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Monday 09:00 - 17:00 Tuesday 09:00 - 15:45 Wednesday 09:00 - 15:45 Thursday 09:00 - 15:45 Friday 09:00 - 15:45 Saturday 09:00 - 15:45 Sunday 09:00 - 15:45

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Jukani Wildlife Sanctuary Jukani is home to captive wildlife whom can not be released into the wild. These cubs often end their days as trophy hunter’s prey.
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Jukani is the home of rescued predators and other wildlife where the focus is on conservation and education, specifically on the plight of predators both in captivity and in the wild all over the world. At Jukani you can see most of the larger cats such as lion, Bengal and Siberian tiger, jaguar, leopard, cheetah, puma, caracal and serval together with rarer species such as white lions and tigers

and black leopard. The sanctuary is also home to other predators such as African wild dog, hyena, jackal, honey badger and zorilla together with other wildlife such as zebra, springbuck, raccoons and a variety of species of snake. Our experienced and knowledgeable guides will take you on a tour of the sanctuary and introduce you to its inhabitants whilst offering a wealth of interesting and fascinating information regarding each of the species. A visit to Jukani is not just about viewing big cats, it is an informative experience at a sanctuary where the animal’s physical and emotional needs are placed first and foremost. Unlike some other facilities, the cats here do not breed and cubs are not removed from their mothers to be ‘cuddled’ by visitors. Jukani is a sanctuary, a place of refuge where the wildlife is treated with respect and protected from hunting and other dangers in safe and natural surroundings. The South African Animal Sanctuary Alliance, a non-profit organisation (PBO No. 200/060 667/08) is the sole custodian of all the animals at Jukani, and therefore their future is secured. Jukani is funded by means of responsible eco-tourism and strives to achieve an effective balance between conservation and economic reality. A restaurant and curio shop is also available together with disabled access and facilities.

08/02/2025

Plan your visit to Jukani, located just 15km north of Plettenberg Bay, and make unforgettable memories.

05/02/2025

Participate in our initiative, promoting ethical interactions with wild animals.

03/02/2025

The best Senior Special Deal on the internet!! 50% off if you visit us on a Tuesday and mention this special! Screen shot it now so you do not forget to mention it to get your discounted rate. Valid for all South Africans above the age of 60. Can not be combined with other specials.

02/02/2025

Enjoy light lunches and souvenirs at our Farmyard Shop next to reception at Jukani after an inspiring tour of the sanctuary.

01/02/2025

YES IT IS TRUE! We are yet again doing the 50% off Membership Special!! Do not miss out on this special and get your TripTic Membership for only R820 per adult and R410 per child aged 3 to 12 years. Make sure to pop into any one of our sanctuaries between the 14th and 28th of February to make sure you get yours! To pre-book WhatsApp 0726132261

27/01/2025

Combine your visit with our sister sanctuaries, Monkeyland and Birds of Eden, for a comprehensive wildlife experience.

24/01/2025

Witness the beauty of white lions and tigers, among other rare species, in a sanctuary that prioritizes their well-being.

21/01/2025

Learn about the challenges facing apex predators and how Jukani provides a safe haven for these magnificent creatures.

18/01/2025

Support ethical wildlife tourism at Jukani—a no-touch sanctuary dedicated to conservation and education. Open Daily - No need to book.

15/01/2025

Join our 80-minute guided safaris and encounter lions, tigers, leopards, and more. An educational adventure awaits.

12/01/2025

Discover the majesty of big cats at Jukani Wildlife Sanctuary, where rescued predators roam in natural habitats.

09/01/2025

From Hungry to Hangry in 3 seconds flat! It it just me or does anyone else feel "As hungry as a lion" some days.

08/01/2025

One of our favourite things in the whole world - getting photos from visitors. Today we get to look through the lens of Steven Summers after his recent visit to Jukani Wildlife Sanctuary. Please sit back and enjoy these photos with us! A big thanks to Steven and if you would like to see more of his work check him out on Instagram as

06/01/2025

Explore the wild side at Jukani Wildlife Sanctuary and The Farmyard—open every day! Enjoy a 90-minute tour to see lions, leopards, and more. First tour at 9am, last at 15:45.

03/01/2025

Make it a day to remember at Jukani Wildlife Sanctuary! Open daily with 90-minute guided tours of the Big Cats, starting at 9am and ending at 15:45. Don’t miss the chance to see lions and leopards up close!

