Port Lympne Hotel & Reserve

Port Lympne Hotel & Reserve offers a unique African safari experience in the heart of Kent, England. This 600-acre wildlife reserve is home to over 900 animals including rare and endangered species. Families can choose from extraordinary accommodations including luxury lodges with private viewing decks overlooking the African Experience where rhinos, zebras, and wildebeest roam. The Bear Lodge offers views of European brown bears, while the Giraffe Lodge allows you to breakfast with giraffes at eye level. The reserve offers daily guided safari tours in open-top trucks, ranger-led keeper experiences, and educational talks about conservation efforts. Children will love the adventure playground and discovering the dinosaurs along the Dinosaur Forest trail. The on-site restaurant serves delicious meals with panoramic views of the reserve. This is more than just a zoo visit - it's an immersive wildlife experience that combines luxury accommodation with close encounters with magnificent animals.