Millennium Elephant Foundation
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Millennium Elephant Foundation
Millennium Elephant Foundation
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FewReviews
Bristol4 مساهمات
بمفردك • مايو 2022
Amazing seeing elephants up close, and the member of staff who greeted us was friendly. But the whole place felt like profit machine. The two elephants we saw were chained up and the one we met was pacing up and down a small area to give rides and be washed. We were only there half hour and in the company of an elephant for 10-15 mins. And the handler requested a tip almost before our visit was over.
If it wasn’t part of a pre-arranged tour we wouldn’t have visited. It felt uncomfortable and having been on a safari the day before to see elephants in the wild it was an awkward experience.
The elephants are tame so perhaps can’t be reintroduced to the wild but using them as an attraction isn’t fair. I can’t comment on their treatment outside of their daily duties but a large controlled area where they can live as if wild would be much, much better.
If it wasn’t part of a pre-arranged tour we wouldn’t have visited. It felt uncomfortable and having been on a safari the day before to see elephants in the wild it was an awkward experience.
The elephants are tame so perhaps can’t be reintroduced to the wild but using them as an attraction isn’t fair. I can’t comment on their treatment outside of their daily duties but a large controlled area where they can live as if wild would be much, much better.
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MIRA
الدوحة, قطر121 مساهمة
العائلة • مايو 2022
We visited this place and got in love with elephants even more then before. Definitely once you in Sri Lanka you have to try this out. In this foundation you can learn a bit about types of elephants, feed them, wash them, take an elephant's shower, walk and ride. We don't usually ride them, but walk next through their territory in their natural area was pleasant. Those giants are super friendly. After walk we washed him in the river and its look so cute brings a lot of positive emotions and energy. We spend around 1 - 1.5 hour there. If you would like to wash them and had shower from trumpet I would advise to bring additional clothes to change after. We paid 15K rupees for 2 adults and 2 kids. Definitely worth it
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CoMa
برلين, ألمانيامساهمة
العائلة • مارس 2022
Bitte macht einen Bogen um diese Einrichtung! Erstens ist es wahnsinnig teuer (10000 Rupien für zwei Erwachsene) und zweitens taten mir die Elefanten leid, sie sahen nicht glücklich aus. Ich fühlte mich ehrlich gesagt den ganzen Besuch über schlecht, denn der Elefantenbetreuer hatte sein Tier mit lauten Befehlen und Eisenstange gut im Griff. Auch wenn man sagt, es sind Wildtiere, die nun mal gezähmt werden müssen, will man sie anfassen, die Elefanten gehorchten aufs Wort. Ein Beweis für einen jahrelangen Drill. Der Guide, der uns beim Spaziergang begleitete, leierte lieblos seinen Vortrag herunter, wirkliche Elefantenliebe kam bei ihm nicht heraus. Auch die Fragen wurden nur kurz und knapp beantwortet. Es wurde sehr viel Wert darauf gelegt, super Fotos von uns und dem Elefanten zu machen. Als wir beim 50sten Bild nicht mehr wollten, waren sie etwas irritiert. Auch dass wir das Baden und Reiten der Elefanten mit unseren Kleinkindern nicht wollten, fanden sie etwas komisch. Die meisten Touristen buchen wohl das komplette Programm. Der Elefantenbetreuer bettelte zum Schluss dann noch um Geld für seine drei Kinder. Wir kamen uns vor, als wollte man uns einfach nur abzocken. Im Nachhinein waren wir sehr naiv. Die Authentizität dieser Wohltätigkeitseinrichtung bezweifle ich.
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Stephanie T
4 مساهمات
مارس 2022
This was our 4th visit to the Foundation, and we were delighted to hear that it has been open for a few months, after being closed due to the Pandemic.
For the second time, we spent the afternoon walking around the compound with our sponsored elephant Raja, and bathing and showering with him in the River - what great fun!
We stayed overnight in one of the guest rooms and enjoyed lunch, dinner and breakfast in the Colonial House, which is the family home of the Foundation's Patron Carmine. The setting for these meals was absolutely delightful and the food excellent.
