Feathers, Fangs & Freefalls
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This pocket of the Garden Route is home to some of South Africa’s most immersive wildlife encounters and adrenaline-fuelled adventures, all within minutes of each other. Step into the world’s largest free-flight aviary at Birds of Eden, where thousands of birds soar overhead in a lush, forested dome. Wander elevated walkways at Monkeyland and meet rescued primates in a natural habitat. Come face-to-face with majestic big cats at Jukani Wildlife Sanctuary or learn about conservation at Tenikwa Wildlife Rehabilitation & Awareness Centre. If reptiles fascinate you, Lawnwood Snake Sanctuary offers up-close encounters in a safe, educational setting. And when you’re ready to turn up the adrenaline? Canyon, zip and rappel your way down waterfalls with Africanyon River Adventures — an unforgettable rush through dramatic river gorges.
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Birds of Eden
“A true free-flight bird sanctuary.”
Birds of Eden’s unique two hectare dome (the world’s largest) spans over a gorge of indigenous forest. Currently it is home to over 3,500 birds from over 220 species, with the main focus being African birds. Visits to Birds of Eden are usually self-guided, however guided walks are offered on request.
Jukani Wildlife Sanctuary
At Jukani our mission is to maintain and manage a sustainable wildlife sanctuary, with the focus on creating widespread awareness about the plight of large predators in captivity, in South Africa and all over the world.
Where big cats are at home – The animals at Jukani have been rescued or re-homed from facilities that could no longer care for them. They can now explore their large natural habitat, designed and built around each individual animal’s needs..
Monkeyland Sanctuary
“A true primate sanctuary.”
Monkeyland is the worlds first free roaming multi-specie primate sanctuary. It’s mission is to educate and foster greater understanding of our primate cousins and the threats and challenges they are facing.
Tenikwa Wildlife Sanctuary & Awareness Centre
Tenikwa Wildlife Awareness Centre is located at The Crags in Plettenberg Bay. We offer a variety of conservation-based wildlife tours and accommodation suitable for couples, families and romantic getaways. Tenikwa is a non-profit organisation and your support funds our conservation activities.
AFRICANYON RIVER ADVENTURES
Africanyon River Adventures delivers one of the Garden Route’s most unforgettable outdoor adventures — a heart-pounding canyoning experience (locally known as kloofing). Under the guidance of experienced, professionally trained guides, you’ll abseil down waterfalls, swim through crystal-clear rock pools, scramble over river rocks and, on the full-length trip, zip across a natural rock pool. No prior experience is needed, and all the essential gear — wetsuit, helmet, harness and flotation device — is provided, making it a hit with first-timers, seasoned explorers and families alike.
