integrated model combines animal welfare, community support, and environmental stewardship, making it a unique and impactful destination for ethical wildlife tourism.
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Astuce: The best time to visit Elephant Valley Project is during the dry season when the weather is more comfortable for trekking and observing elephants in the forest. Visitors are encouraged to book their visits in advance through the official website to secure spots and support the sanctuary’s conservation efforts. As EVP is a charitable organization, many programs offer opportunities for volunteering or sponsoring elephants, which can enrich the visitor experience. Note that EVP follows strict guidelines: no riding, no feeding, no tricks, and no swimming with elephants, ensuring an ethical and respectful encounter. Visitors should prepare for walking in natural terrain and bring appropriate gear for forest exploration.
Faits intéressants
- •Elephant Valley Project is the largest captive elephant sanctuary in Southeast Asia, providing each elephant with more space than at any other sanctuary in the region.
- •Over 50% of the funds raised by EVP go directly to community support programs beyond elephant care, including healthcare and education for local people.
- •EVP supports the protection of the 300,000-hectare Keo Siema Wildlife Sanctuary, home to some of Cambodia’s last wild elephants.
- •The sanctuary is home to seven rescued captive elephants who live freely without forced rides, tricks, or feeding by visitors.
Histoire
Elephant Valley Project was founded in 2006 as Cambodia’s first elephant sanctuary dedicated to rescuing and rehabilitating captive elephants.
Over the years, EVP has grown into the largest captive elephant sanctuary in the region, expanding its protected area to over 1,500 hectares.
The project has consistently developed its founding ethos of ethical elephant care and community involvement, spreading this model across Southeast Asia.
EVP has also become a significant contributor to local development by supporting thousands of people through healthcare and education programs.
Its conservation partnership with the Wildlife Conservation Society and the Ministry of the Environment has helped protect the adjacent Keo Siema Wildlife Sanctuary, a critical habitat for wild elephants and endangered wildlife.
Guide du lieu
Elephant Habitat and Forest Trails
Explore the expansive 1,500-hectare forest area where the seven elephants roam freely. Visitors can trek through rivers, grasslands, and bamboo groves to observe elephants in their natural environment without disturbing them.
Community and Conservation Programs
Learn about EVP’s integrated approach that supports local communities through healthcare, education scholarships, food assistance, and employment, while also contributing to the protection of the adjacent Keo Siema Wildlife Sanctuary.
Contact
Téléphone: 099 696 041