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🦒Africa Alive!
Africa Alive! is a family-friendly zoo and wildlife park located in Kessingland, Suffolk, home to over 80 species of African animals. Highlights include walk-through lemur and wallaby enclosures, giraffe feeding experiences, and a large pride of lions. The park features spacious enclosures designed to mimic natural habitats, with opportunities to see rhinos, zebras, meerkats, and cheetahs.
Ideal for families with children of all ages, the park offers a soft play area, adventure playground, and daily keeper talks and animal encounters. Facilities include picnic areas, a restaurant serving hot meals and snacks, and gift shops. Pushchairs are welcome, and the site is mostly accessible with some uneven paths.
- Walk-through lemur and wallaby enclosures
- Giraffe feeding platform (extra charge)
- Animal encounters and keeper talks
- Adventure playground and soft play
- On-site dining and picnic spots
Practical tip: The park is primarily outdoor, so dress for the weather. Allow at least 3-4 hours for a full visit. Tickets can be booked online in advance to save time.
Travel tips
Book tickets online in advance
Purchase tickets on the website before your visit to skip queues at the gate and save time, especially during school holidays.
Allow 3-4 hours minimum
Plan for at least 3-4 hours to see the main attractions without rushing, longer if you want to watch keeper talks and animal encounters.
Dress for outdoor weather
The park is entirely outdoors. Bring waterproofs for rain, sunscreen and hats for sunny days, and warm layers for cooler months.
Pushchairs are welcome
Bring a buggy for younger children, though be aware some paths are uneven so all-terrain wheels may be more comfortable.
Pack picnic supplies
Bring packed snacks and drinks alongside the on-site restaurant to save money and have flexibility when hungry little ones need feeding.
Giraffe feeding costs extra
The giraffe feeding experience is a popular highlight but requires an additional fee beyond park admission, so budget accordingly.
Check keeper talk times
Ring ahead or check the website for daily keeper talk schedules so you can plan your route and not miss the animal encounters.
Soft play and playground included
The soft play area and adventure playground are free with admission, great for letting children burn energy between animal viewing areas.
Some paths are uneven
Not all areas are flat or paved, so wear sturdy shoes with good grip and allow extra time if mobility is a concern.
Bring spare clothes for littlest ones
Little ones may get muddy on outdoor paths or have accidents, so spare clothes are worth packing despite the outdoor setting.
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