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Directions: The Knysna Elephant Park is situated midway between Knysna and Plettenberg Bay South Africa and is approximately 12 Km from Plettenberg Bay travelling east from Knysna on the national road (N2).

ELEPHANT BOMA ACCOMMODATION

Self Catering



The Knysna Elephant Park now offers a unique experience in accommodation. Their upmarket Elephant Boma  allow guests to "sleep with the elephants". Share the elephant's feeding, playing and sleeping habits from the comfort of the lounge with its large windows that overlook their boma. Fall asleep to all the communicating sounds of these magnificent creatures.

The common lounge has a patio with a braai area, which overlooks the Knysna Elephant Park and is a great spot to view the elephants when they are out and about.

  • Self Catering

  • Fully equipped kitchen

  • DSTV

  • 3 Shower/toilets (not en-suite)

  • 4 twin bedded rooms, 1 kingsize & 2 singles in the second lounge

  • Washing machine & tumble dryer

  • Bath towels only

  • Braai facility

  • Serviced daily

For elephant lovers worldwide this is an opportunity no to be missed.

Bunk House Accommodation & Indlovu Environmental Experience Centre

Set in the heart of the bio-diverse Garden Route, the Indlovu Environmental Experience Centre makes an ideal venue for visiting schools, special interest and college groups, wishing to explore this area. The presence of our elephants, the indigenous flora and fauna, our environmental educational facilities and the Parks proximity to the other attractions of the Garden Route make it one of the best utilised centres. Attending our half-hourly lecture tours is an important part of any environmental education program at the park, and, in keeping with our vision:

Through creating environmental awareness, we;
help to create a culture of caring for our earth, and
unlock employment opportunities for the people of our country.

BUNK HOUSE ACCOMMODATION



Dormitory Style accommodation for sports teams, schools, back- packers and large special interest groups. The bunkhouse takes up to 76 people, in shared accommodation of various sizes, with spacious, clean ablutions. A lovely kitchen with indoor braai facility. Cozy lounge area adjoining conference/dining hall.

  • Communal Lounge and kitchen area

  • Kitchen is equipped with pots & pans and cooking utensils

  • Communal Ablutions

  • Communal fridge and freezer

  • Braai Facitlity

  • Television

Optional Extras     Can be arranged on request 

  • Catering

  • Bed linen

  • Cutlery, plates & cups

The Indlovu Environmental Experience Centre Conference Room can accommodate:

  • 120 people cinema-style

  • 80 people schoolroom style

  • Catering can be arranged on request

  • A self-catering option is available.

  • Conferencing Equipment is available on request.

    Round of your elephant experience with a delicious meal at Askaris Restaurant.

All safaris end at Askaris Restaurant which is outsouced to a brilliant chef Matthew Zeeman.

The restaurant has a large sunny deck over looking the dam for those lazy summer days and a cosy fireplace for the chilly winter ones.

There is a lovely playground for the kiddies and the dam is stocked with beautiful water fowl.

Sundowner Group Packages

Spend an evening enjoying snack platters and sundowners whilst interacting with the elephants at our ‘Elephant Lounge’. With spectacular views of the Knysna forest and Outeniqua mountain range get a once in a lifetime opportunity to get to know these gentle giants awaits you. Our well-trained guides will unfold the story of the African Elephant and their plight across the continent. The Sundowner package is for groups of more than ten people wishing to interact with the elephants on a more exclusive basis.

Duration:  ± 2˝ hours

Minimum:  10 persons                                    Maximum:  50 persons

Including: 

  • The package is inclusive of snack platers and wine/beer, however, special requests can be catered for

  • Guests are transported to the Elephant Lounge in an open game-veiwing vehicle, where they will be met by our hosts.

  • The elephants, their handlers and guides are on hand until approx. 19h00.

  • The group package caters for groups from 10 - 50 guests, and always offers 'exclusivity' to your group.

  • The vehicle returns guests to the main reception area by approx. 19h30.

  • We are flexible, and can cater for individual group needs.

  • Additional entertainment (eg. talks, concerts etc.) or requests can be arranged.

Weather permitting  - Booking is essential

ELEPHANT WALKING SAFARIS
A rare opportunity to get close to these gentle giants.

Experience the famous Knysna forest alongside our African elephants. A guided nature walk through the fynbos, into the valley and stunning indigenous and exotic forests at 'elephant pace'. Get a once in a lifetime opportunity to follow in the footsteps of these incredible creatures. Round off this spiritual experience while enjoying the ambience of scenic views and a meal at our lapa.

Duration:  ± 2˝ hours

Options:  Breakfast walk or Lunch walk

Minimum:  2 persons                                    Maximum:  10 persons

Requirements:  Moderately fit, good walking shoes, hat, sunscreen, insect repelant & camera.

Including: 

  • Meal and refreshments

  • Friends of the elephants certificate

  • A book 'The Knysna Elephants and their forest home'.

  • A bottle of genuine elephant dung

Weather permitting  - Booking is essential

SUNRISE & SUNSET WALKING SAFARIS

For something extra special try one of our exclusive Sunrise or Sunset Walking Safaris where you and your loved one will have our gentle giants all to yourselves. Enjoy a spectacular African sunrise or sunset as you walk through the fynbos and stunning forests with our elephants to keep you company. Our informative guides will impart stories of the Knysna elephants and surrounding natural wonders. Upon return take pleasure in breathtaking views of the Outeniqua mountain range as you sip on a glass of chilled champagne.

Duration:  ± 2˝ hours

Options:  Sunrise Walk or Sunset Walk

Minimum:  Private Safari

Requirements:  Moderately fit, good walking shoes, hat, sunscreen, camera.

Including: 

  • Sunrise - Champagne breakfast and refreshments.

  • Sunset - Champagne, snack platters and refreshments.

  • Friends of the elephants certificate

  • A book 'The Knysna Elephants and their forest home'.

  • A bottle of genuine elephant dung

Weather permitting  - Booking is essential

Share Our Vision
Through creating environmental awareness, we help to create a culture of caring for our earth, and unlock employment opportunities for the people of our country.

 

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