Your Wildest Day Out on the Garden Route!

1. Swing into Adventure at Monkeyland

Welcome to the world’s first free-roaming, multi-species primate sanctuary! As you step into the 12-hectare indigenous forest, you’re on their turf. The guided "Monkey Safari" is a truly interactive experience, not a zoo visit. Look up to see playful Ring-tailed Lemurs sunning themselves, spot a tiny Squirrel Monkey darting through the trees, or hear the surprisingly loud call of a Howler Monkey.

Your expert guide will not only point out the over 550 primates living here but will also share the incredible rescue stories of these ex-pets and laboratory animals. Don't forget to walk the 128-meter suspended canopy walk for a unique, treetop view of the forest canopy.

2. Take Flight at Birds of Eden

Just next door, you'll enter another world under the mesh dome of Birds of Eden, the largest single-span free-flight aviary on the planet! This massive sanctuary covers 2.3 hectares of forest and a deep gorge with a waterfall, providing a home for over 3,500 birds from more than 200 species.

Your visit here is a relaxing self-guided stroll along the 1.2 km walkways. Keep an eye out for flashes of colour—the vibrant Knysna Turaco (Lourie), majestic Cranes, and a huge variety of parrots and waterbirds flying freely overhead. It’s an immersive, peaceful experience that truly highlights the beauty of natural avian behaviour.

3. Face the Apex at Jukani Wildlife Sanctuary

Ready to meet some apex predators? A short drive from Monkeyland and Birds of Eden is Jukani Wildlife Sanctuary. This isn’t a safari; it's a permanent, safe home for big cats and other carnivores rescued from exploitative conditions.

The focus here is on responsible viewing. On your guided walking tour, you'll see magnificent animals like Lions, Tigers (Siberian and Bengal), Leopards, and Jaguars in large, natural enclosures built specifically for their individual needs. Jukani champions a strict "hands-off" policy, ensuring the animals live a stress-free life, free from human interaction. It's a powerful and ethical way to appreciate their majesty.

The SAASA Difference: Why Your Visit Matters

All three sanctuaries are part of the South African Animal Sanctuary Alliance (SAASA). This means your ticket directly supports their mission to provide lifelong care and a safe, natural habitat for rescued animals. By choosing a Combo or Triptic Ticket, you're not just having a fantastic day out—you're contributing to genuine wildlife conservation.

A R1000 donation to the South African Animal Sanctuary Alliance (SAASA) provides a voucher for one adult to visit Monkeyland, Birds of Eden, and Jukani Wildlife Sanctuary. The donation also includes a bonus activity: a dolphin and whale watching trip with Ocean Blue Adventures between December and May, or a sailing adventure with Ocean Sailing Charters in Knysna between June and November. This package, called the #WackyWildlife special, comes with a tax redemption certificate for 50% of the donation amount and is valid for one year.