South African Mom Shares Hidden Gem in Mzansi: Dinosaur Park with Lifelike Creatures in a Video

South African Mom Shares Hidden Gem in Mzansi: Dinosaur Park with Lifelike Creatures in a Video

  • A woman in Mzansi discovered a unique family attraction in South Africa, which she showed off on TikTok
  • The park features a wide range of realistic dinosaur models and educational displays that provide a prehistoric adventure for visitors
  • The place has positioned itself as a must-visit destination for families looking for both entertainment and education, sparking interest and curiosity among parents

A South African mother has taken to social media to share her excitement about discovering a unique family attraction, a dinosaur-themed park known as Dino Kingdom.

A woman featured a dinosaur park with lifelike creatures in a video.
A woman revealed a dinosaur park with lifelike creatures in a video. Image: @nikitta_diaryofamomof3
Source: TikTok

She expressed under the TikTok handle @nikitta_diaryofamomof3 that the park is located in Pretoria and near a popular shopping mall in the city, featuring lifelike dinosaur replicas that have quickly become a hit among children and parents alike.

In her video, @nikitta_diaryofamomof3 explained that her daughter is a huge dinosaur enthusiast, which inspired the visit.

“I was amazed by the collection of dinosaurs, and there is actually a lot to see,” she said in the clip that she posted on 10 September 2025 on TikTok.

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She added that the experience exceeded her expectations. The park showcases a wide range of realistic dinosaur models, from towering long-necked herbivores to ferocious-looking carnivores, all designed to give visitors a prehistoric adventure.

The mother highlighted how engaging the park was for children, noting that her daughter was fascinated by the creatures and could hardly contain her excitement as they explored. Families can walk among the giant replicas, snap photos, and learn more about the different species through educational displays.

Online, her video gained traction as other parents expressed interest in taking their children to Dino Kingdom. Many viewers commented that such attractions are rare in South Africa and appreciated having an affordable and family-friendly outing option in Pretoria.

With its lifelike creatures and immersive environment, Dino Kingdom has positioned itself as a must-visit destination for families looking for both entertainment and education. The mom’s recommendation has since sparked curiosity and brought new attention to the park.

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SA Shows Interest in Dino Kingdom Park

South Africans were intrigued as they wanted to know more about the Dino Kingdom Park in Pretoria, with many expressing their thoughts in the comments.

Lover said:

"My inner child said we should go and I am taking her there xem."

Mmanthe asked:

"How much is their entrance fee?"

MaDhlomo expressed:

"My son would love this."

Ngingubusi shared:

"I want this for myself."

Ziziphe Kheswa replied:

"At least now I know where I’ll take my son for his birthday."

Hey, Kudisco gushed over the place, saying:

"Oh, this is cool."

Watch the video below:

A woman revealed a dinosaur park with lifelike creatures in a video.
A woman captured the magic of a dinosaur park in South Africa with lifelike creatures. Image: @nikitta_diaryofamomof3
Source: TikTok

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Johana Mukandila (Human Interest Editor) Johana Tshidibi Mukandila has been a Human Interest Reporter at Briefly News since 2023. She has over four years of experience as a multimedia journalist. Johana holds a national diploma in journalism from the Cape Peninsula University Of Technology (2023). She has worked at the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees, PAICTA, BONA Magazine and Albella Music Production. She is currently furthering her education in journalism at the CPUT. She has passed a set of trainings from Google News Initiative. Reach her at johana.mukandila@briefly.co.za