Overview
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5 hours
Mobile ticket
Your friendly guide will pick you up directly from your hotel and transport you to the Elephant Sanctuary. As you look forward to seeing these majestic creatures, there is a tangible sense of anticipation in the air.
You are welcomed by the sound of trumpeting elephants as you enter the sanctuary. Your tour guide takes you to an expansive area where numerous elephants are free to roam. You watch in astonishment as they interact with one another, pushing and swinging their trunks.
You meet the elephant herd at the sanctuary and get to know each one's distinct character and background. You are touched by the staff's devotion to, love for, and efforts on behalf of these gentle giants.
You go on a guided tour of the sanctuary, where you discover more about the origins of elephants in Africa and the difficulties they encounter in the wild. Your tour guide shares their love for these creatures, and you leave feeling motivated to do your part to contribute to their preservation.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult
What To Expect
Elephant Sanctuary Hartbeesport Dam
Visit the Elephant Sanctuary situated on the Northen slopes of the picturesque Magaliesburg mountains. The tour through the Elephant sanctuary takes about 2 hours. Here you will learn more from these big gentle giants. The African Elephant, much bigger than the Indian Elephant are fascinating and there is no better way to learn more from these animals than being at a world class establishment such as the sanctuary. On your tour you will view and learn more from these majestic animals and have the opportunity to take as many pictures of the elephants. Pick up will be from your hotel or guest house in Johannesburg, Sandton or Pretoria.
Options
Elephant Sanctuary Tour from Johannesburg
Pickup included
What‘s Included
Hotel pickup and drop-off from Johannesburg and surrounding areas, Sandton or Pretoria
Driver/guide
2-hour elephant sanctuary tour
Transport by air-conditioned minivan
Food and drinks
Lunch
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
25 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Unforgettable Experience!
Safari07919396836,May 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Exceptional! Memorable! True hands on experience!
Awesome elephant sanctuary tour!
justinclements1995,Feb 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Jason was a solid guide, picked us up directly at the hotel, and was extremely knowledgeable of all the things we saw alongside the road. Once we arrived to the elephant sanctuary, we learned about the elephants, brushed them,and walked with them!
Amazing Elephants
azCindy2017,Feb 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Jason was warm, welcoming and was ready to answer any questions that we had. It was a spacious and smooth ride to and from the sanctuary to our hotel. The Elephant Sanctuary is a once lifetime experience. It was amazing to get so close to them. None of us wanted the experience to end. Highly recommend!
Absolutely fantastic experience way above my expectations
brigittebW2016AE,Nov 11, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Perfect organization and timing, personal pick-up and care by Jason. Felt completely safe as solo traveler. Very knowledgeable about animals and geography. Lion tour and elephant sanctuary very good value for price, can recommend Deeprift Ventours without any reservations, will definitely tell my friends to choose.
A must see in Johannesburg
Daryl T,Nov 2, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00An amazing experience. Staff were so knowledgeable and helpful. Fantastic photos up close. Surprises too.
Unforgettable experience
germannicolasf,Oct 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Everything was perfect! Jason is a really good driver and guide. Be with elephants is an unforgettable experience. It’s worth it.
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Eric W,Sep 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great guide in Jason. He told us about Johannesburg and South Africa while we drove. Great fun at the elephant sanctuary. Well worth the 1.5 hour trip out of Johannesburg.
Elephant experience is great!
Eric W,Sep 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was an intimate elephant experience with guides and handlers. We enjoyed it very much. It’s about 1 1/2 hours out of Johannesburg(we stayed at the airport area) and well worth the time.
Elephant experience
Robert W,Sep 29, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00About 1 1/2 hours out of Johannesburg is this Elephant sanctuary. It’s spectacular for the intimate experience.
Look no further!!!!
karynb360,Sep 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Absolutely the best!!! We had so much fun interacting with the elephants!! Checked off of our bucket list! Our driver, James was fantastic! Great job communicating, professional and on time! You won’t be disappointed!
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