You Can Ride an Elephant!
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Where to Go to Ride An Elephant
Just imagine - you - sitting on top of an elephant! What would that feel like? Can you close your eyes and imagine sitting there? What does the elephant skin feel like? Does he/she have an odor? Are you having fun or are you afraid?
Have you ever wanted to ride an elephant? Or Is riding a camel on your list of things you want to do?
If you are looking for unusual excursions, you will find one here!
As you read, you might even think of a few special experiences I have not mentioned! Let me know in the comment section and I will look for information for you!
Have some fun! Step out and do something unusual! Ride an Elephant!
The idea for this lens came from a discussion on 2020's Google Group Killing Zombies! Of course, the whole point of the discussion was to dare to do something unusual - get out of your rut! But somehow I just got more and more determined to find out where you could actually go to ride on an elephant! Thanks 2020 and all you super folks at Killing Zombies! This was a fun lens to make! And I think I will always remember now to go on and ride those elephants! Life's too short to just sit and watch it pass by!
Have you ever wanted to ride an elephant? Or Is riding a camel on your list of things you want to do?
If you are looking for unusual excursions, you will find one here!
As you read, you might even think of a few special experiences I have not mentioned! Let me know in the comment section and I will look for information for you!
Have some fun! Step out and do something unusual! Ride an Elephant!
The idea for this lens came from a discussion on 2020's Google Group Killing Zombies! Of course, the whole point of the discussion was to dare to do something unusual - get out of your rut! But somehow I just got more and more determined to find out where you could actually go to ride on an elephant! Thanks 2020 and all you super folks at Killing Zombies! This was a fun lens to make! And I think I will always remember now to go on and ride those elephants! Life's too short to just sit and watch it pass by!
You Can Ride an Elephant At These Locations! You really can!
- Zebra Entertainment and Events
- Elephant Encounter - "feeding, saddling, riding or even spraying Susie down with a shower"
2-7 people. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$600/person
8-14 people (max). . . . . . . . . .$450/person
Southern California - Elephant Rides On Langkawi
- "Embark on the only elephant adventure at a UNESCO-sanctioned Global Geopark in the world at the Oriental Village on your next trip to Langkawi. Ride an elephant into the foothills of Mt. Machincang-the oldest rock formation in the region-for a unique elephant-back riding experience. A truly Malaysian experience awaits you at the Oriental Village, Langkawi."
- Jungle Safari, Elephant Ride, Jeep Drive, Bird Watching: Chitwan National Park, Bardia National Park, Koshi Tapu Wild Life Reserve, Densed Terai Jungle Resorts: Adventure Pilgrims Trekking
- Adventure Pilgrims Trekkings offers, some of the best treks, short and easy treks, moderate treks in Everest, Annapurna, Langtang & Helambu, Mountaineering Expeditions, Peak Climbings, excursion tours in Himalayan destinations, Pilgrimage tour in Holy Mount Kailash & Manasarover Lake, Tibet, Muktina
You Can Even Ride a Camel!
My husband rode one at the county fair one year- that's his photo!
Ride a Camel at These Locations!
- Eudora Farms
- The Petting Zoo includes a camel ride. Appears at many festivals in North and South Carolina. Call for availability and schedules.
- Camel Safaris
- "Come for a safari with us at Camel Company Australia. We are an award winning business operating from Noosa's North Shore, Noosa Heads, on Queensland's Sunshine Coast. Have a look and find out who we are, what we do, where we are, and when you're coming to see us. "
1 1/2 Hour Beach Bush Safari
An enjoyable afternoon safari with a cross-section of scenery along the shores of Laguna Bay.
Weight Restrictions Apply - 95kgs
Cost: $70.00 adults $50.00 children
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Elephant Photographs
Thank you, Lensmaster Spook for these super photos!
Tell us about your favorite unusual vacation spot.
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Swisstoons
Feb 5, 2012 @ 2:03 pm | delete
- I've never ridden one, but I've long admired elephants. They are among the most intelligent 4-leggers out there and even have a sense of family.
