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Elephant Interaction and Ride

Hazyview

Activity Description

Experience the thrill of being close to these magnificent creatures; witness their intelligence, their compassionate nature and the deep bonds they share with their human family. While the Elephant Handlers share their wealth of knowledge about fascinating elephant behaviour, enjoy a wonderful hour of touching and feeding the elephants, taking photographs and experiencing the incredible trust that has developed through gentle interaction.

After the interaction, saddle-up and set off into the African bush. Enjoy a different perspective while embarking on a privileged journey atop an elephant.

Arrangements

DurationOpen Ended
WhenThroughout the year, apart from Christmas Day and New Year's Day when the facility is closed.
WhereElephant Whispers is in Hazyview, next to Hippo Hollow Hotel on the R40. GPS Co-Ordinates: SOUTH -25° 1’ 39.2268” | EAST 31° 7’ 30.9822”
WeatherThe activity may be delayed, or have to be rescheduled should there be a thunderstorm or heavy rain.
What to WearCool comfortable clothing. Please bring a light jacket or jumper during the cool winter months. It is more comfortable to wear long trousers and closed shoes when riding the elephant. Sunhat
Things to BringCamera with a spare memory card and extra batteries Mosquito repellent for the early mornings and late afternoons. Sun Screen
Guests or SpectatorsVisitors not partaking in the activity are welcome to wait at Reception, unfortunately they will not be able to watch the Elephant activity.

Requirements

Minimum Age5 years
Minimum Height0.0 m
Maximum Height0.0 m
Fitness LevelAverage
QualificationsNot Applicable
Maximum Weight120.0 kg
CertificationNone Required
Experience LevelNo Experience Requirement

Inclusions and Exclusions

InclusionsInteraction and Elephant Back Ride
Exclusions

Items of a personal nature
Refreshments

Notes

Please note that children under the age of 16 years must be accompanied by a parent/guardian who is over 21 years of age.

Guests will be given a safety briefing and will be required to sign an indemnity before meeting the Elephants.

Customer Reviews

This was a once in a lifetime experience for me. Elephants are my spirit animal and to be able to interact with them and ride on them was indescribable! I am still reeling from the experience and will cherish my time spent at Elephant Whispers always. The staff are so caring towards the animals and knowledgeable to provide us insight into the lives of these gentle giants. Thank you does not even come close to understanding what a privilege it was to share this time with you all. Keep up the wonderful work you are doing and wishing you every success going forward. I cannot stop singing your praises to everyone who will listen to my story of Elephant Whispters. THANK YOU AGAIN! - Debbie


What a wonderful day, cannot thank the team enough, we had such an incredible time! For a south african, it was so very special and personal experience to be so close to these amazing animals, for my partner, it was his first time seeing Elephants in the wild and he was absolutely blown away. To anyone who is negative about riding an elephant or having ideas that these animals are treated badly - you are so very wrong, these animals are spoiled, cared for with respect and truly loved by the team. I felt like crying by the end when saying goodbye to Tembo, Shamwari and the rest of the family ?[?] - Letitia


Elephant Whisperer is the place to come into contact with these giants in person. It was a great experience and recommend everyone to visit Elephant Whisperer.. - Adriaan


An amazing experience interacting with such gentle giants. The staff was friendly, very knowledgeable and professional. The interaction was interesting and well presented. We learnt a lot about the Elephants, social structures, behaviour and anatomy. Enjoyed the experience very much, will definitely highly recommend this to others. - Janet


The entire experience was incredible. The handlers were very experienced and caring towards the elephants and we gained so much information and knowledge about them. The ride was a memory made for ever. Thank you all so much. - David




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