0-3 hours
Daily Tour
15 people
English
The Reteti Elephant Sanctuary is a ground-breaking elephant sanctuary situated in the Namunyak Wildlife Conservancy in Northern Kenya. Particularly, it is the first community-owned and run elephant sanctuary in Africa, totally committed to rescuing abandoned and orphaned elephant calves. Their aim is to rehabilitate and reintroduce these young elephants back into wild herds close by Reteti. Through educational tours supporting the goal of the sanctuary, visitors can learn more about the challenges that elephants face and help to further their mission.
Tours typically include an educational talk, observation time at the viewing platform, and a behind-the-scenes look at the sanctuary's operations.
No, for the well-being of the elephants, visitors are not allowed to interact with them directly. However, you will get to observe them from a safe distance. Reteti's mission is to rescue, rewild and release the elephants, and to prepare them for their release. The keepers are the ones only allowed to interact with the elephants in order to minimise human interaction.
The duration can vary, but tours typically last around 1.5 hours. Reteti has 4 time slots for visits that coincide with the elephants’ feeding times.
The Sunrise Feed
Sarara & Reteti House guests only
5.30 am - 7.00 am (feeding is at 6.00 am)
The Morning Feed
Exclusive Group only
8.30 am - 10.00 am (feeding is at 9.00 am)
Other visitors are welcome when no exclusive group booked.
The Midday Feed
Public viewing
11.30 am - 13.00 pm (feeding is at 12.00 pm)
No more than 3 groups. Max 15 - 20 people.
The Evening Feed
Sarara & Reteti House guests only
17.30 pm - 19.00 pm (feeding is at 18.00 pm)
Absolutely! Learning about elephants and witnessing their heartwarming behaviors is a great experience for all ages.
In addition to booking a tour, consider making a donation to the sanctuary or purchasing handmade crafts from their gift shop, which directly supports the sanctuary and the local community.
Please wear dark green if possible, otherwise shades of brown or khaki.
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