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The biggest little gift

Standing in the presence of an Asian Elephant is an experience you will never forget. Studying the intricate wrinkles on their skin, watching as they splash in the waterhole, admiring their gentle strength as a trunk wraps around a tasty treat. A simple trumpet in your direction will etch a jumbo-sized footprint on your heart.  

Now, you have the chance to join our herd and adopt one of the Asian Elephants at Monarto Safari Park. By adopting an elephant, you aren't just making a donation. You are becoming an active guardian of the herd, ensuring these incredible animals thrive with world-class care, and supporting the conservation of their wild cousins for generations to come.

Meet the herd

Burma

Tang Mo

Permai

Pak Boon

Putra Mas

How it works

For an annual gift of $500, you can adopt one of the magnificent elephants at Monarto Safari Park and directly contribute to their daily life, funding their nutritious meals, engaging enrichment, and specialised care.


You have the option to choose which member of the herd to adopt, Burma, Pak Boon, Tang Mo, Permai or bull elephant, Putra Mas. Adopt one or create your own herd at home!

As a thankyou for opening your heart to the herd, your annual adoption includes:

Two General
Admission Tickets
to visit Monarto Safari Park
Two Exclusive
Email Updates
per year telling you all about your individual elephant and what they've been up to
An Official Adoption Certificate
and detailed Elephant Fact Sheet
A Limited-Edition Tote Bag
to show off your support!

50% of Asian Elephants were lost in the last three generations

It's estimated that there are less than 52,000 Asian Elephants remaining in the wild, with the world losing 50% of Asian Elephants in the last three generations.

This makes regionally-coordinated conservation programs more critical than ever. A long-term collaborative commitment is crucial to ensuring the species remains for generations to come.

About Zoos SA

Zoos SA is a not-for-profit conservation charity that exists to connect people with nature and save species from extinction. Since 1878, Zoos SA has long been established as a treasured part of the community, representing a significant part of South Australia’s heritage and is one of the state’s oldest conservation organisations.

Zoos SA operates Adelaide Zoo and Monarto Safari Park; each is a unique blend of conservation and zoological activities that encourage science-based conservation work, public recreation, education, and tourism.

Together they house a wide variety of spectacular wildlife in internationally-renowned habitats. Monarto Safari Park spans more than 1,500 hectares and plays a vital role in international breeding and conservation programs, housing a both exotic and native species. Home to more than 50 species of exotic and native mammals, birds and reptiles, you can fit every major zoo in Australia inside the Park and still have land left over.

FAQs

About the adoption

How long does the adoption last?

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12 months, with renewal process starting from 11 months.

Do I get to choose my elephant?

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Yes. You can choose your favourite elephant during the adoption process.  Available elephants are Burma, Permai, Pak Boon, Putra Mas & Tang Mo.

Can I adopt all the elephants?

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Absolutely. Yes you can adopt as many elephants as you like. You can adopt your favourite, all of them or if you can’t decide, adopt any combination.

Supporters select their chosen elephant/s during the purchase process.

Can the supporter renew after 12 months?

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  • Yes, the Adopter will be asked to renew their adoption over a period of 3 months - at 11 months, 12 months on the anniversary, and last chance at 13 months (1 month after lapsed).
  • Renewal adopters do not receive the full merchandise pack again.
  • Renewal Pack includes:
    • New Adoption Certificate with new dates
    • Photo of your chosen elephant
    • Continued exclusive updates
    • 2x GA tickets to MSP to see your elephant

Is there a limit on the number of adoptions available?

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No. There is no limit on the number of adoptions available, either overall or per elephant.

What is the difference between an Exclusive Adoption and a Species Adoption?

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Exclusive Adoption allows you to connect with an individual elephant and receive exclusive updates, premium merchandise and additional benefits. Species Adoption supports an entire species and is available from $120 per year or $10 per month.

Is my adoption tax deductible?

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Yes, your adoption is tax deductible. 

Does my adoption mean I own or sponsor the individual animal?

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No. Premium Adoption is a symbolic way to show your support and connect with your chosen animal. While you do not own or sponsor the animal, your adoption helps support its care and wellbeing, while contributing to Zoos SA's broader conservation efforts.

Does the money go directly to the elephant I choose?

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No. While your adoption is linked to a specific elephant, funds are used to support the care and wellbeing of our animals and the broader conservation work of Zoos SA.

Home Terms & Conditions

Zoos SA is a not-for-profit conservation charity that exists to connect people with nature and save species from extinction. Zoos SA acknowledges the Country on which we stand always was, and always will be, Aboriginal land and we pay our deepest respect and gratitude to Kaurna (Adelaide Zoo) and Ngarrindjeri (Monarto Safari Park) Elders, past, present and emerging. We undertake critical conservation work throughout Australia and acknowledge the traditional custodians of these lands.