Malkia Park Big Cats Rescue civil association

Let's be to animals more human!

Malkia Park is literally a royal park

Although the primary idea of Malkia Park was to provide the best possible living conditions for felines, gradually bears, monkeys, parrots and ungulates also found their home here. To this day, more than 75 species, subspecies and breeds of animals have found their home here. We cooperate with other zoos and try to provide the most dignified living conditions for all the animals that we can accommodate.

In our zoo, we care for a wide range of animal species from different continents. We provide comfortable living conditions that simulate their natural environment and take care of their physical and emotional well-being. In addition to animal care, we offer visitors educational and experience programs. We cooperate with international organizations to preserve endangered species and are actively involved in programs for the protection of wild animals.

It is said that it is better to see once than to hear a hundred times. See for yourself on this video.

Our efforts are based on the latest knowledge in the field of zoology and nature conservation. We employ a team of qualified professionals who care for animals with love and respect. Our garden is designed to provide animals with an environment that supports their natural behavior and needs. We cooperate with other zoos, with which we exchange experiences and constantly learn. We strive to minimize our environmental footprint and promote sustainable practices in all aspects of the garden’s operation.

At Malkia Park, we believe that every species has an irreplaceable value and place in the ecosystems that make up our world. We are motivated by a passion for the protection and preservation of nature and animals, because the diversity of life on Earth is priceless and constantly fascinates us. We feel responsible for future generations, and therefore we try not only to take adequate care of the animals in our care, but also to take an interest in educating the public. We believe that education and personal contact with wild animals can inspire us to create positive change in the world. We want our visitors to leave the garden with a deeper understanding and respect for nature.

The selection of your contributions in the form of a one-time donation, regular donor or adoption of our wards is carried out on the basis of Act No. 162/2014 Coll. on Public Collections. Our public collection is registered in the register of public collections and since it can last a maximum of 1 year according to the law, we will publish the decision of the Ministry of the Interior of the Slovak Republic on its registration every year here. You will also find preliminary and final reports on individual collections.

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Experiences

Get to know the behind-the-scenes care of our charges and observe their extraordinary rituals.

Adoption of animals

Adoption is a form of annual contribution towards the care of a specific animal/animals.

Volunteering

Every voluntary helping hand is greatly appreciated.

For Schools

Educational posters and infographics about animals.

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The daily care of our charges is very expensive.

2016

Opening ceremony

The gates of Malkia Park in Orechová Potôň were first opened on June 4, 2016. The park was named after our first rescued lioness, Malkie. In Swahili, this name means "queen," and since the lion is the king of animals, in a loose translation, we can call Malkia Park the royal park.

2019

Safari also in Slovakia

Africa is far away, but you can experience a safari drive in a safe vehicle among predators even in Slovakia, at Malkia Park. Our Safari enclosure covers approximately 7000 m2 and is connected to nine surrounding enclosures for lions or tigers.

2020

Pumpkin party

Every year at Malkia Park, we organize various events - sometimes we enjoy a romantic Valentine's Day, hunt for Easter eggs together at Easter, play like predators on sports tracks on Predator Day, or simply enjoy performances on Children's Day.

2021

Mediator Bertík's arrival

On Tuesday, November 2nd, a rare transport arrived in Slovakia. A male southern white rhinoceros was imported from Safari Park Dvůr Králové to Malkia Park. This marks the first individual of his kind to be housed under human care in Slovakia.

2022

Status of the zoo

Malkia Park získal 5. 5. 2022 štatút zoologickej záhrady, čím sa stal prvou súkromnou zoologickou záhradou na Slovensku a zároveň aj prvou zoo, ktorá vznikla v samostatnej ére Slovenskej republiky. OZ Malkia Park Big Cats Rescue funguje aj naďalej.

2023

The first hyena dogs in Slovakia!

On May 5, 2022, Malkia Park obtained the status of a zoological garden, becoming the first private zoo in Slovakia and also the first zoo established in the independent era of the Slovak Republic. The organization Malkia Park Big Cats Rescue continues to operate alongside this development.

Our trustees

SLIM CHEETAH

Diana & Mary

HYENA DOG

Hyena dogs

SPOTTED HYENA

Laurel and Hardy

MADAGASCAR MOOSE

Malkia Park Big Cats Rescue civil association

Let's be to animals more human!