Lionsrock Big Cat Sanctuary, established by Four Paws, stands as a testament to the organization’s unwavering commitment to animal welfare. Situated in the heart of their mission, Lionsrock provides a haven for big cats rescued from dire circumstances, where suffering and exploitation once defined their existence.
Within this sanctuary’s borders, these majestic creatures find solace and care, far removed from the perils of their past. FOUR PAWS’ overarching vision, extending beyond the confines of Lionsrock, envisages a world where humanity’s treatment of animals reflects empathy, understanding, and respect.
Through their tireless efforts, they not only reveal the plight of animals under human influence but also take tangible steps to alleviate their suffering and ensure their protection. In this shared vision, Lionsrock stands as a beacon of hope, symbolizing the possibility of a future where compassion triumphs over cruelty.
ENRICHMENT TOUR: Directly after your warm welcome at reception and pre-tour video, you will take part in creating enrichment items for our Big Cats. Learn about the importance of enrichment and join our caretakers on the back of an open vehicle to distribute the enrichment you have made and, watch as they interact with your creations. It’s like sunshine for your soul as you take some time to play, while learning more about our Big Cats, their stories, and our work here at the Sanctuary. An amazing opportunity to live loudly and be fully alive! Days like these are how we make beautiful memories!
EXCLUSIVE TOUR: Have you ever wondered what it takes to run a Big Cat Sanctuary with over 100 Big Cats? This is the perfect opportunity to gain a greater insight into the daily work of the animal caretaker team and, for an in-depth look behind the scenes. The morning will include watching our caretakers feed our Big Cats, a close-up aerial view from the bridge, a tour of the LIONSROCK Clinic, and an exclusive walk through the viewing tunnel followed by a visit to tiger valley. The perfect opportunity to see firsthand how our Big Cats have flourished after what they have been through and, a better understanding of our work here at the sanctuary. End your morning with a light lunch whilst taking in the magnificent views of the valley below. The tour also includes a small token gift to remember us by.
FEEDING TOUR: After your check-in at reception and pre-tour video, your journey begins with a scenic drive through the sanctuary and will be followed by a dining experience like no other! Join our cate takers as they feed our Big Cats, walking above their feeding area for a perfect bird’s eye view. Your tour continues with a visit to the leopard and tiger enclosures where you will learn so much more about our Big Cats, their general behaviour, diets, nutritional facts and, their unbelievable stories before reaching their forever home. Get an insight and closer look at the work that we do here at the sanctuary. We do hope that you will join us for this incredible experience, as each day at LIONSROCK is beautiful in its own way!This tour ensures that you live just such a day in a magnificent and moving way!
HIKE TO THE CAVE: After your check-in at reception and pre-tour video, this short and, tailored hike will take you past our dam, teaming with weavers, to a beautiful cove and natural little cave artfully carved out by nature. As William Blake suggested ‘See the world in a grain of sand and a heaven in a wild flower…‘Our magical forest loop will end your tour before heading back to the main visitor area. Please stay a while for a leisurely bite to eat or something refreshing to quinch your thirst after the hike. It is always worthwhile!
HIKE TO THE PLATFORM: After your check-in at reception and pre-hike video, this tailored hike will take you past our dam teaming with weavers, to a beautiful cove and natural little cave artfully carved out by nature, and end up at the most spectacular view of the Sanctuary from the Platform. End your tour with a magical walk through the forest before heading back to the main visitor area. Take this journey with us, risk the unusual, because greatness never comes from comfort zones and we should never settle for the ordinary.
