Zanchieta Wildlife Rescue and Lodge

Zanchieta Wildlife Rescue and Lodge is located a mere 22 kilometer's outside of Bloemfontein and invites guests to enjoy our comfortable accommodation.

At Zanchieta we offer a variety of options to enjoy your next break.

We also offer luxurious accommodation for over-night guest. At night time you can sit next to a crackling fire, looking at the sunset and enjoy the sounds of nature. Here the lions roar and jackals call from dusk till dawn.
Each room have coffee/tee facilities, small bar fridge, TV with OpenView, aircon and has an on-suite bathroom with a shower or bath .
Our superior rooms have both shower and bath, coffee/tee facilities, small bar fridge, TV with OpenView, aircon and microwave oven and overlook the lions enclosures.
Unlimited animal view included with your stay.

We are open 7 days a week (weekends and holidays) from 10am till 5pm, daily feeding of wildlife at 4pm.
Here at Zanchieta you can see over 80 different species which includes the non-breeding brown and white lions, caracals, servals, monkeys, meerkats, genets, porcupines, warthogs, birds of prey, jackals and more. We offer a save haven for wildlife in need and accommodate 110+ rescued animals.

We have braai and picnic facilities available with shade, picnic benches and braai stand. Guests are welcome to bring their own meat and refreshments to enjoy the day at Zanchieta, surrounded by our beautiful animals. We also have a curio shop with snacks, cold drinks, beer and ciders. Souvenirs can also be bought for the perfect memory.

In the summer you can enjoy a dip in our real cement farm dam, fun for young and old. Zanchieta is also showing of with our brand-new Z-Bar and Restaurant, here you can enjoy a meal with good country music while watching the lions.

Please note that we are NOT self-catering and should you wish to braai, to bring your own cutlery.
Charcoal and wood available at curio shop or bring your own.

Breakfast and Dinner can be arranged 24hours before arrival. Unfortunately, no room services available.

PRICES
Day visit R120per person and R90 for kids under 10 years this includes the guided feeding tour.

booking enquiry no obligation!

Reviews

"Money goes for a very good purpose"

11 January 2020

"Overall good experience. Good food- owner catered for special needs- thank you! AMAZING work that they do- so thankful that there are people that care about and fight for innocent animals!"
"Seeing how well the wild animals are cared for"

03 September 2019

"Travelstart should let the people know that the restaurant is open by prearrangement."
"Pleasant experience"

06 August 2018

"The people were extremely friendly and made us feel at home. The animals was definitely something i wont forget"
"Good stay"

02 January 2014

"The camping facilities at Zanchieta were in a good condition although the ablution was very basic. Improving the ablution block (adding hooks for clothing, tiling, ceiling, etc) will make this venue an ideal stop over for tired travelers. We visited the wild cat farm and were pleasantly surprised with the variety and excelent condition of their wild cats. From the outside the lodge looked impressive but as campers we did not enter. Personnel are helpful and friendly."