Ukutula Experience
Guided Predator Tour
Ukutula's Guided Predator Tour is the perfect introduction to the reserve — meet lions, cheetahs, hyenas and more, with expert rangers sharing every story of Ukutula's world-renowned conservation work. Suitable for all ages and one of the best-value predator experiences in South Africa.
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Overview
About the Guided Predator Tour
The Guided Predator Tour is Ukutula's flagship family-friendly experience and the best-value way to see lions, cheetahs and hyenas up close near Johannesburg. Led by expert Ukutula rangers, the two-hour walking tour weaves through the reserve's predator enclosures with detailed conservation storytelling — from lion pride behaviour to Ukutula's cheetah rewilding work and hyena research programme.
Because there is no minimum age and children under five are free, it is one of the most popular things to do with kids near Pretoria and Johannesburg. Photographers love the tour too — multiple slow, calm photo stops replace the rushed drive-by feel of a big safari park. Book the 10:00 or 14:00 slot; pair it with the Walk With Lions for the full Ukutula day.
Tour Summary
At a glance
Face-to-face with lions, cheetahs and hyenas led by expert Ukutula rangers.
Available Times
Highlights
What makes this special
- Lion, cheetah & hyena encounters up close
- Expert ranger-led conservation storytelling
- Perfect for families & first-time safari-goers
- Fantastic photo opportunities throughout
Includes
What's included
- Ranger guide
- Reserve entry
- Bottled water
- Photo stops
FAQ
Guided Predator Tour — quick answers
Is this tour family friendly?
Yes — the Guided Predator Tour is suitable for all ages. Children under 5 are free of charge.
How long does it take?
Approximately 2 hours from meeting point to end of tour.
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Pair it, or pick something else
Ukutula experiences first — then the Pilanesberg Big Five safari, the sunrise hot-air balloon and the Elephant Sanctuary, all easy add-ons for a full day out.
Another Ukutula experience
Walk With Lions including Predator Tour — Combo (Day Package)
The one most guests book: Walk With Lions including the Guided Predator Tour — both in one 3-hour visit, R425 less than booking them apart.
- Two signature Ukutula experiences in one visit
- 3-hour combo — morning 08:00 or afternoon 14:00
Another Ukutula experience
Walk With Lions — Enrichment Walk Only
The 1-hour enrichment walk on its own. Most guests add the Guided Predator Tour and pay R425 less with the combo.
- Enrichment walk only — lions, cheetahs & hyenas are not included
- Walk freely alongside lions in open bushveld
Nearby add-on — not at Ukutula
Pilanesberg Big Five Safari
3-hour Big Five safari in Pilanesberg National Park with experienced rangers — exclusive of travel time.
- 3-hour Big Five game drive
- Experienced rangers tracking the Big Five
Nearby add-on — not at Ukutula
Hot Air Balloon Safari
Sunrise hot air balloon flight over the Magalies bushveld.
- Sunrise balloon flight over the Magalies
- Champagne breakfast on landing
Nearby add-on — not at Ukutula
Elephant Sanctuary Tour
Meet rehabilitated African elephants at the Hartbeespoort Elephant Sanctuary — ~1.5-hour guided interaction.
- Guided elephant interaction (~1.5 hours)
- Rehabilitated, ethically kept African elephants