Empowering Mahout Families & Preserving Rajasthan’s Heritage
At Elesafari, responsible tourism isn’t an idea — it is our foundation. Every experience you book directly supports the Mahout (traditional elephant caretaker) families who have lived alongside elephants for generations. These families are the heart of our sanctuary, and your visit helps them continue their heritage with dignity, pride, and financial stability.
Supporting Mahout Families Through Every Experience
For centuries, Mahouts have passed down their knowledge of elephant care from father to son. Today, this culture is endangered. Modern pressures, limited opportunities, and lack of recognition threaten this unique bond between humans and elephants.
Elesafari ensures that Mahout families receive:
- Fair, consistent income from every guest experience
- Safe working conditions and training in ethical elephant care
- Respect and recognition for their ancestral skills
- Opportunities for their children to pursue education and stable futures
By choosing Elesafari, you become part of their story — a story of preserving relationships between elephants and the people who understand them best.
Supporting Local Women & Artisans
Our responsible tourism model also extends to the wider community:
Block Printing Artisans:
Guests who join our workshops directly support families who have practiced this craft for generations. Your participation keeps the art alive and helps artisans expand their livelihood.
Rajasthani Cooking Classes:
Hosted by women from local households, these classes provide an additional income stream and help promote cultural exchange and empowerment.
Village & City Tours:
These tours create opportunities for rural families, guides, and small businesses, ensuring tourism benefits reach every corner of the community.
Travel That Creates Real Impact
Every moment spent at Elesafari contributes to:
- Ethical and humane elephant care
- Upliftment of Mahout families
- Preservation of traditional Rajasthani skills
- Income for local women and artisans
- Sustainable, community-based tourism