Longneck Manor

Where Conservation Meets Hospitality

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Longneck Manor is unlike anything else in the Texas Hill Country. This AZA-accredited wildlife sanctuary offers intimate encounters with giraffes and rhinos—not from behind a fence, but up close, personal, and unforgettable.

 

Founded by Rick Barongi, a wildlife conservation expert with decades of experience, Longneck Manor combines luxury hospitality with genuine commitment to animal welfare and conservation. It's been featured in Forbes' Top Wildlife Hotels and recognized with TripAdvisor's Travelers' Choice Award.

Why We Recommend Enchanted Rock

World-class animal encounters: This isn't a petting zoo. It's a professionally managed sanctuary where guests meet giraffes and rhinos with guidance from expert animal care staff.

AZA accreditation: The Association of Zoos and Aquariums accreditation means the highest standards of animal care and welfare.

Conservation mission: Every visit supports wildlife conservation efforts both locally and globally.

Luxury accommodations: Stay overnight in a villa with panoramic views of the giraffe and rhino pasture—a Texas safari experience.

Experience Options

Animal Encounters

75-minute guided experience

Close-up encounters with resident giraffes and rhinos

Photo opportunities

Kids under 2 free

Reservation required

Luxury Villas

Up to 6 guests per villa

Private viewing decks overlooking animal pastures

Private animal encounters included

Rolling Hill Country views

Giraffe Suite

Located inside the giraffe barn

Fall asleep watching giraffes

Wake up to their presence

4 guests maximum

Private animal encounters included

The Animals of Longneck Manor

The Tower (Giraffes): Eight giraffes call Longneck Manor home, including calves born on the property.

The Crash (Rhinos): Three white rhinos—Fred, Barney, and Justin—serve as ambassadors for their species.

These animals aren't just attractions. They're conservation ambassadors helping guests connect with wildlife and understand why these species need protection. 

Conservation Partners

Longneck Manor works directly with proven conservation organizations to protect wildlife in the wild. A portion of every visit supports these efforts.

Plan Your Visit

Longneck Manor is located just outside Fredericksburg about 15 minutes from Hill Country Chocolate. 

Many guests combine an animal encounter with a chocolate and wine tasting for a full day of unique experiences.

Website: longneckmanor.com

Phone: Contact via website

Location: Fredericksburg, Texas

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