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Safari Ostrich Show Farm

Mossel Bay Road, Oudtshoorn 6620, South Africa
027-44-2727311
Ranked #5 of 14 attractions in Oudtshoorn
4.0 of 5 stars 73 Reviews
Type: Farms
Owner description: Safari Ostrich Farm, established in 1956, welcomes you to the ostrich capitol of the world -Oudtshoorn. Our knowledgeable guides will lead you through... more » Owner description: Safari Ostrich Farm, established in 1956, welcomes you to the ostrich capitol of the world -Oudtshoorn. Our knowledgeable guides will lead you through all aspects of ostrich farming at Safari, where you will be able to see large numbers of these unique and ancient birds. Safari Ostrich Show Farm, is the first show farm in South Africa where the Kenyan Red and Zimbabwe Blue ostriches as well as the local South African breed can be viewed. Experience our fun-filled and interesting guided tour and we will ensure your visit will be an unforgettable one. « less
Useful Information: Activities for young children, Wheelchair access, Baby buggy parking, Activities for older children, Bathroom facilities
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Cape Town Central, South Africa
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4 reviews 4 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2012

We had the best time a the Safari Ostrich Farm. The tour guide was well informed and VERY VERY friendly. WE were a couple from Cape Town and were welcomed very well by Alma from the farm, thank you for making our stay wonderful.

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Billy Engelbrecht, Manager at Safari Ostrich Show Farm, responded to this review
23 May 2012

Thank you for your review ! I am pleased to know you had such a great time whilst visiting Safari Ostrich Show Farm. Our professional guides enlighten the guests to Safari Ostrich Farm about how truely remarkable ostriches are. I hope to see you again in future and will let Alma know how much you enjoyed her tour. Thank you... More

Cornwall
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12 reviews 12 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2012

Unfortunatly we arrived shortly after 'The Cull' so there were not many ostrich's but this did not stop the very enthusiastic guide's passion of the Safari.

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Billy Engelbrecht, Manager at Safari Ostrich Show Farm, responded to this review
21 May 2012

Thank you for your review ! The tour of the farm is developed to make for a interesting and educational experience. The breeding season for ostriches start towards the end of May and then the chicks will be born from August onwards. Safari Ostrich Show Farm is the only show farm where you can see the Kenyan Red and Zimbabwe... More

ST-Hyacinthe
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31 reviews 31 reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2012

with the guide i have learn so much thing about the ostrich congratulation

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Billy Engelbrecht, Manager at Safari Ostrich Show Farm, responded to this review
21 May 2012

Thank you for your review ! Ostriches have many fascinating attributes and one only start to appriciate how unique and special they are when on a guided tour. Safari Ostrich farm is a working breeding ostrich farm. Our knowledgeable guides explain in a fun and informative way all about their special behaviour. Thank you for your visit ! Glad to... More

Cape Town Central, South Africa
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18 reviews 18 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 April 2012

Have a lovely Ostrich egg breakfast in their restaurant...very tasty, and SO cheap! Then take a tour and stand on Ostrich eggs, sit on an Ostrich and even ride one if you are up for it. Enjoyed the experience, and loved the breakfast and staff!

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Billy Engelbrecht, Manager at Safari Ostrich Show Farm, responded to this review
24 April 2012

Thank you for your review ! We have a unique breakfast option which includes ostrich scrambled egg and ostrich sausage - glad you enjoyed the breakfast and the service from our staff. One ostrich egg is equivalent to 24 chicken eggs. To boil an ostrich egg would take more than an hour and you need a big pan to fry... More

Palma de Mallorca
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8 reviews 8 reviews
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6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 April 2012
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Interesting visit with lots of information. Enjoyed learning all about the ostriches and had fun riding one.

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Billy Engelbrecht, Manager at Safari Ostrich Show Farm, responded to this review
17 April 2012

Thank you for your review ! The guided tour must be fun and aslo interesting and therefore I am pleased we gave you the experience we set out to and you had a good time. Ostriches are very interesting animals and our proffesional guides explain in detail about their unique behaviour and fascinating nature. They also try to make the... More

Stourbridge
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11 reviews 11 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 April 2012
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person found this review helpful

You can't go to Oudtshoorn without visiting an ostrich farm! Our hour-long tour was conducted by Daniel who was very informative. Did you know that nowadays most feathers are supplied to the Moulin Rouge in Paris and the Carnival at Rio! Also ostrich plumes went out of fashion with the introduction of the motor car - hats couldn't be worn... More

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Billy Engelbrecht, Manager at Safari Ostrich Show Farm, responded to this review
13 April 2012

Thank you for your review ! Ostriches are very interesting animals. When visiting Oudtshoorn on your holiday one must take the time to visit an Ostrich Show Farm - our knowledgeable guides will lead you through all aspects of ostrich farming at Safari. The industry started over a 100 years ago because of the feather-fashion and now the feathers contribute... More

Cardiff, United Kingdom
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27 reviews 27 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 April 2012

After seeing so many Ostrich during our travels around SA we just had to go and visit them close up. We were given a guide to take us around the reserve who was very knowledgable about the Ostrich and explained facts in great detail. We were able to stroke, hug and even ride an Ostrich which was amazing. We got... More

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Billy Engelbrecht, Manager at Safari Ostrich Show Farm, responded to this review
10 April 2012

Thank you for your review ! I am glad to hear you enjoyed your visit to us and could learn more about these truely unique and ancinet birds. They are very special since they are so different from any other bird or animal. Ostriches dates back to many millions of years ago. Thank you for your visit and feedback. More

LONDON, UK
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24 reviews 24 reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 March 2012

Had lunch at the cafeteria which had a limited menu but never the less there was hot food if you wanted. The tour starts with a video and then a tour round the pens, you can go to the farm itself if you would like but the rest was interesting and my wife got to sit on one of the... More

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Billy Engelbrecht, Manager at Safari Ostrich Show Farm, responded to this review
25 March 2012

Thank you for your review ! I am glad you and your wife had a unforgettable experience whilst visiting us. You are right - ostriches do not stick their heads in the sand, myth. Our Coffee Shop serves a range of light meals from salads and toasted sandwithces to tortila wraps and ostrich steak. The menu is for light melas... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 March 2012 via mobile

Very well informed guides, friendly staff andd stunning food! I'll be back for more!

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Billy Engelbrecht, Manager at Safari Ostrich Show Farm, responded to this review
19 March 2012

Thank you for your review ! The guides at Safari Ostrich Show Farm has a great knowledge of the life cycle of ostriches and we regularly get scientists and vetenarians who specialize in ostrich related research to come and update the guides on ostrich behaviour. We pride ourselves on the quality of Ostrich Fillet that we serve our visitors. We... More

Daventry Northants
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11 reviews 11 reviews
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6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 March 2012

Well worth a visit very interesting & good value.Guides are pleasant & helpful

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Billy Engelbrecht, Manager at Safari Ostrich Show Farm, responded to this review
19 March 2012

Thank you for your review ! I am glad you found the tour fun and inforamtive and enjoyed your visit. We hope to see you agia in future. Thank you for your visit and feedback. More

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