Highgate Ostrich Show Farm in Oudtshoorn, Oudtshoorn: Tickets, Hours and Family Guide
Animals and wildlife in Oudtshoorn, Oudtshoorn
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A working ostrich farm offering guided tours where you can learn about these giant birds, stand on an ostrich egg, and even ride one for a truly unique experience.
What is Highgate Ostrich Show Farm?
Highgate Ostrich Show Farm in Oudtshoorn offers a classic Karoo experience, providing a fun and educational tour of a working ostrich farm. The guided tour covers the history and biology of ostriches, their quirky behaviours, and the workings of the farm. Highlights for families include the opportunity to stand on a real ostrich egg (they are incredibly strong!), feed the ostriches, and for the brave, a short ostrich ride. It is a memorable and quintessential Oudtshoorn activity that children love.
Highgate is a working farm that also serves as an educational venue, teaching visitors about ostrich farming.
Highgate Ostrich Show Farm ticket prices 2026
| Visitor type | Adult | Child (4-12) | Under 4 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard rate | ZAR 150 | ZAR 75 | Free |
Tour: Adults R150, children (4-12) R75, under-4s free. Ostrich rides are an additional cost. Confirm current rates at the gate.
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- Hold onto your hats Ostriches are curious and may try to peck at shiny objects. Try the ostrich ride
Is it right for your child's age?
| Age group | Verdict | What to expect |
|---|---|---|
| 0-2 years | Good | The tour is stroller-friendly but the terrain is uneven. |
| 3-5 years | Great | The ostriches are a fascinating sight for young children. |
| 6-9 years | Great | The interactive elements of the tour are a huge hit. |
| 10-12 years | Great | The information is interesting and the ostrich ride is a thrill. |
| 13+ years | Good | Fun and educational, especially the ostrich ride. |
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Key details
- Address
- Highgate Ostrich Show Farm, Oudtshoorn, 6620, Oudtshoorn
- Opening hours
- Daily 8am to 5pm (tours run continuously) Closed now
- How long to plan
- 1 to 1.5 hours
- Suitable ages
- All ages
- Setting
- Outdoor
- Booking
- Walk-in
- Payment accepted
- Card
- Mobile money
- Phone
- +27 44 272 7115
What to expect when you visit
Join a guided tour which runs every 20-30 minutes. The tour lasts about an hour and includes a lot of hands-on activities: feeding the ostriches, standing on an egg, and learning about the farm. Ostrich rides are an optional extra. It's a fun, interactive experience.
What if...?
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Can you really ride an ostrich?
Yes, it is a short ride and a very unique experience.
Is the tour suitable for young children?
Yes, it is very interactive and fun for all ages.
Do we need to book?
No, tours run continuously, but you can call ahead for groups.
Family essentials
- Suitable age bands
- 0–2 years
- 3–5 years
- 6–9 years
- 10–12 years
- 13+ years
- Toddler suitability
- Great for toddlers
- Minimum age
- No minimum age
- Facilities
- Toilets
- Baby changing
- Cafe or food on site
- Gift shop
- Parking
- Access and parking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Stroller friendly
- Free parking
- Safety notes
Do not tease the ostriches and follow the guide's instructions.
Tickets and costs
- Parking
- Free
- Free entry rules
- No
- Extra costs (activities, rentals, food)
Ostrich rides
Plan your visit
- Combine with
- Cango Caves
- Cango Wildlife Ranch
- Swartberg Pass
- What to bring
- Comfortable shoes
- Camera
- Sun hat
- Water
Accessibility deep dive
Here is what to expect on the ground.
The main areas are largely accessible.
Available at the entrance.
Free on-site parking.
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Resident family of 4 estimate: ~R450 (2 adults, 2 children)
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Frequently asked questions
- How much does it cost to visit Highgate Ostrich Show Farm?
- Adults pay ZAR 150 and children (ages 4-12) pay ZAR 75. Children under 4 enter free. Tour: Adults R150, children (4-12) R75, under-4s free. Ostrich rides are an additional cost. Confirm current rates at the gate.
- What are the Highgate Ostrich Show Farm opening hours?
- Daily 8am to 5pm (tours run continuously).
- Is Highgate Ostrich Show Farm suitable for toddlers and young children?
- Yes. Highgate Ostrich Show Farm is great for toddlers. Minimum age: No minimum age. Baby changing facilities are available. Do not tease the ostriches and follow the guide's instructions.
- How long do you need at Highgate Ostrich Show Farm?
- Plan for 1 to 1.5 hours.
- What payment methods does Highgate Ostrich Show Farm accept?
- Highgate Ostrich Show Farm accepts Card, Mobile money. It does not accept cash.
- Is Highgate Ostrich Show Farm accessible, and is there parking?
- Access and parking: Wheelchair accessible, Stroller friendly, Free parking.
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