01/01/2025

Happy New Year from Jukani Wildlife Sanctuary! Here’s to a wild and wonderful 2025 filled with majestic Big Cats and unforgettable adventures. Visit us and meet the kings of the wild!

30/12/2024

Ready to meet the Big Cats? Jukani Wildlife Sanctuary is open every day! Guided tours start at 9am, with the last one at 15:45. Spend 90 minutes with lions, leopards, and more.

Address

N2 Plettenberg Bay
The Crags
6600

Opening Hours

Monday	09:00 - 17:00
Tuesday	09:00 - 15:45
Wednesday	09:00 - 15:45
Thursday	09:00 - 15:45
Friday	09:00 - 15:45
Saturday	09:00 - 15:45
Sunday	09:00 - 15:45

Website

https://jukani.co.za/userfiles/files/Jukani-Walk-Through.pdf

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Videos

A couple of very relaxed white lions.

Bono the Black Leopard. Found being kept as an illegal pet in the Latvian capital of Riga in 2021 is Finally on Home Soil in South Africa. Thanks to the hard work of Stichting Aap, AAP Primodomus, AAP Spain, Jukani Wildlife Sanctuary and SAASA. Bono will never again have to fear humans. #bono #blackleopard #blackleopardriga #stichtingaap #aapspain #aapprimodomus #jukani #saasavisit #dontdeclaw #declawingiscrude #declawingisillegal #stopdeclawing #notyourpet #leavewildlifealone #luiperd #leopard #luipaard

Meet the Pride at Jukani Wildlife Sanctuary #wildcats #lions #lioness #lion #lionpride #prideoflions #pride #saasavisit #animalsanctuary #truesanctuary

Walk into the Boma with me. The Boma is ready to make your evening out not just another dinner but a core memory. Bookinga are open just email [email protected] #dinner #saasavisit #boma #bomadinner #dinnertime #jukani

The Boma at Jukani Wildlife Sanctuary - getting ready for Dinners before your Night Safari.

Watch this cute little Billy goat - 3 days old and running around. #saasavisit #farmyard #farmsanctuary #goats #babygoat #babybillygoat

TA-DA and there she is! Watch this Jaguar trying to give the curators a bit of a scare....she succeeded!! #Saasavisit #jaguars #wildlifesanctuary #wildlifephotos #jaguar #truesanctuary #wildcat #jaguarcat #jukani

This flower smells bad! #saasavisit

Spotted Hyena #saasavisit

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Jukani’s Story

Jukani is the forever home of animals rescued from a number of different situations, from being raised as pets; to wildlife facilities that could or would no longer manage the animals. The focus is on conservation education and more specifically - the plight of predators both in captivity and in the wild all over the world. The Sanctuary is home to Big Cats such as Lion, Bengal and Siberian Tiger, Jaguar & Leopard. There are Cheetah, Puma, Caracal and Serval together with rarer species such as White Lions, White Bengal Tiger and Black Leopard. The sanctuary is also home to other predators such as the Spotted Hyena & Black Backed Jackal. There is a Honey Badger and an African Pole Cat some Zebras, Springbok and Raccoons. Our experienced and knowledgeable guides will take you on a tour of the sanctuary and introduce you to its inhabitants whilst offering a wealth of interesting and fascinating information regarding each of the species.

A visit to Jukani - a sanctuary where the animal’s emotional and physical needs are put first and foremost - is not just about viewing big cats. You will also be made aware of the conservation status of these animals. You will learn why human-wild-animal interaction and petting is so detrimental to wild animals, even those born in captivity. The sanctuary has a strict you may look, but “Hands-Off” - do not touch and a no-breeding policy.

The meaning of sanctuary is: a place of refuge. This rings true at Jukani, where the wildlife is treated with respect and protected from hunting, petting, huminising and other dangers. Here the animals find themselves in safe and natural surroundings.

The South African Animal Sanctuary Alliance, a non-profit organisation (PBO No. 200/060 667/08) is the sole custodian of all the animals at Jukani, and therefore their future is secured. Jukani is funded by means of responsible eco-tourism and strives to achieve an effective balance between conservation and economic reality. A restaurant and curio shop is also available together with disabled access and facilities.