Early next morning, we met up with Raja and went for another walk in a different part of the compound, followed by the daily routine of preparing and giving him his tablets and vitamins, and brushing the dirt from soles of his feet.
For us, the experience is awesome every visit. All the staff show a kindness and dedication to the elephants in their care - it is a joy.
For the second time, we spent the afternoon walking around the compound with our sponsored elephant Raja, and bathing and showering with him in the River - what great fun!
We stayed overnight in one of the guest rooms and enjoyed lunch, dinner and breakfast in the Colonial House, which is the family home of the Foundation's Patron Carmine. The setting for these meals was absolutely delightful and the food excellent.
Early next morning, we met up with Raja and went for another walk in a different part of the compound, followed by the daily routine of preparing and giving him his tablets and vitamins, and brushing the dirt from soles of his feet.
For us, the experience is awesome every visit. All the staff show a kindness and dedication to the elephants in their care - it is a joy.
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Isa H
46 مساهمة
مارس 2022
C'est très impressionnant de se retrouver à côté d'un éléphant, voir même de lui donner à manger.
Nous avons été marché avec lui et ensuite nous sommes allés "le laver".
Sur mon programme il était noté que les éléphants n'étaient pas enchainés et qu'il n'y avait pas de promenade sur son dos... eh bien c'est faux.
Pas vu de bébés et les explications sont uniquement en anglais.
Nous avons mangé à l'intérieur du parc, agréable moment.
Ensuite visite de la fabrique de papier à partir d'excréments.
Nous avons été marché avec lui et ensuite nous sommes allés "le laver".
Sur mon programme il était noté que les éléphants n'étaient pas enchainés et qu'il n'y avait pas de promenade sur son dos... eh bien c'est faux.
Pas vu de bébés et les explications sont uniquement en anglais.
Nous avons mangé à l'intérieur du parc, agréable moment.
Ensuite visite de la fabrique de papier à partir d'excréments.
كُتب بتاريخ 19 مارس 2022
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Carys
Carmarthen, UK19 مساهمة
زوجان • مارس 2022
We came here as part of our Jetwing Travels package and had been really looking forward to it. When we got there we were allowed to bathe an elephant for 1 minute and then that was it !!!! We had been looking forward to feeding or walking with the elephants but this didn’t seem to be an option. Staff were unhelpful.
In terms of the animal welfare - this is the modern day equivalent of a working elephant. Elephants are forced to repeat monotonous tasks like being bathed / ridden for the enjoyment of tourists. We noticed a few were in chains also.
The mahouts (elephant carers) were the worst part. They scream aggressive commands at the elephants and if they don’t comply, they are prodded and jabbed with a metal stick. They definitely did not look qualified to be caring for elephants. They also demanded tips whenever anybody wanted a photo!!! (Despite everyone paying an entrance fee)
Luckily, our tour guide had arranged for us to do an elephant safari a few days before and that was AMAAAZING. If you want to experience a real connection with the animal do it in their natural habitat… not in a fake “sanctuary”.
In terms of the animal welfare - this is the modern day equivalent of a working elephant. Elephants are forced to repeat monotonous tasks like being bathed / ridden for the enjoyment of tourists. We noticed a few were in chains also.
The mahouts (elephant carers) were the worst part. They scream aggressive commands at the elephants and if they don’t comply, they are prodded and jabbed with a metal stick. They definitely did not look qualified to be caring for elephants. They also demanded tips whenever anybody wanted a photo!!! (Despite everyone paying an entrance fee)
Luckily, our tour guide had arranged for us to do an elephant safari a few days before and that was AMAAAZING. If you want to experience a real connection with the animal do it in their natural habitat… not in a fake “sanctuary”.
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PatEtValou
Drusenheim, فرنسا485 مساهمة
العائلة • فبراير 2022
A fuir.....
Je sais qu'il y a plusieurs lieux comme celui ci.
