FAQ
Quick answers to the questions we hear most.
Where is Sakrebailu Elephant Camp located?
Sakrebailu Elephant Camp is located near Shivamogga (Shimoga) in Karnataka, along the banks of the sacred River Tunga. It is approximately 6 km from Shivamogga city.
How many elephants live at the camp?
The camp currently houses 22 elephants — a mix of male and female, wild-captured kumki elephants, and calves born at the camp itself.
What is a Kumki elephant?
A Kumki elephant is a trained elephant used by forest departments to manage wild elephants, assist in rescue operations, and help resolve human-elephant conflict situations.
How do I donate to elephant conservation?
You can donate through our secure payment portal by visiting the Donations page. We accept credit/debit cards, UPI, and bank transfers. A donation receipt is emailed to you immediately on successful payment.
What is the elephant adoption programme?
Our elephant adoption programme allows you to sponsor an elephant's care and welfare. You will receive regular updates, photos, and a personalised adoption certificate. The adoption fee directly supports food, medical care and training.
Can I visit the camp?
Yes! The camp is open daily from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Visitors can see the elephants, watch feeding and bathing sessions, and learn about conservation efforts directly from mahouts.
Will I receive a receipt for my donation?
Yes, an official donation receipt with the unique reference code and bank UTR is emailed to you the moment your payment is verified. You can also re-download it any time from your donation success page.
Which famous elephants have participated in Dasara?
Sagar has participated in Shivamogga Dasara 15 times and carried the Ambari six times. Balanna, Bahaddur, Bhanumathi and Somanna have also participated in Dasara processions.
Why are donor names shown as "First L." on the public site?
For privacy. We display only first name + last initial + city. Full names are stored privately for receipts and tax certificates only. If you wish to be listed by your full name, contact us.