Elephant Havens: A Sanctuary with Soul

Elephant Havens is a sanctuary where compassion and conservation converge, offering a safe haven for orphaned and displaced baby elephants. Situated an hour from Maun, on the edge of the Okavango Delta, this unique facility provides a nurturing environment for young elephants to receive care and companionship until they are ready to be reintroduced into the wild. Elephant Havens plays a vital role in reducing human-wildlife conflict and fostering long-term coexistence between people and elephants in Botswana through community outreach, education, water projects, and village support. Visitors can observe the elephants in a shaded, fenced boma, feed them treats, take photos, and learn about their behavior and the challenges they face in the wild. Public visits are available daily at 9 AM and 4 PM, with tours lasting one hour. For a more personalized experience, private tours can be pre-booked. Elephant Havens also welcomes local school children for educational programs, offering them the opportunity to experience elephants up close in a non-threatening setting. The sanctuary spans 140 acres along the banks of the Gomoti River and includes elephant enclosures, a veterinary office, a lab, a milk-bottle prep kitchen, and a staff village. All buildings are solar-powered, reflecting a commitment to sustainability.