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Python Park Mashie Golf Course

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😠 There is no place for zoos in 2020. All you will learn is that it’s ok to imprison innocent animals. Animals are not commodities they are sentient beings that need to be loved and respected. Education comes from learning about animals in their natural environments not in prisons. Watch documentarie... People often mention animals, snakes, great, visit, staff, good, Great, friendly, park, kids,


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Thornpark, East London, 5247, South Africa

Contact

+27 79 864 7912

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4.50 (563 reviews)

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  • 1/5 Roxy G. 6 years ago on Google
    They deserve ZERO stars !! Animals conditions at this place are revolting, they are on their death beds. The poor bears can’t even lift their heads. Do not support this place or any other zoo for that matter , it is a money making business.
    7 people found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 1/5 Leeza B. 4 years ago on Google
    There is no place for zoos in 2020. All you will learn is that it’s ok to imprison innocent animals. Animals are not commodities they are sentient beings that need to be loved and respected. Education comes from learning about animals in their natural environments not in prisons. Watch documentaries.
    7 people found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 2/5 Antonio G. 4 years ago on Google
    It is sad to see what is happening to our zoo. When I was younger I remembered our zoo to being a wonderful and spectacular place to visit. I remembered the animals being well fed and their cages were well maintained. Now these animals are being neglected and their cages are unmaintained. I would love to see change in our zoo. To see the animals happy.
    4 people found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Kobedi β€œKobedi” M. 1 year ago on Google β€’ 98 reviews
    Decent place to see and learn about different snakes. Integrated into a rather friendly golf course. Oh they were willing to let us touch and feel a huge python. Kids will love it. Nice food area as well.

  • 5/5 Daleen H. 4 years ago on Google β€’ 94 reviews
    Very friendly staff and so many snakes to see as well as some surprises. Sunday is a good day to go to see the show. Even get to touch a snake! Young and old enjoyed this outing.

  • 5/5 guiomev1 3 months ago on Google β€’ 8 reviews New
    Definitely worth the visit , great excursion for all ages, make sure to be there for the snake show, Lourens is so informative, you will leave knowing more about reptiles than National Geographic.
    3 people found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 4/5 Rob W. 1 year ago on Google β€’ 76 reviews
    Excellent food and beaufiful music. Snake demo was something I will always remember. Well done young man. Best enjoyment so far on the East Coast

  • 5/5 Thabo N. 4 years ago on Google
    The place is incredible. The adrenaline rush is awesome. I went to service my car in East London and then spent some time there with my friends while waiting for a call from the service. It was a weekday (Friday) , so it was literally just us 3. We had so much fun. We played with the rat snake and the boa constrictor. Oh how I loved it. We had all the time.... No rush. Staff was awesome to us. Unfortunately the pythons were fed. I am DEFINITELY going back again. And R75 for all that exposure is too great.
    2 people found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 * FoReVeR DrEaMiNg *. 4 years ago on Google
    This is 1 of my favourite places to have a sunday breakfast 🌻 Such friendly staff and a great owner. The breakfast is so delicious and the golf course is top notch. πŸ‘πŸ˜πŸ™Œ
    2 people found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Reptile T. 4 years ago on Google
    They have some very good Python and Big as well and the guide is just amazing loved the tour and the lecture that Zanele gave made me fall in love with snakes oh my oh my
    2 people found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 1/5 Takudzwa S. 3 years ago on Google
    No to animals imprisonments
    2 people found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 1/5 Emily M. 4 years ago on Google
    Would literally give 0 stars if I could. Animals do not look cared for and their enclosures are so badly maintained. Honestly disgusting, these animals need to be saved and moved to a better maintained zoo. Please don't take your children to the East London zoo, it is not educational it's just cruel.
    2 people found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 1/5 Funeka G. 4 years ago on Google
    This place needs to be revamped not interesting at all
    2 people found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 4/5 David M. 11 months ago on Google β€’ 26 reviews
    Always a nice experience going here for golf or just a chilled lunch with a great view
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Maureen B. 4 months ago on Google β€’ 38 reviews
    Perfect mashie Golf course!! And a bonus is the huge deck where you can chill with a cold one and yummy meal afterwards! I really recommend this place! Friendly people, lovely vibe!

