Africa Alive Reserve

Africa Alive Reserve There’s so much to see and do at Africa Alive Reserve and always something new to discover! Giraffes, lions, lemurs, meerkats, rhinos and more!
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At Africa Alive, you'll encounter hundreds of incredible animals from across the African continent. With endless opportunities for exploration and discovery, there's always something new and exciting to see and do during your visit. A full day of fun at Africa Alive.

Midweek mood: prickly. 😬These sharp quills are a serious style statement...But who do they belong to? Tell us in the com...
26/11/2025

Midweek mood: prickly. 😬

These sharp quills are a serious style statement...

But who do they belong to? Tell us in the comments!👇

Sub-zero temps incoming?No problem... the cuddle pile is officially activated. ❄️🧡Our meerkats (and yellow mongoose!) kn...
25/11/2025

Sub-zero temps incoming?

No problem... the cuddle pile is officially activated. ❄️🧡

Our meerkats (and yellow mongoose!) know exactly how to stay toasty on a freezing night.

📸: Keeper Jesse

If confidence had hooves, it would look like a pygmy goat. 😌🐐From striking a pose to proudly chewing the scenery, they b...
24/11/2025

If confidence had hooves, it would look like a pygmy goat. 😌🐐

From striking a pose to proudly chewing the scenery, they bring endless charm to Africa Alive and never fail to make us smile.

Come say "hi" this winter! ❄️

Autumn sunshine looks good on Duma. 🍂 Our beautiful cheetah spent the afternoon stretched out in her favourite high spot...
23/11/2025

Autumn sunshine looks good on Duma. 🍂

Our beautiful cheetah spent the afternoon stretched out in her favourite high spot, quietly watching the world go by!

With fewer than 7,000 cheetahs left across Africa, every individual plays an important role in securing the future of the species.

By caring for Duma here at Africa Alive, we’re part of vital conservation efforts working to protect cheetahs and the landscapes they depend on. 🌍

POV: It’s November in Suffolk... and you’ve been waiting all day for the rain to stop. 😢🌧️
22/11/2025

POV: It’s November in Suffolk... and you’ve been waiting all day for the rain to stop. 😢🌧️

Golden hour with Sahula... ✨Now just over two and a half months old; she's growing fast, finding her feet and already fu...
21/11/2025

Golden hour with Sahula... ✨

Now just over two and a half months old; she's growing fast, finding her feet and already full of quiet confidence.

Her name carries a beautiful meaning in Africa: “being calm through the tides, reliable, open-hearted and thriving even in challenging times.” It also blends the names of her parents - Sanib and Calula - a perfect tribute to both of them.

It couldn’t suit her more. As one of the newest members of a Critically Endangered species, Sahula will grow up to be an ambassador for Somali wild asses; helping inspire understanding and awareness for a species that needs every voice. 🌍

That face you make when you step outside and it’s below zero… ❄️😬Native to Madagascar, fossas are the island’s top preda...
20/11/2025

That face you make when you step outside and it’s below zero… ❄️😬

Native to Madagascar, fossas are the island’s top predator - but even they’d think twice about a frosty morning in Suffolk!

With fewer than 2,500 adults left in the wild, every individual is vital to the future of this extraordinary species. 🌿

📸: AWL Photos

Autumn colours + African hunting dog patterns = the perfect match. 🍂🐾This is Chip - named after the tiny chip missing fr...
19/11/2025

Autumn colours + African hunting dog patterns = the perfect match. 🍂🐾

This is Chip - named after the tiny chip missing from his ear. He and his brother BB are part of an Endangered species, and every individual plays an important role in giving hunting dogs a future. 🌍💛

The Santa Run is coming to Africa Alive! ✨🎅Fancy Dress 1.5KM Fun Run - Sunday 21st DecemberGet ready for some festive fu...
18/11/2025

The Santa Run is coming to Africa Alive! ✨🎅

Fancy Dress 1.5KM Fun Run - Sunday 21st December

Get ready for some festive fun at Africa Alive’s brand-new Santa Run! This joyful 1.5km fancy-dress fun run is perfect for families, friends and runners of all ages and abilities - the ideal way to start your day with Christmas cheer. ❤️🎄

And the best part? Every penny raised goes directly towards the care and welfare of our animals. 🦁💛

Book now 👉 https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0pM3RJ0

That stare! 🦉Milky eagle owls are the biggest owls in Africa - and one of the only owls in the world with pink eyelids, ...
17/11/2025

That stare! 🦉

Milky eagle owls are the biggest owls in Africa - and one of the only owls in the world with pink eyelids, helping reduce glare during dawn and dusk hunts.

Silent, strong and incredibly striking, they’re perfectly built for life in the African night. 🌙

📸: Keeper Brooke

16/11/2025

Ever feel like you’re being watched...? 👀

Cold weather creeping in means Tess the genet is wrapped up warm - but still keeping an eye on everything. ❄️

Genets are naturally nocturnal and have excellent night vision, making them skilled hunters and important players in their ecosystems.

🎥: Keeper Dyson

Bold colours, long legs and beautiful spiral horn... blesbok truly stand out on our plains. ☀️🧡Once pushed close to exti...
15/11/2025

Bold colours, long legs and beautiful spiral horn... blesbok truly stand out on our plains. ☀️🧡

Once pushed close to extinction through overhunting, they’re now part of vital conservation efforts helping safeguard the species for generations to come.

📸: AWL Photos

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Whites Lane
Lowestoft
NR337TF

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 4pm
Tuesday 10am - 4pm
Wednesday 10am - 4pm
Thursday 10am - 4pm
Friday 10am - 4pm
Saturday 10am - 4pm
Sunday 10am - 4pm

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+441502740291

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In 1991 Africa Alive! formerly known as Suffolk Wildlife Park, was acquired by the Goymour family. Over the following years Africa Alive! has evolved into an African themed park continuing its vital work to animal care and welfare, education and conservation.

On Valentine’s Day 14th February 2013, Africa Alive!, along with our sister park Banham Zoo near Diss, Norfolk, became part of the Zoological Society of East Anglia (ZSEA). By becoming a registered charity this has enabled the parks to secure their long term futures, with the primary aims to the advancement of education, zoology, animal welfare, environmental protection and continue with the important work undertaken for wildlife conservation across the world.

The ultimate beneficiaries of all that we do, with your support, are the animals in our care and wildlife conservation.

Africa Alive! is set in 100 acres of stunning Suffolk countryside and also offers the chance to spot a wide range of British wildlife. Bird lovers can also enjoy spotting native nature from our new ‘Wader’s Lake’ boardwalk or seeing some African feathered friends in our Woodland Walk!