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Just 45 minutes from the heart of Johannesburg, the Lion & Safari Park offers an unforgettable close-up encounter with Africa's most iconic wildlife. This half-day tour is perfect for travellers with limited time who want an authentic safari experience near the city.
Board an open-top safari vehicle for a guided game drive through separate predator enclosures, where you'll see lion prides including rare white lions, cheetahs, wild dogs, hyenas, and jackals. Your expert guide explains the behaviour, conservation status, and fascinating facts about each species.
The highlight for many visitors is the hands-on experience — hand-feed towering giraffe from a raised platform, and watch feeding time for the big cats. The park also houses zebra, wildebeest, gemsbok, and other plains game in their free-roaming enclosures.
Cinematic Timeline
Browse the curio shop. Return transfer to Johannesburg.
Browse the curio shop. Return transfer to Johannesburg.
Walk among lion prides in a guided tour. Learn about lion conservation and behaviour. Photo opportunities.
Walk among lion prides in a guided tour. Learn about lion conservation and behaviour. Photo opportunities.
Morning pick-up from your hotel in Johannesburg. 45-minute drive to the Lion & Safari Park in the Cradle of Humankind.
Morning pick-up from your hotel in Johannesburg. 45-minute drive to the Lion & Safari Park in the Cradle of Humankind.
Hand-feed giraffes from a raised platform. Open-vehicle game drive — see cheetah, wild dog, zebra, and hyena.
Hand-feed giraffes from a raised platform. Open-vehicle game drive — see cheetah, wild dog, zebra, and hyena.
3 Experiences · 2h 30m Journey
8:00 AM departure · 10:30 AM return · Every moment accounted for
Route is approximate and may vary based on conditions.
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Every tour supports local communities, minimises environmental impact, and contributes to conservation.
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"Absolutely incredible experience! Our guide was so knowledgeable and passionate. The views were breathtaking and the whole day was perfectly organized. Best tour we've ever done in South Africa."
James & Maria
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