Size
Up to 190kg & 2.1m long
African Lion
Panthera leo
Our lion legacy
Lions were first introduced to Longleat in 1966, establishing the first Drive-Through Safari experience outside Africa. More than 50 years on and lions still roam. Spot each of the two prides on your travels through the safari.
Sleeping lions
Lions sleep for up to 20 hours a day – not dissimilar from their domestic counterparts. This conserves vital energy for hunting, which is usually done at night so they can more easily creep up on prey.
Did you know?
Lion roars can be heard up to 8km away. And the whole pride often roars together.
VIP Lion Experiences
One in a lifetime up close opportunities with our African lions
Lions can be found in the Drive-Through Safari
Wind up your windows. Hide all the sandwiches. You’re going on a safari tour that’s wilder, furrier and growlier than you ever dared imagine.
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