Lockdown Updates
Dear VALUED GUESTS
Welcome to the Bothongo Rhino & Lion Nature Reserve.
Even though the country and especially Gauteng is going through a very uncertain time and we miss moving around like we used to, we would like you to know that we have what your wild hearts are longing for. The COVID-19 lockdown restrictions means that a few things at the reserve are changing in order to keep you and our staff safe while exploring. Take a look below to see all the amazing things you can still see and do when visiting.
EXPLORE the CHANGES and book your visit
the nature reserve
Nature Reserve Times
View Dates & Times in the Table Below
Tuesday to Friday: 08h00 to 17h00
Saturday and Sunday: 08h00 to 18h00
Monday’s Open: 08h00 to 17h00
- Monday- 13 December 2021 – OPEN
- Monday- 20 December 2021 – OPEN
- Monday – 27 December 2021 – OPEN (Public Holiday)
Tuesday to Friday: 08h00 to 17h00
Saturday and Sunday: 08h00 to 18h00
Monday’s & Public Holidays Open: 08h00 to 17h00
- Monday – 03 January 2022– OPEN
- Monday – 10 January 2022 – OPEN
- Monday – 21 March 2022 – OPEN (Public Holiday)
- Monday – 28 March 2022 – OPEN
- Monday – 04 April 2022 – OPEN
- Monday – 18 April 2022 – OPEN (Public Holiday)
- Monday – 02 May 2022 – OPEN (Public Holiday)
- Monday – 27 June 2022 – OPEN
- Monday – 04 July 2022 – OPEN
- Monday – 11 July 2022 – OPEN
- Monday – 18 July 2022 – OPEN
- Monday – 08 August 2022 – OPEN
- Monday – 03 October 2022 – OPEN
- Monday – 10 October 2022 – OPEN
- Monday – 19 December 2022 – OPEN
- Monday – 26 December 2022 – OPEN (Public Holiday)
Tuesday to Friday: 08h00 to 17h00
Saturday and Sunday: 08h00 to 18h00
Monday’s & Public Holidays Open: 08h00 to 17h00
- Monday – 02 January 2023 – OPEN (Public Holiday)
- Monday – 09 January 2023 – OPEN
See below for the specific times and details of each of our restaurants, activities and attractions:
Nature Reserve
OPEN
Times:
- Monday* to Friday: 08h00 to 17h00
- Saturday and Sunday: 08h00 to 18h00
*Open on Mondays during school holidays & Public Holidays.
Ticket Office
OPEN
Times:
- Monday* to Sunday: 08h00 – 16h00 (last ticket is sold at 15h30)
The ticket office is located at the Welcome Centre.
*Open on the following Mondays during school holidays & Public Holidays.
Shuu-lo Curio Shop
OPEN
Times:
- Monday* to Sunday: 08h00 – 16h00
The Shuu-lo Curio Shop is located at the Welcome Centre.
*Open on Mondays during school holidays & Public Holidays.
restaurants
Kiddies Play Park @ Neck & Deck
OPEN
Times:
- *Monday to Thursday: 08h00 – 17h00
- Friday to Sunday: 08h00 – 19h00
Angel’s Den Shebeen
OPEN
Times:
- *Monday to Thursday: 08h00 – 17h00 (last order at 16h30)
- Friday to Sunday: 08h00 – 19h00 (last order at 18h30)
Activities
Self-Game Drives
(including 4×4 routes)
OPEN
Times:
- *Monday to Friday: 08h00 – 17h00
- Saturday to Sunday: 08h00 – 18h00
The latest a vehicle will be allowed into the reserve is 16h00 and the latest a ticket can be purchased for that day is 15h30.
*Open on Mondays during school holidays & Public Holidays.
Guided Game Drives
OPEN
Times:
- *Monday to Sunday: at 09h00, 12h00 and 15h00 (i.e. three time slots per day)
- No game drives at 17h00 due to lockdown restrictions
10 persons allowed on 10 seaters
22 persons allowed on 22 Seaters
*Open on Mondays during school holidays & Public Holidays.
Braai and Picnic Areas
OPEN
Times:
- Monday* to Friday: 08h00 to 17h00
- Saturday and Sunday: 08h00 to 18h00
*Open on Mondays during school holidays & Public Holidays.
The Predator Camps
OPEN
Swimming Pool
Located between the Boma Restaurant and the Braai and Picnic Areas
OPEN
Times:
- Monday* to Friday: 09h00 to 16h00
- Saturday and Sunday: 08h00 to 17h00
*Open on Mondays during school holidays & Public Holidays.
The Snake & Reptile Park
OPEN
Times:
- Monday* to Friday: 08h00 to 17h00
- Saturday and Sunday: 08h00 to 18h00
*Open on Mondays during school holidays & Public Holidays.
The Cradle Bike Shop
OPEN
The Cradle Bike Park
OPEN
The Waterfowl Park
OPEN
Times:
- Monday* to Friday: 08h00 to 17h00
- Saturday and Sunday: 08h00 to 18h00
*Open on Mondays during school holidays & Public Holidays.
Wildlife Centre
OPEN
Times:
- Monday* to Friday: 08h00 to 17h00
- Saturday and Sunday: 08h00 to 18h00
*Open on Mondays during school holidays & Public Holidays.
Bird Park
OPEN
Times:
- Monday* to Friday: 08h00 to 17h00
- Saturday and Sunday: 08h00 to 18h00
*Open on Mondays during school holidays & Public Holidays.
Snake Shows
OPEN
Times:
- Monday* to Friday: 08h00 to 17h00
- Saturday and Sunday: 08h00 to 18h00
*Open on Mondays during school holidays & Public Holidays.
Bothongo African Garden
OPEN
Times:
- Monday* to Friday: 09h00 to 16h00
- Saturday and Sunday: 08h00 to 17h00
*Open on Mondays during school holidays & Public Holidays.
Hippo Walkway
OPEN
Tours will commence every 2 hours, starting at:
- 09h00
- 11h00
- 13h00
- 15h00 – last slot on weekdays
- 17h00 – last slot on weekends and public holidays
*Open on Mondays during school holidays & Public Holidays.
accomodation
Visit The Bothongo Rhino & Lion Nature Reserve during the #WildWinterWonder campaign and get your tickets at the special price.
Safety Rules and Regulations
Upon entering the reserve, ALL visitors will be required to undergo Covid-19 screening. Any person that records a body temperature of 37.5 degrees or more will be asked not to enter our reserve or facilities, and we would politely recommend that the person seek medical attention immediately for further testing.
Safety Regulations:
No persons will be allowed entry to the reserve or any facilities without appropriate face masks or shields.
Visitors are required to comply with all recommended social distancing requirements, and wash or sanitise hands regularly. Please note that we prefer not to handle cash, but rather card or online payments.
No persons are permitted to be outside of their vehicle at any time, apart from designated areas and facilities.
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Terms and Conditions
Times and pricing subject to change without notice.
E&OE
