Diary of an Elephant Orphan

What does it take to give an orphaned elephant a second chance at life in the wild?

Diary of an Elephant Orphan follows the extraordinary journey of Khanyisa, a young elephant rescued from a poacher’s snare after surviving severe dehydration and malnourishment. Nursed back to health by a dedicated team of conservationists, her greatest challenge still lies ahead: finding a family.

With wild herds unlikely to accept her, the team attempts something never done before with such a young elephant — integrating her into a semi-wild herd of rescued orphans. In the heart of Big 5 territory, they must navigate the delicate balance between human care and wild instinct, as Khanyisa is introduced to a group of massive, emotionally complex animals.

If successful, this unprecedented effort could redefine elephant rehabilitation — and offer one small orphan the chance to belong again.