Elephant Art Safari
Victoria Falls
Elephant Art Safari Victoria Falls
Activity Description
The Wild Horizons Elephant Sanctuary and Art of Africa have teamed up to create an eco conscious and unique elephant experience, brought to life by the artistic strokes of your fingertips, while surrounded by the African bush.
An open-design thatch Boma gives guests an uninterrupted view of the beautiful Masuwe River, and against this breath-taking back drop, guests will be given an insightful and educational presentation on the Wild Horizons Elephant Sanctuary and Orphange.
The sanctuary was founded on the principle of conservation, and one of the most effective ways to evoke a sense of environmental responsibility is to show what stands to be lost. Guests will have an opportunity to talk to guides that have journeyed – physically and metaphorically, incredible distances with these elephant, and learn more about the complexities of the individuals and the herd structures. Guests will learn about the elephant as well as their history and how they came to be in our care as well as the threats facing elephant populations today, in an interesting and informative talk.
Guests then venture down to a waterhole and mud wallow where, under the shade of an enormous Mopane tree, they will find a chair and easel – each set up with a fresh sheet of paper. Brightly coloured aprons and palettes with bright splotches of paint will also be handed out.
A private tutor is provided to guide guests through a painting workshop, using their sketch pads and brush to capture the moment. Soon guests’ white sheets of paper will be transformed into a canvas with a glorious blue sky, sunshine, yellow, brown or green grass and of course elephants.
Once finished, guests will go back to “The Wallow” for a delicious two course buffet lunch accompanied by a cold beverage rounding off a perfect morning’s experience. After lunch guests will be transferred back to their lodgings in Victoria Falls Town.
Notes
Age Restriction & Child Policy:
Minimum age: Children aged 5 and older can participate if accompanied by a parent. Management retains the right to refuse a child, whom they feel is unsuitable for the activity, for any reason.
Maximum age: There is no maximum age limit.
Children 5-11 years are half price, over 12 pay full price.
Language: English Elephant Art Safari with Wild Horizons
Dietary Requirements: Guests with specific dietary or religious (i.e. Kosher) requirements, please notify Wild Horizons prior to arrival. We endeavor to accommodate most requests, but require a reasonable time to do so.
Private Safari: Min charge/ pax number; 8 guests
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Arrangements
Duration Approximately 3 hours
When Pick up: 11h30 from hotels in Victoria Falls town. Drop off: 14h30 hrs at hotels in Victoria Falls town
Where Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe
Weather Weather permitting
What to Wear Wear comfortable attire that provides sun protection (remember painting can get a bit messy!)
Things to Bring Sun-screen, Insect/Mosquito repellent, Sun hats, Polarised sunglasses, Cameras (spare film/SD cards/disks!), Binoculars, Warm clothing in winter (April to August)
Guests or Spectators No spectators allowed
Requirements
Ages +5 years
Fitness Level No Fitness Requirement
Experience Level No Experience Requirement
Inclusions Exclusions
Inclusions Scheduled transfers from/to Vic Falls Town/Hotels; an Elephant Interaction; an art lesson; art equipment required for the lesson; a two course buffet lunch; local beer, wine, water, soft drinks, coffee & tea.
Exclusions Items of a personal nature.
*Conservation Levy of $10.00 pp
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Telephone: +263 83 28 42279, +263 83 28 44426, +263 83 28 42001,
Mobile: +263 782 745111
Enquiries: info@wildhorizons.co.za
Lodge Enquiries: wilma@wildhorizons.co.za
Physical Address: 310 Park Way Avenue, Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe