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.
15/02/2025
This February half term, we’re celebrating all things carnivore, and we’ve got an exciting new experience for you - Carnivore Safaris! 🚙🦁
Join us for a jeep ride (up to 10 guests per trip) as we explore the park and focus on three incredible carnivorous species: lion, cheetah and hunting dog!
While we won’t be venturing into their habitats (for obvious reasons! 😉), our expert commentary, hands-on props and fun spotters guides will make this an unforgettable adventure!
14/02/2025
Love comes in all shapes and sizes… but have you ever seen a love this fluffy? ❤️
Happy Valentine's Day from our ring-tailed lemurs!
13/02/2025
Not your average pupper - unless your dog can run 44 mph and take down an antelope! 🐶
When it comes to hunting, African hunting dogs don’t mess around. With an 80% success rate, they’re among the most efficient predators on the planet - leaving lions in the dust with their 30% success rate. Teamwork makes the dream work! 🐾
12/02/2025
Only Wednesday?!
Feels like we're crawling through the week at tortoise speed! 🐢
Who else is taking it slow today? 😅
11/02/2025
Many of the animals in our care face an uncertain future in the wild, but through science-led conservation and collaboration, we’ve seen incredible success in recent years.
Over the past five years alone, our reticulated giraffes have welcomed three calves, and our Critically Endangered Somali wild ass have given birth to three foals – each new arrival helping to strengthen global populations. 💚
These breeding programmes are all part of the ‘One Plan Approach’ to conservation, working with zoos to manage healthy populations of threatened species whilst addressing the many issues these animals face in their wild habitats.
By taking action today, we’re helping to Reverse the Red and protect species for generations to come. 🌿✨
10/02/2025
Sending a massive Monday smooch your way! 🦏💋
This rhino is practicing for Valentine’s Day - who else is counting down the days? 💕
09/02/2025
As night draws in, most are getting ready for bed… but not Noah! 😆🌙
Aye-ayes are true night owls, relying on their keen senses to navigate the dark.
Who else comes alive at night? 👀
08/02/2025
"I love you this much, man!"
"Well, I love YOU this much, man!"
Sending you big lemur love and good vibes this weekend! We hope you're having a fantastic one!
07/02/2025
Today is Day, a chance to spotlight the conservation work helping to turn the tide for threatened species. At Africa Alive, we’re proud to be part of this movement - taking action to help species in need, both globally and right here in the UK. 🌍
One of our key conservation projects focuses on the turtle dove - a beautiful yet rapidly declining bird species. With numbers plummeting across the UK, we’ve partnered with Operation Turtle Dove to create a dedicated habitat on-site, providing the essential food and nesting spaces these birds desperately need.
Next week, we’ll be sharing more of our key conservation projects. Stay tuned to see how we’re working to Reverse the Red for species both in the UK and around the world.
Reverse the Red
06/02/2025
It's been a hard day's night, and I've been working like an... aardvark! 🎵
Did you know aardvarks sleep up to 15 hours a day, usually in their burrows? Talk about beauty sleep! 💤
05/02/2025
Every African hunting dog has a unique coat, just like a fingerprint. 🎨
No two African wild dogs look exactly alike - their beautiful patterns help them identify each other in the wild.
04/02/2025
Superb by name, superb by nature! 🐦
Native to East Africa, superb starlings are excellent communicators, using a variety of calls to keep in touch with their flock! ⭐
03/02/2025
Kids Go FREE this Half-Term at Africa Alive! 🦏🦁🐒
Make this February half-term one to remember with a family day out at Africa Alive! Explore amazing wildlife, enjoy safari-themed activities and soak up a fun-filled adventure - best of all, kids go FREE!
Be sure to book at least 7 days in advance of your visit to secure your spot!
📅 Offer valid for visits 15th–23rd February 2025.
🎟️ Limited availability - don’t miss out!
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Happy International Zebra Day! 🦓
We have three beautiful zebra at Africa Alive - Ayah, Sage and Kazi. They roam our huge savannah, alongside the white rhino, giraffe and blesbok!
We can't wait to resume safari tours this summer. 😁
#Zebra #InternationalZebraDay #ZebraDay
Arthur the serval enjoying an enrichment session this afternoon! 🐱
Servals are expert hunters, using their sharp claws and strong bite to take down prey (or in this case, a paper bag)!
#Serval #Enrichment #AfricaAlive
Sunday bath time with Jabu... 🦁
#Lion #AfricaAlive #ZooLife
KEEPER CAM! 🎥
Boo the aardvark has been helping her keepers distribute new bedding in her habitat!
She's getting ready for a cosy night's sleep... 😴
#KeeperCam #Aardvark #AfricaAlive
The meerkats are absolutely loving this fantastic new toy from our Amazon Wishlist! 🐾
By shopping from our wishlist, you’re helping us provide essential enrichment for our animals and valuable tools for our dedicated keepers. Every purchase makes a difference!
Shop here: www.amazon.co.uk/hz/wishlist/ls/38YWT0M2LUPRT
Thank you for your support! 💛
#Meerkats #AnimalEnrichment
This half-term, kids go FREE at Africa Alive! 🦏🦁🐒
Looking for an unforgettable family adventure this February half-term? Discover hundreds of incredible animals, safari-themed fun and activities for the whole family – and the best part? Kids go FREE!
But hurry, this wild offer is subject to limited availability, and tickets must be booked at least 7 days in advance of your visit.
📅 Valid for visits 15th–23rd February 2025.
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#AfricaAlive #SpecialOffer
The meerkats at Africa Alive had a great enrichment session in the sunshine today! 🌞
💭 Did you know that meerkats live in groups called mobs, gangs or clans and take turns standing guard while others forage? 🐾
#Meerkats #AnimalFunFacts
Happy New Year from all the animals and staff at Africa Alive! 🎉
2024 has been an amazing year, with 18 new arrivals and new births from our spiny mice, guinea fowl and leopard tortoises.
Thank you to everyone for your continued support. We can't wait to see you all in 2025!
#HappyNewYear #NewYearsEve #AfricaAlive
We had a jolly good time at Africa Alive's Santa Run this year! 🎅 🏃♀️
Thank you to everyone for taking part. Every penny raised went directly towards the care and welfare of our animals! 🐾
We hope to see you all again in 2025. 🤩
#SantaRun #AfricaAlive #Suffolk
Happy 10th Birthday to Blondie, Chip and BB! 🎊
They celebrated their day with a fun enrichment session. 🎂
#HuntingDogs #HappyBirthday #AfricaAlive
Tucking into that leftover Christmas dinner like... 😺
We hope everyone is having a restful Boxing Day!
#Cheetah #AfricaAlive #BoxingDay
The meerkats just couldn't wait until Christmas Day... 😆
With only a few hours to go, we decided to treat this cheeky bunch to an early Christmas enrichment present! 🎁
Who’s excited for tomorrow?! 🎄
#Meerkats #AfricaAlive #Christmas
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!
The spectacular centrepiece of this beautiful park is our ’Plains of Africa’, the perfect place to spot five species of African savannah animals, including our graceful giraffe and heavyweight rhinos. During the summer months there is even the chance to get up close to these magnificent creatures with our ‘Plains of Africa’ experience!
Enjoy a bird’s eye view of our magnificent lions from our viewing point ‘Lookout Lodge’ and visit ‘Lemur Encounters’, which offers you the chance to get right in with the action – as you walk-through the lemurs’ enclosure! The park is also home to some other amazing primates including bushbabies, king colobus monkeys, drill and the rare golden-bellied mangabeys.
Discover some amazing facts about our animals during our exciting feeding talks and seasonal ‘Bird of Prey’ displays. Climb aboard the free ‘Safari Roadtrain’ for an entertaining journey around the park. Look, learn and play in our fun-packed ‘Discovery Centre’ and meet some of our smaller residents at the animal encounter sessions.
The park offers a great indoor and outdoor adventure play areas, as well as restaurants, free car parking, disabled facilities and a gift shop, where you can find souvenirs and gifts for everyone.
We hope you receive a warm welcome from the many members of staff who are part of the greater Africa Alive! team and we look forward to seeing you soon.
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!
