Hathi Gaon, also known as Elephant Village, is 4 km away from Amber Fort. The area covered by Hathi Gaon in Jaipur is 30.5 hectares. The Rajasthan Forest Department, Jaipur Development Authority, and Rajasthan Tourism collaborated to build this. About 100 elephants are kept in the village by the mahouts and their families. The elephant shelters known as "Thaans," or Haathi Thaans, have reportedly been built in accordance with the guidelines established by the Ministry of Environment, Forests, and Climate Change.
The Elephant Welfare Society is in charge of overseeing and maintaining Jaipur's elephant hamlet. The elephants in Jaipur's elephant community have access to an artificial pond where they can bathe. This elephant village in Jaipur is India’s first village for elephants.
The primary goal of Jaipur Hathi Gaon is to protect the welfare of the elephants housed within it. The elephants have appropriate food, water, shelter and veterinary treatment. They also have access to a huge space where they can freely roam and interact with one another like in their natural habitat.
The mahouts at Hathi Gaon are very well trained in elephant care and management. They are also incharge of ensuring the safety of the elephants and the guests. Elephant Village promotes ethical tourism and welfare.
Hathi Gaon is a popular tourist destination in Jaipur, attracting visitors from all over the world. Visitors can learn about elephants and their natural habitat, watch them bathe in the artificial pond, eat with trunks, play and even ride elephants if you want.
The Elephant Welfare Society also organizes elephant safaris and other activities for visitors. Proceeds from these activities help to support the upkeep of Hathi Gaon and the well-being of the elephants.
Hathi Gaon is not only a home for elephants but also a community for the mahouts and their families. The mahouts have their own homes within the village with their elephants. This is full of necessary needs for elephants and mahouts. The community of Hathi Gaon is closely knit and works together to ensure the well-being of the elephants and the village. Elephants only listen to their mahouts. That's why they live with them because mahouts live and take care of elephants from their birth.
Hathi Gaon is a model for elephant welfare in India. It is hoped that other elephant villages will be established across the country and follow ethical elephant tourism. The Elephant Welfare Society is committed to the continued development of Hathi Gaon and giving a well living to the elephants in Jaipur. They are working to expand the facilities and improve the living conditions of the elephants in Jaipur.
Hathi Gaon in Jaipur is a unique and inspiring place. It is a home for elephants and their handlers (mahouts). It is also a place where visitors can learn about elephants and their natural habitat and see them for hours enjoying some activities with them. The Elephant Welfare Society is doing an excellent job of managing Hathi Gaon. It is hoped that other elephant villages will be established across India.
I would highly recommend visiting Hathi Gaon if you are ever in Jaipur. It is a truly unforgettable experience but if you want to spend more time on tailor-made activities following ethical tourism visit "Elefantastic" - an ethical elephant sanctuary in Jaipur This sanctuary in Jaipur stood by elephant welfare and gave good care to elephants.
FAQs
Q. How many elephants are there in Hathi Gaon?
A. There are approximately 100 elephants in Hathi Gaon.
Q. What is the area of Hathi Gaon?
A. The area of Hathi Gaon is 30.5 hectares.
Q. What is the cost of visiting Hathi Gaon?
A. There is an entry fee for visiting Hathi Gaon.
For Indians - 100
For Foreigners - 350
Also, there are charges for elephant rides and other activities.
Q. When is the best time to visit Hathi Gaon?
A. The best time to visit Hathi Gaon is from October to March when the weather is pleasant so you can enjoy seeing elephants all day.
Q. How to reach Hathi Gaon?
A. Hathi Gaon is located near Kunda Amer, 4 km away from Amber Fort on NH-248. It can be reached by road or by hiring a taxi.
