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October 11, 2025

The lodges are built around the giraffe area and a lake.

mals from different angles.

You are never guaranteed to see everything because each creature has its own private spaces, away from human eyes, for their well being but we saw everything on our wishlist and far more. From bats and snakes to meerkats and red bottomed monkeys, there is a lot to discover.

Bosses are keen to make sure guests understand that the project aims to secure long-term funding so they can deliver lasting conservation impact for generations.

If you want to know more, another of the exclusive offerings for Reserve guests is Conservation in Action. You get to head into the 'lab' to find out about the live conservation projects, experiments, and breeding work. There's even a chance to don lab gear and get hands-on, helping the science and vet teams with essential sample collections.

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