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    Lion Encounter

    132 Reviews
    #3 of 4 things to do in Victoria Falls
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    Nature & Wildlife Areas, Nature & Parks
    165 Courtney Selous Crescent | Mosi-a-Tunya National Park, Victoria Falls, Zambia
    +263 13 44386
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    “Highlight of the trip”

    This was a truly amazing and humbling experience. To be able to touch these magnificent animals... read more

    Reviewed 6 days ago
    Jean162
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    Rochester, New York
    “A great experience and a way to support the lions ”

    This was a fantastic morning walking with the lions, the guides are very friendly and informative... read more

    Reviewed 3 weeks ago
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    Africa's first genuine programme to ethically re-introduce the offspring of rehabilitated captive-bred African lion back into the wild, helping safeguard the future of the king of the beasts.No leashes, no collars, just a natural African wildlife adventure operating in the Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park by Thorntree River Lodge, 10 minutes from Livingstone. Guests will have the unique experience of walking alongside and interacting with the lions as they play, learn to hunt and prepare for release.

    About Lion Encounter

    Africa's first genuine programme to ethically re-introduce the offspring of rehabilitated captive-bred African lion back into the wild, helping safeguard the future of the king of the beasts.No leashes, no collars, just a natural African wildlife adventure operating in the Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park by Thorntree River Lodge, 10 minutes from Livingstone. Guests will have the unique experience of walking alongside and interacting with the lions as they play, learn to hunt and prepare for release.
    4.5
    132 reviews
    • Excellent75%
    • Very good15%
    • Average7%
    • Poor2%
    • Terrible1%
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    “once in a lifetime” (11 reviews)
    “conservation program” (3 reviews)
    “felt very safe” (4 reviews)
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    165 Courtney Selous Crescent | Mosi-a-Tunya National Park, Victoria Falls, Zambia
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    Reviewed 6 days ago
    Highlight of the trip

    This was a truly amazing and humbling experience. To be able to touch these magnificent animals and walk alongside them was just the chance of a lifetime. And knowing that you are contributing to the conservation efforts of the species is the icing on the...More

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    Reviewed 3 weeks ago via mobile
    A great experience and a way to support the lions

    This was a fantastic morning walking with the lions, the guides are very friendly and informative. You are not rushed and there is plenty of opportunities to spend interacting with the lions. There is a dvd you can purchase which is reasonably priced. You also...More

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    Reviewed 2 March 2018
    Highlight of Our Trip

    Once in a lifetime experience. Felt very safe the whole time. The instructors were professional and confident. They have a relationship with the lions and know exactly when to pet them and distract them.Walking and touching the lions was amazing. Everyone who see's one of...More

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    LionEncounterAdmin, General Manager at Lion Encounter, responded to this reviewResponded 9 March 2018

    Thank you for taking the time to review our organisation. We are pleased that you enjoyed the experience.

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    Reviewed 23 February 2018 via mobile
    Walk with the Lions

    What can I say. Great experience not to be missed. The lion cubs were 8 and 13 months old. We were explained all about how to act around the cubs and the guide Liki had a thorough knowledge of animal behaviour. You really felt at...More

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    LionEncounterAdmin, General Manager at Lion Encounter, responded to this reviewResponded 9 March 2018

    Thank you for taking the time to review our organisation, we are pleased to hear that you enjoyed the experience and felt safe.

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    Reviewed 7 January 2018 via mobile
    Brilliant

    We did the walk with lions, was a bit apprehensive at first in case animals were being mistreated, however guide explained that all the lions are released into safe game parks when they are old enough,?where they are protected and then there young are then...More

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    LionEncounterAdmin, General Manager at Lion Encounter, responded to this reviewResponded 9 March 2018

    Thank you for taking the time to review our organisation. We are pleased to hear that you understood about the conservation program too.

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    Reviewed 14 October 2017 via mobile
    Majestic

    This was a wonderful experience and well worth the cost. Went in the morning so it was cooler. The population of lions in Africa are dwindling and only through efforts like this will they not become extinct. Be aware do not buy lion teeth or...More

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    LionEncounterAdmin, General Manager at Lion Encounter, responded to this reviewResponded 9 March 2018

    Thank you for taking the time to review our organisation. We are pleased to hear that you enjoyed the experience and glad that you understood the conservation program. We appreciate you also getting the word out about avoiding buying lion products.

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    Reviewed 17 September 2017
    Walk with Lions!

    We volunteered for a week with Lion Encounter. What an amazing experience. We walked with them of course but also worked their preserve, fed them and helped with tge Lion walk tours. A must do if you visit Vicfalls and like Lions. Also, their target...More

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    LionEncounterAdmin, General Manager at Lion Encounter, responded to this reviewResponded 9 March 2018

    Thank you for taking the time to review our organisation and we are pleased to hear that you enjoyed your time volunteering with us.

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    Reviewed 4 September 2017
    Lion walks!

    Brilliant, if you want to get up close with the animals - quite scary at times as you are just given a stick for protection but amazing at the same time!

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    Reviewed 11 August 2017 via mobile
    Lion Encounter Is A MUST DO!!

    This really was one of those 'this will stay with me forever' experiences. The guides were really knowledgeable, they explained the conservation efforts the they undertake and allowed plenty of time to interact with the lions. I felt safe at all times and the dos...More

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    Reviewed 30 July 2017 via mobile
    You will never get closer to a lion!

    The walk was fascinating and we got great photos. It's a bit pricey for what it is but you will never get another opportunity like this. All the activities in Zambia were expensive so choose wisely.

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    Fernando G
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    Response from janko g | Reviewed this property |
    The entrance fee is $150 for individuals. I think there is no group discount. You should check website. And it is on Zimbabwean side.
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