Elephant back safaris

Elephant back safaris -- travel guide:

Elephant back safaris are one of the newest and most thrilling African safari experiences. These safaris not only make it possible to view wildlife from the back of an elephant, but perhaps more importantly, provide the unique opportunity to share a day in the life of the elephant. Whether it's game viewing from their backs, picnicking with them in the bush, grooming, feeding or swimming with them, or simply experiencing the pleasure of being close to such magnificent animals, the encounter is truly unforgettable.

Firstly, of course, there are the elephants themselves. Riding them is one thing, walking beside them and being 'with' them, is quite another. There is no compulsion to do so but, with the guide's blessing, it is possible to walk with and among the elephants.

Standing between them, surrounded by them, being touched by them, scented by them, being nudged and gently pushed at by them, feeling their curiosity and their trust, is to feel a oneness at an emotional and visceral level which is immensely elevating and yet, somehow, disquieting. There is a sense of reaching back, in some strange way to common origins and a shared heritage.

The concept of elephant riding has been pioneered by dedicated conservationists who believe that sustained utilisation of wildlife -- essentially, getting the elephants to pay for themselves -- is the only means by which the elephant will survive in this modern world.

The "Big 5": • Lion • Leopard • Elephant • Buffalo • Rhino •

Best places for elephant back safaris in Southern Africa:

Botswana --

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Elephant are found in many of the National Parks and private nature reserves throughout africa. Click on the links below to find places that have elephant.

NATIONAL PARKS