Cango Wildlife Ranch, Oudtshoorn: Hours, Address, Cango Wildlife Ranch Reviews: 4.5/5
Cango Wildlife Ranch
Cango Wildlife Ranch
4.5
8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Monday
8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday
8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday
8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday
8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday
8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday
8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday
8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
About
Cango Wildlife Ranch is internationally recognised as one of South Africa’s premier tourism attractions. Conveniently situated en route to the Cango Caves near Oudtshoorn, the Ranch offers visitors a huge variety of awe-inspiring activities at one location for a value-packed price – suitable for the whole family and open 365 days a year! In addition to our wonderful encounter programs, where you can meet an ambassador cheetah, the ranch also offers two Firsts: Lemur Falls – the first interactive Lemur experience in Africa! - and Crocodile Cage Diving - a World First - where you can test your mettle against the dangerous gaze of a Nile Crocodile via a steel cage lowered into their watery domain! As a PAAZA (Pan-African Association of Zoos and Aquaria) accredited facility, a proud member of WAZA(World Association of Zoos and Aquariums), and a multiple winner of TripAdvisor's Certificate of Excellence, Cango Wildlife Ranch remains a unique world-class facility which strives to provide conservation through education by means of various conservation projects, initiatives and informative guided tours! A significant percentage of all proceeds go straight back into our conservation initiatives providing you with ethical and unforgettable fun and memories. For unlimited adventure for the whole family – visit Cango Wildlife Ranch!
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Janka N
Oudtshoorn, South Africa17 contributions
Mar 2022
Always such fun to visit Cango Wildlife with my granddaughter of 2 - who love everything about this excellent family adventure - touching animals - the food and don't forget the chips is her favorite, the playpark and farm animals. We always have so much fun. The nice thing is my yearly pass which I always make sure I have it - perfect for the family with young kids.
Written 9 May 2022
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rachelles@mariswe.com
26 contributions
Apr 2022 • Friends
We arrived an hour before closing time and were assigned to guide ED. What struck me about all the staff who worked here is their absolute true passion for the animals which they are rehabilitating and educating as many people as possible about. I truly respect this ranch and what they are doing for these animals! Our experience was amazing as we chose to interact with the animals which was well worth it! Lemurs and croc cage diving. Bucket list items. Definitely worth the visit.
Written 7 May 2022
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snymanchanel
Velddrif, South Africa11 contributions
May 2022 • Couples
The staff is so nice and informative.
We had the lovely experience of touching the Cheetah cubs and spending some time with them
We had the lovely experience of touching the Cheetah cubs and spending some time with them
Written 7 May 2022
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Mandy
2 contributions
Apr 2022 • Couples
Ed was a very interesting and entertaining tour guide. He was well informed and shows a passion for his job.
The route was relatively wheelchair accessible but in our extreme case at times towards the end was very difficult
The route was relatively wheelchair accessible but in our extreme case at times towards the end was very difficult
Written 30 April 2022
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Chantelle Van Zyl
5 contributions
Apr 2022
Friendly staff. Many animals. Fun for the whole family. Support their cause and donate or adopt to the animal's wellbeing.
Written 19 April 2022
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jonton912487
2 contributions
Feb 2022 • Family
This was the highlight of our vacation in outshoorn.. we went there on 14th Feb as scared as I am of wildlife animals it was a great experience to have seen all the animals and our tour guide was awesome very well spoken gentleman Cedric thank you.keep up the good work.
Written 23 February 2022
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BlondieSA
Cape Town Central, South Africa305 contributions
Feb 2022
Very informative & interactive display of animals. Leo was a great guide. Thoroughly enjoyed by both big & small.
Written 22 February 2022
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josias1923
Cape Town, South Africa16 contributions
Jan 2022
I simply love this place, it was my second time returning and will return any time. Our guide Megan E was so knowledgeable and humorous.
Written 12 January 2022
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Charlene P
8 contributions
Jan 2022 • Couples
Had a wonderful experience at the ranch. Everybody was very friendly and helpful. Ed, our guide, did an amazing job! Thank you for a wonderful afternoon. Keep up the good work.
Written 6 January 2022
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Chloe
2 contributions
Dec 2021 • Family
What a gem in Oudtshoorn! The most amazing experience for kids, the wildlife in excellent condition, staff incredible and so knowledgeable. The encounter with the Limas was so much, and a walk through the bird enclosure made for many laughs! Do the tour for the full experience. An essential visit whilst in Oudtshoorn!
Written 4 January 2022
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B Jansen
Johannesburg, South Africa
Hi. I would like to cage dive with the crocodiles in October 2022. What are the fees per person for a cage dive?
henrieg
Cape Town Central, South Africa9 contributions
I have found an old photo of myself with cub white tiger on my lap taken at your ranch years ago. I was part f a group of Motoring Editors who visited the ranch while on a car launch. I was wondering whether the white cub has grown up and whether it is still with you. If I remember correctly it was an Indian Tiger, but I may be wrong. Your response would be appreciated. Tks Henrie Geyser, Hout Bay.
