Emerald Resort & Casino is home to some of the most exciting experiences and escapes across the province, from water fun to padel on the court and animal encounters alike.
The popular Animal World Game Park & Zoo is the perfect outing for the entire family, taking you on the ultimate wildlife adventure.
What to do at Animal World
At Animal World Game Park & Zoo, guests can encounter many different species of animals, birds and reptiles from hippos to flamingos, iguanas and antelope, monkeys, lions, snakes and many more.
There are also educational talks that animal lovers are free to attend at 12.30pm on Saturdays, Sundays and Public Holidays at the Animal World Amphitheatre. Trained team members host interactive talks to educate visitors on various aspects of the Zoo and its animals.
Be sure to enquire about space for the educational talks in advance.
Trick or Treat Halloween
The gates to Animal World’s mysterious Family Manor are opening for one unforgettable night in October.
Strange creatures have escaped, Wednesday has hidden clues and Thing needs your help to complete a series of spooktacular challenges.
Whether you are brave enough to follow Wednesday, clever enough to solve the animal mysteries or simply ready for an evening of fun, the Family Trick-or-Treat Adventure has something waiting around every corner.
Children can collect a Trick-or-Treat Passport and visit treat stations throughout the Zoo, tackle themed games and challenges, brave the Kids’ Spooky House, get creative with craft activities and enjoy the playground.
The entertainment continues with a magic show, character meet-and-greets, music and a photo booth, with photographs available to purchase. Guests aged 10 and older can venture into the Forbidden Forest: The Aftermath.
Food, drinks, a beer garden and a sweet stall will be available throughout the evening. Come dressed up for a chance to win a prize in one of four categories: Best Addams Family Character, Best Animal-Inspired Costume, Creepiest Creature and Best-Dressed Family.
Cost: R140 per adult, including Zoo entry and the Forbidden Forest walk. R110 per child, including the kids’ games and Trick-or-Treat experience | Book via Webtickets
When: Friday, 30 October 2026 from 6pm to 10pm
Where: Emerald Resort and Casino, 777 Frikkie Meyer Blvd, Vanderbijlpark
How to visit
Cost: From R70 per adult; from R50 per kid u/12; from R50 per pensioner | Animal World Zoo PLUS Game Drive: From R120 per adult; from R90 per kid u/12 and pensioner.
When: Open daily from 9am to 4pm
Where: Emerald Resort Animal World, 777 Frikkie Meyer Blvd, Vanderbijlpark
Website: tsogosun.com/casino/animal-world-emerald
Email: [email protected]
Tel: 016 982 8257
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Facebook: @Emerald.Resort.Casino
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