Welcome to Elefanjoy
The most beautiful wildlife elephant sanctuary in India. Our sanctuary is home to many beautiful elephants, most of whom were rescued from abusive environments. We provide a peaceful refuge for these elephants, elephant ride, safari in Jaipur and take great care of them in a loving and ethical way. You can read more about our sanctuary here. By providing activities with tourists, we are able to fund their care and also provide our guests with the once-in-a-lifetime experience of getting close and personal with the elephants. Our experience includes:
Book with us and we are confident you will have the experience of a lifetime!
Welcome to elefanjoy | The Best Wildlife Sanctuary in Jaipur
Our experience includes:
You can learn more about the experience here. We truly encourage you to come enjoy one of the best and most meaningful activities in all of India. We look forward to welcoming you and know it will be an experience that you will never forget!
elephant feeding
Elephants eat up to 200kg daily! Feed them bamboo and sugar cane to fuel their bodies.
elephant painting
Get creative! Paint your elephant, make her beautiful. Safe, non-toxic, plant-based paints.
elephant shower
Beat the heat in Jaipur! Shower your elephant, get showered back. Bring extra clothes for the fun!
elephant walk
Keep elephants fit: Take them for sanctuary walks. Movement is key for their health and well-being.
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Excellent Reviews on Trip Advisor
margaretfz
2024-04-13
It's just a money-making tourist trap
While the concept of a unique conservation" may sound appealing but my experience left much to be desired. Instead of witnessing genuine conservation efforts, it felt more like a money-making tourist trap. The elephants on- site seemed exploited, relegated to performing tricks for visitors' entertainment, rather than being treated with the dignity and respect they deserve. It's disappointing to see such majestic creatures used as mere props for profit at places like Amer. P.S: I'm posting my review for the second time because the owner is try to remove my post. I really want TripAdvisor to take this seriously if the owner tries to remove the review again.
missa
2024-04-13
Totally ridiculous
Offensive experince . I was cried to see that poor elephants in this critical condition . I saw one elephant she was to able to walk but they used her for riding and when I asked owner said she been rescued and they are taking care of her now but it dosent seems any care like this to put a Haver seat for riding .... It's really ridiculous..
Marta O
2024-04-13
Confianza el ellos una y mil veces
No hay sitio mejor para visitar, son expectaculares, Ankit es el mejor maestro, total confianza y recomendable al mil por mil, una experiencia que sin lugar a duda por encima de las expectativas.
Eliza Baker
2024-04-13
cruel to elephants
We were there to see the elephants In their natural habitat but we didn't find like this anything there even they use them for riding and four tourist to make money only
Nancy K
2024-04-13
Scam ! Scam ! Scam !
When I was in jaipur I wanted to see the elephants in ethical atmosphere and I booked my visit with Elefanjoy and owner Ankit was very polite on booking time but when I reached on the main entrance of the so called sanctuary ( just a place to keep and abusing the elephants) when I reached I saw some elephants they were doing riding and handlers had hooks ........... I decided to leave that place suddenly but owner said you booked and you have to pay ....I had paid for the visit .... totally scam....... It was really bad and offensive atmosphere for them who loves elephants
Julia Elizabeth
2024-04-13
100% recommendation for all animal lovers
Fully recommend the Elefanjoy elephant leisure time opportunity to everyone who loves animals and wants a place where they are well taken care of. We stayed 2-3 hours and learned a lot about elephants natural behavior, went for a walk, fed them with bananas and took amazing pictures while talking to them. We especially appreciated that it was about making the elephant feel good and not about pleasing only the tourist. The kind team support, cold beverages and clean washrooms have been an extra bonus. Will definitely come back.
nikhil g
2024-04-13
Amazing experience bundled with fun and joy for kids
The tour was amazing. Ankit did a great job in giving us a full walk through of the sanctuary and for giving us great insights into the life of an elephant. We got 1-1 uninterrupted time with the Elephant which was fantastic. It was not rushed and kids had a blast. Would highly recommend for families with kid.
Monica B
2024-04-12
Passeggiando con gli elefanti
Una bellissima mattinata passata con gli elefanti. Sono stata in compagnia di gruppo di amici in vacanza per qualche giorno a Jaipur..Desideravo vedere gli elefanti e ho notato questo santuario. Siamo stati accolti con gentilezza e abbiamo avuto modo di ascoltare la storia di questo luogo che si prende cura degli elefanti sfruttati in passato che putroppo dopo anni passati in cattività non potrebbero più tornare in natura.. Gli animali vivono bene in uno spazio a loro dedicato tenuto con molta cura. Hanno una struttura protetta mezzo al verde e anche un lago dove rinfrescarsi.. Il posto è in un luogo tranquillo immerso nella natura. È stato molto emozionante imparare a conoscere gli elefanti e poterli avvicinare, toccare e dare loro da mangiare. Un bel ricordo che tutti noi ci potremo dentro. Grazie
Jeffrey B
2024-04-11
Elefanjoy Elephant Sanctuary is something you absolutely must experience!!
This was absolutely the BEST part of my vacation!! From the personal ride from our guide Ankit to the most extraordinary time we got to spend with Sonya the elephant. The love and appreciation Ankit and his team have for elephants is truly inspirational. A walk with the elephants is a must!!