Good day Henrie,
Thank you so much for your message. It is great to connect with an old friend!
So we actually have two white Indian tigers that were born here and my, have they grown! Their names are Nevada and Taji. Nevada is a snow white tiger, so his stripes are nearly invisible and Taji has contrasting black stripes. We can send their photos to you via e-mail if you'd like?
We do not do tiger encounters anymore, but we hope you come and visit to see your old buddy soon, you'd be surprised at how big they got in the meantime!
Kind Regards
Cango Wildlfe Ranch Team
Jenessa_126
Cambridge, UK31 contributions
How long does it take to look round the whole zoo? A whole day or a half day?
VishDem
Curepipe204 contributions
Hi, well yes less than half day. There will be guide and you get very good explanations. They are doing a wonderful job in trying to save some endangered species.
Regards
Kizza
Wales Uk228 contributions
We'll be visiting 18th April, it wouldn't be for a whole day as we have to move on around midday so maybe a morning.. are we likely to be ok to just turn up that morning and then decide if we want to add the cheetah and cheetah cub experience on at the time, or is it necessary to book ahead?
CangoWildlifeTeam
Oudtshoorn, South Africa5 contributions
Good day Karen, thank you for you query. There is no need to book, you can just arrive on the day, alternatively you are very welcome to book online as well. We look forward to you visit.
yaya897
Salt Lake City, UT54 contributions
Can a guest use their own camera to take pictures during the additional cost animal encounters or is the only choice for pictures to purchase pictures or the 4GB USB photos taken by Cango Wildlife Ranch?
CangoWildlifeTeam
Oudtshoorn, South Africa5 contributions
You are welcome to bring your own camera too!
yaya897
Salt Lake City, UT54 contributions
How long of a time does someone have with the animals in the additional cost animal encounters?
CangoWildlifeTeam
Oudtshoorn, South Africa5 contributions
Good day,
It is anything from 7 - 13 minutes, depending on the animal and other factors. It might sound quick - but it is so special it feels like a lifetime.
Kind Regards,
Cango Wildlife Ranch
We are travelling from Ireland & thinking of booking a night here during first 2 weeks of January, and coming to the Wildlife Ranch. Can we book in advance so we can arrange accommodation before we go to Africa?
CangoWildlifeTeam
Oudtshoorn, South Africa5 contributions
We hope you have either been for a visit or are still going to come?!
You can book online OR just arrive - we don't have a maximum capacity, so you would not ever be turned away.
We're currently open form 08:30 - 17:00.
See you soon!
Hello
I want to find out how much is the entrance fee for an adult?
CangoWildlifeTeam
Oudtshoorn, South Africa5 contributions
Good day!
Apologies for only picking up on your enquiry now!
All our rates are listed and updated on our website which I unfortunately cannot list here. You'll easily find it once you Google search: Cango Wildlife Ranch.
Normal entrance for an adult is currently R 170.
Feel free to contact us should you have any further enquiries!
You can contact us via email,
Telephone:
044 272 5593
or Facebook.
docgpk123
7 contributions
hi, do you have age restriction for cheetah encounters/petting?
CangoWildlifeTeam
Oudtshoorn, South Africa5 contributions
Good Day
Thank you for contacting us. Children younger than 14 participating in the applicable encounters must be accompanied by an adult. For the cheetah encounter children need to be 12yrs of age or older and at least 1.5 meters high.
We look forward to welcoming you at the ranch soon.
nicole_henry508
Swedesboro, NJ
Is this a doable day trip from Cape Town?
CangoWildlifeTeam
Oudtshoorn, South Africa5 contributions
Good morning!
Oudtshoorn is about 450km from Cape Town, so a day trip might be a bit tight, as we also want you to be able to spend enough time here to ensure a well-rounded visit. Our beautiful town does however, offer lots of activities and fantastic accommodation options so an overnight will be well worth the trip!
Kind Regards,
Mari-Lize
Cango Wildlife Ranch
Frequently Asked Questions about Cango Wildlife Ranch
- Cango Wildlife Ranch is open:
- Sun - Sat 08:30 - 17:00
- We recommend booking Cango Wildlife Ranch tours ahead of time to secure your spot. If you book with Tripadvisor, you can cancel up to 24 hours before your tour starts for a full refund. See all 10 Cango Wildlife Ranch tours on Tripadvisor
- According to Tripadvisor travellers, these are the best ways to experience Cango Wildlife Ranch:
- Oudtshoorn Day Trip (From RÂ 5Â 539,77)
- Four Day Garden Route (escorted tour) (From RÂ 15Â 565,78)
- From Cape Town: 2-Nights, 3-Days Garden Route private tour (From RÂ 16Â 106,99)
- Best-selling Oudtshoorn Day Tour (From RÂ 2Â 537,49)
- Tsitsikamma Day tour with well-known Guide (From RÂ 2Â 008,80)
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- Restaurants near Cango Wildlife Ranch:
- (2.44 km) Anny's Bistro
- (2.47 km) Nostalgie
- (2.27 km) Jemima's Restaurant
- (2.45 km) Bello Cibo Restaurant
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