▪ Hotel pick-up from Alanya, Side and surrounding areas with air-conditioned vehicles
▪ Arrival at the Lion Park located in the Green Canyon area of Manavgat
▪ Safety briefing and introduction by your certified guide
▪ Private time with lion cubs in small groups of up to 6 people
▪ Photo and video session hold lion cubs and take unlimited shots with your own phone
▪ Optional extras: photos with monkeys, snakes and camels (additional charge applies)
▪ Free time in the mini zoo park feed and observe resident animals
▪ Animal feeding: deer, donkey, ostrich, monkey, bear, raccoon and camel
▪ Return transfer to hotels in Alanya, Side and surrounding areas
🟢 Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
🟢 Book now, pay on the tour (Cash on the day • Card & UK bank transfer available before the tour)
🟢 English • German • Polish • Russian
🟢 Pick-up time will be shared via WhatsApp one day before the tour
The Lions Park & Zoo Private Tour is one of the most unforgettable wildlife experiences available from Alanya and Side. Set in the scenic Green Canyon area of Manavgat, this private tour gives you direct, hands-on access to lion cubs and a wide variety of animals in a single well-organized visit.
Unlike standard group zoo visits, this is a private experience limited to small groups of up to 6 people. You hold lion cubs, take your own photos and videos, interact with zoo animals, and leave with memories that are impossible to replicate anywhere else on the Turkish Riviera.
If you are looking for a private lion tour near Alanya or Side with lion cub holding and zoo visit included, this is one of the most complete and ethically run wildlife experiences in the region.
| • Private lion cub experience in groups of up to 6 • Hold lion cubs and take unlimited photos with your own phone • 9 lion cubs born March 2025 • 4 adult lions • 2 young lions • Mini zoo with 20+ animal species including bears, wolves, monkeys and flamingos • Animal feeding: deer, donkey, ostrich, camel, raccoon and more • Located in the scenic Green Canyon of Manavgat • Hotel pick-up and drop-off from Alanya and Side region • Suitable for families, couples and groups • Once-in-a-lifetime wildlife memory |
This tour is ideal for travelers who want more than a standard zoo visit. CertiGo recommends it for families with children, couples looking for something extraordinary, and any guest who wants a hands-on wildlife experience that no beach day or boat trip can replace.
It is especially suitable for guests who say: “We want to do something completely different something the kids will never forget.” The combination of private lion time, unlimited photos, and a full zoo experience makes this one of the most talked-about tours among CertiGo guests.
✓ Field-Tested & Verified by Seda
CertiGo's family and adventure tour specialist with 19 years of experience. Seda personally reviews wildlife experiences to ensure animal welfare standards and guest safety are both met.
| ✅ Included | ❌ Not Included |
| Tour guide throughout the visit Pick-up and drop-off from Alanya & Side area hotels Entrance fee to the zoo park and lion park area Private time with lion cubs (up to 6 people) Unlimited phone photos & videos with lions |
Food and drinks Photo with snake or monkey (10€) Camel safari (10€) Eye-to-eye lion feeding with meat (35€) Pick-up from Belek, Kundu, Lara, Serik, Antalya (+10€/person) |
The Lion Park is home to an impressive and well-maintained collection of lions and wildlife. Here is a full breakdown of the current residents:
| 🦁 9 lion cubs born 02 March 2025 🦁 4 adult lions born 01 February 2019 🦁 2 adult lions born 01 March 2018 🦁 2 young lions born 02 January 2024 Mini zoo animals: Bears • Wolves • Monkeys • Ostriches • Camels • Donkeys • Peacocks • Snakes • Parrots • Rabbits • Goats • Llamas • Flamingos • Turtles • Raccoons • Various bird and chicken species |
The variety of animals means that even after the lion experience, guests spend meaningful time in the zoo section feeding, observing, and photographing animals that are rarely seen this close outside of a wildlife sanctuary.
| • Full safety briefing before any lion interaction • Certified guide present throughout the lion session • Small private groups of up to 6 people never crowded • Comfortable clothing and closed shoes recommended • Suitable for children accompanied by adults • Not recommended for guests with severe animal allergies • Guides assist with phone photos during lion holding • The tour runs during daytime excellent natural lighting for photos |
The lion interaction is designed to be safe, respectful, and memorable. Guides stay with you throughout the experience and help you understand each animal's background and personality. This is not a performance it is a genuine close encounter with nature.
This is one of the highest-value photo tours available from Alanya and Side. Holding a lion cub, feeding a camel, and walking among peacocks and flamingos creates a diverse set of content that stands out from typical holiday reels. For social media and travel content, this tour is extremely difficult to beat.
Free hotel pick-up is available from the following areas: Avsallar, Okurcalar, Turkler, Incekum, Konakli, Cenger, Kestel, Mahmutlar, Alanya, Side, Evrenseki, Colakli, Sorgun, Titreyengol and Gundogdu. Pick-up from Belek, Kundu, Lara, Serik and Antalya city centre is available at an additional charge of 10€ per person.
| • Carefully vetted wildlife experiences animal welfare is a priority • Private groups only never mixed with strangers during the lion session • Clear pre-tour information and WhatsApp communication • Easy booking with pay-on-tour option • Honest advice on whether this tour suits your specific travel group |
| • One of the most unique wildlife experiences in the Alanya & Side region • Hold lion cubs and create memories that no beach day can match • Small private groups personal, never crowded • 20+ animal species across the zoo park • Strong pick-up coverage from Alanya to Side and beyond |
The Lions Park & Zoo Private Tour is the right choice for travelers who want a genuine wildlife encounter near Alanya private, hands-on, and unlike any standard excursion. If you are looking for the most memorable activity of your holiday, this is it.
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