Elephant Sanctuary Travel Guide: Top Sights in South africa, Tours &

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Elephant Sanctuary- Travel Tips What to See, How to Plan & Tours: Educational & Science; South Africa; 5 Reviews

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Suggested Duration: 4 hours

The Elephant Sanctuary in The Crags, Plettenberg Bay, South Africa, presents an unparalleled opportunity for visitors to engage intimately with African elephants. This unique venue places a strong emphasis on education through interaction, allowing guests an up-close experience with these majestic creatures unlike any other. The sanctuary's approach is rooted in the ethical treatment of its elephants, utilizing positive reinforcement training methods that ensure the animals are not just participants, but willing and relaxed companions in the shared experiences. Through this careful, respectful handling, the sanctuary stands as a beacon of humane elephant interaction, where the staff's dedication illuminates each visit with insightful knowledge and memorable moments.

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Reviews of Elephant Sanctuary

Joud Naif

5
Reviewed: 2024-07-29

Lovely experience, and great guiders. 1 hour tour that includes walking the elephant, taking pictures, going through the forest, also taking pictures, and finally feeding the elephants. It costs R695 per adult.
Anthony Tarzia

5
Reviewed: 2024-07-02

Second time here over the course of twelve years and this place never ceases to amaze. The handlers and guides are gentle and humane. There are no aggressive tactics or behavior toward the animals at all. A true sanctuary. Thanks for another amazing experience and for all you are doing to educate the public about these beautiful animals.
Zos Austin

5
Reviewed: 2024-04-27

A most wonderful experience, getting close to the elephants and being allowed to feed and hug them. They are the most remarkable creatures, so gentle and so intelligent. This is definitely worth a visit and deserves all your support.
Shaun Risi

5
Reviewed: 2024-03-28

Was my very ever first time up close with these Beautiful Pachyderms as well for my kids…even touching them and standing so close to them makes you realise how small as a human you are…the whole family enjoyed the event and the Park is well looked after and maintained
Turki

5
Reviewed: 2024-02-04

Beautiful and fun place There are 5 elephants You can take pictures with the elephants, then touch them, then feed them, and the guide continued explaining them and giving orders. You can buy the video after the tour and they will send it to you by your email. There is a shop where you can take a souvenir of the trip. Every hour and a half there will be a tour if you come and it may start or you will have to wait for the next one 10/10