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Animals and wildlife in Africa

Family-friendly animals and wildlife across 11 countries — in Kenya, Zambia and Zimbabwe. 299 places, updated November 2026.

All 299 animals and wildlife

Animals and wildlife in Victoria Falls

Victoria Falls River Lodge

Luxury riverside lodge with infinity pool, family suites, private plunge pools, and children’s activities.

  • All ages
  • Luxury riverside lodge
  • Yes, cots may be available

Entry from ZWG 500

Animals and wildlife in Bulawayo

Healing with Horses Zimbabwe

Equine-assisted therapy centre with horse interaction and feeding.

  • All ages
  • Farm and stable
  • Yes, supervise

Animals and wildlife in Victoria Falls

Chobe Crocodile Farm

Crocodile farm with baby croc handling, educational tours, and crocodile nests.

  • All ages
  • Crocodile farm
  • Yes

Entry from ZWG 10

Animals and wildlife in Victoria Falls

Victoria Falls Wild Hub

Conservation site with lions, hyenas, ostriches, and rescued birds, offering guided encounters.

  • All ages; 8+ for some encounters
  • Wildlife conservation site
  • Yes, but supervise

Entry from ZWG 50

Animals and wildlife in Harare

MooLand

Dairy farm with hands-on animal petting, dairy education, picnic area, and small play area.

  • All ages
  • Dairy farm
  • Yes

Entry from ZWG 5

Animals and wildlife in Harare

Bally Vaughan Wildlife Sanctuary

Bird and game sanctuary with rescued animals, game drives, canoe rides, and picnic areas.

  • All ages
  • Wildlife sanctuary and lodge
  • Yes

Entry from ZWG 5

Animals and wildlife in Harare

Wild Is Life & ZEN

Wildlife sanctuary and elephant nursery with rescued elephants, giraffes, pangolins, and lions.

  • All ages (under 12 supervised)
  • Wildlife sanctuary
  • Yes, but supervise

Entry from ZWG 70

Animals and wildlife in Nyanga National Park

Trout Hatchery Nyanga National Park

Trout hatchery with fish ponds, breeding tours, and trout fishing in park dams.

  • All ages
  • Working trout hatchery
  • Yes, flat pond walks

Entry from ZWG 3

Animals and wildlife in Gweru

Antelope Park

Private reserve with lion walks, elephant encounters, horse riding, canoeing, and family camping.

  • All ages (some activities age-restricted)
  • Private wildlife reserve
  • Yes, pool and some animals

Entry from ZWG 10

Animals and wildlife in Hwange National Park

Robins Camp

Family-friendly safari camp with self-drive access, big buffalo herds, and high lion density.

  • All ages
  • Safari camp
  • Yes, all ages

Entry from ZWG 200

Animals and wildlife in Hwange National Park

Somalisa Acacia Camp

Family safari camp with Ngwana Kids Club, interleading family tents, and no age restrictions.

  • All ages (no minimum age)
  • Safari camp in national park
  • Yes, no minimum age

Entry from ZWG 650

Animals and wildlife in Harare

Snake World

Reptile park with crocodiles, snakes, chameleons, and monitor lizards.

  • All ages
  • Reptile park
  • Yes, but short visit

Entry from ZWG 5