South Africa Elephant Back Safaris – following in the footsteps of the Ancients: Elephants, the largest land animals in the world, inspire a sense of awe and respect in most people. Weighing up to 6 tons (11 000 pounds) and speeds up to 40km/hr, this monster of the animal kingdom has an impressive presence.
While most people will never have the opportunity to approach or even touch these animals, many game reserves in South Africa (see: www.sa-venues.com) offer both a unique opportunity to an elephant safari. Imagine yourself perched 6ft in the air at the back of an elephant 6 tons, slowly making your way through open veld or dense forests. It’s a safari like no other. As such, an elephant safari in South Africa are increasing in popularity.
Game viewing on elephant back provides you the unique opportunity to become really close to wildlife (see: www.sa-venues.com/wildlife) that you could normally only view from afar. The smell of elephants that afflicts so many other animals such as rhino, giraffe and buck etc will not be frightened by the smell of people nearby. As such you are able to get closer to the amazing wildlife. A safari on elephant back to most of the reserves game is generally considered good event including meals and of course, the elephant ride. Elephants are prepared with a comfortable seat and you sit behind an experienced elephant handler. An elephant back safaris usually last about one hour and 30 minutes. While your first few minutes on the back of this monstrous animal will be supported with more than a little apprehension, but rest assured that the safari begins and you become accustomed to the rhythmic movements and tranquility of the elephant, the experience that follows will be incredible.
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