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Knysna Elephant Park

Autobahn N2 Richtung Plettenberg Bay, Knysna 6570, South Africa
+27 (0) 4457-7732
Ranked #2 of 28 attractions in Knysna
4.5 of 5 stars 175 Reviews
Type: Nature/ Wildlife Areas, Zoos
Activities: Group tours/safari
Traveler Description: Knysna Elephant Park that's situated outside of Knysna, on the way to Plettenbergbay. On Arrival, go to the Reception, to book a time, when you will... more »
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Wellesley, Massachusetts
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3 reviews 3 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 22, 2012 NEW

The private walk with the elephants at dawn was incomparable. Such a rare opportunity to commune with these beautiful creatures. More

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Gordon's Bay, South Africa
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12 reviews 12 reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 19, 2012

My wife and I loved every moment, it is a must for everybody. More

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london
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18 reviews 18 reviews
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6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 14, 2012

Even though I was scared to touch the elephants I still enjoyed myself being able to feed them. Great being able to walk along with the elephants and the elephants seemed to enjoy themselves. More

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Plettenberg Bay, South Africa
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13 reviews 13 reviews
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4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 13, 2012

We decided to go back after some years to enjoy Mothers Day lunch at the resturant at the Elephant Park and once again it was superb. The roast with all the trimmings is the best available in the Plett and Knysna area at the moment. Simon the chef needs to be congratulated on once again delivering on a superb meal.... More

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Knysna
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11 reviews 11 reviews
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5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 11, 2012

This is the closest I ever got to an elephant. They are very special sensitive animals. Having an elephant take food out of my hand is an experience I will never forget. More

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Dormagen
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13 reviews 13 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 11, 2012

This was absolutely outstanding! My friends had been travelling around Africa for a year already, but even they were overwhelmed! There were 8 elephants and 8 tourists, with 3 - 5 guides monitoring the safety of everyone involved. Your could touch and take pictures, and when you brought the bucket of fruit (optional, extra charge) the elephants were overwhelmed as... More

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UK
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30 reviews 30 reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
18 helpful votes 18 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed May 9, 2012

The guides did not offer any information (but did answer questions knowledgeably when asked). It fell well short of Monkeyland, Birds of Eden and Snake Park. Even a trip to Nature's Valley Beach was more enjoyable. More

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Cornwall
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12 reviews 12 reviews
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 8, 2012

The complex was well run, clean, staff were excellant. The Elephants were well kept,& co-operative. More

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Hull, England
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6 reviews 6 reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 6, 2012

This is a must visit to get up close and personable with these great animals, but also contribute to the local preservation of this species. More

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Berrien Springs, Michigan
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6 reviews 6 reviews
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 3, 2012

We went not sure of what to expect. I was a bit sad to realize that to a certain point these animals are a bit domesticated. They are taught to stand behind a bar to be fed and then guests are allowed to get close to them and touch them. I loved being able to touch them, however I had... More

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