We would love to Thank Lorry Park Zoo for engaging our youth in Animal time and education. I believe that this is one of the most beautiful Zoos in South Africa right in the heart of President Park Midrand Healthy fresh beautiful Lively Colourful various types of Reptiles to Bird Species, From Giant Boa snakes to Fish Eagles , Jaguar to Rabbit. 26 Children from NJCH and NLC children’s orphanages in President Park on 1 July 2023 where treated to a lunch outing and some lollies after partaking in The 1st Local Community Clean up campaign just 3 km from Lory Park Zoo. The kitchen makes lovely fresh food , with order numbers being called out in the Tea Garden. I enjoyed a Sammie and The Youth had hotdogs. What a treat The staff are very special and grounded. To all the volunteers who assisted in holding snakes , getting the owls to fly on heads and arms , keep the gate secure , lion feeding and lion talks thank you thank you from the Top of our hearts Thanks for Everything
Visited on
Weekend
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
No

Such a wonderful zoo with an added value of saving animals and rehabilitating them. It’s my 3rd time to the zoo but I enjoy it again and again every single time. Due to COVID, petting is not available as was in the past. In addition there are no cat cubs at all at the moment. We did enjoy all animals that were absolutely lovely. In addition, you can find some animals outside the cages such as parrots that will gladly sit on you and they’re very talkative. I want to send a huge thanks to the zoo staff who helped us so much with a ride to Africa Mall as we were stuck for an hour without the ability to get any Uber or taxi. They did it with pure heart and which for me symbolize this whole place.

I enjoyed being at Lory Park Zoo, because it was so peaceful and a very beautiful site for eye's and enjoyment. There is a lot of animals and got to hold and touch some. I highly recommend this place. Suitable for kids and adults to learn on the nature of a Zoo. There's also a kids play section. Also a place to buy food inside, with places to sit after you have viewed the animals, which is the park. So overall we were happy with great service.
Visited on
Weekend
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
No

Small, well kept animal sanctuary The animals are well taken care of and the zoo is clean. There are no animal encounters at the moment but even without that our 5 year old had a great time. It seems that some parts are under construction which, when done, should add positively to the feel of the place. There is enough space for people to spread out and a cafe with a lot of seating for lunch. The initial reception/parking bay area and entrance road could use an upgrade but other than that a good Saturday morning family outing.

Had a great time today, animals are well kept, the cages are huge and clean. A fun family place. Just one thing that was disappointed, was the food from the restaurant. We had the chicken burgers. It was soo dry that i could not finish it. And for that price (without chips, because they don't serve slap chippies) i would have like a nice juicy burger with a fresh burger bun. Otherwise was it n perfect day!
Visited on
Weekend
Wait time
1 hr+
Reservation recommended
No

It was a great experience. The place is well kept and the animals are well taken care of. You can watch the feedings go into the owl cage. You can feed bunnies and meerkats as well as holding a snake. It's actually better than visiting larger zoos as you can get closer to the animals and it feels more interactive. It's great if you go with friends or family to enjoy the whole day out. There is place to sit and you are allowed to bring your own things, such as meat to have a braai.

Staff selling food and drinks could have been friendlier. Other than that our experience remains a great outing for the family. Kids can enjoy ice cream, feeds rabbits and enjoy predators and lots of animals up close. Animals we would like to list: Fish Eagle Vultures Flamingos Small birds Kookaburra Different owls (huge and medium size) Snakes Monkeys Lions White Lions Tiger Jaguar Leopard
Visited on
Weekend
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
No

Had such a nice time at this hidden gem in Midrand. Never knew about this place and would definitely had gone there a long time ago. The animals are in immaculate condition and the Zoo is neat, clean and tidy. The staff is super friendly and very informative. They can howerever put some work into the road leading to the zoo, but that is a very small discomfort in regards to what you get to experience there. Keep up the graet work. You will be seeing us again soon.

A neat little zoo just outside of the hustle and bustle of the city. They've got a wide variety of big cats, birds and reptiles. They have a big picnic area with tables and chairs and braai facilities with lions in view. We enjoyed getting watch when they fed the animals as well. The restrooms are clean and they even offer sanitizer throughout the park. An on site shop is available. It's a bit of a bumpy ride going in but a wonderful experience once you're there.