  • 5/5 Ed R. 3 years ago on Google
    Nice addition to the snake park - good food at the restaurant. Keep it up. And an extra star for communication :)
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Christo Z. 5 years ago on Google
    Friendly service. Sometimes that is as important as the food. The three cheeses pizza I ordered was delicious. The base melts in your mouth, but still strong enough to support a generous amount of cheese. Python park offers a relaxing environment and is fairly priced considering the value of the Rand these days. Cheers
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Belinda C. 3 years ago on Google
    Beautiful countryside feel. The new farmstall has so much potential & I hope people will pay it a visit.
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 3/5 Nathan S. 4 years ago on Google
    Great play area for the kids but you do need to accommodate yourself in terms of a picnic basket as they dont really cater for that. This is however a great way to get the kids outdoors
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 1/5 Kim J. 4 years ago on Google
    This was an awful experience. The place dirty, dirty nappies and plastic. Two animals showed signs of zoochosis. The jaguar ,pacing up and down and the gorilla was sitting swaying from side to side. This is mental frustration from boredom. The benches were broken and paint peeling. The bear just slept and it was 12.30. Could also be zoochosis. The vegetation totally neglected and a kids party with music was starting as we left. Wild animals dont do music πŸ’”πŸ’” I'm going to support close east London zoo group.
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 1/5 Regan M. 4 years ago on Google
    I can only give 1 star, but if i could, i would give ZERO because what this zoo is doing is absolute torture to these animals. They must be let go. and i understand that they just cant let these animals go freely but i feel that something has to be done. either the animals go or better management of them!
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 2/5 Sanelisiwe M. 4 years ago on Google
    The zoo is safe, but the animals are few and they look like they are sick or something like that, they are not exciting like they were before.... Otherwise is a great place freshen your mind and do some activities
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 1/5 Liliana G. 3 years ago on Google
    No more ZOOS or animals in captivity, let them free, where they belong, one day you might suffer the loss of your freedom, and then you will think back and understand how these animals felt! Bless you all that support these voiceless creatures! Greetings from California! PS I wanted to give no stars.
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 4/5 Malixole S. 3 years ago on Google
    The zoo is really trying hard to recover itself to its former glory days. I however noticed that they still need a financial support from the public to assist with the daily operations, especially taking care of the animals.
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 1/5 Solilwela Z. 4 years ago on Google
    It's a jail because animals are living in a confined space
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 1/5 Zak L. 4 years ago on Google
    Animals not looked after
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 1/5 gerrit e. 4 years ago on Google
    A huge disappointment. There is nothing to see. More than half of the cages are empty. I will never go there again. I am sure it will close doors soon.
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 4/5 Joldan W. 4 years ago on Google
    I tell u ,those animals are in a slave camp, rescue team needed
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 1/5 Lutho M. 4 years ago on Google
    It's really downhill now
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Matthew L. 3 years ago on Google
    Service at the caddy shack was exceptional, food was Devine and beers were cold
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Jody D. 1 year ago on Google
    Awesome place, kid loved it, lots of snakes to see, crocodiles, tarantulas and reptiles of all sorts. There is a place to drink and snack and even a fun ride on a"4 wheeler train". People are super friendly, will definitely visit again! Got to see a king cobra up close as well, what a bonus!!
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 4/5 Errol G. 1 year ago on Google
    We had a wonderful game of Golf, scrumptious Golfers Breakfasts.
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Michael J. 1 year ago on Google
    The next Steve Erwin has arrived! Best reptile show I've ever been too.
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Vasti G. 9 months ago on Google
    Really had the BEST experience at the Python park. The people were lovely, warm and welcoming. They were so good with little children and nothing was ever too much effort when it came to entertaining the little ones and educating them about the different reptiles and animals at their touch farmβ™‘
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Luzuko B. 1 year ago on Google β€’ 18 reviews
    Great mashie course in East London. Well maintained. I enjoy playing here with my son!

