Santuário Privado de Elefantes
Descrição
É para mim imensa alegria saber do seu interesse pelos elefantes e pelo seu bem-estar. Eles são criaturas verdadeiramente magníficas que merecem nosso amor e cuidado. Permita-me apresentar-me, à minha equipa e ao meu Centro de Reabilitação de Elefantes. Pertencente e administrado por um ex-cavaleiro de elefante (Mahout), embora tenhamos sido fundados em 2012, o envolvimento da minha família com elefantes se estende por quatro gerações. Antes do centro, trabalhei como cavaleiro de elefante no Palácio de Âmbar durante nove anos, oferecendo passeios a cavalo para turistas. No entanto, ansiava por algo mais significativo para os elefantes e procurava dissipar conceitos errados sobre o seu tratamento. Motivado por este desejo, fundei o Centro de Reabilitação para fornecer informações sobre a vida dos elefantes asiáticos e para combater conceitos errados sobre os seus maus-tratos. Damos as boas-vindas aos visitantes para que experimentem em primeira mão as nossas condições de vida ecológicas e testemunhem o trabalho que fazemos para proporcionar uma vida melhor aos elefantes.
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Informações importantes
- Acessibilidade para cadeira de rodas
- Bebês e crianças pequenas podem andar em um carrinho
- Opções de transporte público disponíveis perto
- Assentos infantis disponíveis
- Opções de transporte com acessibilidade para cadeirantes
- Todas as áreas e superfíceis são acessíveis para cadeirantes
- Não recomendado para viajantes com problemas de coluna
- Adequado para todos os níveis de condicionamento físico
Avaliações(523)
We had a wonderful visit with Elephantastic. We fed the elephants, watched them have a mud bath, and then hosed them down. It was up close and personal. Guides were fantastic as well and spoke English clearly. Our family really enjoyed the experience. Recommended!
"Thank you so much for this wonderful review and high recommendation! We are thrilled to hear that your family had such a memorable and joyful visit with us at Elefantastic. Watching our rescued gentle giants enjoy their mud bath and splashing around during the hose-down is always a highlight, and we are so glad you got to experience those intimate moments together. Our guides take great pride in sharing their knowledge and ensuring every guest feels informed, engaged, and welcome throughout the visit. Thank you for choosing ethical wildlife tourism and supporting our rescue sanctuary. Your family will always have a warm welcome waiting for you whenever you return to Jaipur! 🐘💦"
We loved this experience! It was fun, informative and the sanctuary is very well-run. Shoaib, Phoddar Uncle and Mr. Dabbu were outstanding. I would highly recommend visiting Elefantastic!
"Thank you so much for your enthusiastic review and high recommendation! We are thrilled to hear that you had such a fun, informative, and seamless visit with us. Running an ethical sanctuary means putting the well-being of our rescued elephants first while creating an organized, engaging space for our guests, and we are so glad that shone through. I will be sure to pass your special shoutouts directly to Shoaib, Phoddar Uncle, and Mr. Dabbu—they will be delighted to know their care and hospitality made your visit so memorable. Thank you for supporting ethical wildlife care at Elefantastic. You are now part of our sanctuary family, and we hope to welcome you back to Jaipur again one day! 🐘🙏"
**Who is happier? The one who serves another, or the one who receives another’s care?** This question keeps coming back to me. At **Elefantastic**, the unique sanctuary for elephants here in Jaipur, Rajasthan, I had the opportunity to spend more than two hours exploring this question through personal experience and observation. Let me say one thing at the outset: it does not really matter whether, in the end, one or the other is happier. It is simply a question that occupies me personally. Everyone should be free to have their own experience and to find their own answer. At Elefantastic, I had the privilege of meeting a whole group of particularly beautiful people. **Rahul** picked me up at THE LEELA and later drove me back. We had some wonderfully kind and interesting conversations along the way, and I am grateful to have met this warm and beautiful human being. **Mr. Vicky** welcomed me and was my attentive guide at the elephant sanctuary. And then there is **Soyab**, the caretaker of the elephant Padma, whom I was privileged to look after myself for two hours. In Soyab, I met a wonderful, knowledgeable and deeply devoted human being. Caring for one of God’s particularly beautiful creatures — Padma — has become the centre of his life. Day