# Africa Alive, Lowestoft — Reviews & Opening Hours > Rated 4.4/5 from 4,102 Google reviews. Sprawling, Africa-themed wildlife discovery centre, with 80 species such as rhino, lion and ostrich. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/suffolk/restaurants/africa-alive (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. Zoo # Africa Alive Lowestoft, Suffolk [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=16103994280989897332&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Photo: [Africa Alive](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/118226833625907359471) **In short:** Africa Alive is a zoo in Suffolk, rated 4.4 out of 5 from 4,102 Google reviews, with a 5/5 food hygiene rating. Details checked 1 September 2026 · source: Google Places Sprawling, Africa-themed wildlife discovery centre, with 80 species such as rhino, lion and ostrich. Summary via Google ## About Africa Alive Africa Alive is a zoo near Lowestoft housing around 80 species of African wildlife including rhinos, lions, giraffes, cheetahs and ostriches. Animals are kept in spacious enclosures. The site offers animal talks and feeding experiences, picnic areas and children's play facilities. The food hygiene rating is 5 out of 5. ## Menu & facilities For the current menu and prices, see [Africa Alive's own website](https://www.zsea.org/reserve?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant-menu). ## Opening hours **Monday** 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM **Tuesday** 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM **Wednesday** 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM **Thursday** 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM **Friday** 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM **Saturday** 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM **Sunday** 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM ## What's nearby - Kessingland Camping & Caravanning Club 150m away Distances as the crow flies, via Google Visitors say this zoo offers a great selection of well-cared-for animals in spacious, clean enclosures, with highlights including rhinos, giraffes, and cheetahs. They also mention the reasonable entrance fees and the availability of engaging animal talks and unique feeding experiences. Guests appreciate the friendly, knowledgeable staff and the ample picnic areas and play facilities for children. Summary via Google ## At a glance **Guest rating** 4.4 / 5 (4,102 reviews) **Good for children** Yes **Food hygiene rating** 5 out of 5 – Very good **Destination** Suffolk Food hygiene rating from the [Food Standards Agency](https://ratings.food.gov.uk/business/1074516). [More restaurants in Suffolk](https://staycation.co.uk/suffolk/restaurants) ★ 4.4 (4,102 reviews) [Visit official website](https://www.zsea.org/reserve?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant) [01953 887771](tel:01953887771) (please mention staycation.co.uk when calling) ### Quick Facts **Destination** Suffolk **Plus Code** 9F43CP72+F7 ### 🏨 Places to stay near Suffolk Hotels, B&Bs and self-catering on Booking.com, with live prices. 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Call Africa Alive on +44 1953 887771. ## More near Africa Alive ### Hotels & B&Bs nearby - [The Coach House Suffolk ★ 4.7 · 2.7 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/lowestoft/hotels/the-coach-house-suffolk) - [Five Bells Inn Wrentham ★ 4.5 · 2.8 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/wrentham/hotels/five-bells-inn-wrentham) - [The Hog Hotel ★ 5.0 · 2.9 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/lowestoft/hotels/the-hog-hotel) - [Tramway hotel ★ 4.3 · 3.1 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/pakefield/hotels/tramway-hotel) ### Holiday cottages nearby - [High Street Apartment 0.5 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/east-suffolk/cottages/high-street-apartment-uk43489) - [Willow Pool House 0.9 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/east-suffolk/cottages/willow-pool-house-30969) - [7 Coastal Cottages 1.0 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/east-suffolk/cottages/7-coastal-cottages-syk934012) - [Coral Cottage 1.1 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/east-suffolk/cottages/coral-cottage-syk1171884) ### Campsites nearby - [White House Beach Caravan and Motorhome Club Site ★ 4.5 · 1.1 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/suffolk/camping/white-house-beach-caravan-and-motorhome-club-site) - [Kessingland Beach Holiday Park ★ 4.2 · 1.2 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/suffolk/camping/kessingland-beach-holiday-park) - [Heathland Beach Holiday Park ★ 4.6 · 1.4 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/suffolk/camping/heathland-beach-holiday-park) - [Heathland Beach Coastal Park ★ 4.6 · 1.4 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/suffolk/camping/heathland-beach-coastal-park) ### Things to do nearby - [Africa Alive! ★ 4.4 · next door](https://staycation.co.uk/lowestoft/attractions/africa-alive) - [Adventure Island Playpark ★ 4.2 · 2.4 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/lowestoft/attractions/adventure-island-playpark) - [East Anglia Transport Museum ★ 4.7 · 2.7 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/lowestoft/attractions/east-anglia-transport-museum) - [Ellough Park Raceway ★ 4.6 · 4.4 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/beccles/attractions/ellough-park-raceway)