Port Lympne Safari Park

We had an incredible time here. Everyone was very welcoming and helpful. Nothing was too much for them. The outside bath was lush. Unfortunately, we didn’t get to experience the tiger walking past whilst having a bath however, it was still an unforgettable experience. We saw the tigers a few times whilst we were sat in the lodge. They came up very close to the window however, we didn’t manage to capture that in time. I would highly recommend this experience to anyone! Being able to drive the golf carts round the park was fun as well. I know some People may look and how much it costs and think it’s expensive however, life’s too short and make as many memories as you can! How many people can say they woke up and there was a tiger walking past their window? We work hard so, we may as well enjoy it.

I recently stayed overnight at Pinewood Lodge with my two kids (ages 5 and 8) and had such a great time! The lodge was cozy, the beds were nice and snuggly, and it was perfectly located for exploring the park. The kids absolutely loved the primate trail and the Dinosaur Forest, and the safari ride was a big highlight — spotting rhinos, giraffes, bison and more felt like a real adventure. They also had so much fun roasting marshmallows by the fire in the evening and next morning, which made the whole experience even more special. We really enjoyed our meal at Babydoll’s Restaurant too — great food and a lovely atmosphere to end the day. Everything was well organised, the staff were friendly and helpful, and we’ll definitely be back. A brilliant mix of wildlife, learning and fun for families!

A fantastic day out with our 16 months old. What we absolutely loved about this park was the fact that the animals had SO much room. We've never been to a zoo before where animals have been so fortunate to be placed there. When we compare it to Howletts it's night and day the animal welfare. You guys have done a brilliant job here, animals come first. Yes, you don't always see the animals, but that in my eyes is a brilliant thing, cause it means they have a more realistic habitat. The Sunday roast in the Garden room was just brilliant, couldn't reccomend this enough. The service was also fantastic. We wouldn't hesitate coming back. It's great to support a park that actually care about the animals and use the money to better not only captive animals lives, but also animals in the wild. So refreshing to see a company doing the right thing for once. One thing to note, it is VERY hilly, so having a push chair was a work out for us with steep hills etc. we were pretty shattered at the end of the day, but little one loved it!

Rhino lodge. Where to start? Staff were great checking in, we were chauffeured to our lodge by a very knowledgeable young man who was extremely chatty. The lodge was clean, everything had been thought of, like toiletries, some snacks and drinks. There were even robes and slippers for us all to use. To our children's delight there were Rhinos by the fence in the paddock so they were straight out to see them. Next stop was the safari, the guide knew everything there was to know and shared so much information. Dinner at Babydolls was excellent. We had a fire pit in the garden and marshmallows had been lift in the lodge with sticks for us. This was a lovely touch! Breakfast in the garden room was beyond expectations, the food was incredible. The highlight of our stay for the kids was our golf buggy and being able to go round the zoo after closing time and early in the morning with no crowds. Not a cheap 24 hours, but one we'll never forget!

Stayed earlier this week in a Treehouse with our two children. Accommodation was nice, clean and use of the buggy was great to get around the park. Highlights were of course the animals and the safari - a really well executed tour and v knowledgeable guide. Accommodation as mentioned was also very nice. However - for the pricing of a stay at half term and the pricing for snacks and meals it left a lot to be desired. From the moment we arrived at the concierge desk to check in we felt many of the staff didn't want to be there. We overheard conversations about people not turning up for work and some negative facial expressions. The restaurant in the afternoon was understaffed as it appeared some staff were ill (which can't be helped) however we waited about an hour and a half for food and it was only pizza and some chips. Again, we felt sorry for the people in the restaurant as they were swept off their feet and couldn't keep up with demand. We'd also like to note that the fountain outside needs a cover or barrier as a young toddler fell into this whilst we were eating and it could have been very dangerous had the parents not been on guard. Further, evening meal in mansion - for the price average and again it felt like the Waitrose/waitresses were not attentive enough - no checking in to see if our food was up to scratch or refills on table water. Just distinctly average again. I'm being honest, I feel like it's important for these areas to improve and have the attention for detail necessary when it comes to hospitality - this place ain't cheap! Cheers Mike and family.

Fabulous safari park with a lot to see in a beautiful landscape. The rooms were amazing - our treehouse wasn't in a tree, but above the treeline with grand views over the park and the the landscape beyond, all the way to the sea. The steps are steep, but once you are up there the accommodation doesn't disappoint. The park itself has a lot to offer for all the family, with driven safari-style tours, self-drive golf buggies or walking. Staff is very friendly and helpful, and facilities of a high standard. The animals are impressive, and the conservation ethos and sheer space of the park sets it above normal zoo experiences. It's not cheap but still a great day out and highly recommended.

We visited Port Lympne Safari for the first time in several years, and it was just as magical as we remembered! A special shout-out to a couple of standout experiences: Ed, our safari driver, was fantastic — incredibly knowledgeable and full of fun facts about the animals and where to find them in the wild. He also had a great eye for spotting the hidden critters around the park, which made the drive even more exciting. Ella, our host for the birthday cream tea at the Manor House, was amazing. Attentive and friendly, she even introduced us to some incredible teas we’d never tried before. The food was perfect, and her service really added an extra special touch to the day. Big thanks to the team at Port Lympne — these personal touches made our visit truly memorable!

