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Lion Park

Cnr Malibongwe & R114 Lanseria, Johannesburg 2194, South Africa
27 011 691 9905
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Ranked #8 of 55 attractions in Johannesburg
Type: Nature/ Wildlife Areas
Traveler Description: The Johannesburg Lions Park, situated about 45 minutes away from Johannesburg by car, is a must see for all age groups. A quick round trip would take... more »
Useful Information: Activities for older children, Activities for young children
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Ellon, Scotland, United Kingdom
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 25, 2013 NEW

We only had time to quickly visit and see the lion cubs, unfortunately you have to pay the full price as if you were driving round the whole park - our choice though. Cubs and other enclosure animals are great and look as if they are well cared for, keepers seem knowledgeable and professional. We visited at a quiet time... More

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Oslo, Norway
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed May 24, 2013 NEW

2 min with the cubs in a small cage is not a cub interaction in my opinion. Not worth the money for these 2 minutes. If i had known that 2 min is what u get, i would not go there. In other places like ukutula, antelope park etc you get much much much more value for your money. To... More

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Trinidad
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 22, 2013 NEW

Very nice being able to touch and pet baby lions, Giraffes, and being on a nature park. there are people taking photos of you and you can purchase one portraying you on the cover of National Leographic. Unfortunately when I was there the guy printed the photo on normal paper then said he could not access the border for the... More

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Johannesburg, South Africa
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 20, 2013 NEW

I decided to take my wife for an impromptu cheese and wine birthday picnic with some of our Australian family that were visiting. they were absolutely blown away with the whole experience so close to Johannesburg, especially being able to handle the cubs.

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Deal, United Kingdom
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 18, 2013

Only in Jo'burg for 3 days so had to go. OKish baby lions seemed very soporific - probably just as well!!

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Johannesburg, South Africa
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 17, 2013

This park is very small, and the lions are enclosed in very small areas. One is guaranteed getting up close to lion, but, unless there is no other option, I would avoid, and rather go to a larger Game reserve, where the animals roam free

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Mumbai
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 16, 2013

A small place to experience 2 of the big 5 of south africa. You can hand feed giraffe, play with lion clubs (both white and brown) for 2-3 mins, see 4 prides of lion with attraction being the big white lion. Look out for other animals like zebra, deers etc in a separate section. You can drive through or take... More

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Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 15, 2013

Yes, it WAS organized, but that was necessary to enable so many people to see these animals up close and natural. Many people do not consider the dangers involved; thus, rules and regulations to protect both animals and people. Before setting out, our guide reminded everyone that there was to be no food or drink on board. A family in... More

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Castricum, The Netherlands
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 15, 2013

Way too much organised, slightly bored, I mean come on! I come to wild country and you know they have do this a hundred times before. Quite a let down! Food is slow, though lts of personnel, nobody seems in charge, had to wait 30 min for a sandwich! alwmost came to late for trip, they only delivered, when I... More

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London, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 14, 2013

we decided to go for a night lion feeding option and were not disappointed. it is the sort of situation which is very hard to experience on safari and without assisted lighting one would probably not be able to take any photos. Driver guide was very helpful and we enjoyed trip very much. The highlight of the trip was feeding... More

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