Activities 

Public Times

Gates open 7 days a week:
10am - 5pm

Self-Guided Exploration

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Explicitly state that visitors walk through the designated areas of the facilities themselves at their own pace to view the resident animals and grounds.Explicitly state that visitors walk through the designated areas of the facilities themselves at their own pace to view the resident animals and grounds.

Braai

Facility 

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Nothing says a great day out in the Free State like a classic braai! 

We offer excellent braai facilities on-site for our visitors to enjoy. Please note that our braai areas are located in different designated spots around the grounds to give everyone their own space to relax.

  • Day Visitors: Our general braai spots are open for public use on a first-come, first-served basis (facilities are shared and not exclusive).

  • Overnight Guests: If you are staying with us, please note that ALL Rooms  feature their own  braai facilities close by

What to bring

  • Own wood/charcoal
  • Own Firelighters 

Note: 
We do sell on the premises

Visitor

Info:

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Open 7 days a week

10aam - 5pm

R130 per adult

R100 per child under 10

located a mere 22 kilometer's outside of Bloemfontein

Picnic

Areas

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Pack your favorite basket, bring your family and friends, and make a day of it! 

We invite you to unwind in our designated picnic areas after exploring the grounds. It is the perfect spot to sit back, relax, and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere of the Free State landscape.

Please note: To keep our rescued residents safe and healthy, feeding any wildlife or birds in the picnic area is strictly prohibited. All food must remain within the designated picnic zones.

What to bring:

  • Own picnic baskets and food
  • Own picnic blankets
Note: 
We do sell picnic paper plate sets

Sanctuary Rules & Visitor Guidelines

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  • Strictly No Interaction
  • Stay Behind the Barriers
  • Do Not Feed the Animals
  • Respect the Animals' Peace
  • No Free-Roaming Pets
  • Supervise Children At All Times
  • No Smoking or Littering

Eatery  

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Need a break from exploring? 

Stop by our cozy onsite eatery! Whether you are looking for a refreshing cold drink, a hot cup of coffee, or a delicious light bite to eat, we have something to hit the spot. It is the perfect place to recharge your batteries before heading back out to see the rest of our beautiful resident animals.

Sit back, relax, and enjoy a quiet moment in the heart of the sanctuary.