The Lion Encounter Experience

Experience and support the lion encounter
Africa's first genuine programme to ethically re-introduce the offspring of rehabilitated captive-bred African lion back into the wild, safeguarding the future of the king of the beasts.
An amazing encounter…
No leashes, no collars, just a natural African wildlife adventure operating in the Mosi-Oa-Tunya National Park from Thorntree Lodge, 10 minutes from Livingstone. Clients will have the unique experience of walking alongside and interacting with the lions for approximately 1 ¼ hours.

Price includes:
Return transfers from all accommodation in Livingstone town.
Morning walk ~ full english breakfast, tea and coffee.
Afternoon walk ~ snacks, softs drinks and beers.

Daily departures:
(Varies by season, please confirm with your agent.)
Morning walk is from 06.15, returning to Livingstone town by 10.00.
Afternoon walk is from 15.00, returning to Livingstone town by 18.45.

What to bring and wear:
Voucher
Sunscreen
Insect repellent
Sunglasses
Cap or head wear
Neutral coloured clothing
Trousers or jeans
Comfortable bush walking shoes

DVDs of your experience and merchandising are for sale so don't forget to bring some cash.

Restrictions
Any person under the age of 15, or shorter than 1.5m, will not be able to go on a lion walk. It is possible for persons falling into these categories to participate in a cub encounter instead.

The trips run on a minimum of 2 clients and a maximum of 10 at any one time.

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Combined Activities Rates

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