after day, he is there for Padma. He talks to her. He knows her. He accompanies her through life. Soyab makes sure that Padma always has enough to eat — an enormous task that never ends. He takes her for walks. Padma is a slow walker: she takes her time with every single step. And as she walks, she seems completely at peace within herself — happy, content and serene in every respect. Soyab takes her to her mud bath after Padma has first covered herself generously in sand. He cleans her with a powerful stream of water, lets her drink directly from it through her beautiful trunk, and thoroughly massages her large, beautiful body, with all the time and care that such a task deserves. With an elephant of this size, there is, after all, a great deal to brush and massage. Discreetly and efficiently, one of Soyab’s colleagues takes care of Padma’s waste. And so I return to my original question. **Who is happier — the one who cares for another, or the one who is being cared for?** I believe that someone who cares for another out of devotion and inner conviction can experience a **double happiness**. The first is the happiness of doing work that he has chosen for himself — work that is meaningful, worthwhile and good. The second is the happiness of seeing the one for whom he does this work happy and content. A never-ending circle of happiness. I certainly do not mean to suggest that this work is easy. Quite the opposite. It consists of routines that are repeated day after day, again and again. It is demanding, physically exhausting and requires perseverance and great strength. But it is **meaningful. And it is good.** I am deeply grateful to Soyab for allowing me to be his humble assistant for two hours. And I wish the entire team at Elefantastic — and all the elephants who are fortunate enough to live there — God’s blessing, happiness, good health and, from the bottom of my heart, all the very best.
"We are deeply humbled and moved by your extraordinarily thoughtful, wise, and heartfelt review. Thank you for taking the time to share such a profound reflection with us and the world. Your exploration of caregiving—and the 'double happiness' born from meaningful service—captures the very spirit of Elefantastic. When Soyab walks alongside Padma, moving strictly at her unhurried pace, there is no master or servant; there is only mutual trust, deep companionship, and a shared, quiet peace. To have a guest recognize the physical dedication, routine, and profound purpose behind that work is the highest form of appreciation our team could ever receive. Rahul, Mr. Vicky, Soyab, and the entire sanctuary family are deeply honored by your kind words and your humble spirit as an assistant for those two hours. Padma surely felt the warmth, peace, and respect you brought with you. May God bless you richly in all your journeys, and may you carry that 'circle of happiness' with you wherever you go. Our home in Jaipur will always be open to you! 🐘🙏✨"
We did the 5 day, Golden Triangle tour through Elefantastic. We explored New Delhi, Agra, and Jaipur. Stayed at the Elefantastic camps for 2 nights and everything was very affordable. Our driver Pappu Ji was very accommodating and knowledgeable sharing bits about each city we travelled to. In addition great tour guides were provided in each city .
"Thank you so much for taking the time to share your wonderful feedback! We are thrilled to hear that your 5-day Golden Triangle tour with Elefantastic was such a memorable, seamless, and affordable journey. Navigating Delhi, Agra, and Jaipur is an incredible experience, and we are so glad that our handpicked city guides and the 2-night stay at our sanctuary camps added so much comfort and insight to your trip. I will be sure to pass your special compliments along to Pappu Ji—he takes immense pride in taking great care of our guests and sharing the rich stories of each region along the way! Thank you for placing your trust in our team. You will always have a warm welcome and a home waiting for you here in Jaipur! 🐘✨"
Such a beautiful experience This was easily one of my favourite experiences in Jaipur. There is something quite amazing about being able to spend a few hours so close to an elephant and slowly getting comfortable feeding her, touching her, walking with her and helping bathe her. The person who really made the experience for us was Phodaar uncle, her caretaker. Watching the two of them together was lovely — you could see how well he knows her and how comfortable she is with him. He was incredibly gentle with both her and us, and let us take our time rather than making the experience feel staged or hurried. Such a memorable afternoon and something I’m very glad we did.