Mais dans celui dans lequel nous avons été.
Une horreur.
Animaux enchaînés.
Ils nous forcent à monter à 3 sur un elephant pour nous extorquer quelques roupies en plus de l'entrée.
Le bain des elephants. Ho stupeur.
Mon dieu.
Animaux enchaînés, maltraités. Se balancent de droite à gauche.
Mais qu'en est il du terme orphelinat ?
Une prison pour ces pauvres elephants.
Nous y sommes restés 10 minutes. Les larmes aux yeux et le cœur en colère contre nous même, d'avoir cautionné cela en payant l'entrée.
En photo notre ticket d'entrée.
Désolée j'ai supprimé toutes les autres photos, tellement j'ai été dégoûtée.
Je sais qu'il y a plusieurs lieux comme celui ci.
Mais dans celui dans lequel nous avons été.
Une horreur.
Animaux enchaînés.
Ils nous forcent à monter à 3 sur un elephant pour nous extorquer quelques roupies en plus de l'entrée.
Le bain des elephants. Ho stupeur.
Mon dieu.
Animaux enchaînés, maltraités. Se balancent de droite à gauche.
Mais qu'en est il du terme orphelinat ?
Une prison pour ces pauvres elephants.
Nous y sommes restés 10 minutes. Les larmes aux yeux et le cœur en colère contre nous même, d'avoir cautionné cela en payant l'entrée.
En photo notre ticket d'entrée.
Désolée j'ai supprimé toutes les autres photos, tellement j'ai été dégoûtée.
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Betty B
6 مساهمات
رجال الأعمال • فبراير 2022
« Chain free » affiche le texte à la porte de la « fondation ». En fait c’est un véritable attrape touristes!!!! Les pauvres éléphants sont forcés à effectuer des choses à coup de pics et de phrases beuglées par des employés qui préfèrent reluquer les touristes femmes ou demander de l’argent sous le manteau, tout ça pour plaire aux touristes en manque d’exotisme mais trop fainéants pour faire quelques km de plus pour les voir en liberté dans leur environnement. Et pour en revenir au « chain free » ils le sont même sans chaînes. A FUIR!!!
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Максим
مساهمة
زوجان • يناير 2022
Жестокое развлечение для туристов, катают на слонах. Слоны скорее тут страдают. Цепи, палки с крюками, махаутам нужны только чаевые. Из плюсов можно покормить слона
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Sally22
المملكة العربية السعودية236 مساهمة
زوجان • يناير 2022
Was very sceptical about going to this place as I thought it was going to be a “show” place dressed up as a sanctuary. But my local guide assured me this was not the case.
I’m happy to report we had a lovely experience. The elephants are treated very well and the one tied up is because he’s in “must” with uncontrollable hormones!
The elephant went for a walk and we followed. Not the other way round. Really lovely.
I’m happy to report we had a lovely experience. The elephants are treated very well and the one tied up is because he’s in “must” with uncontrollable hormones!
The elephant went for a walk and we followed. Not the other way round. Really lovely.
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Rachel B
سانت بارتيليمي58 مساهمة
Hello Jeff,
Did you stay overnight at the Elephant Foundation or eat there? This is an option I am considering.
I have read a review by someone who was working for the Foundation for 3mths, who said accommodation & food are good; however, I would like to know from a visitor/tourist's point of view.
I am a hardy traveller, & my Mother is also, but too a degree :)
I would appreciate your feedback.
Regards,
Rachel.
SILVERTREENORWAY
ستافانجر, النرويجمساهمة
The MEF has proved to be an interesting attraction in Sri Lanka. Our clients usually experience this during their travel to the cultural capital or the hill country. During the visit the travellers will get the opportunity to take part in an Elephant walk and Elephant bath. The lunch at the site is highly recommended. For further information please contact us at
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JakubWarszawa
وارسو, بولندا231 مساهمة
How it is with a small kid? Our daughter is 4yrs old...
trisha d
Southern Queensland, أستراليا52 مساهمة
she will love it. Just walking behind these beautiful elephants watching them eating. She will also get to feed them. No riding of course as they explain this is so cruel. This experience is even better and of course you get into the river and wash them down. Wonderful memories and have fun.
