The Natal Zoo and Lion Park is a combined zoo and drive-through lion park located in Cato Ridge in the eThekwini area of KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa, open daily from 9 AM to 4 PM. The facility houses big cats including African lions, tigers, and a liger, alongside an elephant encounter accessible by vehicle or bicycle. Visitors can enjoy animal interactions such as camel selfies and goat and bunny feeding, as well as a variety of recreational activities including putt putt golf, trampolines, target shooting, a splash pad, quad biking, mountain biking trails, and a golf range. Picnic and braai facilities, jungle gyms, pony rides, and dining options make this a well-rounded family destination suited to visitors of all ages.
