We are excited to announce that our sister sanctuary in Plettenberg Bay - Jukani Wildlife Sanctuary - is yet again open to the public.
A true wildlife sanctuary
The Hidden Forest Wildlife Sanctuary is a forever home for various wildlife species near Ballito, KwaZulu-Natal. It's mission is to educate and foster greater understanding of wildlife and the threats and challenges they are facing.
Free roaming wildlife
Wild animals establish their own dynamics whether they are social (group) animals or solitary. We care for rescued wildlife and do all we can to give them as natural a life as possible in habitat we have access to.
Support The Hidden Forest Wildlife Sanctuary
You can support our cause by visiting the sanctuary, visiting our shop, volunteering, or donating money or food for the animals to help preserve our sanctuary!
Swap the usual plans for something refreshingly different – FootGolf at The Hidden Forest Wildlife Sanctuary reception site
This isn’t just a kick-around or a casual game – it’s a fun, competitive outdoor challenge set alongside rolling sugar cane fields where skill, precision and a steady foot are put to the test. Line up your shots, navigate the fairways, and aim for the oversized holes as laughter and friendly rivalry take over.
Whether you’re filling time before your tour or extending the day afterwards, FootGolf adds an extra layer of fun to your visit. Bring your friends, gather the family, lace up your tekkies and see who’s got the best game when The Hidden Forest sets the scene.
Award-winning Sanctuaries
The South African Animal Sanctuary Alliance (SAASA) consisting of Monkeyland, Birds of Eden , The Jukani Wildlife Sanctuary and The Hidden Forest Wildlife Sanctuary are winners of the Lilizela Service Excellence Awards - Best Visitor Experience 'Wildlife Encounters'; Skål International Sustainable Tourism Award - Best Major Attraction; winner of the 'Best Animal Welfare Initiative' and overall winner of the World Responsible Tourism Awards.
SAASA continues to receive SKAL International Sustainable Tourism awards being declared the winner of the 2023 award in the category of Major Tourist Attraction for The Hidden Forest Wildlife Sanctuary and winner of the 2024 award in the category of Marine and Land Biodiversity for our Monkeyland Buy A Square Meter campaign.
Additional awards for The Hidden Forest Wildlife Sanctuary
2025:
- LuxLife Award – Best Wildlife Sanctuary – South Africa
- GTE Award for Excellence in Tourism
Book your adventure now!
- Adult ticket: R440
- Children (aged 3 to 12): R220
- Children under 3: Free of charge
- Family ticket (up to 2 adults & 2 children): R1060
*Ticket prices are valid from 1st January - 31st December 2026.
BOOK NOWFor additional information, for groups larger than 10 people or to book a tour for today, please contact us on 032 004 0178.
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DIRECTIONS
The Hidden Forest Wildlife Sanctuary - Dolphin Coast, KwaZulu-Natal
From the N2, take exit 222 for Tinley Manor Beach / Shakaskraal. Head inland towards Shakaskraal and stay on this road for approximately 16kms. After 6kms, at the junction with the R102, cross straight over the R102 towards Glendale. You will find The Hidden Forest Wildlife Sanctuary a little under 10kms further down this road on the left-hand side.