This is the epic moment two SIX TONNE elephants clashed tusk to tusk sending a shuddering thud through the air.

Tom Sairowua was leading a tour through the Masai Mara National Game Reserve, Kenya, at the start of March when he spotted the two giant bulls sizing each other up.

Dramatic footage shows one of the massive animals appearing to back away from its rival before lunging forward, causing the pair to crash together head-on.

As their frightening tusks smash together, thundering sounds filled the savannah air while Tom’s group captured photos just a few metres away.

Tom said: “It was very impressive to see the power of these animals. The fight was so important as it dictates leadership as well as who will have easier access to females.

“The two were fighting to prove their dominance. The aggressive elephant on the left pursued his foe for an hour before they disappeared away.

“We were not far away from the two giants so we had to be very careful because they can be very aggressive and charge the vehicle at any time.

“Each of the males weighs six tonnes and they are between 15 and 17 years old.

“It was my first sighting to see elephants fighting even though I was born and raised in the Masai Mara.

“I have spent five years as a full-time guide in the reserve and have covered most of the national parks in Kenya.”

This is the epic moment two SIX TONNE elephants clashed tusk to tusk sending a shuddering thud through the air.

Tom Sairowua was leading a tour through the Masai Mara National Game Reserve, Kenya, at the start of March when he spotted the two giant bulls sizing each other up.

Dramatic footage shows one of the massive animals appearing to back away from its rival before lunging forward, causing the pair to crash together head on.

As their frightening tusks smash together, thundering sounds filled the savannah air while Tom’s group captured photos just a few metres away.

Tom said: “It was very impressive to see the power of these animals. The fight was so important as it dictates leadership as well as who will have easier access to females.

“The two were fighting to prove their dominance. The aggressive elephant on the left pursued his foe for an hour before they disappeared away.

“We were not far away from the two giants so we had to be very careful because they can be very aggressive and charge the vehicle at any time.

“Each of the male weighs six tonnes and they are between 15 and 17-years-old.

“It was my first sighting to see elephants fighting even though I was born and raised in the Masai Mara.

“I have spent five years as a full-time guide in the reserve and have covered most of the national parks in Kenya.”