The Incredible Journey of 21 Black Rhinos
21 Eastern Black Rhinos were recently reintroduced to Laikipia, Kenya, after being absent for the past 50 years.
Moving a black rhino, which weighs over a ton, is a risky task. First, the team sedated each rhino by air to ensure everyone’s safety. Then, the real challenge began as the team maneuvered each rhino into a sturdy crate for relocation.
Imagine doing this 21 times over 2 weeks. The teams from performed the job with great care and efficiency.
In a perfect world, these extreme measures wouldn’t be necessary. With approximately 80% of the world’s remaining Eastern Black Rhinos under Kenya’s protection, there is hope for the future of these magnificent creatures.
Earlier this year, Elevate’s founder, Dominique, had the chance to stay at Loisaba Tented Camp and highly recommends visiting the conservancy. During your stay, you may spot some of these rhinos enjoying their new home.
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#loisabaconservancy #rhinorelocation #landconnectedlifeprotected #africarains #kenya #wildlife #conservation #wildlifeconservation #loisaba
The Incredible Journey of 21 Black Rhinos
21 Eastern Black Rhinos were recently reintroduced to Laikipia, Kenya, after being absent for the past 50 years.
Moving a black rhino, which weighs over a ton, is a risky task. First, the team sedated each rhino by air to ensure everyone’s safety. Then, the real challenge began as the team maneuvered each rhino into a sturdy crate for relocation.
Imagine doing this 21 times over 2 weeks. The teams from performed the job with great care and efficiency.
In a perfect world, these extreme measures wouldn’t be necessary. With approximately 80% of the world’s remaining Eastern Black Rhinos under Kenya’s protection, there is hope for the future of these magnificent creatures.
Earlier this year, Elevate’s founder, Dominique, had the chance to stay at Loisaba Tented Camp and highly recommends visiting the conservancy. During your stay, you may spot some of these rhinos enjoying their new home.
Video by via
#loisabaconservancy #rhinorelocation #landconnectedlifeprotected #africarains #kenya #wildlife #conservation #wildlifeconservation #loisaba
Despite being an orphan herself, Kapai has taken on the responsibility of being a mother figure to 43 orphaned elephants at Reteti Elephant Sanctuary.
At Reteti, the calves, deprived of the warmth and care of their biological mothers, find solace in the unique role of pseudo-matriarchs like Kapai. These pseudo-matriarchs play a key role, offering tenderness, love, and guidance to the young ones, helping them navigate the world and learn the essential ways of the wild.
This Mother’s Day, along with Reteti, we celebrate the mother figures of the world. As a gift to a mother figure, you can adopt one of Reteti’s matriarchs. Find more information at @r.e.s.c.u.e
Video from @r.e.s.c.u.e and by Kate Rowe.
#mothersday #motherfigures #matriarchs #kapai #reteti #retetielephantsanctuary #elephants #northernkenya #namunyakconservancy
Saving Sea Turtles with Too Rare To Wear
Did you know that Hawksbill sea turtles play a crucial role in maintaining the health of our oceans? Unfortunately, they are at risk of extinction due to the high demand for their exquisite shells.
We are pleased to continue our partnership with Too Rare To Wear, an initiative that aims to eradicate the global trade of turtle shell products.
We encourage you to visit Too Rare To Wear's website to learn how to recognize Hawksbill turtle shells and take their pledge to avoid purchasing these products while traveling.
www.tooraretowear.org
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#SaveTheSeaTurtles #EndTurtleshellTrade #ConservationEfforts
What better way for the team at El Karama Lodge to celebrate World Wildlife Day than to share their passion for wildlife, conservation, and art?
Two budding artists from the school wildlife and conservation club were awarded an art competition prize, supported by El Karama, along with @theleoprojectkenya and @elevatedestinations.
These inspiring children are full of energy, knowledge, passion and excitement for nature. El Karama loves welcoming their Conservation Club Ambassadors to @elkaramalodge and @elkaramawildlifeconservancy every year to keep learning and engaging with the natural world.
