Elephant Sanctuary Tour from Johannesburg or Pretoria

Elephant Sanctuary Tour from Johannesburg or Pretoria

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About This Tour in Pretoria

Visit the Elephant Sanctuary Hartbeespoort Dam on this 6-hour tour from Johannesburg or Pretoria. Located on the northern side of the Magaliesberg Mountain range, the Elephant Sanctuary provides a safe haven for elephants that have been rescued from abuse and illegal ownership and offers visitors educational programs that ar guest and elephant driven, meaning the most important part of the operation is to ensure happy elephants and satisfied guests. All the elephants are African Elephants (Loxodonta Africana) whose trust has been gained through unique reward based training. Elephant Sanctuary believes in forming bonds between humans and elephants. All the elephants are exercised and stimulated daily, which provides a firm foundation for trust. The Elephant Sanctuary is a family oriented operation catering for both young and old. You will not only learn a lot about elephants, but also get to touch, feel, feed, walk trunk-in-hand with these magnificent animals.

Why Visit Pretoria?

Pretoria, South Africa offers a wealth of attractions, cultural experiences, and activities for visitors. From historic landmarks to modern attractions, Pretoria provides an unforgettable travel experience with something to discover around every corner. Explore local cuisine, discover unique culture, and create lasting memories in this remarkable destination.

Getting to Pretoria

You can reach Pretoria, South Africa by air, train, or road depending on your starting location. The city offers various transportation options including taxis, public transit, and private transfers to help you reach your destination. Many hotels can arrange airport transfers, and local transportation options vary by location.

What's Included

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Mineral water
  • Driver/guide
  • Transport by air-conditioned minivan

What's Not Included

  • Food and drinks (unless otherwise stated)

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Additional Information

  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult

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Meeting and Pickup

Pickup Information

Pickup Option: Pickup available for all travelers

Pickup Time: 15 minutes before departure

Custom pickup locations may be available. Please contact the supplier for details.

Itinerary

Tour Itinerary

Full Elephant Sanctuary program 3 hours

Full Elephant Sanctuary program. This is a wonderful opportunity to get up close to these giant but gentle beasts. You will also learn a great deal about them. Some of these you will find amazing. The handlers and guides will answer all your questions and depending on the time of your visit you will be allowed to assist with brushing them down or feeding them. You will also go for a walk with them and see their overnight quarters.

The Sanctuary is in the Magaliesberg Hartebeespoort Dam...

The Sanctuary is in the Magaliesberg Hartebeespoort Dam Region which is the regions most scenic area. The Magaliesberg Mountains form majestic cliffs at the border between the cooler high plateau ( the Highveld) and the warmer lower bushveld. At over 3 billion years the are the world's 2nd oldest visible mountain range. Beneath the cliffs lies the Hartebeespoort Dam created over a 100 years ago. Depending on the route the guide takes to get you to/from the Elephants you may cross the dam wall with its spouting plumes of water discharging through the walls in to the Crocodile River Gorge between the mountain cliffs.

You will pass by our capital city Pretoria

You will pass by our capital city Pretoria.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the cancellation policy?

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Is this tour suitable for all ages?

Please check the age requirements and physical fitness level requirements listed in the tour details above. Some tours may have age restrictions or require a certain level of physical fitness.

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