"Thank you so much for taking the time to share such a heartwarming and reflective review! We are deeply honored to hear that this was one of your favorite experiences during your time in Jaipur. Creating a relaxed, unhurried space where our guests can gently connect with these magnificent animals at their own pace is at the heart of everything we do. I will be sure to pass your lovely compliments directly to Phodaar uncle! He takes immense pride in caring for his elephant companion, and his quiet, compassionate approach is a true reflection of our sanctuary's values. Thank you for choosing to support ethical animal care at Elefantastic. You will always be a welcome member of our sanctuary family! 🐘🙏"
Really special experience. You get to spend proper time with the elephants — feeding them, walking alongside them, bathing them and generally just hanging out — rather than it feeling like a rushed tourist attraction. A particular shoutout to Phodaar uncle, who takes care of the elephant we spent our time with. He clearly has an incredible bond with her and made us feel completely comfortable around such an enormous animal. He was patient, funny and clearly genuinely cares for her. We came away with a very different appreciation for elephants. Would absolutely recommend this to anyone visiting Jaipur.
"Thank you so much for this beautiful and thoughtful review! We are deeply honored that your time with us gave you a brand-new appreciation for elephants. Creating an unhurried, intimate space where guests can spend meaningful, quality time with our rescued gentle giants—without ever feeling rushed like a typical tourist stop—is exactly what we strive for. I will be sure to pass your special shoutout along to Phodaar uncle! He is indeed a wonderful, compassionate soul, and the deep love and respect he has for his elephant companion is something we are proud of every day. Thank you for supporting ethical wildlife care and for recommending Elefantastic so highly to fellow travelers in Jaipur. You are now a cherished part of our sanctuary family! 🐘🙏"
Unique experience and above all warmth welcome from the owner and the team making this experience one of our best memories of this trip in India.
"Thank you so much for taking the time to share such a heartwarming review! We are deeply honored that your visit to Elefantastic stands out as one of the best memories of your journey through India. Our founder, Rahul, and our entire sanctuary team treat every single guest like an extension of our own family. Combining genuine Indian hospitality with ethical, compassionate care for our rescued gentle giants is our life’s work, and knowing that you felt that warmth from the moment you arrived means everything to us. Thank you for choosing ethical tourism and bringing such wonderful energy to our sanctuary. You will always have a home waiting for you here in Jaipur! 🐘🙏"
It was super cool. We met the elephants, fed them, went for a walk, and gave them a bath. They keep them free and well cared for. The staff was also very attentive and kind. Highly recommended!
"¡Muchísimas gracias por esta estupenda reseña! Nos alegra de corazón saber que disfrutasteis de una experiencia tan especial con nosotros en Elefantastic. Nuestra misión principal es garantizar el bienestar, la libertad y el cuidado respetuoso de nuestros elefantes rescatados. Saber que pudisteis conectar con ellos de una forma tan natural durante la comida, el paseo y el baño significa todo para nuestro equipo. Le pasaré vuestras amables palabras a todo el personal. ¡Gracias por apoyar el turismo ético y por recomendarnos! Vuestra familia siempre será bienvenida de vuelta en Jaipur. 🐘✨"
What a magical experience! We went to meet the elephants as a family of three and had the best experience with Shaku the elephant. The guides were really knowledgable and didn’t rush us through the morning. We got to interact with the elephants at our own pace, wash them (have them wash us) and explore their surroundings. Such a special experience for my children - thank you!
"Thank you so much for this glowing review! We are absolutely delighted to hear that your family had such a magical and unhurried morning with us at Elefantastic. Shaku loved spending time with your family, and she takes special delight in the water play during bath time! Creating an educational, relaxed, and safe environment where children can connect with our rescued gentle giants at their own pace is at the heart of our mission. I will be sure to pass your kind words along to our guides. Thank you for choosing ethical wildlife tourism and supporting our rescue sanctuary. Your family is now a part of ours, and we hope to welcome you all back to Jaipur again one day! 🐘💦"
Such a great and amazing expérience! Everyone was so kind and Sampa was the cutest elefants! This expérience was unbelivable like a dream !
"Thank you so much for this beautiful review! We are absolutely thrilled to hear that your visit to Elefantastic felt like an unbelievable dream come true. Sampa is indeed the absolute cutest, and she loves nothing more than meeting kind, gentle souls like you! Providing a safe, loving sanctuary where our rescued elephants can thrive—and where our guests feel like part of the family—is our life's passion. Thank you for supporting our rescue mission. Sampa sends her love back to you, and we hope to welcome you home to Jaipur again one day! 🐘✨"
