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Experience an unforgettable family adventure at Bothongo Rhino & Lion Nature Reserve with our October and November specials! Enjoy 2-hour Game Drives starting at R1140 for a family of three or R1460 for a family of four. Prefer a Self Drive? Prices start at just R530 for a family of three and R660 for a family of four. Add the Wonder Cave for only R80 per person. Valid from 1 October – 30 November 2024. T&Cs apply.

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Activities

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Self Drives

Explore the reserve
R 240
00
Per Adult
  • Kids (5-12 years): R150
  • Pensioners (60+): R180
  • Predator feeding: Sat, Sun & Wed at 1pm
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Enjoy a self-drive, exploring the African bush and a variety of wildlife at your own pace. Have the freedom to create experiences from the comfort of your vehicle, Self-drives also provides access to other areas of the reserve, including the wildlife centre, hippo walkway, and the picnic spots and pools.
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WonderCave

45min Guided Cave Tour
R 320
00
Per Adult
  • Kids (5-12 years): R230
  • Pensioners (60+): R260
  • Self-Drive Included
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Explore the WonderCave's underground beauty with seasoned guides, marvelling at stalactites, stalagmites in subtle lighting. Learn about geology, history, and the cave's living ecosystem. Enjoy a safe, informative, and thrilling tour, followed by an inclusive self-drive experience in the reserve.
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1hr PREDATOR TOUR

Guided Predator Tour
R 410
00
Per Adult
  • Kids (5-12 years): R290
  • Pensioners (60+): R340
  • (Min. 2 Pax)
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Join a 1-hour guided predator tour to witness lions, cheetahs, and wild dogs in their very large enclosures. The guided tour also provides access after your drive to other areas of the reserve, including the wildlife centre, hippo walkway, and the picnic spots and pools

2hr Game Drive

Guided Game Drive
R 495
00
Per Adult
  • Kids (5-12 years): R360
  • Pensioners (60+): R410
  • (Min. 2 Pax)
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Join our expert-led guided tour for an immersive African bush experience. View diverse wildlife in an open game viewer and learn about fauna and flora. The guided tour also provides access after your drive to other areas of the reserve, including the wildlife centre, hippo walkway, and the picnic spots and pools

Private Tour

Exclusive Guided Experience
R 6500
00
Per Vehicle
  • Game Drive vehicle up to 9 people
  • Exclusive experience
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Enjoy an exclusive guided tour for nine with your own game drive vehicle at the reserve.

Led by expert guides, explore diverse landscapes and observe a large variety of wildlife. Gain insights into fauna and flora, and access additional features like the wildlife centre, pools and picnic areas after the tour,

Or, enjoy the options of our restaurants.
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BMX Track

Cradle BMX
R 100
00
Per Person (non-members)
  • Cradle BMX Club Members: R50
  • Optional rentals available on-site
  • No helmet, no ride
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Discover Cradle BMX at Rhino & Lion Nature Reserve. Suitable for all ages, it features beginner-friendly tracks and coaching. Rent or buy gear, enjoy BMX rides, and explore nature.

Open daily, with extended holiday hours, offering a unique cycling experience.

Accommodation

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Chalets

Rustic Stone Cottages | Up to 4 pax
From R 1300
00
Per Night
  • Weekdays (Mon-Thurs) R1300 per unit, per night.
  • Weekends (Fri-Sun) R1700 per unit, per night.
    (Incl. public & school holidays)
  • Extra Child (3-12 Years) R140 per night
    (maximum of 1 extra allowed)
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The rest camp consists of three private, fully equipped chalets. Each chalet sleeps four people. The self cater chalets are equipped with gas appliances (hot water, fridge and 3 plate stove only), with no electricity or telephones.

Couple Cabin

Log Cabin | 2 pax only
From R 990
00
Per Night
  • Weekdays (Mon-Thurs) R990 per couple, per night.
  • Weekends (Fri-Sun) R1490 per couple, per night.
    (Incl. public & school holidays)
  • Pensioners (60+) R740 per couple, per night.
    (midweek only)
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Relax in our stylish couples log cabin, ideal for couples or solo travelers. Featuring self-catering amenities, open-plan kitchen, lounge, dining area, bedroom, bathroom, DSTV, 2-seater jacuzzi, and deck with built-in braai/BBQ. A serene bush retreat awaits.
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Family Cabin

Log Cabin | Up to 4 pax
From R 1800
00
Per Night
  • Weekdays (Mon-Thurs) R1800 per unit, per night.
  • Weekends (Fri-Sun) R2700 per unit, per night.
    (Incl. public & school holidays)
  • Pensioners (60+) R740 per couple, per night.
    (midweek only)
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Enjoy a self-catering bush escape in our four-sleeper log cabin with family and friends. Features include an open-plan kitchen, lounge, two bedrooms, two bathrooms, sleeper couch, DSTV, a 6-seater jacuzzi, and a built-in braai/BBQ on the deck.

Reserve Highlights

Explore our reserve

Giraffe Feeding

at Neck & Deck Restaurant
  • R50 per bag of feed
  • Meet Skye, our local resident
  • Perfect photo opportunity
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Neck & Deck

restaurant and bar
  • Giraffe Feeding
  • Dine with a view
  • Great wine list & cocktails
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Predator Feeding

makes for a wild time
  • Wednesdays, Saturdays and Sundays at 1pm
  • Feeding of Wild Dogs, Lion & Cheetah
  • Available to view on self-drive or guided tours
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Rhino Sightings

get super close
  • Super close-up sightings
  • The best in Gauteng!
  • Protected 24h
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Pools

perfect for the hot summer days
  • Swimming pool at PidiPidi Play Park
  • Swimming pool at the wildlife centre
  • Swimming pool at Neck & Deck Restaurant
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Kids Play Areas

Kiddies paradise
  • PidiPidi Play Park at Thatch Cafe
  • Play area and picnic area at wildlife centre
  • Play park at Neck & Deck Restaurant
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Picnic Area

at our wildlife centre
  • Outdoor family outing
  • Swimming pool and play area
  • Entry is included in ticket price
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Vulture Restaurant

incredible sightings of vultures
  • Some of the best wild vulture sightings in the country
  • Secluded vulture hide
  • Bird lovers paradise!
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Kiddies Parties

the perfect venue
  • Our restaurants make the perfect party venue
  • Kiddies play areas at all our restaurants
  • Private function space available
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Guided Walks

2 Hour Guided Savannah Trails
R 500 Per Adult
  • Kids (12-17 years): R420
  • Pensioners (60+): R420
  • (Min. 4 Pax)
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Discover nature on our Savannah Trails, a 120-minute educational walk. Learn about fauna, flora, birds, and insects, while getting close to wildlife, all under our guides' expertise. Traverse hills and gain a deeper understanding of the environment.