LIONSROCK Big Cat Sanctuary
LIONSROCK Big Cat Sanctuary, a FOUR PAWS sanctuary, provides a lifelong, species‑appropriate home to nearly 100 rescued big cats from around the world. At this safe and spacious sanctuary, lions, tigers, and other big cat species can live out their lives in a protected and natural environment.
Located just 18 km outside Bethlehem in the Free State, LIONSROCK is conveniently situated only 2–3 hours from Johannesburg, Bloemfontein, and Durban, making it an ideal destination for visitors seeking an ethical wildlife experience.
Bookings are essential.
reservations@lionsrock.org
+27 (0)58 304 1691 | +27 (0)83 408 0473
> 100
Big cats rescued and found a safe haven
Special Care
We give special care to rescued and traumatised big cats to help them overcome their traumas
Various Game
Discover Wildebeest, Waterbuck, Ostrich, Zebra, Lechwe, Springbok and more!
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Founded in 2006
FOUR PAWS acquired the property that would eventually become LIONSROCK in 2006. The 1200-acre location was carefully chosen to provide a spacious and natural environment for rescued big cats from all over the world. Read more
Where to Find Us?
Farm Kleinbloemhof, Bethlehem, Free State, South Africa, 9700
You can find more travel information here – approximately 2-3 hours from Johannesburg, Bloemfontein & Durban (by car) - find us on Google Maps
You can find more travel information here – approximately 2-3 hours from Johannesburg, Bloemfontein & Durban (by car) - find us on Google Maps
