Monkeyland Primate Sanctuary
Monkeyland Primate Sanctuary
Monkeyland Primate Sanctuary
4.5
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Monday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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Monkeyland Primate Sanctuary is the world's first multi-species, free roaming primate sanctuary with 12 hectares of indigenous forest which is home to over 500 primates of 9 different species; Squirrel, Capuchin, Howler, Vervet and Spider monkeys, Saki, Gibbon, Ring-tailed and Black-and-white Ruffed Lemurs all enjoy the freedom to climb trees, forage amongst the undergrowth and live a life that is far removed from where they came. Ex-pets, laboratory animals and surpluses from zoos that used to live in cages now have the opportunity to behave in a way that is natural to them. Our experienced rangers will guide you on a one-hour tour of the forest, pointing out the different species whilst offering a wealth of information on their ecology and conservation. An added attraction is the 128m long suspension bridge that stretches across the forest canopy offering magnificent views of the surrounding forests.
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1-2 hours
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neeratraveler
San Francisco, CA200 contributions
Oct 2023 • Friends
Monkey land is a fascinating place to visit. It is a free roaming primate sanctuary. We had a private tour and it was wonderful to see them roam around on the ground and be on the trees. We saw many primates of various species.
The birds of Eden is next door - also worth a visit.
The birds of Eden is next door - also worth a visit.
Written 18 November 2023
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Helen R
9 contributions
Nov 2023 • Family
Enjoyed this tour and seeing the animals up close. They appear to be committed to improving the lives of the animals and not exploiting them. Loved the lemurs. Guide was very knowledgeable and willing to answer questions
Written 4 November 2023
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mslymfl
Toronto, Canada42 contributions
Aug 2023 • Couples
This was fun – just make sure there’s no monkey in the tree above you! 😊 The guide was so friendly and knowledgeable. It was very low-key – just walking around with the monkeys and lemurs running here and there. Would be really fun with kids.
Written 1 November 2023
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Andrew K
Oxford, UK1,199 contributions
Oct 2023 • Couples
Went here as it wasn't great weather and it was near our lodge. Staff were generally friendly and knowledgeable, our guide made the trip interesting. Not a great variety of monkeys but that's probably because they restrict the species to Southern Africa. Worth a visit if you've not got spare time
Written 11 October 2023
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David
Worcester, UK24 contributions
Sep 2023 • Couples
This is a great place to visit where the tours are guided. Much useful information is learned from the expert guide, and there are many species of monkeys/apes to be easily seen in a natural environment. We bought a combined Bird/monkey ticket, which proved very worthwhile.
Written 4 October 2023
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David
Worcester, UK24 contributions
This is a great place to visit if you have two or three hours to spare, although you could go through in a short period of time. There are some amazing birds which are all easily visible and an incredible variety with some of the most beautiful colours imaginable. The environment is extremely natural, and although it is a very, very large enclosure – there is no sense that it is artificial or contrived. All birds have been rescued and the ethos has to be commended. A very well worthwhile excursion.
Written 4 October 2023
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hallimad
Rugby, UK18 contributions
The visit to monkey land is with a tour guide only, which is great because they can tell you all about the monkeys, help you to spot them all and make sure visitors behave themselves - you cannot touch or feed the monkeys. We loved the philosophy of the place and found the experience to be very considerate of the monkeys but yet a close up experience of them. We learned a lot and we would definitely do it again. We all loved every minute of ot. Our guide was great. Our family highly rated this experience.
We also visited bird land next door and enjoyed that too.
Highly recommend.
We also visited bird land next door and enjoyed that too.
Highly recommend.
Written 17 September 2023
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Theo V
Genolier, Switzerland38 contributions
Extremely interesting, a must do with children. The walk through the park is easy and accessible for children and elderly folks. The guide was very knowledgeable and professional.
Written 16 August 2023
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Pulkit Baheria
Bengaluru, India110 contributions
This is not something that you have to do, but if you are in plattenberg bay and have time to spare, this is something that can be done. We had enjoyed it as it was quite nice to see all the monkey species and a good walk in the sanctuary.
