Jukani Wildlife Sanctuary

Jukani Wildlife Sanctuary Get up close (but safely) with some of the world’s most iconic big cats and wild animals in a unique sanctuary setting.
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Wildlife Sanctuary | Farmyard | Night Safari & Boma Dinner
A guided tour to see the wild predators - lions, tigers and more, meet friendly animals at The Farmyard, and end the day with a magical Boma Dinner & Night Safari under the stars. Explore spacious habitats designed for comfort and natural behaviour as you walk through this unforgettable wildlife experience. But the adventure doesn’t end th

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Meet friendly farm animals at The Farmyard – a hands-on experience perfect for younger visitors and families. Experience something truly special with the Boma Dinner & Night Safari – enjoy a traditional-style evening dinner under the stars, complete with great food, atmosphere, and a guided nighttime wildlife experience. Perfect for families, couples, photographers, and wildlife lovers, Jukani offers a full day (and night!) of unforgettable Garden Route experiences. Big Cats & Wildlife Encounters
Family-Friendly Farmyard Experience
Boma Dinner & Night Safari
Incredible Photo Opportunities
Fun for All Ages

The Crags, Plettenberg Bay, South Africa

Discover wildlife, wonder, and unforgettable experiences at Jukani!

27/08/2026

𝗪𝗮𝗹𝗸 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗺𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗴𝗵 𝗝𝘂𝗸𝗮𝗻𝗶.

A few short moments from a guided walk through the sanctuary — the paths, the animals and all the little things you notice along the way.

Every tour is different, and you never quite know which incredible animal moments you’ll experience along the way.

Come along and take a glimpse at a day at Jukani Wildlife Sanctuary.

𝗔 𝗻𝗲𝘄 𝗳𝗮𝗰𝗲 𝗮𝘁 𝗝𝘂𝗸𝗮𝗻𝗶Jukani has welcomed a new resident — a 16-year-old male cheetah who has come to us for his retiremen...
24/08/2026

𝗔 𝗻𝗲𝘄 𝗳𝗮𝗰𝗲 𝗮𝘁 𝗝𝘂𝗸𝗮𝗻𝗶

Jukani has welcomed a new resident — a 16-year-old male cheetah who has come to us for his retirement years.

He spent most of his life in a large camp at a private reserve, alongside two other male cheetahs, including his brother. Sadly, both passed away a few years ago, leaving him on his own.

Following the recent passing of his elderly owner, his family felt it was time for him to find a new home where he could have other cheetahs nearby.

He has now settled in next to two young female cheetahs. Although he will not share their camp, having other cheetahs around him gives him the opportunity to experience the company of his own kind again.

He has always been a cheetah who preferred his distance from people, and that is something we will respect. There will be no interactions with him. His retirement at Jukani is about providing him with a safe, peaceful home where his individual needs and wellbeing come first.

Welcome to Jukani, old boy. We hope you enjoy your retirement with us.

𝗜𝗳 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗰𝗼𝘂𝗹𝗱 𝗮𝘀𝗸 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗸𝗲𝗲𝗽𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗢𝗡𝗘 𝗾𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻… 𝘄𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝘄𝗼𝘂𝗹𝗱 𝗶𝘁 𝗯𝗲?
20/08/2026

𝗜𝗳 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗰𝗼𝘂𝗹𝗱 𝗮𝘀𝗸 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗸𝗲𝗲𝗽𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗢𝗡𝗘 𝗾𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻… 𝘄𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝘄𝗼𝘂𝗹𝗱 𝗶𝘁 𝗯𝗲?

𝗟𝗼𝗼𝗸 𝗰𝗹𝗼𝘀𝗲𝗹𝘆… 𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝘀𝗲𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗿𝗼𝘀𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗲𝘀?At first glance, a black leopard can appear almost completely dark. But when the ...
16/08/2026

𝗟𝗼𝗼𝗸 𝗰𝗹𝗼𝘀𝗲𝗹𝘆… 𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝘀𝗲𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗿𝗼𝘀𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗲𝘀?

At first glance, a black leopard can appear almost completely dark.
But when the sunlight catches the coat just right, those beautiful rosettes begin to reveal themselves.
Nature has a way of hiding some of its most beautiful details in plain sight.

Photo Credit: Kees & Irene

𝗧𝗿𝘂𝗲 𝗼𝗿 𝗙𝗮𝗹𝘀𝗲?Honey Badgers don’t like Honey.What do you think?Photo Credit: Kees & Irene
13/08/2026

𝗧𝗿𝘂𝗲 𝗼𝗿 𝗙𝗮𝗹𝘀𝗲?
Honey Badgers don’t like Honey.
What do you think?

Photo Credit: Kees & Irene

𝗪𝗲 𝗸𝗻𝗼𝘄 𝘄𝗵𝗼’𝘀 𝗯𝗲𝗲𝗻 𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗯𝘆 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘀𝗶𝗱𝗲.72% of Jukani’s followers are women.Today, we’re celebrating every woman who fol...
09/08/2026

𝗪𝗲 𝗸𝗻𝗼𝘄 𝘄𝗵𝗼’𝘀 𝗯𝗲𝗲𝗻 𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗯𝘆 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘀𝗶𝗱𝗲.

