Luxury Lodge Stay with Dining and Hand Feeding Experience for Two at The Big Cat Sanctuary
Overview
You’re about to embark on an adventure that most people can only dream of. Journey to the world’s most exotic plains without stepping foot out of the country, with this Luxury Lodge Stay with Dining and Hand Feeding Experience for Two at The Big Cat Sanctuary.
Everything about this experience is truly VIP, from dining on meals cooked by an on-site chef whilst face-to-face with African lions, to hand-feeding the big cats, and spending the night in a luxury lodge surrounded by some of the world’s most magnificent predators. Your next bucket list experience is ready, and it’s one you’ll never forget.
- SKU
- PBCSM2
- Locations
- 1 in the UK
- People
- For 2
- Validity
- 12 Months
- Rating
- 5.0 (9)
What's Included
- Luxury Lodge Stay with Dining and Hand Feeding Experience for Two at The Big Cat Sanctuary
- One night accommodation in a luxury Double Lodge
- Afternoon tea for two with prosecco, overlooking the lion enclosure
- VIP guided tour of the sanctuary with unique activities
- Pre-dinner drinks and a three-course meal, face-to-face with African lions
- Full English breakfast
- Hand-feeding experience
- Experience gift pack including personalised voucher and message card
What happens on the day?
On arrival, you’ll be greeted and shown to your luxury lodge, before heading over to enjoy a sparkling afternoon tea whilst overlooking the lion enclosure.
Enjoy a VIP tour with a Keeper, who’ll introduce you to over 50 cats spanning 15 different species, including Willow and Maya from BBC 2’s ‘Big Cats About the House.’ Take part in a range of unique activities before heading back to your lodge to relax and get ready for your evening meal.
Toast with pre-dinner drinks, before dining on a sumptuous three-course dinner freshly prepared by the on-site chef. You’ll be face-to-face with African lions, with nothing but glass between you – a truly unforgettable dining experience!
Following a peaceful night surrounded by the Big Cats, you’ll be served a delicious full English breakfast before a morning tour with a Keeper, where you’ll get to hand-feed one of the cats. You’ll check out by 11.00, taking home memories that will last a lifetime.
Participant guidelines
- Minimum age: 13 (under 18s must be accompanied by a participating adult)
- Age restrictions on hand feeding is at the discretion of the keeper on the day
- The experience content, equipment used and restrictions may vary
Availability
Your overnight stay is available Monday Wednesday and Thursday. Exclusions may apply.
We recommend you book at least four weeks in advance to ensure that dates are available. All bookings are subject to availability.
Check-in from 14.30 on the day of arrival and check out the following morning by 11.00.
What about insurance?
The centres contracted with us hold public liability insurance. We also hold contingency liability cover. You will not be liable for accidental damage to equipment, except where damage has been caused as a result of recklessness or wilful negligence.
Please ensure you are familiar with the terms and conditions of the experience.
How it works
Customer Reviews
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5
Laura
29/08/2021
The best experience of my life
Absolutely unforgettable experience. Wonderful service from the staff, beautiful food, and the cats... amazing. Would definitely recommend.
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Caz
03/10/2020
Second time and will be going again
This is the second time we have been on an overnight stay at The Big Cat Sanctuary. It is simply a magical place and worth every penny. Nothing is too much trouble for the staff, and the keepers clearly love and are passionate about what they are doing. The accommodation is high class, the food made on site, fresh and fantastic and the big cat hand feeds and tours of the site are out of this world. If you are thinking about it, go for it!!
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Ruth
02/10/2020
Amazing big cat experience
What an amazing couple of days The lodge we stayed in was beautiful, cosy and warm The staff couldn’t do enough for you And the cats.... well Devine! So well kept, happy and stunning Oh and the food provided by the sanctuary.... oh my ... simply yummy!
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5
Hannah and Jack
20/08/2020
Luxury lodge stay
What an amazing experience...we were able to get so close to the cats and the staff were very attentive and welcoming. The food was delicious, getting to watch the lions as we eat was a bonus and lodge was a lovely size with beautiful design. The whole experience was better than we could imagine and would recommend this to anyone!
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5
K. Waddle
20/08/2020
Highly recommend
Would highly recommend this experience. Even non animal lovers out there need to have this experience at one time in their life!! Thoroughly enjoyed it and will save up to go again!!
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Vicky
14/08/2020
Wish fulfilled!
I’ve always had an affinity for cars, especially tigers, so getting close to one was an absolute dream come true. The staff are knowledgeable and really friendly, the lodge was beautiful, and the cats were amazing. The only thing that let it down was the food unfortunately (overcooked duck, salty potatoes, burnt bacon and meatless sausages). Not enough of a reason to stay away but felt I had to mention it. I didn’t complain at the time cause everyone was so lovely, it felt mean to do so.
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5
Jax M
21/02/2020
Absolutely Amazing!
Even better than you could ever imagine. Unforgettable! Massive wow factor! You get up close and personal with some of the worlds most magnificent predators who gently take food from your hand. The lodges are 5star, food is delicious and the staff are really friendly and want you to have a great experience. Great present or treat for yourselves.
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Jackie
28/11/2019
"ROAR"
Loved every minute of this stay. The staff brilliant !! The lodge brilliant !! Food very tasty and the cats, "AMAZING" and well cared for !! Even though it was showery, it did not put a dampener on the whole experience! !
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Kyle
07/10/2019
Amazing experience, great staff
Very highly recommended. Great experience all round. Staff in particular were fantastic. Minor areas of accommodation which would benefit from improvement. Shower pressure was poor and would benefit from improvement. Bathroom floor a little tired in accommodation.
Locations
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South East
- Smarden, Kent