"Here man is caged, and the monkeys roam freely"

About us

The centre's aim is to provide refuge and rehabilitation for displaced primates in naturalistic created habitats, to increase awareness of primate habitat destruction and to contribute to the conservation of primates of the world.

A memorable interaction with exotic monkeys from the rain forests of Africa and the Amazons awaits you at Monkey Town near Cape Town, South Africa. As a primate sanctuary, tourism destination and wildlife conservation centre, it is one family outing that you will not forget.

You will marvel at the 25 different primate species at Monkey Town - lemurs of Madagascar, Old World monkeys from Africa and Asia New World monkeys from South and Central America and chimpanzees.

Many of the monkeys are rare and endangered. They are intriguing to observe - from their weird and wonderful facial expressions to their exquisite fur coats to their agile antics.

The covered walk-ways run like tunnels through the leafy garden park and from here visitors watch the monkeys roam freely. You may even touch and interact with some of the tame ones. Here man is caged and the monkeys free - the magic world of a monkey paradise you've just got to see.

Afterwards you may relax in lush, natural surroundings on the wooden deck next to the restaurant serving light meals and refreshments - an apt ending to an educational family or tourist outing - knowing that your visit has contributed to the conservation of rare, exotic and endangered monkey species. After all, humans belong to the same order of Primates!

About the monkeys

All the primates at Monkey Town were bred in captivity. Some had been lonely pets to people who kept them mostly in cages. At Monkey Town they are reintroduced to members of their own species and eventually become part of family groups.

Your visit will naturally contribute to the continuation of this primate haven. And if you would like to become involved, why not join the 'Friends of Monkey Town' by either adopting a monkey or by taking up membership? You will be sent a regular newsletter with the latest news of new arrivals, new babies and happenings at the centre.

For more information, visit our website

What we offer:

• Guided tours
• Feeding time talks
• Interaction with tame monkeys under supervision of a guide. Times 09h00 - 12h00 and 14h00 - 17h00 only. (children must be 12 years or older)
• Children's touch farm yard and jungle gym
• Macaws, water fowl and small antelope
• A programme for schools - prior booking
• Educational displays
• Membership and an adopt-a-monkey project
• Birthday party facilities
• Restaurant and wooden deck perfect for a relaxing meal.

Feeding times at monkey town:
 

11:30 - Lemurs
12:30 - Forest Feed
13:00 - Chimpanzees
14:30 - Hamadryas Baboons