Self-drive entrance to Bothongo Rhino and Lion Nature Reserve costs R360 for adults, R220 for children aged 5 to 12 and R280 for pensioners over 60. The reserve also runs a standing offer of one child under 12 free per paying adult. Guided drives are priced separately and cost considerably more.
Self-Drive Entrance Fees
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| Adult | R360 (includes conservation fee) |
| Child 5–12 | R220 |
| Pensioner (60+) | R280 |
| Under-12 offer | One child free per paying adult |
The under-12 offer and the R220 child rate appear alongside each other on the reserve’s booking page, so ask which applies to your group — for one adult and one child it is the difference between R360 and R580.
Guided Drives Cost More Than Entry
| Experience | Adult | Child | Pensioner |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1hr Predator Tour | R570 | R400 | R460 |
| 2hr Game Drive | R690 | R480 | R540 |
| 2hr Sunset Drive | R720 | R540 | R610 |
| 3hr Game Drive | R1,300 | R920 | R1,060 |
| WonderCave + self-drive | R520 | R310 | R410 |
| Savannah Trails Walk | R500 | R420 | R420 |
Private vehicles are also available at R8,740 for a nine-seater and R15,180 for a 22-seater.
What Self-Drive Includes
The self-drive fee covers the reserve, the wildlife centre, picnic spots and the pools. Giraffe feeding is R80 per bag and the BMX track R100 per person, both charged on top.
Closed on Mondays
| Days | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday–Friday | 08:00–17:00 |
| Saturday | 08:00–18:00 |
| Sunday | 08:00–17:00 |
| Public holidays | 08:00–18:00 |
Official Price Source and Last-Checked Date
Last checked: 6 September 2026. The reserve’s older pricing page is marked outdated; these rates come from its live booking page. Prices can change without notice — confirm on the official source before you travel.