Just an hour north east of Johannesburg and half an hour from Pretoria lies the Kevin Richardson Foundation Reserve. Nestled between the Bobbejaansberge and straddling the Boekenhoutspruit, the reserve forms part of the Dinokeng Game Reserve, and is the home of the ‘Kevin Richardson Wildlife Sanctuary’.
The sanctuary is home to lions (as well as leopard and hyena) rescued from captive-breeding and cub-petting facilities. Enjoy a guided tour of the sanctuary while learning about the challenges facing lions today and the work we are doing here at the Kevin Richardson Foundation.
A guide will drive you between the sanctuary enclosures on a game viewer with no more than ten guests, giving you a chance to take photographs and ask questions.
This tour is suitable for people with children and those that prefer not to walk to far.
Booking is by appointment only
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Kevin Richardson Foundation (Lionwhisperer)
We had a great experience; Brenton was very kind and helpful. The animals are well taken care off. Everything was clean. We only missed Kevin - Fabiola
I admire what you are doing. It was very interesting to listen to Brenton. The lions looked amazing. I wish I could have seen Mr. Kevin. I express my admiration to everyone who makes animals happy! - Tatiana
I can't thank your foundation and especially Caroline enough,for the most amazing and informative morning. It was such an education and insight, not just into these gorgeous cats,but sadly into the horrors of animal trading. Please God in my life time it is banned and abolished ?? What made our tour even more special was I got to celebrate my birthday out in the open with your cats. It must be mentioned, Caroline was so kind and accommodating of our autistic daughter. Explaining and answering every question.Nothing was to much trouble. Thank you for acknowledging her and going out of your way.... In her limited vocab,she pipped up ..."I loved today." One thing that really stood out, was just how loved each and every animal is. That their traits, characters, and flaws are all known by you and your staff. That clearly comes from time and relationship. You most definately will be seeing my family again soon. Thank you again for an unforgettable birthday. One I definately won't forget. Wishing you and your foundation every success not just for our precious lions. But educating the planet of their plight. You guys are amazing. ???? - Christine
This is my second time at the sanctuary, the booking process and instructions leading up to the visit is seamless. We had Brenton as our guide the first time and George the second, they were absolutely brilliant and very informative! The sanctuary is HUGE! It's very clean, secure and exactly how you see on the TV. The animals all look so healthy and beautiful, all of their coats are stunning and they are actually well behaved! But that is down to Kevin and the staff who take all the care in the world of them. Will always recommend Kevin's sanctuary to everyone. Thank you all for doing what you do! - Chantelle
A wonderful enlightening experience We had lots of questions that were patiently answered So sad that the cub petting parks don't think about along term consequences. - Teresa
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