Monday
09:00 - 15:00
Tuesday
09:00 - 15:00
Wednesday
09:00 - 15:00
Thursday
09:00 - 15:00
Friday
09:00 - 15:00
Saturday
09:00 - 16:00
Sunday
10:00 - 16:00
18 July 2026 21:41 local time
Discover Ndlondlo Reptile Park: A Wild Adventure on the Dolphin Coast
Nestled in Sugar Rush Park, Ballito, along KwaZulu-Natal’s stunning Dolphin Coast, Ndlondlo Reptile Park offers an immersive wildlife experience. Open daily this hands‑on sanctuary showcases over 15 indigenous snake species—including black and green mambas, puff adders, and cobras—as well as exotic giants like anacondas, pythons, monitors, bearded dragons, tarantulas and more.
Learn from the Experts
Guided tours run by passionate rangers like Neville and Helen bring you face‑to‑face with reptiles, educating and debunking myths—from venom vs non‑venom distinctions to wildlife first‑aid responses.
Engage, Educate and Explore
Beyond tours, the park offers reptile‑handling courses, snake‑encounter first‑aid training, school programmes, birthday parties, and filming facilitator services.
The onsite Tea Garden and gift shop make it an ideal outing for families, while collectors and filmmakers benefit from breeding and relocation services.
Conservation First
Ndlondlo takes pride in rescuing, rehabilitating and releasing reptiles—a mission visitors support with every ticket purchase —knowing their day out translates directly into wildlife conservation.
A Perfect Day Trip
Part of Sugar Rush Meander, the park complements local attractions like zip‑lining, putt‑putt, spa and cycle trails, making it an ideal stop on any family or tourist itinerary.
G55J+93 Ballito, South Africa