Cornell Skop

GIVING CAPTIVE ANIMALS A SECOND CHANCE

Most of our animals have been rescued from hunting farms and homes where they’ve been illegally and cruelly kept. We offer them a life as close to wild as possible while also taking care of their every need – from health to happiness.

The 140 hectare farm is home to over 20 different indigenous animal species, from zebra to caracal, lions to baboons. Each animal has a unique personality and history and Luke and his team have a strong bond with all of them.

The heart and mind behind this endeavour is Luke Cornell, a famous animal trainer that has worked with countless wild animals during his career. Launched over 15 years ago, we at Cornellskop focus on giving our “furry family” the best life possible, while also giving the public a chance to get to know these wonderful creatures.

During outtings and experiences, our guides educate the guests about the different species. Our hope is to give the public a better understanding and awareness of what a cheetah (for example) needs to survive, or what a zebra enjoys nibbling on. We also hope that this awareness helps to lessen the number of wild animals being kept illegally or used for sport and helps to save them in their natural environments as well.