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Join us for one of our educational and fun guided tour & flying demonstrations, where you will have the opportunity to see some of our trained resident birds of prey as they demonstrate their agility and grace in our open air flying area.  We are located at The Heath which offers a variety of shops and restaurant providing a perfect location for a day’s outing. For more information please get in touch.

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Wildlife rescues 

Please leave a WhatsApp message with your name, a photo of the animal in distress and a pin location if we are not able to answer your call immediately. We will get back to you as soon as possible. +27 78 135 3611

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Visit our centre

We are open to the public
Tuesday – Sunday 9:00am – 4:30pm
Closed Mondays

GUIDED TOUR & FLYING DEMONSTRATIONS
Peak season 1 December – 30 April
12:00pm / 2:00pm / 4:00pm
Off peak season 1 May – 30 Nov
12:00pm & 2:00pm

We are open 7 days a week and offer an additional 10:00am guided tour and flying demonstration during school and public holidays. Please book in advance to avoid disappointment.

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Meet our pilots

Our captain

Jackal Buzzard

VALKYRIE
CHARLIE
MEEP
CAPONE
TOMALI

F.A.Q.

Please do not hesitate to get in touch with us should you have any queries. We are available to assist you.
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Why is the bird here?
We provide a refuge and sanctuary for birds of prey that cannot be released due to their circumstances or injuries.
Can we touch/hold the owls and other birds?
We have a strict NO TOUCH policy. Birds of prey & owls do not enjoy being “petted” and this places unnecessary stress on our animals. In addition, the oils transferred from many hands can damage the birds feathers.
What do you feed the birds?
Birds of prey are carnivorous and rely on their hunting abilities for food. In the wild, they primarily prey on small mammals. They may vary their diet with many different types of game and even insects. We feed our birds predominantly with chicken, mice and rats from local free-range suppliers.

Our ambassadors at the centre       

Our Aim at Raptor Rescue Plett is to release as many birds as possible back into the wild. Some birds can, however, not be released due to their circumstances. We provide a sanctuary for these injured and orphaned birds to live in comfort with the best possible care. They act as ambassadors for their species in our educational tours and eco-adventure programmes. Birds that we can’t release but that still require exercise to keep them fit and healthy are flown using falconry techniques during our guided tours allowing the public  to see them up close. We have a strict no touch policy, and although the birds are trained, they are still wild. Please follow your guide’s instructions during the tours.   
Raptor Rescue Plett Mark robson and Black eagle Photo credit Grace Harrison

We prefer to view the flying of our birds as exercise and stimulation for their well-being and don't promote them as "show-birds", there is however one animal that always steels the hearts of our guests, and he happily believes he is strictly there for your entertainment!

DONT FORGET GUSTAV
Raptor Rescue Plett Dream catcher workshops

DREAM CATCHER WORKSHOPS

There is something magical about the process of weaving your own dream catcher. Join us for one of our workshops during which you will learn how to create your own web as well as have the opportunity to see and learn about the birds whose feathers you will be provided with.  All the feathers used in our workshops have been naturally dropped during the bird’s yearly molting cycle. If you are interested in attending a workshop, please join our mailing list for up-to-date notifications.

 

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The Safari Series books
Story by Ian Pletzer, illustrations by Joni-leigh Doran
Raptor Rescue Plett Ingrid Nuss artwork
Birds of the mystical forest
Paper print artwork  by Ingrid Nuss

 

Raptor Rescue Plett Aminatu trade bead jewellery Photo credit Grace Harrison
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Martial Eagle illustration
Paper print artwork by Jo Howell

VISIT US – GUIDED TOUR & FLYING DEMONSTRATIONS

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Open to the public Tues-Sun 9am-4:30pm

Closed Mondays

GUIDED TOUR & FLYING DEMONSTRATIONS

Peak season 1 December – 30 April
12:00pm / 2:00pm / 4:00pm
Off peak season 1 May – 30 Nov
12:00pm & 2:00pm

We are open 7 days a week and offer an additional 10:00am guided tour and flying demonstration during school and public holidays.

Please book in advance to avoid disappointment.

Please note* During off peak season, the centre may be closed to visitors periodically for annual veterinary check-ups and essential maintenance. During these periods, pre-booked tours may still be available.

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Adults R160

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Children (3-12) R100

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12+ and students R140

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Seniors (60+) R140

Where to find us?

THE HEATH PLETTENBERG BAY

Our reviews

Conveniently situated on route to Plett.
We popped in close to closing time and we were the only two visitors booked on the tour at the time. Our own personal tour. It was wonderful to interact with the birds, a unique experience.
Yolanda Komen

What an awesome experience!
Mark is incredible with the birds and very patient with us spectators. He’s brilliant with the kids as well! My fourth visit and I’ll be back next time I pass that way.
Gerard Cannoo

Truly an incredible experience!
Mark’s knowledge and ability to explain the intricacies of these beautiful creatures makes for a genuinely enriching time! Thank you, Edmund and I really enjoyed it!
Lize Van Rooyen

Awesome experience!
This is a beautiful experience with people who truly care about the well-being of the birds; the birds come first. A great experience for kids and parents alike.
Anke Irslinge

What a wonderful place!
My little girl absolutely loves the birds, we have visited many times and will continue to go back. Marc has a special gift with his ability to care for and connect to these amazing birds. Highly recommend! animals!
Jill Mcnamara

Contact us

The Heath, N2 Harkerville, Plettenberg Bay 6600

+27 78 135 3611

+27 73 948 8371

info@raptorrescueplett.co.za