72% of Jukani’s followers are women.

Today, we’re celebrating every woman who follows our journey, visits the sanctuary, supports our animals and shares our passion for wildlife.

Happy Women’s Day from all of us at Jukani.

𝗡𝗼𝘁 𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆 𝗳𝗮𝗺𝗶𝗹𝘆 𝗺𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝗮𝘁 𝗝𝘂𝗸𝗮𝗻𝗶 𝗵𝗮𝘀 𝗳𝘂𝗿.Beyond the big cats, Jukani is also home to a much quieter corner of the sanct...
09/08/2026

𝗡𝗼𝘁 𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆 𝗳𝗮𝗺𝗶𝗹𝘆 𝗺𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝗮𝘁 𝗝𝘂𝗸𝗮𝗻𝗶 𝗵𝗮𝘀 𝗳𝘂𝗿.

Beyond the big cats, Jukani is also home to a much quieter corner of the sanctuary — our farmyard.
From cows, sheep, goats and ponies to rabbits, chickens, alpacas and emus, there’s a whole different group of characters to discover.
It’s a reminder that there’s more to Jukani than the predators that first catch your eye.
Sometimes, the smaller moments are just as memorable.

𝗪𝗵𝗲𝗻 𝗮 𝘁𝗶𝗴𝗲𝗿 𝗻𝗲𝗲𝗱𝘀 a 𝗻𝗮𝗶𝗹 𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗺…Last week, Jukani Wildlife Sanctuary welcomed wildlife veterinarian Dr Brendan Tindall al...
06/08/2026

𝗪𝗵𝗲𝗻 𝗮 𝘁𝗶𝗴𝗲𝗿 𝗻𝗲𝗲𝗱𝘀 a 𝗻𝗮𝗶𝗹 𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗺…

Last week, Jukani Wildlife Sanctuary welcomed wildlife veterinarian Dr Brendan Tindall alongside veterinary students taking part in the Wild Spirit Wildlife Veterinary training course.
Jukani’s Animal Curator, Isabel Wentzel, was present throughout the entire procedure, overseeing the process and ensuring that everything went smoothly and that the tiger’s welfare remained the priority.
One of our male Siberian tigers was safely sedated by Dr Tindall for his claws to be trimmed.
For captive carnivores, nail care can be an important part of their welfare.
With less territorial clawing of trees and less movement than they would experience in the wild, especially as they age, the nail layers are not removed as needed and their claws may not naturally wear down enough.
Without proper care, overgrown claws can become painful as it may lead to ingrown claws or even possible infection.
This is when intervention is necessary and can only be done with the help of a wildlife Veterinarian.
For the veterinary students, it was also a valuable opportunity to observe wildlife veterinary care in practice.

A behind-the-scenes look at the care, teamwork and expertise that goes into keeping the animals at Jukani healthy and comfortable.

Meet Elvis — One of the familiar faces at Jukani! For approximately 13 years, Elvis has been part of the Jukani family. ...
31/07/2026

Meet Elvis — One of the familiar faces at Jukani!

For approximately 13 years, Elvis has been part of the Jukani family. His typical day is spent guiding tours, welcoming guests and meeting visitors from all over the world. What he loves most about his job is interacting with guests, having a chat with them and learning about their lives and how people live in different parts of the world. One of Elvis’s favourite memories from his time at Jukani was the incredible Black Leopard, Spirit. Although Spirit passed away around three years ago, he remains a memorable part of Elvis’s journey at Jukani. Elvis’s favourite animal at Jukani is the Jaguar — powerful, beautiful and truly magnificent.
But if he could be any animal at the sanctuary for a day, he would choose a Tiger! Why? Because tigers are always active. You won’t easily find them sleeping — they are constantly up and about, walking around and keeping busy. And Elvis definitely isn’t someone who enjoys doing nothing!
One last important question: Tea or coffee? Coffee, of course! 😄

Thank you, Elvis, for being part of the Jukani family for so many years and for helping create memorable experiences for guests from around the world

27/07/2026

HELP BRING TWO RESCUED TIGERS HOME

Two rescued tigers are waiting for their journey to their new forever home at Jukani Wildlife Sanctuary.
The fundraiser is helping cover the cost of their transport — bringing them safely to the sanctuary where they can begin the next chapter of their lives.
Every donation, big or small, can help make this journey possible.

Please share this video and help us spread the word.

Address

N2 Plettenberg Bay
The Crags
6600

Opening Hours

Monday 08:30 - 17:00
Tuesday 08:30 - 15:45
Wednesday 08:30 - 15:45
Thursday 08:30 - 15:45
Friday 08:30 - 15:45
Saturday 08:30 - 15:45
Sunday 08:30 - 15:45

Telephone

+27445348409

Website

https://jukani.co.za/userfiles/files/Jukani-Walk-Through.pdf

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