The park is built on a former farmstead and coastal site, utilizing the natural landscape for large animal paddocks.
It maintains a focus on African savanna ecosystems rather than a global mix of species.
The reserve is home to a dedicated lemur enclosure allowing visitors to walk through a habitat populated by these primates.
It participates in the European Endangered Species Programme to support population stability for rare animals.
The site features a significant amount of elevated boardwalks to provide vantage points over the savannah paddocks.
Africa Alive is the sister site to Banham Zoo under the same parent charity organization.
Africa Alive is a 100-acre zoological park located in Kessingland, Suffolk, focused on African wildlife conservation. It operates under the Zoological Society of East Anglia, a registered charity. The site is designed as a walking safari, featuring large-scale enclosures for species like giraffes, lions, and rhinos. Key habitat zones include the 'Plains of Africa', an expansive paddock viewing area. The reserve emphasizes educational programs and participates in international breeding programs for endangered species. Visitors traverse the grounds primarily on foot to view animals across diverse terrains. It serves as both a public attraction and a center for biodiversity research and environmental education.
The raised viewing platforms overlooking the Plains of Africa exhibit.
Wear sturdy walking shoes as the 100-acre site involves significant walking on various terrain.
Check the daily keeper talk schedule upon arrival to time your visit with animal feeding or enrichment sessions.
Bring binoculars for the expansive 'Plains of Africa' area where animals may be at a distance.
Attempting to cover the entire site in under three hours, which leads to missing the further-reaching animal paddocks.
Open daily throughout the year except for Christmas Day and Boxing Day.
Maintain respectful distances from enclosures and refrain from feeding animals; keep noise levels low near habitat viewing windows.
