A day at Lion & Cheetah Sanctuary starts with a booking, a little preparation and room to be curious. Our educational drives introduce the animals and the sanctuary setting near Cullinan, within reach of Pretoria and Johannesburg.
Plan for approximately two to two-and-a-half hours on the guided drive. If you would like pool time, a Spa appointment or an overnight stay, arrange that alongside the visit rather than trying to fit everything in on arrival.
Choose a date and the 11:00 or 14:00 departure you would prefer, then send the number of adults and children in your group. The team will confirm availability, current prices and the arrangements for your visit.
Published guide rates are R350 for adults and guests aged 12 or over, R100 for children aged 2 to 11, and R300 for pensioners. Ask about younger children, group arrangements and any additional experience you would like to include.
Wear comfortable footwear for a bushveld outing and bring a hat, sunscreen, drinking water and a camera. A light layer is useful when the weather turns or the air cools. Check the forecast before leaving, particularly if afternoon rain is possible.
Bring a swimsuit and towel if you plan to use the pool. Ask about picnic arrangements and any food you intend to bring when booking.
Share the ages of children, any mobility or access needs and anything else that could affect the visit. That gives the team time to explain the vehicle, route and facilities before you make the journey.
Use the sanctuary entrance directions supplied with your booking and allow time to arrive before the drive departs. Save the contact number and directions on your phone before travelling.
Your guide will explain the programme and the visitor boundaries for the day. Stay with the group, follow instructions around enclosures and let the animals determine how much you see.
There is no need to make the sanctuary a hurried stop between other plans. Spend time by the pool, enquire about the Spa or book accommodation and discover how the setting changes after dark.
If transport is part of the plan, include your collection point and return needs in a shuttle enquiry.
A guide takes you through the sanctuary on an educational game drive, introducing the animals and sharing the detail you might otherwise miss. Allow approximately two to two-and-a-half hours for the drive, with additional time if you would like to relax afterwards.
The day-visit schedule offers departures at 11:00 and 14:00, Monday to Sunday, including school and public holidays. Advance booking is essential. Confirm your chosen departure when arranging your visit.
The currently published guide rates are R350 per adult and guest aged 12 or over, R100 per child aged 2 to 11, and R300 per pensioner. Request a quote for your date and group, including any additional experiences. Rates are confirmed with your reservation.
Families are welcome to enquire. Give the ages of all children so the team can explain suitability and any restrictions for the experience you are considering. The general day-visit child rate does not establish eligibility for every separate activity.
The day-visit offering includes time at the pool and picnic area before or after the drive. Bring a swimsuit and towel if you would like to swim, and confirm the arrangements when you book.
Lion & Cheetah Sanctuary is in the Cullinan area near Pretoria, in Gauteng, close to Dinokeng. Request the correct entrance directions before setting out. A shuttle can be arranged by enquiry.
Yes, expect a gravel-road section before reaching the sanctuary. Allow extra time and ask about current road conditions, particularly after rain or if you are travelling in a low-clearance vehicle. Request the correct entrance directions before departure.
Ask about the group format when arranging your visit. Vehicle and departure arrangements can vary, so explain if you have particular needs or are planning a private group outing.
