Although holidays are on everyone’s mind at the moment, many places are not taking bookings yet, or if they are it is only for future dates. When it comes to a holiday in South Africa whether it be for a safari or other type of holiday, you want to ensure you have plenty of time to prepare so booking a year or so in advance is often advisable anyway.

Safari holidays are a fab way to explore the wildlife and habitat or a different country. Often safaris can be suitable for people of a wide range of ages and interests but have you ever heard of an elephant safari? This is a safari that is specifically designed to give you the best experience of a safari in South Africa whilst riding an elephant. Many elephants must be hand reared now in South Africa, often due to their mother being killed by poachers, so this is often seen as a very safe way to travel around on safari. Not only do you get to see some magnificent animals and take in the breath-taking views but do it all on the back of one of the world’s largest mammals. The cost of your safari also goes towards helping the keepers ensure they can carry on their projects and take in more abandoned elephants.

Some elephant safaris only cost around £30 per person for a few hours which is incredibly cheap.