Taro Elephant Safari Park Heliport serves Ubud, Gianyar, ID.
Recent traveler reviews for Taro Elephant Safari Park Heliport (ID-0309), primarily referring to the Mason Elephant Park & Lodge where the heliport is located, indicate an overwhelmingly positive sentiment and high satisfaction for the overall experience. Travelers frequently describe it as an "amazing" and "must-do" destination in Bali, particularly for families and animal lovers.
What Travelers Love
- Ethical Elephant Interactions: The park is highly praised for its commitment to elephant welfare and conservation, housing the largest herd of rescued Sumatran elephants. Guests love the interactive activities like hand-feeding, bathing, and even swimming bareback with the elephants.
- Luxurious Facilities and Amenities: The Mason Elephant Lodge offers comfortable and spacious accommodations, including suites with wraparound porches overlooking the elephants. The park boasts world-class facilities, including a Safari Wellness Spa, multiple restaurants (Park Restaurant, Mammoths Head Bar), botanical gardens, an elephant museum, and a swimming pool often surrounded by elephants.
- Exceptional Staff and Service: Many reviews highlight the friendly, engaging, and helpful staff, from elephant trainers to general resort personnel, who go above and beyond to ensure an exceptional stay. Mason Adventures, the operator, is known as a 5-star tour operator with a reputation for quality and safety.
- Unique Experiences: Activities like night safaris, elephant rides through the jungle, and even being picked up by an elephant for dinner are consistently cited as unforgettable.
Common Complaints
- Price: While many consider the experience worth the cost, some travelers find it to be expensive, especially for shorter visits or if not opting for all-inclusive packages.
- Lack of Specific Heliport Information: There is a notable absence of detailed reviews or information specifically regarding the heliport's terminal facilities, security wait times, or customs/immigration experience. This is likely because it functions as a VIP Helicopter Landing Pad within a private park, not a public international airport.
- Travel Time to Location: The park's location in Taro, Ubud, while scenic, can result in a 1.5 to 2-hour car ride from Bali's international airport (DPS).
- Single-Use Plastics (Older Concern): An older review from 2019 noted a concern about the use of single-use plastics for amenities and dining, which was unexpected from an eco-hotel.
Overall, Mason Elephant Park & Lodge (encompassing the Taro Elephant Safari Park Heliport) is highly recommended for its unique and ethical elephant encounters, luxurious amenities, and outstanding service, making it a memorable destination despite the higher price point and lack of specific heliport operational details.
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Where is Taro Elephant Safari Park Heliport located?
Taro Elephant Safari Park Heliport is located in Ubud, Gianyar, ID, at an elevation of 1975 ft. Its IATA code is — and ICAO code is ID-0309.