Hi there, visiting some family in SL next summer and travelling with a few friends. Just wondering how much a week's volunteering would cost per person? Thank you in advance 😊
trisha d
Southern Queensland, أستراليا52 مساهمة
Sorry you will have to contact them directly and they will be able to help you. The helpers are quite active there and the accom. looks fine. Good luck guys.
how many hours does this visit take? and do we have to contact them before coming or is it a walk in situation?
jayne w
brighton83 مساهمة
HI. It usually lasts 2-3 hours. We were there about 4 hours. You can go fast or slowly! People mainly just turned up but we preferred to book in advance by e-mail. This can fast track you if busy. It is cheap, you can book the walk without lunch. We chose to adopt 3 elephants as we then got the walk and entrance and lunch for free. This is more expensive than 2 fees but it was only about £100, which we thought was a bargain. We chose our elephant in advance and got adoption packs for each. They arranged our taxis at a good rate too. One of the best experiences of my life and we are thinking of doing it again. See their website for email and bank details, it was all very smooth.
donna10103
كامبريدج, UK273 مساهمة
Hello, I have a few questions please!
1 - are there facilities there to change, freshen up etc?
2 - do you have to pay extra to get the elephant shower?
3 - who do you tip whilst you are there and how much is acceptable? this is my first visit to Sri Lanka.
Thanks in advance
Millennium Elep... F
Kegalle, سريلانكا41 مساهمة
1. yes we have a basic but cold shower but you wont get too dirty
2. no extra for the shower and we o notencouragethis as some people see it as circus act so we have taken it off our options menu
3. tips are totally up o you but 10% for good service would be standard same as the rest of the world, you can tip whoever you felt like gave you the experience
please book the elephant walk experience via the website,
we look forward to your visit
many Thanks
Jade
Emberali
West Sussex, UK6 مساهمات
Is the MEF the same venue as Pinnawala Elephant orphanage . ? I.e.two names for the same place ? thanks
Millennium Elep... F
Kegalle, سريلانكا41 مساهمة
No 2 very different places
Pinnawala is a government run Elephant park, we are a family Run Charity trying to improve the welfare of domesticate Elephants
2km apart from each other 2 very different experiences easily can do both places in one day we also have accommodation available if you need it
Emberali
West Sussex, UK6 مساهمات
Is the MEF Millenium Elephant Foundation the same venue as the Pinegalli Elephant Orphanage ......if not, which is the most ethical establishment in terms of elephant welfare ...we are not interested in riding on elephants, just spending quality time with them in a small group environment. We are visiting various nature reserves separately to see them in the wild, thanksinadvance for your comments.
trisha d
Southern Queensland, أستراليا52 مساهمة
No it is different. This place is amazing, and they take great care of their elephants. No riding them, as it actually hurts them to have that great big saddle under their ribs. Just make sure you get to the right one as they are pretty close together. If leaving Kandy, it is after the Orphanage. I hope you get as much out of this experience as we did. The staff too are amazing with their knowledge. Have fun!
Fry04
لندن, UK6 مساهمات
Is it possible to do both the millennium elephant foundation and the temple at Kandy in one day from Colombo? Thinking of hiring a driver!
Millennium Elep... F
Kegalle, سريلانكا41 مساهمة
Very easily.1.5 hours Kandy to.the foundatiom
1 or 2 hours at the temple 2 hours for the Elephant walk experience at MEF
Fry04
لندن, UK6 مساهمات
We will be staying in Colombo and plan on visiting. How do we get from Colombo?
Millennium Elep... F
Kegalle, سريلانكا41 مساهمة
Train from Colombo Fort to Rambukkana Station then tuk tuk from there or Bu s fro Pettah to Kegalle for cheapest options, or private driver. We can also organise return transport please email us and i will get prices for you if need be
