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Way Kambas National Park
"Experience the wild wonders of Way Kambas National Park, home to Sumatra's rare elephants, tigers, and rhinos, where lush tropical forests, exciting safari adventures, and conservation efforts create an unforgettable eco-tourism destination!"
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125.621,30 Ha
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Sumatran Elephant, Sumatran Rhinoceros, Sumatran Dhole, Crested Fireback, Woolly-necked Stork, Oriental Darter, White-winged Duck, False Gharial, Grey Mangrove, White Paperbark, Puspa, Keruing
Way Kambas National Park: A Sanctuary of Wildlife, Nature, and Cultural Diversity
Way Kambas National Park is a haven for some of Sumatra's most iconic and endangered wildlife, including elephants, rhinoceroses, tigers, and sun bears. Among its most precious inhabitants is the critically endangered Sumatran rhinoceros, with only 200 individuals remaining in the wild. The park plays a crucial role in their conservation, housing four rhinos at the Sumatran Rhino Sanctuary (SRS) to ensure their survival. Beyond its wildlife, the park's diverse ecosystems, rainforests, mangroves, marshes, and riparian forests, support a wide variety of plant life, including rare carnivorous Nepenthes species, such as N. Gracilis, N. Mirabilis, N. Ampullaria, and N. Rafflesiana.
With its extraordinary biodiversity and cultural significance, Way Kambas stands as a beacon of hope for both wildlife conservation and human unity. The park's efforts to protect its rare species and ecosystems are crucial for maintaining Sumatra's delicate ecological balance, while its rich cultural diversity highlights the importance of coexistence between humans and nature. As one of Indonesia's most vital national parks, Way Kambas is more than just a protected area, it is a symbol of resilience, conservation, and the harmonious bond between people and the environment.Way Kambas is not just a natural paradise but also a cultural haven, where Malay, Bugis, Serang, and Batak communities coexist in harmony. Each group preserves unique traditions, languages, and customs, all deeply connected to the land. Their sustainable way of life enriches the park, making it both a conservation site and a living cultural landscape.
Unique Features
- Home to the Sumatran Rhino Sanctuary (SRS), a vital conservation center working to protect and breed the critically endangered Sumatran rhinoceros, one of the world's rarest large mammals.
- The Way Kambas Elephant Training Center (PLG) serves as a rehabilitation and training facility for Sumatran elephants, offering visitors a rare chance to observe these gentle giants up close.
- The park is a stronghold for the endangered Sumatran tiger, providing one of its last remaining natural habitats amid dense tropical forests and open grasslands.
- With its mangroves, swamps, and riverbanks, the park supports a rich variety of bird species, reptiles, and aquatic life, making it a top spot for birdwatching and nature photography.
- Visitors can explore the park by safari, spotting wildlife like deer, wild boars, tapirs, and rare birds, while guided night safaris offer a thrilling chance to observe nocturnal animals in action.
Things To Do
A trip to Way Kambas National Park offers a mix of wildlife conservation, adventure, and eco-tourism experiences. Visitors can start by observing Sumatran elephants at the Way Kambas Elephant Training Center, where these majestic creatures are trained and rehabilitated. For those interested in wildlife conservation, a visit to the Sumatran Rhino Sanctuary provides an opportunity to learn about efforts to save one of the world's most endangered species. Adventurers can explore the park on foot or by safari, spotting wildlife like Sumatran tigers, tapirs, and wild deer in their natural habitat. The park's wetland ecosystems also make it a paradise for birdwatching, with rare species like the Storm's stork and white-winged wood duck found here. For a unique experience, guided night safaris allow visitors to witness the park's nocturnal wildlife, making Way Kambas National Park a perfect destination for nature lovers, photographers, and eco-tourists alike.
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Location & How To Get There
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Januari - May (When Rafflesia blooming)
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- Jakarta - Tanjung Karang: 45 minutes by plane
Bandar Lampung - Metro - Way Jepara: 2 hour driving - Branti - Metro - Way Jepara: 1 hour 30 minutes driving
- Bakauheni - Panjang - Sribawono - Way Jepara: 3 hour driving
- Bakauheni - Labuan Meringgai - Way Kambas: 3 hour drivingsper
- Jakarta - Tanjung Karang: 45 minutes by plane
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Contact Park
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Way Kambas National ParkJl. Raya Labuhan Ratu Kecamatan Labuhan Ratu, Lampung Timur, Lampung
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