Animal Encounters Archives - Cape Town with Kids

Farm Sanctuary SA / Franschhoek

Meet & feed rescued farm animals, explore inspiring art by Pigcasso, enjoy a wine tasting, and experience a peaceful farm setting.

Get to experience some wildlife animals only 39km away from Cape Town. Meet the tallest land mammal – Gerry Giraffe!

The sanctuary offers a unique & heartwarming donkey experience for families. Entrance is free and a fun way to learn more about these animals

Take a fascinating ostrich tour and learn more about the largest birds, hand-feed them and get a close encounter with other animals, too.

Meet the friendliest farm animals at Cape Point Farm Stall: ride the donkeys, cuddle the pigs and play with the goats. The kids will love it!

Take a tour at this amazing sanctuary in Table View to learn about rescuing, rehabilitating, and conserving South Africa’s endangered seabirds

Visit the lifelong home to animals in need! The Park is home to a large lion population, a tiger, caracal and chimpanzees.

This is a typical Afrikaans place with everything a family could ask for: great food, cute animals and an amazing play area for the kids!

The Cat Heaven Rescue Cafe is a wonderful place to meet, cuddle or adopt a cat friend for life. Meet all the residents in this cute cat cafe.

Discover the best family-friendly safari options near Cape Town! See the Big 5 and enjoy a first hand wildlife experience!