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LIVING WITH elephants interaction

An extraordinary treat available at Sanctuary Baines' Camp is the opportunity to go walking in the bush with three semi-habituated elephants. Jabu, Thembi and Morula are elephants that were orphaned nearby and adopted by Doug and Sandi Groves. The elephants 'take' guests on long walks, foraging in the area in absolute safety. They show travellers how they look for food, strip leaves from branches with their long trunks and take showers in the lagoons of the delta. What better guide to the African bush than a fully-grown African elephant? Even Sanctuary's famously brilliant guides bow to these elephants' innate knowledge and bush-sense. This activity includes a leisurely paced walk with a trio of semi-habituated elephants, observing and interacting with them, and a picnic lunch in their company.

2013 Rates:
 6 January - 31 March: $254 per person
1 April - 14 June, 1 November - 5 January 2014: $356 per person
15 June - 31 October: $448 per person

2014 Rates:
6 January - 31 March: $264 per person
1 April - 14 June, 1 November - 5 January 2015: $370 per person
15 June - 31 October: $466 per person


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scenic helicopter flights

These scenic flights involve flying west towards the permanent delta, exposing areas which are unreachable by vehicle or boat and showcasing the sheer enormity of the Okavango Delta. There is the the option of the doors being removed for unrestricted photographic opportunities. Choose between 30, 45 or 60 minute tour in a one turbine Bell Jetranger helicopter with 4 seats. This activity is offered on a year round basis. Being a personalised activity, it's up to you what time of day you would like to do the activity, however we would recommend early morning and late afternoon as this time usually provides the best light for photography. Preferred flight times can be requested on booking.

2013 Rates:
30 minute scenic flight - US$1145
45 minute scenic flight - US$1570
60 minute scenic flight - US$1795

The above rates are based per flight in a 4 seater helicopter.