Big cats raised in captivity cannot be released into the wild. LIONSROCK Big Cat Sanctuary, a project by FOUR PAWS, provides an appropriate, lifelong home for big cats. Please remember to arrive 30 minutes before the start time of your tour.

In addition to your sanctuary tour, we also have an on-site Restaurant, kiddies playground area, and pool.

Please note that should you wish to use the pool, this would be at your own risk as there are no lifeguards on duty. No children are allowed in the pool area without adult supervision.

Sanctuary Tour

One of the standout features of a Private Game Lodge is its commitment to exclusivity. Unlike larger, more crowded safari destinations, Private lodges limits the number of guests, ensuring an intimate and personalized experience. This exclusivity extends to game drives, where knowledgeable and experienced guides lead small groups, providing an opportunity for in-depth exploration and wildlife observation. The seclusion of the lodge allows guests to connect with nature on a profound level, away from the distractions of modern life.
The Greater Kruger Park is renowned for its rich biodiversity, and Private Game Lodge maximizes the potential for extraordinary wildlife encounters. The lodge's strategic location provides access to prime game-viewing areas, allowing guests to witness the "Big Five". The skilled guides are not just experts in tracking animals but also passionate storytellers, sharing their knowledge about the flora and fauna, enriching the safari experience.

Greater Kruger National Park 4 day safari at a private game lodge

A unique experience that encompasses the best of the Clarens and Golden Gate area of the Free State. Fully guided with comfortable accommodation and delicious meals provided. Daily hikes are especially curated for this tour and use trails on private land not ordinarily accessible to the general public. Your charismatic guide provides unique insights into the local culture, geography and history. A highlight are visits to hidden and spectacular San rock art paintings. Minimum numbers per group 4 pax-12pax

Clarens San-traverse Slackpack

Tiger Valley, nestled in a quiet part of the sanctuary is home to Tigers from all parts of the globe.

This tour provides an incredible experience of seeing Tigers in person and getting a full view of the habitat that they are thriving in

Each cat has their own story that led them to the sanctuary, this tour gives you a learning experience of Tigers

Enriching and fulfilling to learn about who they are, how they interact, their diet, how they roam freely and hide in their secure yet appropriate enclosure


Tiger Valley Tour

This leisurely stroll with a guide through the valley and forest is not only a wonderful opportunity for introspection, but it's also the only calm way to get a better look at some of our magnificent big cats that aren't seen on regular tours. This is your chance to hear their stories. Discover the splendor of the natural world through the eyes of the smallest insects, plants, trees, roaming animals, and of course, our magnificent big cats.
Feel the valley and Sanctuary's unique beauty rather than just seeing it.

Sanctuary Walking Tour

It's like sunshine for your soul as you take some time to play while learning more about our Big Cats. This tour enriches your knowledge on what our Big Cats are about and who they are and how they interact. Apart from learning about lions, it's a very enriching activity to experience to see a lion in person.

Lionsrock Big Cat Enrichment Tour

To gain a greater insight into the daily work of the animal caretaker team and for an in-depth look behind the scenes.

This is also a fun outing to experience one of our big cats in person and to learn more about who they are, how they interact and having to see their beauty

Exclusive Sanctuary Tour

This African adventure takes you to Palala Boutique Game Lodge & Spa in Limpopo, which is located about 4 hours' drive from Johannesburg. The Lodge has an airstrip and helipads, should you prefer a shorter travel time to Palala. During your five-day adventure, be mesmerized by cruising down the Limpopo River with your Captain at the helm of your luxury boat cruise , game drives with a storyline brought down by generations of ancient knowledge, center your chakra through international award-winning signature treatments and reach your inner Zen at Sediko Bush Spa. Luxury living awaits you with Hand crafted soft furnishings and crisp linen in your boutique home away from home.

Limpopo - 5 day Safari

This African adventure takes you to Palala Boutique Game Lodge & Spa in Limpopo, which is located about 4 hours' drive from Johannesburg. The Lodge has an airstrip and helipads, should you prefer a shorter travel time to Palala. During your two-day adventure, be mesmerized by cruising down the Limpopo River with your Captain at the helm of your luxury boat cruise , game drives and a guided walk with a storyline brought down by generations of ancient knowledge, center your chakra through international award-winning signature treatments and reach your inner Zen at Sediko Bush Spa. Luxury living awaits you with Hand crafted soft furnishings and crisp linen in your boutique home away from home.

Limpopo 4 Days Safari

This African adventure takes you to Palala Boutique Game Lodge & Spa in Limpopo, which is located about 4 hours' drive from Johannesburg. The Lodge has an airstrip and helipads, should you prefer a shorter travel time to Palala. During your one-day adventure, be mesmerized by cruising down the Limpopo River with your Captain at the helm of your luxury boat cruise , center your chakra through international award-winning signature treatments and reach your inner Zen at Sediko Bush Spa. 

Limpopo 1-Day River Cruise & Spa Treat

This African adventure takes you to Palala Boutique Game Lodge & Spa in Limpopo, which is located about 4 hours' drive from Johannesburg. The Lodge has an airstrip and helipads, should you prefer a shorter travel time to Palala. During your two-day adventure, be mesmerized by cruising down the Limpopo River with your Captain at the helm of your luxury boat cruise , game drives with a storyline brought down by generations of ancient knowledge, center your chakra through international award-winning signature treatments and reach your inner Zen at Sediko Bush Spa. Luxury living awaits you with Hand crafted soft furnishings and crisp linen in your boutique home away from home.

2 Days Limpopo Safari Tour

Our Hiking trail through a forest is relaxing yet fun as you spend time enjoying what nature has to offer

You have the opportunity to hike to a cave and to the platform viewing the entire Sanctuary

Hiking Trail to the cave

This specially designed trail will lead you past our dam, which is teeming with weavers, to a lovely cove and a little, naturally formed cave that is beautifully sculpted.

Take a mystical stroll into the woodland to cap off your tour before returning to the main visitor area. Join us on this adventure, be willing to take chances, and remember that greatness never comes from comfort zones or settling for the average.

Hiking trail to the platform

The cat sanctuary is home to over 150 rescued cats. This tour gives you insight into their habitat.

This guided experience is not only live action, but you get to learn and discover so much there is to know about how these majestic animals live and interact

Each cat has an incredible story that led them to their new home at Lionsrock

We also have a variety of game and all sorts of bird species refuge on the farm as you explore

Feeding Tour

Get ready for exciting game viewing as we search for the famous black-maned lions. Spend time observing various antelope species including the ubiquitous springbok and oryx, hartebeest, eland and the famous black-maned Kalahari lion, jackal, brown hyena and wildcat at the waterholes. Don't forget to bring your camera and binoculars as this region is a haven for birdwatchers with an incredible 40 different species of birds of prey and vultures.

Allow us to introduce you to the Kalahari Desert The unforgiving, hardened, dust-filled land dotted with vegetation takes no prisoners. Day after day, animals live to survive. Eat or be eaten. Everything takes place in the extremities. The riverbeds are dry most of the time, with only boreholes to fill the water holes. When the rivers have water after heavy rains, it is only for a short time.

If you are an adventurer and explorer at heart, this tour is for you.

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