Gorgeous accommodation, delicious food - feels like a luxury stay but with the kids fully accommodated for - we love coming here. The enclosures are huge and the animals are so well cared for. Each time we’ve been we get such unique interactions with the animals that you just don’t get at a normal zoo. The animals come up so close and are playful

Ethical and beautiful. The hike trail is amazing but if you take the bus tour a giraffe can come right up to the bus! The bus has no windows so it could probably reach its head through! If you're not up for that the hike is better. The only thing is there are a couple animals where you can't get your hopes up about seeing them... the tapirs are always hiding and so are most of the smaller cats. But that doesn't take off a star! It can actually be more fun for kids to stop for a minute and look for them! You can make it a game!!! It's a wonderful place to visit!

Port Lympne reserve is a amazing place to see animals in vast open spaces and I do highly recommend to anyone that particularly wants to see a rhino in a large open area or deer type animals but if you are expecting to see penguins, elephants, lemurs etc then this is the zoo for you. Also the zoo is so vast you cant really walk it as some areas are just for the safari truck tours. However you can easily walk to the gorilla viewing area and pass the rhino area by foot and some wild cats. You can also get to the dinosaur park easily on foot and the dinosaur park is a must to do. Ok you say its just plastic dinosaurs but they are so well done and gives you a real scale of how big a dinosaur was and there are so many dinosaurs even some I have never heard of so I highly recommend anyone to go and see these amazing plastic dinosaurs so interesting. The best I have ever seen however it might be a good idea if they could add some dinosaur noise throughout the woods via speakers. So if you want to go on a mini safari, see rhinos or deer type animals or even have a stay with a difference in a tent or tree house then I highly recommend to go along to Port Lympne.

A great day out for the family. Situated in the grounds of Port Lympnes' 600 acres in Kent. The opportunity to take an African Safari Experience to drive around the park to see some of the animals roaming freely. Some of the park can be accessed by walking, but this can be quite exhausting for some people. There are 90 different species of animal here, many of which have appeared on BBC TVs Roar programme, that was filmed here. There is a mansion and gardens, restaurants, play & picnic areas, with toilets and kiosks located throughout the park.

Nice wildlife park but very very big so if you're unsure of foot then I suggest you use one of the loan wheelchairs. However the terrain is quite bumpy and hilly sometimes so make sure you have a strong carer. Free entry for carer, good disabled facilities and good parking. The usual animals roaming around and a great day out, warning that there's not much shelter around the park if it's raining. Good cafe,

This is our favourite zoo in the UK. My wife & I even got married in the mansion! Our kids always enjoy a trip here, but you have to get the weather right as generally the animals aren't 'locked out' like other zoos so you may see very little.

I've been a regular-ish visitor to Port Lympne for most of my life as we have family in Kent. It's an excellent day out for all ages and is extremely well set-up and organised. Taking a picnic works well and there are plenty of areas set aside for having lunch. Port Lympne is famous for all its primates, particularly its gorillas which provide hours of entertainment. The feeding times for all animals are well advertised so you can plan your day accordingly. They have recently introduced a new safari truck/train which takes people around some of the outer fields. To be honest, the only thing we thought it offered was a chance to see the giraffes in more detail, so unless you find it difficult to get around, I'd skip it (and the extra cost) and walk it insetad. It is pretty expensive but you get lots of bang for your buck (or beasts for your buck) and you are supporting some excellent conservation work. As you can imagine, it gets very busy in the holidays. Reduced prices are available in the winter.

what a lovely day outi go usually once a year. I always have a great day. I own a pub not far away and i always send people in that direction if asked where to visit. Its a great day out for all the family and not only that, there is now a walk through section where lemars walk up to you. Kids love it. I love it! lol. worth the money just maybe take some sandwiches. I normally take a picnic and they don't mind that. Lots of picnic areas. Make sure you see the rhino's first as well. They are to your left as you go in, they close in the afternoon and it is a shame to miss them.

great day out for the whole family, come and spend the whole day here. Fairly expensive, but a large proportion of what you pay goes to valuable conservation work and therefore its worthwhile as there is so much for the family to see and do. Loads of really fun events here all year round so subscribe to their newsletter to keep up to date. they also have a lovely venue for weddings in the mansion house with fabulous views and amazing interior decor for a truely one off event

A fabulous day out for the whole family. Set on the hillside looking out across the marsh to the channel, it offers the chance to see the famous conservation work in place. The park does cover a large area, so it can be quite tiring - there are plenty of places to stop if you wish though.The african safari can take away some of the leg work and allow you to see the large animals roaming free. Although a little expensive it will fill your whole day and there are seasonal offers in the local papers and advertising leaflets

Set in the Kent countryside near Folkestone in Kent, Port Lympne is the sister park to Howletts and run in exactly the same way with conservation in mind and return of animals to the wild. Where Howletts is largely flat, this park is undulating to say the least, and pushing a pram can be hard work up and down the hills. The Gorilla enclosure is a lot of fun. Take a picnic and avoid the cost of lunch in the cafe. Look out for discounted deals for enrty tickets.

Prices are quite expensive (about £12 for adults) But there is enough to see here to last you all day. There is a wide variety of animals on show with some nice woodland walks. It can get quite busy but it covers such a huge area that this isn't really an issue. There are also some nice gardens to walk through with some great views of the marsh.