World of Birds Wildlife Sanctuary & Monkey Park: Entry Ticket
World of Birds Wildlife Sanctuary & Monkey Park: Entry Ticket
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World of Birds Wildlife Sanctuary & Monkey Park Tickets
World of Birds Wildlife Sanctuary & Monkey Park offers one of Cape Town's most engaging wildlife experiences. This sprawling sanctuary houses over 400 bird species alongside playful monkeys and diverse mammals in naturalistic habitats. You'll walk through spacious aviaries where eagles soar overhead, observe colourful macaws and flamingos, and enter the Monkey Jungle where friendly squirrel monkeys may climb onto your shoulders.
The sanctuary goes beyond birds, featuring enclosures with baboons, marmosets, mongooses and raccoons. Each habitat recreates natural environments, giving you genuine wildlife encounters just 20 minutes from central Cape Town. Educational signage throughout teaches conservation principles, making this an ideal destination for families and wildlife enthusiasts.
Highlights
- Walk among over 400 bird species including eagles, macaws, flamingos and falcons in expansive aviaries
- Enter the Monkey Jungle for close encounters with squirrel monkeys that may climb on you
- Observe diverse mammals including baboons, marmosets, mongooses and raccoons in naturalistic settings
- Enjoy wheelchair-accessible pathways throughout the sanctuary
- Learn about conservation through educational programmes and informative displays
- Relax in shaded picnic areas between animal encounters
Plan Your Visit to World of Birds Wildlife Sanctuary & Monkey Park
The sanctuary opens daily from 9:00am to 5:00pm, giving you ample time to explore every enclosure. Located on Valley Road in Hout Bay, it's easily accessible by car from Cape Town centre. Plan to spend 2-3 hours to see all the animals comfortably. The site offers wheelchair access throughout, picnic areas for breaks, and a gift shop for souvenirs.
Hout Bay provides an excellent base for exploring Cape Town's natural attractions. After visiting the wildlife sanctuary, you might consider taking a Cape Point Peninsula tour to see the dramatic coastline, or venture to Table Mountain via cable car for panoramic city views. The area's proximity to Chapman's Peak Drive also makes it perfect for combining with coastal sightseeing.
Why you'll love it
- Walk through spacious aviaries housing over 400 bird species
- Watch eagles soar overhead in naturalistic free-flight enclosures
- Enter the Monkey Jungle where squirrel monkeys may climb onto you
- See colourful macaws and flamingos at one of Cape Town's top sanctuaries
- Combine birdlife and monkey encounters in a single wildlife visit
What's included
- Admission to World of Birds Wildlife Sanctuary & Monkey Park
- Gratuities for sanctuary staff
- Food and beverages at the sanctuary
- Transport to and from the sanctuary
Good to know
- Opening times
09:00am - 05:00pm 09:00am - 05:00pm 09:00am - 05:00pm 09:00am - 05:00pm 09:00am - 05:00pm 09:00am - 05:00pm 09:00am - 05:00pm
- Know before you go
The attraction is open daily from 9:00am to 5:00pm
Wheelchair access is available throughout the park
Bring your camera for unique wildlife photo opportunities
ID may be required for ticket verification at entry
Allow at least 2–3 hours for a comfortable visit
- Visitor guidelines
Please do not feed or touch the animals unless advised by staff
Children must be supervised at all times
Flash photography is discouraged near the animals
Follow all posted signage and staff instructions
- Cancellation policy
Free cancellation
Where you'll be
Valley Rd, Hout Bay
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