Ethical Elephant Encounter: Walking Experience in Natural African Environment
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Experience an ethical and thrilling 1-hour walk with semi-habituated elephants in their natural African environment. No tricks or riding, just a unique encounter with free-roaming elephants.
Duration: 4 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Glen Afric Country Lodge - Enjoy a thrilling 1 hour walk in the bush with 3 semi habituated elephants in their natural environment. Totally safe. No riding of elephants or making them do tricks….so don't even ask:)
What's Included
  • 1 hour walk with the elephants
  • Complimentary bottled water
  • Experienced tour escort/host
  • Knowledgeable driver/guide
  • Convenient hotel pickup and drop-off (optional)
What's Not Included
  • Lunch
  • Gratuities
Additional Information

Embark on an exhilarating one-hour journey through the African bush accompanied by three semi-tamed elephants. This excursion prides itself on its entirely ethical approach, ensuring there are no theatrics or rides involving the elephants. Moreover, these animals roam freely within the confines of the private reserve, not caged as they would be in a traditional zoo. Only a group of eight individuals per day is allowed the unique privilege to walk alongside these elephants.

Is it secure? Absolutely. We limit groups to no more than eight participators to ensure that the elephants are comfortable. Each expedition is supervised by a trio of elephant rangers tasked with ensuring your safety. These three elephants were fortunate to have been rescued from Kruger Park and are accustomed to human presence.

What’s the essence of the tour? The tour involves a peaceful walk amidst the elephants in their natural habitat. The span covered can range anywhere between 500m and 2km, solely at the discretion of the elephants’ actions. Sometimes, the elephants are lively; other times, they are merely content with feasting on trees. Altogether, this is an unmatched, fully ethical experience. It’s important to emphasize again that this is not an ordinary zoo or a petting facility.

  • Minimum age is 10 years
  • Comfortable walking shoes required
Location
Glen Afric Country Lodge
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Demia765
Jan 17, 2024
Walk with lions & Elephants - Ben was a great guide. He was patient, understanding & very informative. His recommendations were great & was knowledgeable of the area. He’s well liked & received by the conservation reserves
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479adamed
Jun 7, 2023
Elephants Walk - Amazing and Fantastic Expérience with Elephants. A must to do in Johannesburg !! Our Guide Ben was super and very Friendly 😉
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Tony
Jan 24, 2023
Amazing visit to elephant sanctuary - Driver picked me up on time and transported me directly to the elephant sanctuary about an hour from my hotel. Driver waited the entire time I was at the sanctuary and promptly transported me back to the hotel. Harry was friendly and we talked about different travels and shared some pictures. Elephant sanctuary was great. First they bring you in to observe and feed some elephants. Then you go for a walk with them and have an opportunity to get up close with them. Elephant keepers will take your pictures. Afterwards the guide gives you some educational background regarding elephants and answers any questions.
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Dundasgail
Mar 23, 2022
Outstanding. My driver Ben looked after me so well from start to finish. - Despite my having to rebook the tour on very short notice Ben arrived at my hotel within an hour. Because I was solo he stayed with me the entire time and went out of his way to make sure I was looked after. The elephants were magnificent and well worth the trip.
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Georgec3120
May 25, 2019
Brilliant tour with awesome guide - Today i went on the half day walk with elephants and sterkfontein caves. I had an amazing time! It was a fantastic tour and my guide was brilliant and very knowledgeable and entertaining. The whole day was a delight and i would not hesitate in booking with this company again!
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