Elephant Sanctuary Tour from Johannesburg: Meet the Herd
Each elephant at the sanctuary has its own character and history you'll learn by name.
A guided tour from Johannesburg to the Elephant Sanctuary includes hotel pickup, transport by air-conditioned minivan, and a two-hour walk through the sanctuary where you meet the resident herd and learn about African elephants and conservation challenges. Your guide shares the staff's knowledge of each animal's background and the sanctuary's work to protect these gentle giants.
Step-by-step itinerary
Elephant Sanctuary Tour from Johannesburg
- Pick up from hotel
- Travel to Elephant Sanctuary
- Meet elephant herd
- Guided tour of sanctuary
- Learn about African elephants
- Take photos of elephants
- Return to hotel
What’s included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off from Johannesburg, Sandton or Pretoria.
- transport by air-conditioned minivan.
- a professional driver and guide who speaks English.
- a two-hour guided tour of the Elephant Sanctuary.
Times
- Every day 06:00 08:00
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The experience
The tour starts with pickup from your hotel in Johannesburg, Sandton or Pretoria, then a drive to the Elephant Sanctuary situated on the northern slopes of the Magaliesburg mountains. Once you arrive, you're welcomed by the sound of trumpeting elephants as you enter the grounds. The sanctuary sits on expansive terrain where the herd roams freely, and your guide takes you through the area to watch the elephants interact: pushing, swinging their trunks, and moving as a group.
Over the two-hour sanctuary tour, you meet individual elephants and learn each one's distinct character and background from the staff. The guide shares information about African elephants, how they differ from Indian elephants, and the difficulties they face in the wild. You'll have plenty of time to photograph the animals as they move through the sanctuary. The staff's devotion to the herd is visible in how they speak about the animals and the care they provide.
The whole outing takes about five hours from pickup to drop-off. Transport is by air-conditioned minivan, and your guide speaks English throughout the day. Children from age four are welcome, as long as they're accompanied by an adult. The sanctuary is described as a world-class establishment, and the experience is designed to leave you motivated to contribute to elephant conservation.
Is this one for you?Pick this if you're visiting with family or a small group and prefer watching elephants from designated viewing areas rather than hands-on interaction: the two-hour walk and five-hour total time fit a single day in Johannesburg.
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Top questions
Can children come?
Yes. Ticket types: Child (4 to 13 years). Children under 4 can't be included in the booking.
What do you actually do during the two hours at the sanctuary?
You walk through the expansive grounds where the elephants roam freely, watch them interact with one another, and meet individual animals while your guide shares their stories and background. You'll have time to take photographs throughout.
How long is the whole tour from hotel pickup to drop-off?
The full experience takes about five hours, which includes the drive to and from the sanctuary and the two-hour guided walk through the grounds.
What makes the African elephants at this sanctuary different from other elephants?
African elephants are much bigger than Indian elephants, and your guide will share what makes them fascinating during the tour. The sanctuary focuses on these specific animals and their conservation in Africa.
Does the tour include food or drinks?
Food and drinks are not included in the tour, so you may want to eat before pickup or bring water for the drive.
Elephant Sanctuary Tour from Johannesburg: Meet the Herd
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