We loved the Park. The kids enjoyed themselves. We got to handle the snakes and hold the cockatoo. The Park is well maintained, the animals look loved and cared for. The staff is so kind and respectful. There are enough shaded places to sit and the Park is a good size, ensuring that you get to see all animals. Keep up the great work staff and management !
Visited on
Weekend
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
No

There are a variety of animals that are cared for here. There are a few animals that the public can interact with. A good way of introducing and teaching children about awild life. Only personal drawback is that I feel that the bigger cats need more space, but they do appear well loved by those who have adopted and who look after them.
Visited on
Weekend
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
Not sure

Beautiful place with a lot of animals! It looks small from the outside but big inside. There are strange and exotic birds I have never seen before. It is amazing to see tge big cats so up close. I definitely recommend buying super worms to feed the Meerkats, letting the owls sit on you and holding a python around your neck! Amazing place
Visited on
Weekend
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
No

Had my daughter's birthday party there. Both the kids and adults loved it. Lots of improvement to be done in terms of infrastructure and the road leading to the Zoo needs to be properly fixed. Zoo inside very clean, intimate, value for money and very convenient. Hopefully cub interaction will be brought back with regulations being eased up.
Visited on
Weekend
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
No

We enjoyed our time at Lory Park Zoo. There are different species of animals and birds. I was excited to see the iguana live (since I used to see it in movies). ,We also enjoyed the greeting by parrots and the show put up by one of the flamingos and one of big birds Unfortunately, the sun was hot - some animals had gone into their shelters for the shade. The road to the zoo is unfortunately not in a good condition.

A stunning little zoo with beautiful animals. Much, much smaller than expected but all the animals look healthy and well cared for. The two lions are two of the most stunning I have seen in captivity. My daughter loved the experience of feeding the meercats as well, wriggly worms and all. Food is not bad, well priced and a stunning venue for a kids party or gathering. Top marks.
Visited on
Weekend

A very different experience from JHB and Pretoria zoo in the sense that you are in close proximity in viewing the animals. Mostly big cats and Birds as well and Gibbons and some reptiles. Really well maintained enclosures, there are eating areas and animal encounters can be arranged. Braai facilities available too. Highly recommended if you want to get close to some big cats.

Great little zoo , seems to be evolving it to more or a bird park , in past there use to be more tigers , but there still is one , 2 of the most beautiful lions I ever seen , great place for the kids to get up close , staff need a revamp as they not really interested or interactive .
Visited on
Public holiday
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
No

Such a nice place to visit with your little one! We enjoyed ourselves so much. The zoo is very clean, tidy and well kept. I would much rather recommend this zoo than the Pretoria zoo. Most importantly, the animals look healthy and well looked after!! Just a tip if you do plan to visit; make sure to be there before 10 am if you want to avoid a long queue in peak season.

Great experience. This is the most well managed animal farm that we have visited. The pest (Flies)management is excellent. Great variety of bird species. The owl show is greatly satisfying. Direct interaction with these majestic birds. A reptile show is also allows petting of python. Cost, at the time of this post R80 per child and R110. Cafe available in premesis.

The entrance the Zoo is the only thing that's an issue. The place is very neat and clean and is maintained well. The residents of the Zoo are well looked after. Groomed and fed well. A great experience for all age groups. Was a pleasant visit. Entrance was standard R100 per person.
Visited on
Weekend
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
No

An excellent little zoo, just big enough. Animals were beautifull and enclosures were well kept. Highly recommended especially for kids and city folk for a half day trip. My son & I loved it, we will back again soon... Thank you to all at Lory Park for a great place to visit
Visited on
Weekday
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
Not sure

The animals are well looked after. There is a small play area for toddlers and a shop to get something small to eat. The service of good allover however they can invest in a megaphone so when they do the talks about the lion's, and other big cats everybody can hear them.
Visited on
Public holiday
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
Yes

Lovely place to get out with the family. You get to see animals up close especially the big cats such as the lions and tigers. Facility is nice and clean, safe for everyone and places to buy drink and food from. Nice to host small parties for the kids which can be arranged. Overall always a good experience and will always return for a day out with the family.

