Exotic Animal World

A sanctuary dedicated to exotic pets previously kept as pets, offering family-friendly experiences and education.

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Description

Exotic Animal World rescues, rehabilitates, and provides a home for abandoned exotic pets. With a variety of animals, from bugs to birds to mammals, the sanctuary aims to inspire visitors and educate them about the magic of nature and respect for all creatures.

Highlights include tropical gardens filled with rescue birds and daily animal demonstrations.

Company Group

Independent Sanctuary

Activity Type

Nature & Wildlife Experience

Additional Links

Blog

Phone Number

Social Media

Activities List

  • Animal demonstrations at 11h00 and 15h00 (weekends, public, and school holidays).
  • Educational sessions for school groups on weekdays.

Experiences

  • Tropical gardens filled with exotic rescue birds.
  • Close encounters with surrendered exotic animals.

Estimate Duration

2 hours

Guidance Types

  • Self-guided tours
  • Guided animal demonstrations.

Skill Difficulty

Beginner friendly

What to Bring

  • Comfortable walking shoes
  • Water bottles

Additional Information

Special focus on educating children and families about exotic animals.

Inside Guides

  • Guests leave inspired and uplifted with memories to cherish forever.
  • Café Lemur offers a delightful dining experience for the whole family.

Weather Conditions

Ideal Weather: Sunny | Overcast

Rain Alert: Light rain (0%)

Weather Experience: The large indoor greenhouse ensures a tropical atmosphere that is enjoyable regardless of external wind or rain.

Restrictions

  • Not dog-friendly.
  • Visitors are requested not to touch, chase, tease, or feed any animals.

Rules & Safety

  • Visitors must respect animal welfare policies, including no touching or feeding of animals.

Reservation Policies

  • No bookings required for general visits.
  • For group bookings, email the sanctuary in advance.

Reservation required

No

Estimate Price Range

R50 – R100+

Min/Max Price

Min Price: R50

Max Price: R250

Entry Fees & Pricing

R88 – Adults
R79 – Students & Pensioners
R225 – Family (2 Adults & 2 Children)
R49 – Children (3–18)
Free – Children under 3

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible

Dog Friendly

Not dog friendly

Child Friendly

Child friendly

Booking Methods

  • Walk-ins welcome.
  • Email for formal group bookings.

Café Lemur

Child friendly

Children's play area

Eco-friendly practices

Educational experiences

Indoor & outdoor seating

Lost and found services

Parking

Professional guides & instructors

Restrooms

Safety measures & equipment

Shaded areas

Spectator areas

Tables and seating

Walk-ins

Wheelchair friendly

Must Tries

Animal Encounters: Join live demonstrations and get up close with rescued animals while learning about their care and rehabilitation.

Café Lemur Stop: Take a break at Café Lemur, where dining comes with the added charm of nearby animal activity.

Highlights

Rescue Wildlife Moments: Meet playful lemurs and colourful rescued parrots in carefully managed, interactive environments.

Exotic Aviaries: Explore enclosures filled with chinchillas, exotic birds, and other unique species from around the world.

Features
  • Café Lemur
  • Child friendly
  • Children’s play area
  • Eco-friendly practices
  • Educational experiences
  • Indoor & outdoor seating
  • Lost and found services
  • Parking
  • Professional guides & instructors
  • Restrooms
  • Safety measures & equipment
  • Shaded areas
  • Spectator areas
  • Tables and seating
  • Walk-ins
  • Wheelchair friendly

Must Tries

Animal Encounters: Join live demonstrations and get up close with rescued animals while learning about their care and rehabilitation.

Café Lemur Stop: Take a break at Café Lemur, where dining comes with the added charm of nearby animal activity.

Highlights

Rescue Wildlife Moments: Meet playful lemurs and colourful rescued parrots in carefully managed, interactive environments.

Exotic Aviaries: Explore enclosures filled with chinchillas, exotic birds, and other unique species from around the world.

Address

Exotic Animal World, Route 44, Klapmuts, Stellenbosch

Parking: Parking available on-site

Opening Hours

Monday – Sunday 09h00 – 17h00
Last entry 16h30

What To Expect

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