Lion and Safari Park tour in Johannesburg
Johannesburg, South Africa

Lion and Safari Park tour

Outty Ranking 52 4.5 · 2 traveler reviews4 hoursFrom $2300

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52/100

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4.5/5

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Is Lion and Safari Park tour worth booking?

Lion and Safari Park tour is a 4-hour experience in Johannesburg, South Africa, from $2300 per person. It scores 52 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look, based on a 4.5/5 rating across 2 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
52 / 100
Rating
4.5/5 (2)
Duration
4 hours
From
$2300 per person

We give you an opportunity to visit and learn about Africa's exciting wild animals at a close range. The Lion and Safari Park is home to Lions, including the rare white lions, and other Carnivores, such as Hyenas, Leopar

What you get

  • Guided tour
  • Pick up and drop off at your adress in an air conditioned vehicle
  • Safari vehicle game drive fee

About this experience

We give you an opportunity to visit and learn about Africa's exciting wild animals at a close range. The Lion and Safari Park is home to Lions, including the rare white lions, and other Carnivores, such as Hyenas, Leopards, Cheetahs and Wild Dogs. Predators are kept in camps to give Visitors a better view and for great picture taking opportunities. Lion and Safari Park lions, are healthier and bigger in size as compared to the Lions in the Wild. You see animals up and close. Herbivores including, Giraffes amongst others are roaming freely in the park. The Photographic centre at the Lion and safari park is printing Proffessional pictures taken by visitors on game drives. The 5 Dome/shopping experience sells wide range of goods including locally sourced African arts and crafts, Curios, jewellery, clothing and home-ware. Wetlands restaurant and bar is selling a variety of lunch dishes.

What's included

Included

  • Guided tour
  • Pick up and drop off at your adress in an air conditioned vehicle
  • Safari vehicle game drive fee

Not included

  • Lunch
  • Items of personal interest from shops.

What you'll see and do

  1. Lion and Safari Park

    You will be picked up from your address to visit the park and dropped off at the end of the tour, by a driver guide; in a standard comfortable air conditioned vehicle. On arrival at the park you do the game drive in a Safari vehicle conducted by a field guide. The drive will take you through Lions, Hyenas, Leopards, Cheetahs and Wilddog camps as the field guide share information about these predators. Three prides of lions are found including the rare White Lions. You are guaranteed to get close to Africa's exciting animals, to learn and to be given time to take pictures. The Park has a 5 Dome shopping center with a range of goods including locally sourced African Arts and Crafts, Curios, jewelery, Clothing and Home-ware.We give you time to browse the shops incase there is a need. Snack shop is available where you can by snacks and drinks to have on game drive. At the end of the tour you can sit for lunch at the park restaurant

    120 minutes here · Admission not included

Where it starts and ends

Hotel pickup

Pickup is included for all travelers.

Before you book

Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Languages
en
Ticket
Mobile Only
Runs on
Every day
Group size
Up to 3 travelers per booking
Operated by
LBK Tours

Know before you go

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Photos

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Traveler reviews

2 verified traveler reviews for Lion and Safari Park tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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tristan_c · March 2025

Fun Experience

That the pick up spot is great if the hotel you are picked up at are aware that they are a pick up spot. Mine was not.

Response from the operator: Hi Tristan.The tour guide was on time to pick you up @Sandton hotel,pick up address indicated on your booking ticket,only to find that you used the different hotel and did not notify us about the changes. I am grateful all went well with the tour

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Mjoseph9 · June 2023

Short and Sweet

This was my first “safari like” tour. The place was not very busy and there was no wait. It was very convenience. This is more of a controlled environment, not like the safari parks were the animals are wild; however, you still get the fundamental experience. I chose this park because it was half day and they pick you up directly from you house or hotel. This convenience made it so easy for me. I got to see the lions close up, even though there was a fenced barrier for safety. The animals were nice and friendly and the tour guides were hilarious. The trip was short, not a long day event, but just enough to have some fun.

Response from the operator: It was a pleasure communicating with you and thank you for a positive review on this experience. Hope to give you service again In future.

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Good to know

Duration
4 hours
Free cancellation
Up to 24h before
Minimum age to book
18+
Availability
Bookable today
Runs on
Every day
Price range
$2300 to $3700
Hotel pickup
Included for all travelers
Booked in 30 days
1
Verdict
Worth a Look

Why this scores 52

The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

Traveler sentiment (30% weight)84
Review evidence (18% weight)16
Booking momentum (14% weight)12
Value for money (12% weight)0
Listing quality (10% weight)100
Local standing (8% weight)47
Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

Lion and Safari Park tour: questions travelers ask

Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Johannesburg.

How much does Lion and Safari Park tour cost?

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Prices start at $2300 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Johannesburg usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

How long does Lion and Safari Park tour take?

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Plan for about 4 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Johannesburg is not rushed.

Is Lion and Safari Park tour worth it?

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It holds an Outty Ranking of 52 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.5/5 across 2 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Johannesburg, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

Can I cancel or reschedule Lion and Safari Park tour?

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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.

Is Lion and Safari Park tour suitable for kids and families?

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The operator sets a minimum age of 18. Older children generally do well here, and families should factor in the 4-hour running time when deciding.

How far in advance should I book Lion and Safari Park tour?

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Around 1 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Johannesburg can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.

What should I bring or wear?

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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Johannesburg and add a light layer if any part of the 4-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

Where does Lion and Safari Park tour start and how do I get there?

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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Johannesburg within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.

What are the best things to do in Johannesburg?

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On Outty we rank every Johannesburg experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Full Day Ultimate Pilanesberg National Park Safari from Johannesburg or Pretoria, Soweto and Johannesburg Exclusive Full Day Guided Tour, Half Guided Day Tour of Soweto And Apartheid Museum. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.

When is the best time to visit Johannesburg?

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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

How many days do you need in Johannesburg?

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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

Do I book through Outty or through the operator?

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