I unfortunately missed the visit to the Game Park (due to some extended festivities after the Chiefs game), but was able to meet with the team for the afternoon adventure to the Elephant park. Our guides first taught us a little about the elephant, and the respect they have for their intelligence. We all had the chance to get acquianted up close. Colleen was certainly not shy about making a friend.
Daniel almost lost his hand here.
Sue was shy initially, but she couldn't resist. The few tons of friendliness won her over.
David's smile was contagious, as I think I see a little smirk from his new friend.
Tony did not quite know what to think about getting a kiss.
These animals are huge, as this one towers over Arjen.
I don't believe these creatures are that common in Brazil, so Tiago was certainly amused. 
A close-up -- hey buddy!
A close-up -- hey buddy!
...and the whole group in front of our new friends.
Next part -- learning to walk with the elephants. Interestingly, each one has their own unique style of being led. Tony led his without issue.
I think this one might just be following David.
Chris' walking partner needed to be led by the inside of his trunk.
Stacy was clearly enjoying herself with the same animal.
Sure enough, my elephant was probably the most unique of all. Our guides instructed us to make a loop with our arm, and our friend would put his trunk directly through. (see below for the fun part!)
Chris' walking partner needed to be led by the inside of his trunk.
Stacy was clearly enjoying herself with the same animal.
Sure enough, my elephant was probably the most unique of all. Our guides instructed us to make a loop with our arm, and our friend would put his trunk directly through. (see below for the fun part!)
Sue had the same.
Sure enough, his nose became a little curious. For whatever reason, this cracked me up.
Next venture -- riding the elephants around the enclosed fencing; first up, Daniel...
..and company.
Look -- Phil found a friend!
..as did I.
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At first, Carmen was adamant about not getting on the elephant, but Nike peer pressure can be overwhelming. After she got on, she was all smiles! ...
..as you can see.
Bert was a natural.
Sure enough, his nose became a little curious. For whatever reason, this cracked me up.
Next venture -- riding the elephants around the enclosed fencing; first up, Daniel...
..and company.
Look -- Phil found a friend!
..as did I.
...
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At first, Carmen was adamant about not getting on the elephant, but Nike peer pressure can be overwhelming. After she got on, she was all smiles! ...
..as you can see.
Bert was a natural.
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