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Elephant Moments - Elephant experience

Hoedspruit And Kapama Private Game Reserve

Book now for an inspirational 90-minute morning Elephant Experience. Open daily from 06:30 - 08:00. Pre-Booking Essential. Book online or contact us on WhatsApp +27 78 532 3645 or +27 79 465 0392 for enquiries.

Activity Description

Be inspired, enlightened, educated and enthused by this memorable and respectful opportunity to meet and learn more about some of the Jabulani herd elephants and their passionate carers.

Arrive at sunrise to meet a few members of an extraordinary family, the Jabulani Herd. Delve deeper into the biology and physiology of these gentle giants while learning about each elephant’s unique personalities and remarkable stories.

The respectful 90-minute experience takes place at the Jabulani elephant stables, which borders the HERD elephant orphanage. The Orphanage does not allow the public to visit their premises or to view the orphans, to keep their stress levels to a minimum.

The Jabulani Herd elephants that you will meet represent the rest of the herd which they join a little later to continue foraging during their days in the Kapama Private Reserve. There will be between two to three elephants introduced who remain behind a low partition creating a respectful distance between the elephants and the visitors.

Visitors will have an opportunity to provide some elephant snacks to each elephant, as well as a chance to take a snapshot memory of the memorable experience, with the guidance of the carers.

Complimentary coffee and tea with biscuits will be provided upon arrival and available to enjoy until the end of the experience.

Following your Elephant Moments experience, you will have the opportunity to purchase a souvenir in our gift shop, with proceeds going towards the HERD TRUST.

Please note: the Jabulani Lodge Guests enjoy a variety of exclusive elephant experiences different to the Elephant Moments Mornings. For more information about the lodge experience go to www.jabulanisafari.com

Arrangements

Duration1 hour 30 minutes
WhenOpen daily, 06:25 - 08:00, 365 days a year.
WhereArrive 06:00am and self-drive through the KAPAMA GAME RESERVE MAIN GATE on the R40 between Hoedspruit and Klaserie. Follow the Jabulani/Elephant sanctuary road signs to the elephant experience. It is a gravel road through the reserve and travelling time is approximately 20 minutes. Elephant experience starts at 06:30 and ends at 08:00. Elephant Moments Gate entrance on Google Maps https://goo.gl/maps/NPGqX1ub671uE1pd7. Please contact our Elephant Moments Manager in the morning if you need any assistance at +27 78 532 3645 or +27 82 922 0120.
WeatherWeather permitting
What to WearComfortable clothing
Things to BringSunglasses, sun hat and more importantly your camera
Guests or SpectatorsNo spectators allowed.

Requirements

Minimum Age6 years
Minimum Height0.0 m
Maximum Height0.0 m
Fitness LevelNo Fitness Requirement
Maximum Weight0.0 kg
CertificationNone Required
Experience LevelNo Experience Requirement

Inclusions and Exclusions

Inclusions1 hour 30 minutes Elephant Moments with a personalised introduction and interaction hosted by our passionate elephant carers
Exclusions

Safari Boutique Shop,
Transfers to and from your hotel.
Transfer to and from the Kapama Main Gate

Notes

Only early mornings can be booked as the herd heads off into the bush for the remainder of the day
Please see the gallery for previous special elephant moments, kindly note that each day is unique and dependent on the herd’s movement

Provider

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Customer Reviews

Wow Wow Wow!!!!!! I'm still buzzing from my incredible experience at Elephant Moments! The entire team is genuinely passionate about their work and it's infectious. Their kindness, warmth, and dedication to these amazing animals is truly inspiring. I loved how engaging and informative the experience was - it was the perfect blend of fun and learning. I'd highly recommend it to everyone! And adopting an elephant? Being part of the Elephant Moments family means supporting a safe haven for these incredible creatures so they are able to get the care and love they deserve. The caretakers are the unsung heroes, providing love and care to these gentle giants. They deserve all the praise and recognition! Thanks for an unforgettable experience! - Kayleigh


Our guests throughly enjoyed their experience. They loved being able to feed the elephants and get up close and personal in a very safe and professional manner. Thank you. - Antares


Once more a wonderful experience. Always such a privilege to interact with these amazing animals. I always feel very humbled by them. My daughter and sister just loved every minute and said it was over to soon. - Angé


Honestly the best experience ever! Wish I was doing this everyday. Jabulani & Somapani are such magestic animals. They definitely hold such a special place in our hearts. Godknows - a man that truly knows his stuff. Thank you and your team for all your knowledge, the best camera shots and so many laughs with the elephants. We will see you guys again soon! - Belinda


We really had an awesome time. The guides are excellent and we loved the interaction with the 3 elephants. I have already told friends that they also need to experience what we did. Excellent Job!!! - David




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