Elvin R
2024-04-11
The Highlight of my India Trip
This was a once-in-a-lifetime experience I’ll never forget! They treat the elephants so humanely, which was a top priority for me. We had many activities—feeding Sonya (our elephant friend for the afternoon) various things like sugarcane and bananas, going for a walk (instead of a scary ride atop the animal), painting Sonya with organic paints, washing the paint off Sonya—and getting sprayed because she’s so playful—and then posing with her as well. The hospitality was top-notch, too. We were picked up from our tour’s end in the city and dropped off directly afterwards at our hotel. We were given umbrellas during the walk about & ice cold beverages to stay cool in the heat. Also, the masala chai they offer was delicious! I would love to return very soon and will recommend it to anyone visiting India.
Why Choose Us
Bhagwat Gita states, “When you feel the suffering of every living thing in your own heart, that’s consciousness.” At Elefanjoy, we live by this philosophy and ensure no harm to our beloved animals. Elephants are one of the kindest and most loving animals on this earth, and humans have used them for their benefit for thousands of years, making them live in cruel and negligent conditions.
We are very aware of our guest’s ethical concerns over the fair treatment and care of our elephants. We can assure you that the welfare of our elephants is a main priority at the sanctuary, and we go out of the way to ensure that no activities or practices harm them.
Excellent Reviews on Google
Jonathan Anderson
2024-04-13
Elephants should be left alone, not broken to a point they pose for photos with tourists and get washed by them. This is not natural behaviour. Shame on you.
daniel franchi
2024-03-29
Posto imperdibile se siete in viaggi a Jaipur
Luke A
2024-03-26
We loved spending time with the elephants, we have put natural colour on them.we love spending time with the elephants they are beautiful animals.
Molly Stewart
2024-03-23
Highly recommend! Ankit picked us up from our airbnb, showed us around the sanctuary and offered us masala tea before introducing us to Soba, the 34 year old rescue elephant. We then spent a few hours feeding, walking and washing her. It was a beautiful and peaceful experience. As someone who is conscious about animal welfare, it felt very ethical - Soba was showing all the behaviours of a happy elephant!
Andrew Bertini
2024-03-23
The service is excellent and exactly as advertised. The carers are very attentive whilst the elephants are able to express their personalities and they seem happy. The walk with the elephant was very fun though it was hot afternoon and Soba is a fast walker. Thoroughly recommend this experience to others and am glad to see ethical opportunities are available to interact with these beautiful creatures.
kaikasha Raj
2024-03-20
What an incredible journey! Our day in Jaipur with Mr. Ankit as our guide was simply delightful, but the real highlight was our visit to the elephant sanctuary. Our elephant companion was not only gentle and playful but also incredibly endearing. Mahawat, her caretaker, clearly had a deep bond with her, which made the experience even more special. From painting and feeding her to sharing hugs and walks, every moment felt magical. It's heartening to see how well-loved and cared for these rescued elephants are. I highly recommend this unforgettable experience to anyone visiting Jaipur.
I opted for the full elephant experience along with the Jaipur tour spanning two days, and I must say, Mr. Ankit and our guide was exceptional. They accommodated my specific requests and time constraints with a smile, making the tour seamless and enjoyable. Having traveled extensively and been on numerous tours worldwide, I can confidently say that this was one of the best experiences I've had. Mr. Ankit provided just the right amount of information at each stop, keeping us engaged without overwhelming us. If only they could accompany me as guides on all my travels!
Now, about the elephant sanctuary - I'm immensely grateful we chose this particular place for our experience. The genuine care and knowledge about the animals were evident throughout our time there. We had the privilege of feeding, walking, painting, and even washing our assigned elephant, which added a personal touch to the entire experience. While the walk was a leisurely stroll amidst shade trees, do keep in mind that the terrain is sandy, so comfortable footwear is advisable.
In conclusion, our Jaipur experience was truly memorable, thanks to this company, the amazing experience they provided, and of course, our fantastic guide, Mr. Ankit.
Big Thanks and highly recommended.
Stacy Walter
2024-03-18
I had booked the full elephant experience plus Jaipur tour to take place over two days. Our guide, Ankit, and driver were fantastic. I had a few specific requests and time constraints that they were more than happy to make work out. I have been on many tours with many guides all over the world, and this was truly one of the best. Just enough information on the pages we went to inform us but not be boring. If they could be our driver and guide everywhere I went, I would be happy.
Now for the elephant sanctuary - I'm so very glad we booked this experience at this place. I know there are a few others, but here you can tell they truly care about and know the animals. We fed, walked, painted and washed an elephant that was basically assigned to us for the time we were there, which made it feel even more special. I will mention the walk is a nice stroll through some shade trees, but it is sandy so keep that in mind when choosing footwear.
Overall, we loved our time in Jaipur and I think that was all because of this company, experience, and guide.
Aamir Pathan
2024-03-11
Amar elephant Jaipur
Srőder Karolina
2024-03-10
Amazing people, doing great job with rescued elephants.
Lifetime experience.
Thank you all
Alex Guennaz
2024-03-10
Excellent experience, tour guides where really friendly and helpful. It was real authentic ethical elephant experience in Jaipur i am sure this is the best sanctuary in Jaipur