Good day. My family visited your zoo on 24 Sep 2023. We enjoyed the whole visit especially when the owls sat on my wife and daughter. I also had to pleasure of meeting Vodka. Thanks for the splendid work your whole team puts in to take care of Gods' creations.
Visited on
Weekend
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
Not sure

Really great place for the kids. It's a small zoo so you don't need to stress about kids getting lost. There is a play ground and take away. You can also take your own picnic basket and there are braai facilities. Overall fun place and friendly staff.
Visited on
Weekend
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
No

What a lovely place, the cages are very clean and has everything the animals need. Very friendly staff. The restaurant makes lovely food and it is very affordable. Vodka (the dog) is so cute and very well mannered. My favorite was the owls that comes and sit on you arms and head what a wonderful experience! Can't wait to visit again.

Kids and adults in our group loved it. Not too big but so much to see and kids loved the idea of being able to interact with the snake, owls and parrots personally. Loved it and my grandson wants to join the ranger for a day in the holidays
Visited on
Weekend
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
No

This was an amazing visit to an exquisite mini zoo. Much better than other south Africa zoos. Animals are well kept, not horrid smells and the staff are friendly and helpful. Definitely Italy good for family visits and school excursions. Clean and presentable, close to other amenities hidden away in or near midrand.

The staff were super patient with us who were scared to interact with the animals (owels and snakes) I recommend this place..we even got a tour, it was worth every cent we paid..oh my gosh the food also were really delicious ..
Visited on
Weekend
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
No

Nice place to visit and pass time with family. Zoo is well kept. Just the space is limited for the animals to move like the tiger, lion, cheetah etc their cages are small so the animals can't move much in their enclosures
Visited on
Weekend
Wait time
30–60 min
Reservation recommended
No

The zoo is not that big but has enough animals and they sell food. It is not a crowded place.. the staff is friendly they allow you to touch some of the animals for free ♡. But feeding the rabits is R10.
Visited on
Public holiday
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
No

Treacherous drive-way. Staff at the ticket office were uninterested. Tiny enclosures, especially for the big cats. Large variety in this small space. Grubby play area. Pretty interactive. For the price of entry you might want to consider Johannesburg Zoo or better still, Montecasino Bird Park.

Nice small and clean Zoo. Very petite. Was shocked by how clean and neat the enclosures were. Kids really enjoyed the predator feeding. Entry fee was a bit steep though for the limited amount of animals of display. A reptile, insect park and aquarium will really be a nice touch.

Amazing experience for the whole family, as well as educational. You get to go into the owl enclosure and also see some reptiles like snakes and bearded dragons! Definitely going back soon
Visited on
Weekend
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
No

Great place friendly staff. Very neat. All enclosed areas are very neat and clean. These people truly care about every animal that they have. Great place to have a fun day out with the fa family. You can see all animals are well fed and looked after. Would go back anytime...

The zoo is great. It's a perfect size which allows you to see everything. There is feeding times for the animals and there is a few animals that you can feed. Definitely a must see!
Visited on
Weekend
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
Not sure

Enjoyed the animal encounter, overall park and experience. Highly recommended for a family trip. There is a short dirt road from the tar road down to the park entrance. Dirt road is not so easy to navigate. Can be very busy during school holidays, with limited parking.

Very nice outing for the whole family. The meerkat feeding is a must! They are extremely cute and take the food out of your hand. A large number of different birds to look at. You can even handle a snake! Animals are well looked after and seems to be happy and healthy.

Loved this place, clean and well organized. Well done to the staff keeping the cages of all the animals clean. Friendly staff and a great overall experience. Celebrated my sons 5th birthday today at Lorry Park and will definitely visit them again in the near future.

Very chilled, intimate zoo for family outing. Not too big, so you don't get tired of walking around. Not too many animals, just the big cats that are the main attraction.
Visited on
Weekend
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
No

You can see animals in close distance,in certain time you can experience owl sitting on your arms or head, snakes on your shoulder. Small zoo but worthy to visit with kids worthy to watch alone, mall of Africa is around 5 KM, taxis can be

Always love going here. The staff are super helpful and facilities are well kept and maintained. Animals are fat, happy and lazy, living their best life.
Visited on
Weekend
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
No

Animal lover's paradise. I love looking at the beautiful big cats. Wonderful experience during their playtime this morning. Safe place for family and couples to picnic. Lovely little restuarant. Zoo animals seems healthy. All very clean.