#worldwildlifeday #wwd2024 #conservationclub #education #wildlife #art #conservation #laikipia #ecotourism #biggerpicture #youngminds @elkaramalodge @elkaramawildlifeconservancy @theleoprojectkenya @elevatedestinations @kenyawildlifeservice
Add this to your Peru itinerary.
“When visiting Lima, I always recommend a stay in the district of Barranco.” Says Emily, Elevate’s Director of Private Travel Operations.
“Once a city separate from the rest of the capital, it still retains its unique artistic vibe, perfectly balanced with the charms of a 1900s beach town. Staying at Villa Barranco feels like you’ve suddenly inherited your own stunning Republican mansion by the seashore... at least for the night!
During my stay at Villa Barranco, I couldn’t help but feel transported through time by the beautifully restored details of this 1916 home. Waking to an ocean breeze and then descending the ornate wooden staircase for fresh coffee in the sun-drenched courtyard set the mood for an unhurried day wandering through Lima.
Especially for folks at the start of their trip, including a day in Lima, with its culture, history and culinary wonders, is my best tip to begin experiencing Peru like a local.”
Sneak peek of Scene + Heard: Nanyuki to the World
Here's a little sneak peek into Scene + Heard: Nanyuki to the World, our film and video initiative with , designed to empower youth in underrepresented communities through visual storytelling in film and video.
Sneak peek of Scene + Heard: Nanyuki to the World
Here's a little sneak peek into Scene + Heard: Nanyuki to the World, our film and video initiative with , designed to empower youth in underrepresented communities through visual storytelling in film and video.
Sneak peek of Scene + Heard: Nanyuki to the World
Here's a little sneak peek into Scene + Heard: Nanyuki to the World, our film and video initiative with , designed to empower youth in underrepresented communities through visual storytelling in film and video.
Sneak peek of Scene + Heard: Nanyuki to the World
Here's a little sneak peek into Scene + Heard: Nanyuki to the World, our film and video initiative with The Leo Project, designed to empower youth in underrepresented communities through visual storytelling in film and video.
Bhutan is a small yet mountainous country nestled among the Himalayas between China and India. As a lesser-visited Asian destination, Bhutan has built a reputation for itself as an off-the-beaten-path option for intrepid travelers.
Nonetheless, Bhutan is exceptionally family-friendly and offers numerous opportunities to learn about forest preservation, local agriculture, cultural heritage, and spiritual traditions. Bhutan’s deeply Buddhist values encourage every visitor to adopt a more gentle way of walking through life.
Traveling in Bhutan creates an opportunity for us to grow closer to our loved ones and ourselves. An unspeakable energy of peace permeates Bhutan. This is a place to visit when you are ready to open yourself to something new.
#BhutanTravel #Bhutan #MindfulTravel
The Vacation Your Family Needs?
Crater lakes, geothermal pools, and whale watching - what an incredible place to take the family! Do you agree?
Can You Guess the Location?
Crater lakes, geothermal pools, and whale watching - what an incredible place to take the family! Do you agree?
The Ultimate Family Destination
Crater lakes, geothermal pools, and whale watching - what an incredible place to take the family! Do you agree?
Meet the Dung Beetle, the Humble Hero of Kenya's Savanna
These hardworking dung beetles are the unsung heroes of the African savanna, keeping it clean and green by recycling animal waste. Did you know that dung beetles can roll up to 10 times their body weight? Now that's some impressive muscle 💪
Watch as this little guy makes his way across the plains of Kenya, doing his part to keep the ecosystem in balance.
Video by @freewheelchichester while on vacation at Lewa Safari Camp in Kenya.
The Elewana Collection
Lewa Wildlife Conservancy
Note to self: Don’t tell the staff at Pacuare Lodge you’re easily spooked 🐗😂
@PacuareLodge
Our top Central & South American destinations for 2023!
Where would you travel to first?
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Discover jaguars and monkeys deep in the Amazon rainforest, followed by breathtaking vistas from the Sacred Valley.
With a day’s hike or a short train ride, you can experience the legacy of the Inca Empire at Machu Picchu.
Not sure when to book? October is a perfect time!
We love these shots of Mary and her grandson on their recent Peru adventure.
Is Peru a place you’d go to with your family?
