SOUTH AFRICA OUTDOORS
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Pilanesberg Elephant Back Safaris P.O.Box 3466 Sun City 0316 Tel: +27 14 552 5020 OR +27 83 382 5905 Fax: +27 86 620 2089 Email:adventures@gametrac.co.za;pebs@xsinet.co.za www.pilanesbergelephantback.co.za
The African
Elephant and their plight across the African continent remains one of the
greatest and most controversial issues for modern day conservationists. With
wild habitats for elephant populations shrinking the total amount of land for
these herds are being reduced at an alarming rate! More recently this relationship re-appeared in Southern Africa in the form of Elephant-Back Safaris. Culling operations in Zimbabwe in the 70;s and 80’s produced a number of orphans being sold to private farmers in an attempt to raise much needed funds for National parks. The elephants were soon to outgrow their small habitats on farms and It was through these culls that the Zimbabwean model for domesticated elephants was born, based on the overall vision that allows for Domesticated elephants to pursue a lifestyle, which is similar to wild elephants and at the same time, through tourism play a vital role in conservation through education. This unique relationship between man and elephant is based on the utilization of positive reinforcement training methods and founded on trust and mutual respect between man and animal. Pilanesberg Elephant-Back Safaris opened in South Africa 2002 bringing untold joy to visiting tourists and offering these elephants a safe and secure home and future. PRODUCTS: Groups A variety of packages are offered to larger groups of visitors which may include safaris, or interaction experiences. Set menus for Breakfasts, Lunches and Dinners can be arranged on the picturesque “Elephant Wallow” terrace. |
Nestled comfortably at the
foot of the ancient Pilanesberg lies the “Elephant
Join Chikwenya, Sharu, Mana, Sapi, Michael and young Lesego for an extraordinary and exhilarating journey along ancient game trails. Seated comfortably on the back of Nature’s true “King of the Beasts”; experience an age-old African tradition whilst silently exploring the majestic Letsatsing Reserve and the secrets of their resident wildlife, unnoticed….. Being witness to this mutually enriching and rewarding relationship between man and elephant in a modern day Africa promises to add perspective to each visitor’s perception of the African elephant, and their on-going plight across our African Continent.:
Scheduled elephant-back safaris run daily, promising visitors much more than just a game-viewing experience, but a closer insight into the world’s largest mammal, the African Elephant.
“The Spirit of these Great Creatures will Never leave you…..”
Elephant–Back Safaris: Scheduled trips leave from the Welcome Centre, Sun City. Guests are transferred to the “Elephant Wallow” where they are met by experienced Elephant Guides, who will host them on their safari. This elephant experience takes approximately 3 hours. Light snacks are served on “The Wallow” terrace after the safari. Return transfer is back to the Welcome Centre.
Interaction and Lunch with the Elephants: Guests are transferred to “The Elephant Wallow” from the Welcome Centre, Sun City. Experienced guides will host your elephant interaction where guests are encouraged to touch, feed, photograph and learn more about these amazing animals. A lite lunch menu is then enjoyed on the Wallow deck, the elephants themselves providing the perfect backdrop. This activity takes approximately 1 1/2 hours.
Return transfer is back to the Welcome Centre. |
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Wallow”,
a special place where Man and Elephant find their lives closely intertwined.