It was great. It was a very hot day and the animals were feeling it. But besides that I was pleasantly surprised as it was my first visit there . My grandson had a ball. Thank you.
Visited on
Weekend
Wait time
Up to 10 min

Very nice little zoo. Very well taken care of, gardens are beautiful. There are lots of tables and chairs under shadey trees by the shoppy where you can order food and eat. There are no grassy picnic areas though, and there are only 6

What a absolute beautiful place. Its one of the cleanest places we have been to. The animals are well looked after with plenty of shade and trees and water. They look super healthy. Restaurant area and bathrooms are also very clean.

Awesome place for a family afternoon kiddies will enjoy the close proximity to the animals be sure to check the feeding times at the entrance
Visited on
Public holiday
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
No

This place truly is a Gem in Midrand. A very special experience. All the animals are so well looked after. We look forward to returning soon.
Visited on
Weekend
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
Not sure

Well kept space. Animals are in great shape & well taken care of. Could have interaction with the African Greys & Owls. Worth more than only one visit. Families can spend quality time here. Well done to Owner, Management & Keepers.

Our first time. It was very nice and clean just as most people said on the reviews. The animals look well kept after. We didn't stay until feeding time. Hopefully we can next time. Only negative thing is the road into Lory Park.

Gorgeous creatures, interesting & sad stories behind how each was rescued. Staff come across as genuinely caring. Special to be able to get that close to see and appreciate some incredibly rare and amazing animals.

I, I mean the family and I really love this place 100% better then Pretoria zoo.. just the interaction with the animals that you won't see up close anywhere.. really worth the money and the memories. More

It's a mini zoo. Children will definitely enjoy as they have educational shows and close interaction with the animal.
Visited on
Weekday
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
No

Great place to bring family, kids, or have a picnic. not crowded beautiful oh wonderful stuff I also liked the white lion hyenas and the tiger not forgetting that they do have the Jaguar, puma. Love it

Great place just wish the road was beter going into the parking area, otherwise a amazing experience
Visited on
Weekend
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
No

The zoo is so well maintained and all the animals are well looked after and you can see the pride from the people working there. Great family outing and enjoyable for everyone …

Very nice place, the enclosures are well kept and the animals are healthy. At 12:00 they give the big cats (lions, tigers etc) some boxes to play with. At 15:00 it’s feeding time.

Pleasant day out with the kids. Animals seem to be well looked after. Staff friendly.
Visited on
Public holiday
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
No

Was a beautiful, informative and relaxing day out. The guided tour was the highlight. Definitely wouldn't be the same without the guide.
Visited on
Weekday

An amazing experience with much to see. A great day to spend with the family.
Visited on
Weekend
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
No

This was a a superb experience. Very interactive, the kids loved it. Feeding rabbits and meerkats, holding snakes, a guided tour, kids play area etc. More

This was probably one of my favorite zoo experiences! Felt more up close than most other zoos I've been to. So many incredible animals! Highly recommend!

Really great. Small zoo so nice to go through it in a short time
Visited on
Weekend
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
No

Had a great time today, animals are well kept, the cages are huge and clean. A fun family place.
Visited on
Weekend
Wait time
No wait

Clean, animals are well taken care of , got to see tigers and lions when fed, white lion and lioness are gorgeous. Got to carry the huge snake.

It was an awesome place. Great learning experience.
Visited on
Weekday
Wait time
No wait
Reservation recommended
No

Absolutely fantastic....what a hidden gem.....animals are in excellent condition and seem very happy there. Highly recommend a visit.

They are amazing all the stuff is very friendly and helpful. Its very clean and ready for any family outing More

A really well maintained zoo/farm. Sufficient seating/eating areas. A perfect outing for the younger ones.

It's such a beautiful day out. Clean. You can interact with the owls and snakes . …