Ukutula
Lion Park Tour

DURATION: 5 – 6 hours

AVAILABILITY: Daily – except on New Year’s Day, Good Friday & Christmas Day

PICK-UP TIME: 08:00 or 13:00

MEALS: Not included

ENTRANCE FEES: Included

COST: R3,390 per person (minimum 2 people)

About Ukutula Lion Park

The Ukutula Lion Park Tour offers a unique wildlife experience in a private conservation reserve near Johannesburg. Ukutula, meaning “place of quiet,” is located in the North West Province and is known for its focus on predator conservation and guided wildlife encounters. Today, it is one of the most recognised destinations for close-up lion experiences in South Africa.

Moreover, Ukutula is home to lions, cheetahs, hyenas, giraffes, zebras, and a variety of antelope species. In addition, the reserve spans vast bushveld terrain that supports rich biodiversity and birdlife. As a result, it provides an immersive bush experience that combines education, conservation, and adventure. Therefore, it is ideal for travellers seeking a deeper and more interactive safari experience.

Tour Description

Our Ukutula Lion Park Tour is a half-day to full-day wildlife experience designed to bring you closer to Africa’s predators in a controlled and educational environment. First, you travel from Johannesburg through scenic countryside toward the Ukutula Conservation Centre. Afterwards, you join experienced guides for a guided program that explores the reserve’s predator enclosures and bushveld habitats.

Along the way, you may take part in guided lion walks, observe predator behaviour, and learn about conservation and research initiatives at the reserve. In addition, you have time to enjoy photographic opportunities and view other wildlife species in natural surroundings. Therefore, this tour delivers an unforgettable combination of adventure, learning, and close wildlife encounters.

Tour Highlights

Convenient pickup from Johannesburg and surrounding areas.
Scenic drive to the Ukutula Conservation Centre in the North West Province.
Guided introduction to the reserve and its conservation efforts.
Opportunity for a guided lion walk experience (subject to program availability).
Close-up viewing of lions, cheetahs, hyenas, and other predators.
Learn about wildlife conservation, research, and rehabilitation programs.
Explore predator enclosures and natural bushveld habitats.
Photography opportunities with experienced guidance.
Chance to see giraffe, zebra, and antelope species in the reserve.
Return transfer to Johannesburg in the late afternoon.

TwixUK

Super personalised tour Having reached out from abroad, Peter from the off-set showed real personal service in wanting to help us achieve our goals for our trip, taking into account personal elements around interest, mobility and complete flexibility. (Others were the opposite). So much so, when in SA, our plans shifted immediately due to a family emergency. Peter immediately rescheduled to suit and adapted the day tour for us. On meeting him in person we were confident in our choice and had a wonderful morning together exploring Soweto, with Peter kindly fetching us from our accommodation and dropping us to meet family. Interesting, patient, informative and kind - highly recommend Peter.

Grace F

Excellent, highly recommend! Fantastic personal Soweto tour. Peter is a delightful, friendly local gentleman full of as much interesting information as you would like to absorb. My daughter and I were were very interested (my teenage son was zoned out on his phone but that wasn't to do with the tour or Peter). We felt safe and well informed. Had opportunity to take plenty of pictures.

Norice F

Touring with kindness and knowledge. The touring experience to Soweto, Johannesburg and Sandton was great and the tour person was very knowledgeable of the history. The price was also fair and reasonable. The time used allowed us to do all the activities we needed.

Erasmo R

Excelent, Highly Recommended We traveled with Peter in Johannesburg and Soweto. My wife and I spent an excellent day. Peter knows a lot about history and generously shared his knowledge with us. At the end of the tour, he even helped us look for a suitcase for our trip. Excellent. Highly recommended.

Sterre P

Learned a lot We did the Soweto tour with Peter. Very interesting tour - fully what you can expect. When booking, Peter was quick in reaction. He delivered according to what was agreed. We had a very intresting talk on society of South Africa - on which Peter was very open and informative. Clearly a guide who has thought things through. We learned a lot!

GeoffcN

Fantastic private tour of Johannesburg and Soweto. Went on a full day tour of Johannesburg and Soweto with Peter. Communications were good and Peter arrived to pick us up from our hotel right on time. Peter was so knowledgeable, having run his own travel business for many years. After touring the main sights and seeing several differing districts of Joburg it was off to Soweto. We had lunch at a local restaurant before going on to see Nelson Mandelas house on other sights in the township. Peter was so friendly and accommodating, nothing was too much trouble to him.

travisisrael

Half day private tour to Soweto We had an excellent experience with Mashaba tours. Very informative and interesting day. The guide was on time , the vehicle was comfortable and clean.

Getaway53661145327

Thorough, detailed, fun and emotional Highly highly recommend Mashaba Tours. Professional informative and safe. Louis our guide was exceptional and made the tour an experience we will forever remember.

gl893

Great day tour! We went on a combined Jburg and Soweto day trip with Mashaba. Our guide, Peter, was great. He was easy-going, customer oriented and able to provide additional information around the places that we visited. Very recommended!

Lesley W

An amazing cheetah experience Peter organised a tour for a group of our friends to de Wildt Cheetah Reserve. Peter and David were gracious hosts, getting us there on time for the early morning Cheetah run. Peter joined in the activities and game drive with us and his gentle and friendly naure added to everybody's experience. I would highly recommend Mashaba Tours.

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