  • 5/5 Marlene K. 10 months ago on Google β€’ 15 reviews
    A place called home Best food & entertainment ever Everyone loves it here

  • 5/5 Nathan T. 1 month ago on Google β€’ 5 reviews New
    A really fun mashie golf course with 2 of the 9 holes playing across the dam

  • 4/5 Mary S. 4 years ago on Google
    Very scenic park run...with buck and monkeys to keep you company. And at the end you can reward yourself with a nice breakfast. Looking forward to going back...

  • 4/5 John J. 5 years ago on Google
    Awesome time was had, very informative tour and awesome experience for the children

  • 4/5 Naledi N. 4 years ago on Google
    The snake park is an amazing experience! It's fun and entertaining for children and adults. Zanele and Tata Zet are such enthusiastic and friendly staff members who educate you about different species of snakes, spiders and other reptiles. It's R75 for adults, R45 for children. Go face your fears, it's worth it!

  • 5/5 justin v. 3 years ago on Google
    So much fun

  • 5/5 Kevin W. 4 years ago on Google
    Absolutely awesome. Had a great day, if you get the chance take it. Go there, you wont be sorry.

  • 5/5 Mahmudur R. 4 years ago on Google
    Collection of large numbers of snakes. It's scary, but people with stronger heart can enjoy them. Wish to visit again..

  • 5/5 Melanie S. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Great employees, great experiences. Unfortunately, we neglected to give a well-deserved tip and we still regret it very much. Should we be in the area again, we'll make up for it. (Original) Tolle Mitarbeiter, super Erfahrungen. Wir haben leider versΓ€umt, ein verdientes gutes Trinkgeld zu geben und bereuen das bis heute sehr. Sollten wir nochmal in der Gegend sein, holen wir das nach.

  • 5/5 Henrico Du P. 3 years ago on Google
    Helps for situations

  • 5/5 Heinre S. 3 years ago on Google
    Awesome place, big variety of snakes and very informative and passionate owner. A Must go!

  • 5/5 Razia C. 3 years ago on Google
    It was very exciting for kids to see the big snakes live..but myself I am very scared of snakes🀭🀫but my kids were happy

  • 4/5 Momelezi V. 3 years ago on Google
    Could have more reptiles... but generally a great outing for me and my fam there.

  • 4/5 Nangamso M. 3 years ago on Google
    Awesome place to visit with kids, friendly tour guides, good places to learn about snakes.

  • 5/5 Kieran M. 3 years ago on Google
    Very diverse with load for kids to do while adults enjoy a meal and beverages. Nice farm stall that's just opened up with a car wash .

  • 4/5 Sim D. 3 years ago on Google
    May i please get the prices i cant seem to find the website

  • 5/5 paul g. 3 years ago on Google
    Love reptiles

  • 4/5 Billy B. 3 years ago on Google
    Excellent mashie course

  • 5/5 Akona N. 4 years ago on Google
    Best park ever

  • 5/5 GazMan W. 4 years ago on Google
    Great Park run facility

  • 5/5 Ivan P. 4 years ago on Google
    Excellent food and atmosphere

  • 4/5 Alida P. 4 years ago on Google
    Fun activity for the weekend

  • 5/5 Juan S. 4 years ago on Google
    Best food.

  • 5/5 Robyn A. 4 years ago on Google
    Really informative with a huge range of snakes.

  • 5/5 shona m. 4 years ago on Google
    Awesome display of snakes that we dont have here in South africa... and some awesome staff as well very informative

  • 5/5 Antonio R. 4 years ago on Google
    Awesome place, with super friendly and knowledgeable staff. Would recommended

  • 3/5 Sharon H. 4 years ago on Google
    Can only rate from being at the snake park itself, but a long time ago. Todat however, sorry guys have not been there yet. Only drove past there today.

  • 5/5 Lontae D. 4 years ago on Google
    What a lovely place, the staff are super friendly and the enclosures are the best I've seen for these type creatures in a long time, very well looked after.

