Birds of Eden Admission: Explore the World's Largest Free-Flight Dome Aviary
4.2
10 Ratings
The Crags
Experience the wonder of Birds of Eden, the world's largest free-flight dome aviary. Explore at your own pace or take a guided tour. Combo tickets available with Monkeyland and Jukani.
Duration:
3 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Birds of Eden - The spectacular and awe-inspiring sanctuary is the largest free-flight aviary in the world. 2.3ha of partly forested land, with a 1.2km walkway which visitors are welcome to explore at their own pace. The sanctuary is home to 220 different species & subspecies of birds totalling over 3500 birds. From the indigenous and beautiful Knysna lourie with its awkward call for such a gracious bird, the other lourie (Turaco) species, parrots, parakeets, waterfowl, flamingos, starlings, robins and graceful cranes. The sanctuary includes a deep gorge with a waterfall and the aviary is approximately 50m high, covering all the treetops and allowing ample flying space for its winged inhabitants. Being a sanctuary where many previously pet caged birds have now been given the opportunity to spread their wings, this is their first chance to make adequate use of their wings and to experience natural avian behaviour.
What's Included
- Free parking
- No hidden fees
What's Not Included
- Food and drinks
- Guide book (available for purchase)
Additional Information
Birds of Eden, the world’s largest single dome free-flight aviary, is a breathtaking spectacle. The sanctuary is spread over a 2.3ha forested land enclosed by mesh with a 1.2km walkway. Guests can leisurely discover the area or choose a complimentary guided tour.
With over 3500 birds from 220 different species and subspecies, including the native Knysna lourie with its contrasting clumsy call, other Turaco kinds, parrots, parakeets, flamingos, waterfowl, starlings, robins, and elegant cranes, the sanctuary offers a rich biodiversity.
Featuring a deep chasm with a waterfall, the aviary stands at about 50m in height, covering the forest canopy and providing substantial flying space for the birds. Suitable for all fitness levels and ages, the sanctuary is wheelchair friendly. It operates in all weather conditions - visitors might get wet in the rain.
Tickets available: Birds + Monkeyland Combo Ticket and Birds + Monkeyland + Jukani Triptic Ticket.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Due to uneven surfaces, we offer a wheelchair for those with a walking disabilities at no additional charge.
- Open in all weather conditions
- GoPro extenders and selfie sticks are not permitted
Location
Birds of Eden
Monkeyland Road
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.2
(10 Ratings)
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Road51019314032
Oct 4, 2023
A highly recommended excursion - 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.
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489stuartr
Feb 7, 2023
Monkey/Birdworld - Fabulous day out a trip to Monkey World first then Bird World .
Both were excellent, really enjoyable.
Ideal for families to see monkeys roaming about all close too .
Then with the birds which were so colourful and seem to pose for pictures
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Jayden
Feb 14, 2023
Beautiful and peaceful - The forest is absolutely beautiful and so are the birds. You need to walk slowly and take your time look everywhere because some birds hide. There are birds that come right up to you and sing and make noises.
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Nancy_r
Oct 11, 2022
Bountiful birds - Very interesting to see an enclosed forest with beautiful birds freely moving about. Many are non-African birds however so would like to have seen just native birds.
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Bigneilonwheels
Jan 13, 2020
Lovely stuff... - Visited here with the Mrs’ and was pleasantly surprised as I wasn’t a fan of Monkeyland next door.
Saw some really interesting birds and managed a few decent photos.
Highlight was right up the top seeing the flamingos being fed, lowlight was having some kind of duck peck at my feet and undo my shoelaces.
All in all, 8 on 10 👍🏻
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Travellerxkingston
Oct 9, 2019
The large variety of birds. - We really enjoyed the sanctuary. We wandered through at our leisure and had many pleasant viewings of birds. The one bird we did not expect to see and which we see too many of at home was a small flock of Canad Geese. I did a double take on that one. There were no guides, but then I generally find them uninformative unless they are specialists in their area. We did just fine with our guide book and had fun working through it.
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Danielacw8589dl
Jun 17, 2019
No information on birds, guides - Beautifully presented and beautiful bird viewing however reception advises that there are no guided tours. You have to buy a book guide and search for each bird that you see. No information boards and no guides explaining anything at any point. Very disappointing for the price paid. Lots of staff not giving info unless asked for assistance
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