Tesso Nilo National Park

The 83,000-hectare reserve contains peat swamp forests, lowland rainforests, and savanna areas, forming a diverse ecosystem for numerous animal species.

The Indonesian government established Tesso Nilo National Park in 2004 to protect one of Sumatra's last remaining lowland rainforest regions from widespread deforestation.

Local indigenous communities near the park maintain traditional forest knowledge, contributing their expertise to ongoing conservation initiatives and wildlife protection efforts.

Visitors need permits to enter the park and should arrange guided tours to observe wildlife, including Sumatran elephants, tigers, and various bird species.

The park's territory extends across multiple regencies and includes designated corridors specifically designed for the movement of Sumatran elephant populations.

Location: Riau

Inception: 2004

GPS coordinates: -0.16667,101.75000

Latest update: May 13, 2025 16:32