KARIBA & JULIE · CHRISTMAS 2026

Give the gift of companionship

After years of living alone, Kariba and Julie will finally have the chance at a life in the company of other elephants. Donate €25 or more and you can help us welcome Kariba and give them both the start they deserve at Pangea. As a thank you, we’ll send a personalised certificate to celebrate their new beginning, for you or as a gift for someone special.

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Example of the personalised Kariba & Julie gift certificate Limited
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Shared stories

Though their paths never crossed, their stories are very similar. Taken as young calves from the wilds of Africa and brought to Europe in the 1980s, Kariba and Julie spent the next 40 years in captivity. As their companions were sent away or died, they both found themselves alone – Julie standing as Portugal’s last circus elephant and Kariba as the last elephant at a Belgian zoo.

Elephants are deeply social animals who need the company of their own kind, and those caring for Kariba and Julie recognised this and began looking for a better future for them. We are honoured to give them both a lifelong home and a more natural, peaceful life together here in the rolling hills of the Alentejo.

Portrait of Kariba
Kariba
Portrait of Julie
Julie
Julie foraging in the mud wallowKariba arriving at PangeaKariba’s first steps at the sanctuary

Celebrate their new beginning

Julie arrived in June, and her transformation has been remarkable. She has relished the chance to explore her new surroundings, foraging on grass and trees, wallowing in the mud and sleeping under the stars. But she has been on her own.

Kariba has now joined her, after a long road to get here. She was originally due to arrive before Julie, but a series of infections delayed her move, and one was so serious that she sadly lost part of her ear. Although her health remains a concern, the move to Pangea offers her the best chance of a recovery.

Your donation will help provide the care Kariba needs as she settles into her new home, supporting our work to give her and Julie the best possible start together.

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Gift certificate

Give €25 or more by 31 December and we’ll email you a personalised certificate in recognition of your support. 100% of your donation goes towards the care of Julie and Kariba.

Put your own name on the certificate, or someone else’s with a personal message.

Example of the personalised Kariba & Julie gift certificate Julie beside a fallen branch Kariba dust-bathing in the evening sun

Your gift

Choose your gifts
  • A day of hay €25

    Fresh hay for Kariba and Julie’s first days together.

  • A basket of fruits and veggies €40

    Apples, carrots, bananas, and all of their other favourites as a special treat.

  • Health supplements €75

    All of the vitamins and minerals they need to live long, healthy lives.

  • Medical care €150

    Veterinary treatment and care when they need it most.

  • Contribute to Kariba’s journey €250

    Help cover the transport costs of bringing her to Julie.

Gifts from €25.

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Limited edition certificates are issued for gifts made by 23:59 on 31 December 2026.

Questions

Is this an adoption?

No. It’s a gift to support Kariba’s move and her life at Pangea, and the certificate is our thank-you. There’s nothing to renew.

How long is the offer open?

Until 23:59 on 31 December 2026. After that you can still give to Pangea, but certificates won’t be issued.

When will the certificate arrive?

Within 24 hours of your gift.

Do I get to choose who the certificate is for?

Yes. Add the name you’d like on it and an optional message of up to 150 characters.

Can I post the certificate?

Everything is digital, so more of your money goes to the elephants. You’re welcome to print it and pop it in a card.

Limited edition certificate

Available for gifts made by 31 December 2026.

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