Elephat interaction Hartebeespoort
The Elephant Sanctuary
Hartbeespoort Dam

We offer guest and elephant driven programs where the most important part of our operation is happy elephants and satisfied guests. Our programs offer one of a kind elephant interaction and are unique to the Elephant Sanctuary.

Accommodation at the Elephant SanctuaryJoin us for an intimate overnight stay in our ten-bedded Indo-African lodge. Your room shares a common wall with one of our elephant's stables - you will be amazed how quiet they actually are!

Accommodation Options:

Khumba Suite:
Twin-bedded, en-suite bathroom (two three quarter beds). Bedroom open-plan to bathroom which comprises shower, basin, toilet.
Rates:
R 1 495.00 per person per night sharing
R 1 745.00 per single

Mosadi Family Suite:
Two twin-bedded bedrooms (two three quarter beds per room). Shared bathroom between the two rooms with interleading doors. Bathroom comprises a ball-and-claw bath, shower, basin and toilet. The suite has four beds and one bathroom.
This room is suitable for Dad, Mom and children.
Rates:
R 1 695.00 per person per night sharing
R 1 995.00 per single
Children Rates: 3 - 14 yrs 50% of adult rate

Thandi Honeymoon Suite:
A queen bed with an exquisite open-plan bathroom complete with ball-and-claw bath, shower, basin and toilet. Mini bar and tea/coffee station. Very romantic!
Rates:
R 1 895.00 per person per night sharing
R 2 245.00 per single

Jabu Thatch Luxury Suite:
A very spacious suite comprising two double beds next to one another.
En-suite bathroom, comprising toilet, double basins, shower with bath combination. Mini bar and tea/coffee station.
Rates:
Elephant Rides and programsR 1 895.00 per person per night sharing
R 2 245.00 per single

Elephant rides and programs are available on all accommdation options
View the programs....

Lodge facilities:

  • Accommodation adjoins the elephant stables.
  • A covered patio and lounge for relaxing/reading.
  • A secluded swimming pool in the forest a few steps from the lodge.
  • Main deck overlooking the elephant boma/adjoining curio shop and bar.
  • Treehouse deck to observe elephants swimming.
  • Fully licensed bar. Curio shop with interesting mostly elephant related items.

Meals:
Four course dinner around an open fire in the boma; breakfast served on main deck overlooking elephants. Tea, coffee and welcome drink included.

For own account:
Bar beverages, curios and gratuities

Hartebeespoort Dam, near JohannesburgOvernight Elephant Experience: Duration from 16h00 to 10h00 the next morning:

  • 16h00 Arrival - Welcome drinks
  • Check in and chill out observing the elephants from the main deck or have a swim in the lodge pool.
  • 17h00 See the elephants stabled for the night followed by a walk to the mountain deck for sundowners. Return to the lodge for a four course dinner in the boma where you can relax around a log fire.
  • 07h00 - next morning - Be ready on the main deck for morning brushdowns of the elephants. You will get introduced to the elephants with a chance to interact and form bonds with them, walk with them, feed them and learn more about their behaviour, anatomy, social structure and more.
  • Breakfast is usually served after the brushdowns and walk.
  • 10h00 Programme ends. Rooms to be vacated by 10h30 please.

Seasonal rate from: R1 495.00 to R1 895.00 per person per night sharing


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PO Box 770
Jukskei Park
2153
Gauteng
Phone:011 315 1534
Email: travel@kdr.co.za

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