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African Dawn Bird and Wildlife Sanctuary

23 Reviews

#1 of 1 things to do in Thornhill

Features Animals

Nature & Parks, Nature & Wildlife Areas

Off the R102 | Thornhill, between Jeffreys Bay and Port Elizabeth, Thornhill 6375, South Africa

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“Worth a visit”

Situated half an hour's drive out of Port Elizabeth, this animal sanctuary is definitely worth a... read more

Reviewed 5 July 2017

Mands007

Port Elizabeth, South Africa

“Very nice outing”

African Dawn makes for a very nice outing with the family. A wide variety of birds and animals... read more

Reviewed 3 weeks ago

Chane1993

Welkom, South Africa

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3.5 23 reviews

Excellent45%
Very good21%
Average13%
Poor0%
Terrible21%

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Off the R102 | Thornhill, between Jeffreys Bay and Port Elizabeth, Thornhill 6375, South Africa

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Chane1993

Welkom, South Africa

Reviewed 3 weeks ago via mobile

Very nice outing

African Dawn makes for a very nice outing with the family. A wide variety of birds and animals. Animals are well taken care of.

Date of experience: January 2019

Thank Chane1993

jonathan w

Reviewed 19 May 2018 via mobile

Incredible experience

I volunteered at African Dawn for three months and had the most incredible time. I was only supposed to stay for one month but ended up extending to three! The animals are all well looked after and the staff truly care about the work they...More

Date of experience: January 2018

Thank jonathan w

sincereandreal1995

Plympton, United Kingdom

149

Reviewed 13 March 2018

An oasis for wildlife

If you’re looking for an unforgettable day out, look no further than African Dawn. Whether you’re a wildlife enthusiast, budding photographer, enjoying family time or simply in need of some peaceful respite from everyday life - this little oasis provides a unique outing and experience...More

Date of experience: March 2018

Thank sincereandreal1995

Belinda C

Reviewed 2 February 2018 via mobile

Amazing Sanctuary

I visited AD in October and was there for 2 months, not only is it an amazingly beautiful place the people and managers were all amazing. You can tell that everyone there has a deep rooted love of animals and want nothing but to care...More

Date of experience: October 2017

3 Thank Belinda C

Bex W

Reviewed 2 February 2018

Highly recommend

I spent 3 and a half weeks volunteering here in November last year and had an amazing time. The staff are super friendly and go out of their way to help you. I thought the accommodation was great, with hot showers and great social areas....More

Date of experience: November 2017

3 Thank Bex W

CharlieFuller1

Liverpool, New York

Reviewed 1 February 2018

Incredible sanctuary!

I have volunteered at this center twice now and both times have been incredible. The Staff are always friendly and willing to help with whatever needs to be done. The wide range of animals are very well looked and always put first. As a day...More

Date of experience: October 2017

4 Thank CharlieFuller1

jcampher

Gauteng, South Africa

136

Reviewed 11 January 2018

YOU HAVE TO VISIT THIS SANCTUARY

This place must be on your to-do list when visiting the Eastern Cape. The entire sanctuary has beautiful lawn areas, even inside the aviaries. The birds and animals are looking great, they are well taken care off and the entire sanctuary is clean and healthy....More

Date of experience: December 2017

3 Thank jcampher

Mands007

Port Elizabeth, South Africa

193139

Reviewed 5 July 2017

Worth a visit

Situated half an hour's drive out of Port Elizabeth, this animal sanctuary is definitely worth a visit. For a reasonable entry fee for children and adults, one can see a wide variety of bird species,wild cats such as cheetah, cervals and caracal as well as...More

Date of experience: July 2017

3 Thank Mands007

Shaun_Stell

Stellenbosch, South Africa

14444

Reviewed 19 April 2017 via mobile

Great progress since our last visit

African Dawn has really expanded since our last visit 10 years ago! The grounds are well maintained, despite the drought. The animals are well looked after! Amazing range of birds, many of which I have never come across before. Number of wild cats, including 2...More

Date of experience: April 2017

1 Thank Shaun_Stell

SpeciesSpectrum

Santa Fe, New Mexico

Reviewed 2 December 2016

Magical

I recall African Dawn Bird and Wildlife Sanctuary as a place connected to the earth for both animals and people. It's a wonderful place to volunteer. Be simple, it's not about fine dining or faux 'safari' luxury cabins. This is a real place, with great...More