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Behind the scenes

LION EXPERIENCE

majestic Royalty of the savannAH

While exploring behind the scenes at the Lions, you will be face to face with one of the world’s deadliest predators.

Each and every day, 7 days a week, all year long in every possible type of weather, Safari Niagara’s devoted Animal Care Team works diligently to ensure our animals receive the best possible care. Join us for a behind-the-scenes tour as keepers explain some of the trials and tribulations facing them on a daily basis as they care for these noble creatures.


While exploring behind the scenes at the Lion exhibit, you will be face to face with one of the world’s deadliest predators. Learn how their physical anatomy contributes to their sheer power and stealth. How they can be so gentle with their offspring yet when in search of food or in danger, become a deadly opponent. Please note: guests do not feed the lions during the Behind-the-Scenes tour.


Keepers will explain the need for sustainable captive populations, how these populations are governed and the importance it has on wild populations.

Unleash your inner lion lover!

meet Kabira

Date of Birth Age Sex
January 3, 2017 6 Female

  • How long have they been at Safari Niagara?

    6 years (Arrived June 2017)

  • Distinguishing Characteristics

    • Larger of the two standard (“tawny”) females

    • Everything is on her time. No one else’s.

  • Favourite Activity

    • Tackling Kiros

a lioness laying on a log looking at the camera at a zoo in niagara falls
a close up of a lioness laying in the grass

meet Kahari

Date of Birth Age Sex
January 3, 2017 6 Female

  • How long have they been at Safari Niagara?

    6 years (Arrived June 2017)

  • Distinguishing Characteristics

    • Smaller of the two standard (“tawny”) females.

    • Smart as a whip (maybe even smarter)

  • Favourite Activity

    • Tackling Kiros

meet Keeya

Date of Birth Age Sex
February 8, 2017 6 Female

  • How long have they been at Safari Niagara?

    6 years (Arrived June 2017)

  • Distinguishing Characteristics

    • White lioness

    • Eyes bluer than the sky.

  • Favourite Activity

    • Tackling Kiros

a white lion laying on its paw on a wooden platform in a safari niagara animal exhibit
a white lion laying on a wooden platform sunbathing with it's eyes closed

meet Kiros

Date of Birth Age Sex
February 13, 2017 6 Male

  • How long have they been at Safari Niagara?

    6 years (Arrived June 2017)

  • Distinguishing Characteristics

    • Only male within the pride.

    • Surprisingly easy-going for being a male lion.

  • Favourite Activity

    • Getting tackled by the lionesses.

PLEASE NOTE

  • Experiences run approximately 35-45 minutes in length
  • Experiences limited to a maximum of six people
  • Minimum age to experience tour is 6 years old.
  • Children must be supervised at all times – they will not be permitted to move about without the parent at arms reach
  • Space is limited and reservations are required to avoid disappointment
  • Payment is due upon booking.

  • Seven (7) day cancellation policy – if a tour is cancelled within seven (7) days of reservation date a refund will NOT be given.
  • Tours run rain or shine
  • Safari Niagara reserves the right to change an experience due to circumstances out of our control such as an animal’s health, exhibit maintenance, etc
  • Photos & video are not permitted at all times of your tour and only allowed at the zookeepers discretion.
  • Photos can be taken outside but not in barn areas
  • Admission to Safari Niagara is an additional cost


WILDLIFE AWAITS YOU

Embark on a captivating journey of connection and wonder as you get to know the animals at Safari Niagara. Prepare to be moved, amazed, and inspired by the fascinating world of wildlife that awaits you. Join us for a behind the scenes tour and let Kabira, Kahari, Keeya and Kiros steal your heart as you stand next to one of the world’s most iconic species.


Have question? Feel free to get in touch or visit our FAQ's!

BOOK YOUR ADVENTURE

Reservations are required 24 hours in advance

Availability
Cost

Daily at 10:00AM


$60           (Admission to Safari Niagara is an additional cost)

BOOK NOW

All guests are to check in at Guest Services (entrance of the park) for their Behind The Scenes Experience at least 1 hour before their booked time.


All Behind The Scenes Experiences will start at exactly the time stated and can not be delayed.

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