PETA backs Bali Zoo elephant riding ban but says ongoing orangutan shows are ‘troubling’

Conservationists Hope End To Elephant Riding In Bali Will Prompt More Sustainable Tourism

With Bali’s Natural Resources Conservation Agency (BKSDA) instructing the end of elephant riding at tourism attractions on the island, there are hopes that the tide is starting to turn on unethical wildlife tourism in the region.  As of the 1st January 2026, Bali Zoo ceased to offer elephant rides for tourists, though the official announcement wasn’t … The post Conservationists Hope End To Elephant Riding In Bali Will Prompt More Sustainable Tou…

Elephants in Captivity - Sustainable Action Now (SAN)

January 2026 has marked a consequential moment in the global conversation about elephants in captivity, animal tourism, and the ethics of profit-driven wildlife entertainment. From Southeast Asia to North America, new developments underscore both meaningful progress and deeply entrenched problems. While some institutions are beginning to retreat from the most visibly exploitative practices, advocates warn that partial reforms are not enough—and …

PETA backs Bali Zoo elephant riding ban but says ongoing orangutan shows are ‘troubling’

PETA’s Asia President has commended Bali Zoo for ending elephant riding but says more needs to be done as even so-called “gentle” interactions, such as bathing or feeding elephants, are not benign “alternatives.” Effective 1 January 2026, the zoo confirmed it has discontinued the activity to give its elephants more time for natural behaviours, social […]