Our guide, Ralph actually made it a lot better.
Our guide, Ralph actually made it a lot better.
Written 15 August 2023
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peach_293
Central Coast, Australia24 contributions
Really great experience at a sanctuary as close to wild as you can get. The guides are so knowledgeable about all the different types of monkeys. It is strictly hands-off and the monkeys are not socialised to humans, it is great to walk amongst the forest and watch all the different types of monkey going about their normal business, scaling treetops, eating, and calling to each other. A fantastic, ethical, and animal-respectful experience.
Written 29 July 2023
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BabyG-inaBottle
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates28 contributions
Hi there. Could you please advise what time does the tour start? Is it every hour? So that we can plan our visit accordingly without long wait. Thank you.
Shei I
Buenos Aires, Argentina222 contributions
Hi! there were several tours in english, and other languages also, but not so frequent. If you speak english, dont worry as youll be able to do a tour without waiting more than half hour...if you speak another language, then check with them
ghislainedeclaremont
Rebecq Rognon, Belgium1 contribution
Bonjour
Vous trouvez vous loin de Matswani Elephant lodge ?
rebmax
Tucson181 contributions
Hi. I very much want to go to Monkeyland:however I am disabled in that I cannot walk long distances. I will bring a cane with a seat to rest on when I tire. Is this suitable for me? Thanks in advance,.
Ryan J
1 contribution
It's totally suitable. You only need to walk 20m into the bush to be surrounded by monkeys. Very flat and easy terrain to walk through.
woodsideUK
Navestock, UK42 contributions
Can someone tell me please, is Monkeyland near Plettenberg Bay?
We have a stay of 3 days there so are looking for some good sites, attractions to see.
Thanks
Michael Mx
Munich, Germany39 contributions
It's a 30-45min drive from Plettenberg bay
Manuela W
Taupo, New Zealand403 contributions
Hi, we will be visiting in January with our then almost two-year-old son. Do I have to go on a tour? Don't know if a two year old will/can/wants to stick to a schedule lol. Can we move around freely, maybe after the tour? Cheers :)
Gareth F
Port Elizabeth, South Africa97 contributions
Hi. Unfortunately the only way to move through the forest is on a guided tour. The reason is the monkeys can be naughty and with the guides presence they know they may not make trouble. Also there is quite a big hang bridge which is exciting but the guide needs to be present. We had a two year old boy on our tour and he was so amazed by all the monkeys that he was in his element, so I don't think you'll have any trouble. You can also move freely on your own around the restaurant area and there are monkeys around that area too. I hope you guys enjoy it! We have been 3 times already!
Karen R
London, UK14 contributions
Hi Ian
Quick question - how long did you spend at Monkey land
Just trying to plan our day
Thanks
Karen
Ian N
Derby, UK139 contributions
We where there for around 90 mins including guided tour which started as soon as we arrived. We spent a little time in the curio shop as well. If you the 3 ticket saving for birds of Eden and Jukani you can easily do them all in one day as they are not far apart.
Cazz9017
Bewdley, UK25 contributions
Hi planning a visit in September - are the Mosquitoes still bad that time of year?
HerRoyalHickup
Plettenberg Bay, South Africa157 contributions
My name is Vijver and I am the Social Media Manager of Monkeyland. Yes there will be mosquito's we have them year round, sometimes are worse than others. We have free mosquito repellent on the desk where you purchase your entry tickets. On days that the mozzies are very bad you will be offered some before you enter the forest as well. The best is to come prepared by wearing long sleeves and pants.
Sophie J
Stockport, UK3 contributions
Do you need to book in advance?
shaktisha
Guernsey, United Kingdom79 contributions
No - turn turn up and join the next available tour.They run regularly and you can go into the cafe and have something to drink/eat while you are waiting. Don't let the monkeys steal your beer though - they are very cute but also very naughty.
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