Outrage Over Tourist's Disturbing Act with Elephant in Kenya

Sun Sep 14 2025 01:01:57 GMT+0300 (Eastern European Summer Time)

A Spanish tourist faces backlash after filming himself pouring beer down an elephant's trunk in a Kenyan wildlife reserve, leading to investigations by local authorities.

A Spanish tourist's video of pouring beer into an elephant's trunk in Kenya has sparked anger and led to investigations by the Kenya Wildlife Service and local wildlife authorities. The incident, caught on social media, has raised questions about tourism behaviors and wildlife conservation practices.

A Spanish tourist has garnered widespread condemnation after sharing videos on social media that show him pouring beer down an elephant's trunk while at a wildlife reservation in Kenya. The individual, who goes by the name 'Skydive_Kenya,' was seen drinking from a can of Tusker beer before giving the remaining fluid to the elephant in a post that he later deleted after a backlash erupted on social media.

Investigations are underway as the video drew significant criticism, particularly from Kenyans who viewed it as disrespectful to wildlife. In the aftermath, both the Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) and staff members from Ol Jogi Conservancy, where the incident occurred, expressed shock at the behavior, emphasizing that such actions undermine conservation efforts.

Witnesses confirmed the footage and identified the location as the Ol Jogi Conservancy in Laikipia, which is home to a notable population of elephants. The video's authenticity was verified by the BBC, leading to discussions on the responsibilities tourists hold regarding wildlife interactions.

Additionally, the actions of the tourist align with a concerning trend seen recently in Kenya's wildlife tourism sector, where individuals have disrupted wildlife activities, prompting calls for stricter regulations and enforcement to protect these animals. The overall incident, happening just after another controversial event involving tourists disturbing migrating wildebeasts, has reignited debates over wildlife tourism ethics.