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Panthera Africa Educational Visit

Stanford, Western Cape

Activity Description

One of Panthera Africa’s main purposes is to be an educational platform where we create awareness about the conditions big cats face in captivity, and how animal welfare and enrichment plays a vital role in giving them the best captive life possible. We are a true sanctuary where no cub petting, breeding or trading takes place.

On our educational visits you have the chance of capturing photographs of the big cats in their beautiful Natural homes, and get to know about their unique stories, in addition to the important facts about the species and their different situations. We strongly believe in the importance of educating you about animal welfare and conservation, so together with a staff member you will be taken for a lovely walk whilst admiring the beautiful cats.

We ask you kindly to arrive 15 minutes prior to your visit.

We look forward to sharing our dream with you, and to introducing you to our four legged friends!

Online booking system closes 24 hours in advance. Please call +27 (0)71 182 8368 to inquire about possible openings on short notice.

Arrangements

DurationOpen Ended
WhenAll year round - closed on Tuesdays and the following days: 25 Dec, 26 Dec, 1 Jan.
WhereHow to find us: Stanford is situated in the heart of the Cape Whale and White Shark Coast about 140km from Cape Town, and is easily reached by car (2 hours). You have the choice of two amazing yet very different routes. Route one - Mountain pass Follow the N2 from Cape Town to Somerset West Enjoy the Journey over Sir Lowry's Pass, through Elgin Valley Route two - Ocean view Follow the N2 from Cape Town to Somerset West Turn off onto the R44 to Gordon's Bay and follow the magnificent coastline road Both routes join up with the R43 that leads you towards and through Hermanus to Stanford. When entering Stanford make a left onto the R326 towards Caledon / Riviersonderend. Continue on the tar road for approximately 4km and make a right turn towards Papiesvlei. Continue on the gravel road for 3.5km till you see the Panthera Africa sign on your right. Drive 1.3km, through the neighbouring farm, and follow the signs to the entrance.
WeatherWeather dependent service.
What to WearComfortable Clothing Walking Shoes
Things to BringCamera.
Guests or SpectatorsOnly Paying guest allowed on tour. No pets are allowed on visits and are not to be left in the car outside in the parking area. No Firearms are allowed on the premises. No picnics are allowed to take place on the premises before or after the visit. No photos or videos taken at Panthera Africa Big Cat Sanctuary are allowed to be used for commercial usage without written permission from Panthera Africa Management. Panthera Africa NPC has copyright of any photos taken at Panthera Africa Big Cat Sanctuary, and can be used as they see fit.

Requirements

Minimum Age0 years
Minimum Height0.0 m
Maximum Height0.0 m
Fitness LevelNo Fitness Requirement
Maximum Weight0.0 kg
CertificationNot Applicable
Experience LevelNo Experience Requirement

Inclusions and Exclusions

Inclusions90 minute guided walk.
ExclusionsRefreshments

Notes

Online booking system closes 24 hours in advance. Please call +27 (0)71 182 8368 to inquire about possible openings on short notice.

Customer Reviews

Very disappointed in talk and your which was only directed to the adults and not the child. Repeatedly brought child to her attention to include him but request ignored. We left before the tour was complete. Perhaps talk should be given in a more relaxed, heart felt and not rehearsed way. Try keep the children's attention with facts they can absorb - Carolyn


We have visited many Cats Sanctuaries, Panthera Africa is the best in terms of education and caring for their loved animals.... We were so privileged to be a part of it. For those who would like pictures please keep in mind that the whole nets are small and there are no deck to take any pictures from the top or so ever.... Maybe you can arrange privately, as it is shown on Instagram, we didn't query. Thank you so much to Panthera Team for your hard work and extreme friendliness of the reservation lady ! - Olga


We have great respect for what they are doing at this sanctuary. Hearing the stories behind each cat, makes you realise how important it is to have sanctuaries of this nature. Thank you Katinka for sharing your knowledge and stories. - Bev


It was a very good experience to have been here. The information was very comprehensive and new to us. Afterwards we were somewhat disturbed by the industry that has grown up around the animals and how money is made from them. We hope that in the interests of the animals, political regulations will be put in place in future to prevent the kind of fates we have seen here. Thank you very much for your commitment. - Ulrich


Absolutely excellent visit. Knowledgeable guide, wonderful facilities. Only felt the 2 hour tour was a little too long. 1 maybe 1 and a half hours would have been perfect. Thank you - Sharon




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