  • 4/5 Rushmilla B. 4 years ago on Google
    Well run establishment by very passionate reptile lovers. We enjoyed our visit very much.

  • 5/5 Stanley D. 4 years ago on Google
    Great Park Run venue. Need to come back to the rest of the offerings

  • 5/5 Nkazi M. 4 years ago on Google
    Gallop

  • 4/5 Ollie O. 4 years ago on Google
    Well taken care of, nice variety of venomous snakes, clean and friendly staff. Able to handle some snakes, my favorite part of the visit.

  • 5/5 rico F. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Highly recommended (Original) Sehr empfehlenswert

  • 5/5 Ryan N. 4 years ago on Google
    Great mashie course

  • 5/5 Jessica P. 4 years ago on Google
    Thumbs up.

  • 4/5 Leon M. 4 years ago on Google
    Awesome

  • 3/5 Anna A. 4 years ago on Google
    Nothing much on offer for vegans

  • 5/5 Nancy L. 4 years ago on Google
    love it and food very good

  • 5/5 johan t. 4 years ago on Google
    Food cheap alcohol very expensive

  • 1/5 Olwethu M. 4 years ago on Google
    Never went there

  • 5/5 vutomi v. 4 years ago on Google
    Great place

  • 5/5 Wardiya E. 5 years ago on Google
    This is the perfect place for little kids and families. You do need loads of time to truly enjoy it.

  • 3/5 Sis Pumzile M. 3 years ago on Google
    Some animals on the notice board are not at the Zoo

  • 3/5 Mandla K. 3 years ago on Google
    Currently closed

  • 4/5 Sibani G. 3 years ago on Google
    Nature of life

  • 3/5 Adan A. 3 years ago on Google
    Just i6 veiw part of earth located in east south Africa nothing makes more change in the world world

  • 2/5 Maria J C. 4 years ago on Google
    Don't dislike the place animals look well fed but the park itself is in a bad condition long grass and bushes not been cut all though there is beautiful plants

  • 1/5 Deana B. 4 years ago on Google
    The conditions the poor animals are living in, was heartbreaking. That place needs an upgrade as well as better care for the animals.

  • 5/5 kate c. 4 years ago on Google
    Was fantastic

  • 3/5 Bulelani M. 4 years ago on Google
    There was tour guide at the time, so we had to walk around alone... Not cool

  • 1/5 Chwayitisa B. 4 years ago on Google
    Unhealthy and hazardous conditions for animals. Deteriating infrastructure and sick animals

  • 1/5 shaun T. 4 years ago on Google
    Sad it has gone so backwards

  • 2/5 Cynthia N. 4 years ago on Google
    Not enough animals, as expected.Not much to see but empty cages.

  • 1/5 Mohamed P. 4 years ago on Google
    Very few animal, filthy place, high price, broker cages.

  • 1/5 Azinda E. 4 years ago on Google
    Its horrible!!! Can't believe south Africa's zoo's looks so horrible!! People should be ashamed of themselves...!! Those animals deserve beter

  • 1/5 Henry F. 4 years ago on Google
    Such a waste of money I feel so sorry for those animals. The place is dirty and such a mess. The shop/restaurant is pathetic. No1 should ever go there

  • 3/5 Samson M. 4 years ago on Google
    Friendly staff, lots of wild life toi explore, very accessible in CBD.

  • 2/5 tim n. 4 years ago on Google
    No longer what it used to be.

  • 5/5 Blackvanilla M. 4 years ago on Google
    Greatest place I visited ever

  • 5/5 bongani d. 4 years ago on Google
    Short of animals

  • 2/5 Phumeza M. 4 years ago on Google
    It is very dirty . Even the animals there are not health . Only playing grounds that attracted my children .

