Elephants, wherever you encounter them, are wild animals. Close, unsupervised contact with any elephant should never be initiated. Do not climb into enclosures; do not get out of vehicles. Do not tailgate an elephant. Think of how you might behave if a stranger suddenly appeared in your living room. Or materialized out of a solid object. Think of how you would react to a dog nattering at your heels. Respect these great gray beings and they will respect you.
ABOUT ELEPHANTS 
I envy you in the fact that you got to travel, and that you were able to spend the time that you did with the elephants. It is on my bucket list. Wonderful shot Cheryl!
Make sure it’s on the top of your bucket list!