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WriterJanis
Jan 29, 2012 @ 2:37 am | delete
- I got to ride one once. It was quite fun.
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kosmicfashions
Jan 15, 2012 @ 2:07 pm | delete
- I have always liked elephants and their clever ways, but riding one is something I'm extremely skeptic (read scared) about..Great lens, though!
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SiochainGraSonas
Jan 15, 2012 @ 11:08 am | delete
- Interesting topic. I remember riding an elephant at a zoo when I was a child. Thank you for sharing.
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juliavm
Jan 15, 2012 @ 10:50 am | delete
- You can get elephant rides here in the Malacca Zoo, in Malaysia. I've still not tried it though.
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jimmyworldstar
Jan 15, 2012 @ 6:36 am | delete
- I've never ridden an elephant before, just seen them at the zoo. It must be a little frightening when they rear back so I guess you gotta hold on tight! My favorite unusual vacation spot...is my home!
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Ener-G
Jan 15, 2012 @ 1:16 am | delete
- Oh...for armchair travelers there's a great movie you could add here: Water for Elephants. Reese Witherspoon did her own elephant riding...no stunt double for her!
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Ener-G
Jan 15, 2012 @ 1:15 am | delete
- Great lens, Joan...and so unusual!
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seosmm
Jan 13, 2012 @ 12:25 pm | delete
- Sounds like fun. Would love to try it. Nice lens!
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ojisan
Jan 13, 2012 @ 5:18 am | delete
- My backyard. I can sit on the patio and listen to the bird songs early in the morning, Kookaburras, Stormbirds, pigeons, Cockatoos, Galahs, Willy Wagtails, Crows, and some others. This is all year round. I love it. What's unusual about it? It's private.
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TheGourmetCoffeeGuy Jan 13, 2012 @ 12:52 am | delete
- I have never ridden an elephant or a camel but sounds fun and interesting.
Favorite unusual vacation spot, steam train ride in Ecuador from Quito to Quayaquil, no longer in operation, was featured as one of the 7 most spectacular train rides in the world by National Geographic, definitely unforgettable. Nice lens, thank you for sharing your insights!
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darciefrench
Jan 12, 2012 @ 11:58 pm | delete
- Bell Rock in Sedona :) There are no elephants to ride there though. It must be quite the experience to be with these lovely animals.
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dpethealth
Jan 12, 2012 @ 1:44 am | delete
- I wonder if it is much different then riding a horse? How fast can you go?
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tojohnso
Jan 11, 2012 @ 8:12 pm | delete
- I have ridden an elephant, and it made me nervous. I was glad for the experience, and glad to get off.
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lilymom24
Jan 11, 2012 @ 3:37 pm | delete
- I like elephants and camels.......to look at. I'll leave the riding to someone else. lol. I did enjoy the pics on this lens and congrats on making the front page of Squidoo! =)
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Jan 11, 2012 @ 2:54 pm | delete
- Just had to read this. I rode an elephant at a small kids circus when I was little. Thought I was Queen of the jungle. You have added so much interesting information on this lens. Great job.
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ViJuvenate
Jan 10, 2012 @ 9:31 pm | delete
- I would love to ride an elephant. I've ridden a camel before, but it was just around a little track at the zoo. Give me a camel, the Sahara desert, a good looking man and buried treasure and I'm there.
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vladimirmolotkof
Jan 10, 2012 @ 6:07 pm | delete
- It is actually illegal to ride an elephant in the United States. There are a few places that will still let you do it, but it is not a good idea. Many elephants available for riding live in awful conditions, and many go insane and die because of these poor conditions. Please look into this a bit more before you post anything else.
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heehaw
Jan 10, 2012 @ 1:21 pm | delete
- only get to see an elephant , but have not ride on it yet til now. hmm... wonderful idea.
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fullofshoes
Jan 10, 2012 @ 11:10 am | delete
- Great lens, Joan! I might think about riding an elephant but definitely NAY on the camel!
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