SANCTUARY DRIVE: Big Cats raised in captivity cannot be released into the wild. LIONSROCK Big Cat Sanctuary, by FOUR PAWS, provides an appropriate, lifelong home for Big Cats that were kept in inadequate conditions in zoos, circuses, or private captivity. The habitat, constructed for our Big Cats, offers large areas for family groups, facilitation of natural behaviour through enrichment and, the highest standards of medical care, as well as, maximum security standards for the enclosures. After your check-in at reception and pre-tour video, your 1 1/2 Hour Guided journey into our Sanctuary begins! Meet some of our regal Big Cats, including a stop at our Special Care Unit, Leopard & Tiger enclosures, and don’t forget to look out for our free roaming wildlife who also call LIONSROCK home. Gain in-depth knowledge about the struggles and victories of our Big Cats. We may not all be the same, but our desire to live is no different!
SANCTUARY WALK: After your warm welcome at reception and our pre-tour video, this guided and relaxing walk through the valley and forest is a beautiful reflective time, but also the most unique quiet opportunity for a closer look at a few of our majestic Big Cats not seen on a standard tour. Now is an opportunity to learn their stories. Experience the beauty of nature from the tiniest insects, plants, trees, free-roaming animals, and of course our beautiful Big Cats. FEEL rather than just observe the valley and Sanctuary, and its special kind of beautiful!
TIGERS TOUR: If you are particularly intrigued by these breathtaking Big Cats, then this is the tour for you. Tiger Valley, nestled in a quiet part of the sanctuary is home to Tigers from all parts of the globe with harrowing beginnings from circuses, living in train carriages for 15 years, and even special rescue missions to war-torn countries. Great measures are taken to try to mimic their natural habitats as far as possible.
At LIONSROCK it is possible to see firsthand how they now thrive in their forever home.
We kindly request that you contact reception at all times for any
assistance. They will immediately contact the appropriate people to facilitate
a speedy response.
• Hoogland Medi Clinic – Private Hospital Telephone: 27583072000 This
hospital is situated 22 km from the farm.
• Emergency medical rescue ER 24 • General Practitioner – Dr Basson - Telephone: 27583030653.
Vaccinations:
• No vaccinations are required but it is recommended that a Hepatitis A
vaccination is taken as a precautionary measure.
• The area is a malaria area but we are malaria free.
Bethlehem normally receives about 506mm of rain per year, with most rainfall occurring mainly during mid-summer.
It receives the lowest rainfall (1mm) in July and the highest (90mm) in January. The monthly distribution of average daily maximum temperatures shows that the average midday temperatures for Bethlehem range from 15°C in June to 26.2°C in January.
The region is the coldest during June when the mercury drops to 0°C on average during the night.
One Cabin can sleep 4 people and the other Cabin can sleep 6 people.
Luxury double en suite rooms.
In the event of cancellation, the following rules shall apply:
- More than 30 days prior to arrival: 10% of the total deposit amount
- More than 14 days prior to arrival: 50% of the total deposit amount
- 2 to 14 days prior to arrival: 100% of the total deposit amount
- Less than 48 hours prior to arrival : Forfeit full payment
All terms and conditions are applicable on all bookings with LIONSROCK. LIONSROCK reserves the right to change rates at any time – confirmed bookings will not be subject to price changes. All prices are stipulated in ZAR (South African Rand) and bookings are made on a per night basis.
Check-in time is from 14:00 upon arrival and check out is at 10:00 on the day of departure. Guests leaving the park will be issued with a “Pass-out / Paid in Full” card. No guest will be allowed to leave the park without the card.
LIONSROCK does not accept responsibility for: Theft, loss, damages, illness or injury pertaining to guests or their belongings, in any way, while travelling or staying at the LIONSROCK or after staying.
Any publication or advertisement by a third party regarding the services or accommodation available. Any mistakes, miscommunications or misrepresentations of information regarding accommodation or bookings on our website or brochures.
The guest shall be responsible for any damage or loss to any room which they have occupied, whether accidental or not.
Queries, Concerns and Complaints: Full detail of any queries, concerns and complaints shall be submitted to LIONSROCK within 4 weeks after the guest vacated the room.
Please adhere to the speed limit within the sanctuary.
Please adhere to the speed limit within the sanctuary.
Please adhere to the speed limit within the sanctuary.
Children of all ages are welcome
