Book now for an inspirational 90-minute morning Elephant Experience from 06:30-08:00. For enquiries, WhatsApp/Call +27 79 465 0392 or elephantmoments@herd.org.za. Pre-Booking Essential.
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
Safari Boutique Shop,
Transfers to and from your hotel.
Transfer to and from the Kapama Main Gate
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
Elephant Moments
We had a fantastic experience at Elephant Moments. The stories were captivating and we were able to get up close and personal with these gentle giants and touch and feel them. Each one had their own unique personality and the staff that look after them really care for the elephants. This is definitely an experience that I would recommend for any animal lover when they are in Hoedspruit. - Gail
Once again, what a unique, super special experience, what an Honour to be so up close & personal with these majestic Souls... Your staff at Herd, in spite of the repetitive nature of dealing with tourists and, I'm sure, repeated questions, are just amazing - so welcoming, patient and enthusiastic. I will be back! - Petra
A great experience which seemed to be done sensitively to the elephants. It was really interesting to hear about the background to the herd and each of their stories. - Gregg
We had a fabulous morning at Elephant Moments. This was our second visit and we enjoyed it as much this time. Its so nice to get up close and personal with such a majestic animal. They are in a very natural environment and the whole experience feels right. Staff are wonderful and could not be more welcoming and friendly. The drive in is a bonus through Kapama game reserve. 10/10 highly recommend this experience. - Maurice
This is the most amazing experience. I really enjoyed and appreciate everything they do for the elephants and their guests. - Emma
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