Elephant Feeding
Blog post description.
6/27/20251 min read
🐘 Mudumalai Elephant Feeding Experience
Get Up Close with the Gentle Giants of the Western Ghats
Located within the lush forests of the Nilgiris, the Mudumalai Elephant Camp at Theppakadu offers a unique opportunity to witness and participate in the daily elephant feeding sessions — an unforgettable experience that brings you face-to-face with India’s most beloved animals.
🌿 About Theppakadu Elephant Camp
Established over 100 years ago, Theppakadu is one of the oldest elephant camps in Asia, operated by the Tamil Nadu Forest Department. Here, trained (kumki) elephants live under the care of experienced mahouts and forest staff, who feed, bathe, and care for them daily.
🍌 Elephant Feeding Schedule
Visitors can watch as the elephants are:
Led to the camp in the morning or evening
Fed traditional nutritious meals like ragi balls, bananas, and jaggery
Gently bathed and cared for by their mahouts
⏰ Timings:
Morning Feeding: Around 7:00 AM – 8:00 AM
Evening Feeding: Around 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM
(Times may vary slightly depending on forest schedules)
👨👩👧 Perfect for Families & Kids
This activity is highly recommended for:
Families traveling with children
Wildlife enthusiasts
Photographers and nature lovers
You’ll not only enjoy seeing the elephants up close, but also learn about their behavior, diet, training, and importance in forest management.
📸 Don’t Miss
Taking photos of the elephants being fed
Interacting with the mahouts (they love to share stories!)
Watching the elephants spray themselves with water or play in the mud
💡 Visitor Tips
Arrive early to get a good spot — especially during weekends
Maintain silence and respect around animals
Do not attempt to touch or feed the elephants yourself
Always follow instructions from forest officials
🎟️ Entry Fee
Entry to the elephant camp is usually included with the Mudumalai entry fee
A small additional charge may apply for camera use
📍 How to Reach
Theppakadu Elephant Camp is located about 45 km from Ooty, en route to Masinagudi
You can visit this camp as part of your Mudumalai Jeep Safari Package with Western Ghats Getaways
🐘 Book This Experience with Us!
Combine your Jeep Safari with a visit to the Elephant Camp — we’ll take care of transport, timing, and permissions.
📞 Call/WhatsApp: +91 XXXXXXXXXX
📧 Email: info@westernghatsgetaways.com
📍 Location: Theppakadu, Mudumalai Tiger Reserve