What is the migration route of the African elephant?

There are a million routes. Basically they follow good conditions, if they are out of food they move on. On their way to a lush environment they visit waterholes, come across desserts, through villages and visit family and handsome bulls. read more

Following the migration routes of African elephants – the giants – it crosses southern Africa from Namibia’s Skeleton Coast on the west to Kwa Zulu, Natal in South Africa in the east. Set to last five months, the route also ventures into Botswana, Zambia, Zimbabwe and Mozambique. read more

Both Asian and African elephants migrate and generally follow the same migratory routes annually. Migration distances vary considerably depending on environmental conditions. During a prolonged dry season in Africa, elephant migration distances were recorded to extend over 100 km (62 mi.). read more

A matriarch African elephant leads the herd through migration by using her memory to find safe routes with plentiful food and water. Families of elephants join to make a large group for safe migration. read more