Africa Alive is a large 100-acre wildlife park in Suffolk specializing in African animals. It is home to giraffes, lions, rhinos, zebras, lemurs, meerkats, and more. Visitors can explore diverse habitats, stroll along woodland and wetland trails, and enjoy up-close encounters with some of the animal all in one unforgettable experience.

Tickets cost around £16 for adults, £12 for children, and under 3s enter free, with carers also admitted free.

The park hosts seasonal events like Africa by Night, animal experiences, and evening fun. It’s a fantastic day out for families, nature lovers, and school groups who want to learn about African animals and support conservation. Food options include hearty meals like chicken boxes and mac and cheese at Keepers Hut.

• Over 100 Species: Meet incredible animals including the African Spoonbill, Amur Tiger, rhinos, lions, lemurs, and more.
• Meet our Animals: As a charity we’re dedicated to conservation and saving animals from extinction. Meet the thousands of fascinating animals that call Africa Alive Reserve their home.
• Magnifiant Mammals : Explore a wide variety of remarkable mammals, including:
• Aardvark (Orycteropus afer)
• Addax (Addax nasomaculatus) 
• African Hunting Dog (Lycaon pictus) 
• Birds at Africa Alive Reserve: 
• African Grey Parrot (Psittacus erithacus erithacus)
• Black-Cheeked Lovebird (Agapornis nigrigenis)
• East African Crowned Crane (Balearica regulorum gibberceps)
• Milky Eagle Owl (Bubo lacteus) – Africa’s largest owl, powerful and distinctive with pink eyelids.
• Northern White-Faced Owl (Ptilopsis leucotis)
• White Stork (Ciconia ciconia) 
• White-Faced Whistling Duck (Dendrocygna viduata) 
• Reptiles at Africa Alive Reserve:
• African Pancake Tortoise (Malacochersus tornieri
• Leopard Tortoise (Stigmochelys pardalis) 
• Royal Python (Python regius) 
• Animal Experiences:
• Lion Keeper Experience – Meet the king and queen of the jungle up close.
• Cheetah Keeper Experience – Discover fascinating facts about the world’s fastest land animal.
• Aardvark Keeper Experience – Enjoy a unique encounter with these curious nocturnal creatures.
• Giraffe Keeper Experience – Learn all about the tallest mammals from the keepers who care for them.
• Fossa & Serval Keeper Experience – Go behind the scenes with two of Africa’s more elusive carnivores.
• Meerkat Keeper Experience – Join our mischievous meerkat troop for an up-close experience.
• Rhino Keeper Experience – Get a close look at one of Africa’s most powerful and endangered animals.
• Meet the Ring-Tailed Lemurs – Watch them leap and climb in this energetic close-up.
• Meet the Giraffes – Feed and greet the tallest animals at the zoo.
• Meet the Hunting Dogs – Learn about the pack life of African hunting dogs.
• Activities at Africa Alive: 
• Kingdom of the Lion: Climb to Lookout Lodge and watch our majestic lions from above or visit their den for a closer look.
• Lemur Encounters: Walk among energetic ring-tailed lemurs as they leap, play, and explore in an interactive walkthrough habitat.
• Plains of Africa: See giraffes, rhinos, zebras, and more grazing together in a wide open savannah-inspired setting.
• Feeding Talks: Join our knowledgeable animal rangers throughout the day to watch live animal feedings and learn fascinating facts.
• Discovery Centre: Meet the zoo’s smallest residents—from insects to reptiles—in this indoor space packed with tiny surprises.

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