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Carolina Tiger Rescue is a 501(c)3 nonprofit wildlife sanctuary whose mission is saving and protecting wild cats in captivity and in the wild.

 

Have a minor child?

If a parent is not accompanying a minor child (under 18 years of age), a Minor Child Release form must be filled out by their parent and brought at the time of the tour.  You can download the form below.  

Tours at Carolina Tiger Rescue are all pre-arranged. We cannot accommodate walk-in visitors. You may choose from one of our regularly scheduled daytime public tours, an early evening twilight tour, or make an advance reservation for a private tour. Each tour is guided and you will be walking the gravel tour path.

Do you need a Minor Child Release form? If a parent is not accompanying a minor child (under 18 years of age), a Minor Child Release form must be filled out by their parent and brought at the time of the tour. Click here for a release form!

Public Tours

Public tours are a fun and informative way for you, your family, and your friends to come out and meet our animals. Simply purchase the number of tickets that you need for your group. This tour is great for all ages.  

Private Tours

Private tours are currently booked approximately 3 months in advance! Private tours can be arranged by calling Carolina Tiger Rescue at (919) 542-4684. Your party will be the only group on the tour. Great for all ages and perfect for celebrating special occasions. 

Twilight Tours (April-October)

Twilight tours are a more peaceful experience than our daytime public tours. Twilight tours go out when the sanctuary is quiet and the day’s work is done. These tours are for adult tickets (18 years of age or older). Simply purchase the number of tickets that you need for your group.

Specialty Tours

Specialty tours offer a more personal experience than our public tours. Please call (919)  542-4684 to make your reservation over the phone. These tours are a perfect way to celebrate a special occasion, or spend more one-on-one time with our residents. Please note that specialty tours require a minimum of two weeks’ notice.

Things to know before you visit…

About Carolina Tiger Rescue

Carolina Tiger Rescue is a 501(c)3 nonprofit wildlife sanctuary whose mission is saving and protecting wild cats in captivity and in the wild.

Carolina Tiger Rescue

1940 Hanks Chapel Rd. Pittsboro, NC 27312 (919) 542-4684 (919) 542-4454 info@carolinatigerrescue.org

Wildlife should be in the Wild

Rescue

Education

  • We believe the ideal home for wildlife is in the wild.
  • We believe it is critical to conserve their native habitats.
  • We believe wild animals should not be kept as pets.
  • We believe captive breeding should ONLY be done in accordance with Species Survival plans.
  • We believe all wild animals, both captive and in their native habitats, deserve to be treated with respect and not exploited for entertainment and commercial purposes.

Visit Carolina Tiger Rescue

Tiger at Carolina Tiger Rescue

Public Tours

Twilight Tours

Coming out for a tour is a great way to learn more about the animals that call Carolina Tiger Recue home. We offer many different types of tours.  Public tours are great for adults and families. Twilight tours are for adults only (18 years of age and older). Tiger Tales are a perfect option if you want to bring out really young children. Find the tour that is right for you and enjoy a walk through the sanctuary.

For all tours, tickets must be purchased in advance.

Have Fun Learning at Carolina Tiger Rescue

Field Trips

Field Trips

Virtual Field Trips link

Virtual Field Trips

Education is key to our mission.  We enjoy teaching "kids" of all ages!  Our field trips, both virtual and onsite, are ideal for groups of kids.  Our "Kid for a Day" Adult Camp provides a unique learning opportunity while allowing adults to channel their inner child.  While all of these opportunities are structured differently, in the end we want everyone to walk away knowing more about the animals we care for and what they can do to help protect them.

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Get involved at Carolina Tiger Rescue

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Individual Volunteering

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Group Volunteering

There are so many ways to be a part of Carolina  Tiger Rescue.  Individual volunteers are able to help in many aspects of our work, including animal care, tour guides, construction, and gift shop assistance.  Work groups come from community groups, colleges, work places, and more!  It’s a great way to spend a day and it helps care for the cats.