  • 1/5 vergil g. 4 years ago on Google
    The place is been known for its bad treatment against animals

  • 4/5 Aderito M. 4 years ago on Google
    Building man i need the job

  • 3/5 Carrie F. 4 years ago on Google
    Would have been great but animals looked unhappy

  • 5/5 mfundo N. 4 years ago on Google
    Had a great time with my family

  • 5/5 Rohit Singh B. 4 years ago on Google
    For place for kids for fun and to explore wild animals

  • 3/5 Al. Z S. 4 years ago on Google
    It's OK

  • 4/5 Lugo B. 4 years ago on Google
    Food is great

  • 5/5 Di V. 2 years ago on Google
    It was truly beautiful so relaxing there. Breakfast was delicious and presented beautifully .If I lived in East London I would frequent it often .

  • 5/5 Blake A. 3 years ago on Google
    Wonderful location to get out of town and see some snakes with have some good pub food at the caddy shack

  • 5/5 Chantelle O. 2 years ago on Google
    Very nice best experience ever

  • 5/5 Alicia N. 2 years ago on Google
    Great place for a family outing

  • 5/5 Mario R. 2 years ago on Google
    I must say the two gentlemen that gave us such a warm welcome must get more than 5 stars!

  • 5/5 Desiree L. 3 years ago on Google
    We went to the snake park. Love going there. Juan is always so willing to talk to us about the reptiles. We always leave there with so much information and feel that we really got more than our money's worth. Get to hold a non venomous snake and snap away merrily. Highly recommend a visit to this wonderful park.

  • 5/5 Lwando M. 1 year ago on Google
    Very informative visit. Friendly staff. You can ask to hold the snakes and take πŸ“Έ

  • 3/5 Sarel Van B. 2 years ago on Google
    Tense feeling if you are alone or just 2 people. Lighting is to bright. No music outside area. No warning that kitchen has closed early. Bar staff efficient and friendly. They dont stock Olof Berg brandy.

  • 5/5 Dylan Dylan D. 1 year ago on Google
    Attended my nieces 6yr old birthday party hosted there. The kids loved it. The adults loved. The staff were fantastic.

  • 5/5 Mahmoud M. 1 year ago on Google
    Great experience, me & my family enjoyed it very much β˜†β˜†β˜†β˜†β˜†

  • 4/5 Zane G. 1 year ago on Google
    Great family outing and interaction with the animals.

  • 5/5 Des H. 1 year ago on Google
    Great service and beautifully laid out surroundings.

  • 4/5 Ronald K. 1 year ago on Google
    Life experience. Also pick up some of the nicest dry wors at the little shop. Going back for more

  • 5/5 Lorraine C. 1 year ago on Google
    Such a lovely evening at caddyshack tonight. The perfect mix of good food, good company and a relaxed environment.

  • 5/5 Marjorie S. 1 year ago on Google
    Breakfasts are excellent! Beautiful views . Neat lawns .

  • 5/5 Stephan F. 1 year ago on Google
    Brilliant facility! Excellent knowledge, great collection of reptiles! A definite must visit!

  • 4/5 Ashton B. 1 year ago on Google
    The price to play the course as well as the condition is very good. For a golfer starting out it's very good.

  • 5/5 Taryn S. 1 year ago on Google
    Cool place, we got to hold some snakes and learned a lot too

  • 5/5 Mark R. 1 year ago on Google
    The restaurant has a substantial menu with good portion sizes. Golf course nice and challenging. Excellent views over nature.

  • 5/5 Pranav S. 11 months ago on Google
    Went to the Venom pit in East London today. Couldn't believe how amazing, welcoming, and receptive the staff were!! Very passionate group of people. They went above and beyond to accommodate us. I learnt so much from them. Would highly recommend a visit by anyone passing through. Can't wait to come back!! Thank you guys for such an incredible experience!! ❀️

  • 5/5 Rosaline S. 4 months ago on Google β€’ 1 review
    Louwrens was an awesome guide. We came late. Just before they closed. But he had lots of patience with us and shared so much information and myths about snakes. It felt awesome handling one of the snakes. I definitely recommend this gem for a family outing.
    2 people found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Jacques T. 3 months ago on Google β€’ 2 reviews New
    Wow, definately worth taking a trip to Python Park. Just make sure you are there for the demonstration. The snake handler was brilliant, had so much information about the different species of snakes. My son and daughter really enjoyed the demonstration.
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘


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