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Reviewed 28 March 2024

been waiting for a long time to go here, we travelled from Sweden to see Jessica, Seun and little Luku and we loved every second of the visit!

Date of experience: March 2024
Thank Anneli L
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Reviewed 28 February 2024

we visited Jessica because a hotel employee mentioned herl. We did not consult a website before going there. We were very disappointed by the location and the unfriendliness of the host, who had an imperative attitude. This is a money-making project, and has nothing to do with care for animals. The hippo's are used to make money. We were not aware of an entrance fee, it was not mentioned upon arrival. we thought it was all about the taking care of a poor hippo. R150 per person is not nothing, we had to pay cash as there was no internet conncetion. It smells.
Go see the hippo's in the Kruger park!

Date of experience: February 2024
1  Thank bertegberts
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Reviewed 23 October 2023 via mobile

This was a truly unique experience and made my heart sing. It’s a must do activity and suitable for families with children and couples.

Date of experience: October 2023
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Reviewed 7 September 2023

Thanks for your kindness .
We were a group of 3 that really enjoy our afternoon at Jessica.
The show and interaction was real cool and nor forced. The owner was kind and answered all our question. Really great experience.
Thanks
Dave

Date of experience: September 2023
Thank krugerandmore
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Reviewed 22 June 2023 via mobile

We visited S. Africa in September 2022 which is right after the fire season and a little before the bugs come out. Going to see Jessica while we were there was an amazing experience. The experience of feeding and touching a hippo is quite surreal.

There's actually 2 hippos that are friendly, but be forewarned it's possible you might not be able to interact with either of them. They are wild and are not demanded to do anything but be a hippo.

The story of the owner's former life and how he came to be the "caretaker" of the magnificent beasts is a story worth visiting for in and of itself.

Date of experience: June 2023
Thank ADAM B
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