Birds of Eden — Attraction in George

Nature lovers, This place is amazing! From start to finish, our time there was thoroughly enjoyable and memorable. I highly recommend purchasing the identification guide—it's definitely worth it.

Walking through the aviary was a truly incredible experience. The melodic sound of the diverse bird species made us feel as if we were strolling through a lush forest.

What struck us most was how some of the birds were comfortable approaching visitors. Their familiar presence added an extra touch of wonder and excitement to the experience.

The aviary offers combo packages, and we decided to purchase one. Let me tell you, it was worth every penny. The variety of species and the size of the aviary exceeded our expectations. The birds we encountered were absolutely stunning, and it was evident that they were well cared for. The friendly staff eagerly provided us with information and assistance, enhancing our visit even more.

I cannot recommend this place enough. It's larger than it appears, and it houses an array of extraordinarily beautiful birds. The attention to detail in maintaining this sanctuary is commendable. The staff's friendliness and passion for the birds further contributed to our fantastic visit.

I will be sure to recommend this aviary to everyone I know. If you have the opportunity, make a trip to this place—it's an unforgettable experience that will leave you in awe of nature's exquisite creations.

Overall, my rating for this aviary is a resounding 5 out of 5 stars. Don't miss out on this gem of a...

This is an excellent place to visit. It is huge and so beautifully and cleverly laid out with a river running through it and lovely feeling of space. Its R260 or slightly cheaper if you do a combo with monkey land. There are two small cafes as you near the end by the water birds. I had a nice coffee at the last cafe. I spent several hours at Birds of Eden and I loved it. If you are an avid bird watcher bring your binoculars too. I also saw a blue duiker when sitting quietly watching a golden pheasant. I highly recommend the id book as it helped alot as many of the birds are rescued exotics and its so interesting to learn more about these international birds. If you sit quietly by the bird feeders you can see alot of birds up close. The birds are so lovely to watch and there are benches throughout in which you can sit and spend more time watching. I enjoyed these spots for also looking further away too at different birds with my binoculars. I had an unfortunate encounter with an aggressive female eclectus parrot who chased the family in front of me by biting their feet on the boardwalk and then attached itself to my finger when I tried to get past. I think this is unusual however and the staff said they were going to do...

Expect a Jurassic Park experience, but without the dinosaurs. It’s quite impressive with the numerous bird species that have the freedom to fly within such a large enclosure—one of the biggest in the world. I recommend purchasing the species identification guide for an additional R20. The walkways are sturdy and safe, with benches available for resting if needed. Unfortunately, the pathways are not wheelchair-friendly unless you're prepared for a rugged journey.

Take your time, and don’t rush; let others pass who may be in a hurry. To make the most of your visit, allow yourself between one and two hours for a self-guided tour. The amphitheater was closed during our visit, probably due to maintenance upgrades. There is a restaurant near the exit, so you’ll need to complete the route to be able to enjoy it.

If you’re a serious birdwatcher, I recommend avoiding visits during peak holiday seasons and weekends, as it can get quite crowded—but the birds won’t mind! Overall, it was a very enjoyable experience. I suggest that management consider offering overnight accommodations in a jungle-style setting; it would be unforgettable to wake up with all those birds greeting the dawn. Don’t forget to spot the flying fox—you might...