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Monkey Sanctuary Tour

Hartbeespoortdam

Activity Description

The Monkey Sanctuary is a privately owned, non-subsidised sanctuary, covering approximately 7 ha, situated alongside the elephant sanctuary in one of the many kloofs of the Magaliesberg mountain range.

Monkey Sanctuary in Hartbeespoort, North West Province is one of only eight free-release primate sanctuaries globally. Our primates are received on the basis of public donations, and supported by funding generated by our guided tours and sales of our curios.

Primates, such as our squirrel, spider and capuchin monkeys, are given a new lease on life at Monkey Sanctuary. Previously raised as household pets, or bred for the pet trade, our monkeys are introduced to a wild world laden with waterfalls, lush vegetation, natural mountain springs and the chance to reside in as natural and environment as possible. Our goal is to give them the opportunity to live as they would in the wild.

Monkey Sanctuary recognizes the importance of community education. Not only are our tours highly informative, but we strive to create awareness toward the benefit of releasing primates into sanctuaries such as our own. Guests leave our tours with the understanding that monkeys do not make good pets, and that they are better suited to a natural, free-living environment.

We look forward to guiding you through our Sanctuary, and trust that you will enjoy the splendour of our natural environment to the fullest.

Arrangements

Duration1 hour
WhenWe are open everyday of the year.
WhereSituated west of Hartbeesport Dam on the R512 Road.
WeatherWe will only cancel tours in extreme weather conditions.
What to WearDress according to the weather and wear comfortable walking shoes.
Things to BringCamera & money as we have a Coffee Bar & Curio Shop.
Guests or SpectatorsYour guests are welcome to book and join us on the tour or can wait for you at the Coffee Bar.

Requirements

Minimum Age1 year
Minimum Height0.0 m
Maximum Height0.0 m
Fitness LevelNo Fitness Requirement
QualificationsN/A
Maximum Weight0.0 kg
CertificationNone Required
Experience LevelNo Experience Requirement

Inclusions and Exclusions

InclusionsGuided Tour of the sanctuary.
Exclusions

Any additional items of a personal nature.
DVD of your tour

Notes

Kids under 4 are for free – do not book or include them in your booking when you book online.
Tours depart on the hour and the last tour departs at 16:00. Leave all loose items in your car and only bring your camera as we have a few monkeys with some special skills.
Birthday Special only applies when accompanied by another paying person.

Customer Reviews

amazing experience at the monkey sanctuary the guide was awesome and so kind to both humans and monkeys ! thanks to the team - Quentin


Our visit to the Monkey Sanctury was a wonderful experience, firstly we really appreciated that the monkeys were in a safe enclosure instead of a cage, way more kind and sustainable. The animals are well cared for and obviously not stressed! The interraction with the monkeys was a highlight, what a once-in-a-lifetime experience! The staff are kind and efficient, our guide was entertaining and knowledgeable, thank you for an exceptional and memorable experience! - Debi


Loved the experience and will highly recommend it to family and friends! The facility is beautiful and the guide was brilliant. - Debbie


Wonderful experience with our grand children - can recommend it. Only one problem, you say you offer pensioner's discount, however on the booking form one can not choose that option. We ended up having to pay full price. You might want to look at that. - Daleen


Awesome experience. Guide was well informed. Property well kept. Reception staff helpful and courteous. - Jeanette




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