Bothongo Rhino & Lion Nature Reserve
The nearest faraway place
Big game and endangered species in the heart of the Cradle of Humankind, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, 45 minutes from Johannesburg and Pretoria.
- Closed on Mondays, except in school holidays
- Predator feeding at 13:00
- Kids under 12 free, one per paying adult
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Wildlife wonders
The reserve is home to more than 600 animals and over 30 species of game, including three of the Big Five: Kruger lions, white rhinos and buffalo. Guided game drives in open vehicles are led by SATOUR-registered guides.
You can also see the reintroduced African wild dog, cheetahs, hippos, crocodiles and more than 20 types of antelope. From the vulture hide you can watch and photograph the rare Cape vulture, and there is even evidence that leopards occasionally roam the area.
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Stay the night
Self-catering stone chalets and log cabins on the reserve.
from R1 250 a night
from R1 850 a night
long lunches
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Reserve a table at Neck & Deck for free.
Neck & Deck
Rhino & Lion Nature Reserve
Breakfast, light meals, mains and sundowners on the deck.
Free to reserve. You pay on the day.
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Specials
November special
Stone Chalet
Rhino & Lion Nature Reserve
R1 450 R1 250 per night
01 Nov to 30 Nov
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Opening hours
Opening hours
Tuesday to Sunday 08:00–17:00, Saturdays and public holidays until 18:00. Closed on Mondays, except in school holidays