It’s a jungle out there, and while lions are the kings, they sure know how to have fun! ? Watch these hilarious moments of wild lions showing their adorably playful and funny side.
Join us on a fun and humorous adventure as we explore the funniest lion sightings captured in MalaMala Game Reserve and Kruger National Park. Get ready for endless giggles and heartwarming “aww” moments!
Content by: Michael Botes
Filmed at: MalaMala Game Reserve
A playful lion cub is perched on a rock, determined to give its tail a good lick. With its leg lifted high behind its head, it strikes a pose that would make any yoga enthusiast proud. However, still mastering the art of balance, the cub comically topples backward off the rock. In true cub fashion, it quickly recovers as if nothing happened, climbing back up, perhaps thinking twice before attempting any more yoga stretches.
Content by: Mark Fox
Filmed at: Kruger National Park
As this male lion leisurely strolls toward his pride, who are happily lapping up water from an overflowing puddle in the road, he has no idea what’s in store. His playful cub is lying in wait, ready to make a grand ambush. With a burst of energy, the cub launches itself onto its dad’s back. However, the difference in size and strength is comically apparent as the cub bounces right off, earning itself an irritated snarl from the big male. Undeterred, the cub scampers off, already plotting its next playful attack!
Content by: Nic Nel
Filmed at: MalaMala Game Reserve
Never before has a millipede been so fascinating! ? This small creature boldly crawls between lion cubs, undeterred by the mighty predators surrounding it. These cubs have had previous encounters with millipedes and are not impressed. One cub hilariously gags in disgust, freaking out at the mere thought of being near the critter. The tiny creepy crawly leaves the scene triumphantly, without a scratch from the cubs.
Content by: Mike Kirkman
Filmed at: MalaMala Game Reserve
A lioness decides to give her companion some reprieve from the exhausting cubs by licking and grooming her face. Unfortunately for them both, the moment of calm tenderness does not last long… not with needy little cubs running around. The neediest cub of all gets jealous and craves attention, so it uses its resting mom as a jungle gym, sliding down her neck to interrupt. Determined to steal the spotlight, it persistently wiggles its way between the two females, eagerly seeking some grooming for itself.
Content by: Daniel Bailey
Filmed at: MalaMala Game Reserve
Tourists are thoroughly entertained by these playful lion cubs who have discovered nature’s see-saw. One curious cub unknowingly stumbles upon a fun jungle gym—a fallen tree branch balanced perfectly across another. This makeshift see-saw proves to be the perfect playground for the cubs, who rock back and forth on it, providing endless amusement for their onlookers.
Content by: Graeme Mitchley
Filmed at: Kruger National Park
These tiny cubs are newly energized and ready to play after nursing from their mother. True to their playful nature, they start wrestling with each other, quickly escalating into a hilarious face-slapping contest. A spirited competition ensues as they try to see who can land the most slaps across each other’s faces.
Filmed at: MalaMala Game Reserve
This is the incredible moment when a pride of lions encountered a wild, feisty four-inch CRAB! Timid yet curious, the lions seemed both puzzled and intrigued by the bold little creature.
Content by: Mike Kirkman
Filmed at: MalaMala Game Reserve
Two lions perch themselves on a fallen tree trunk. While one lion vigilantly watches their surroundings, the other female struggles to keep her eyes open. Realizing her precarious position isn’t ideal for sleeping, she tries to adjust herself but ends up tumbling off the log with a panicked expression. The tourists watching burst into laughter, thoroughly amused. Meanwhile, the vigilant lion peers down at her fallen companion with a look of utter disappointment, as if to say, “Seriously?”
Content by: Mike Kirkman
Filmed at: MalaMala Game Reserve
This group of hyperactive little cubs caused quite a commotion after reuniting with the rest of the pride. One cub, in particular, found endless entertainment in pulling on its mother’s tail, yanking and tugging with all its might, determined to pull as hard as it could.
Content by: Mark Fox
Filmed at: Kruger National Park
With their naturally inquisitive nature, these big cats found a ‘no entry’ sign highly amusing. Determined to make it their new toy, they persistently pawed and bit at it. Inevitably, the sign toppled over, no match for these strong predators. The lions continued to hit it back and forth, earning a chorus of laughter from the people watching.