Baby Lion Park

Itinerary

▪ 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

Tour Features

🟢 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

Overview

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.

Highlights

Why Choose CertiGo for This Tour

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.

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What's Included & What's Not

The Lions & Animals You Will Meet

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:

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.

Safety, Comfort & What to Expect

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.

Instagram Value, Tips & Common Mistakes

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.

Tips

• Wear comfortable, closed shoes the zoo terrain can be uneven in places.
• Bring a small bag for personal items and optional snacks or water.
• Charge your phone fully before the tour you will take many photos.
• If you want the eye-to-eye lion feeding experience, budget 35€ extra and book it on the day.
• Morning visits are ideal lion cubs are more active and playful earlier in the day.

Common Mistakes

• Arriving without cash for optional extras like camel safari or snake photos.
• Wearing open sandals or flip-flops not suitable for the zoo grounds.
• Forgetting that food and drinks are not included bring a bottle of water.
• Expecting a large group experience this is designed as a private, small-group interaction.

Pick-Up Coverage Area

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.

Why Book with CertiGo?

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.