I don't know about the previous review but you DO NOT ride elephants at this sanctuary. The elephant family here have been either abused or for whatever reason cannot live in the wild and the sanctuary looks after them for the rest of their lives. The guides take you out into the bush and you walk with the elephants, you can touch them and then feed them. It was a lovely experience to see them up close and know that they are totally looked after.

Incredible experience interacting with two different elephants at the sanctuary. We were picked up exactly on time from out lodge and taken to the sanctuary. We were given a short safety brief and then directly to where the elephants were coming in. We learned a significant amount about the African elephants from the keepers while we touched them, and photos were taken. We were next to the elephants for 30-45 minutes and have some incredible photos. We would definitely do this experience again and applaud the work of the sanctuary.

Most wonderful experience ever! We did the morning excursion which was $90 per person. They gave us plenty of treats to feed the elephants and the price also included photos with the elephants! This was truly an unforgettable experience and I most highly recommend!

I can't really expand on the other raving reviews, but this was the highlight of our 3 week trip to Africa. To be able to spend an afternoon with these wonderful animals is beyond magical for the entire family. The kids were able to get behind their ears and rub the ears and bodies, hug their trunks, walk with them as they fed, and then feed them treats. It is truly remarkable what they can do with their trunks, even suck up the food and blow it into their mouths. It is a reserve for abused animals that are given the a secure place to spend the night but free in the day. Eventually they stop coming back to the safe spot and are soft released to the large sanctuary. There was some confusion about getting the video but when I wrote they immediately got me the photos and video of the family - it has been shared with a great many very jealous friends.

This was an experience of a lifetime! We were able to walk with the elephants, feed them, touch them and I even hugged one of them (their leg that is). I do not want to support a place where they allow you to ride the elephants....and this place does not. Lots of good information was provided throughout our adventure. It is 100% privately funded, so even though it was expensive, I feel it went to a wonderful cause.

Just Wow! I've done elephant experiences in other places and was never allowed to actually touch the elephant, just hand them a cabbage from behind a barrier. This was amazing walking out in the Zambezi National Park with a family of elephants. The protectors that were out with the group were very informative and had a great relationship with these beautiful animals. We were able to feel their ears, legs, tusks, trunks and have a connection. After we walked with the herd to a boma we were able to give them some elephant treats. It was AMAZING. There was a photographer along with us and he took amazing photos that we could purchase after as well as a video. I was so appreciative to all of the protectors for keeping us safe from the warthogs that wanted the elephant cookies. "Trunk up" was a request the elephants loved. If in the area don't miss this opportunity.

What majestic animals, and the gentlemen that monitor them, really do care for them. Small group activity, where you get to walk with and touch the elephants. They are protected in a sanctuary and have been rescued or relocated from other sanctuaries. I felt safe at all times and really enjoyed the morning. Snacks and drinks were provided afterwards, as was transport to and from the sanctuary.

My wife and I booked this excursion during our stay at Victoria Falls, as elephants are her favorite animal, and we are so glad that we did. This was truly one of the highlights of our stay there. After seeing dozens of elephants during our safaris in Kruger National Park, to interact with and walk with these magnificent creatures was such an amazing experience, especially for my wife. The staff were very knowledgeable and kind, and you could tell they truly care about these animals.

My daughter and I did this visit as part of a planned itinerary by our travel guide (Ntaba). We were picked up at our Victoria Falls lodge by Wild Horizons and transported to the sanctuary. Upon arrival we were briefed and an additional participant joined us. We loaded into jeeps and went out into the bush where the elephants were last spotted. We found them browsing on leaves and small tree branches and were able to walk and interact with them. I will never forget the feel of their skin...the textures of their ears, trunk and legs were so unique. These were definitely gentle giants. The guides were informative and able to answer all our questions. With only three guests in our group we definitely received very personalized attention. Toward the end of the visit we fed them some elephant pellets--either trunk up or trunk down... when we were out of pellets the elephants wandered around a bit and then simply walked on their merry way. After returning to the main building we were provided snacks and had the opportunity to ask questions. Overall it was a fun personalized experience. I did purchase the video and picture package and was glad I did. The quality of the video was really good and definitely captured our visit. There was NO indication from our visit that elephant rides are taking place. The elephants all looked very healthy and were given the opportunity to interact with us or simply walk away.