Tembe Elephant Park

Tembe Elephant Park is one of those unique and special places. This Big 5 park is situated far north in the province of KwaZulu-Natal and borders Mozambique. The whole park is an ecosystem growing on sand. It is one of the best places in the world to experience the rare and endangered African sand forest habitat, which houses special animal species such as the tiny suni, and birds like the African broadbill.

What Tembe is most famous for is the elephants. This is the place you want to be if you want an elephant experience out of the ordinary. Southern Africa's largest tuskers are found here and the safari guides will get you up close and personal with them. During the right time of day, between 10 AM and 2 PM, especially during the dry winter months, whole herds of elephants will gather at the waterhole by the famous Mahlasela Hide. Here you can sit safely at a distance and watch these giants drink and interact with each other. Many other species also come to drink at this waterhole.