As the year winds down, it’s the perfect time to reflect on what truly matters—and for us at Longneck Manor, that’s protecting wildlife and their...
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Which Experience is Right for You?
Tour
- 75 min
- Limited space
- Reservation required
- Kids under 2 FREE
Villa
- 3 - 5 Guests
- Private Animal Encounters
- Private Viewing Decks
Suite
- 4 Guests
- Private Animal Encounters
- On second level
What Guests are Saying
The Animals of Longneck Manor
Longneck Manor is the home to a “Crash” of three rhinos (Fred, Barney and Justin) as well as a “Tower” of giraffes (Kafele, Betty, Tana, Kili and Indy).
Our animal ambassadors help guests connect with animals in the wild and help conservation efforts with our partner organizations.
The Latest
Barongi Blog
Wildly in Love: Chris and Priya Tie the Knot at Longneck Manor!
This past weekend marked a beautiful “first” for Longneck Manor as we hosted our very first wedding celebration! Chris and Priya chose Longneck Manor to...
Read MoreGive the Gift of Enrichment! Our Amazon Wishlist is Here 🎁
It’s that time of year again—holiday season is around the corner, and so is the perfect opportunity to spread some joy to the incredible Conservation...
Read MoreNational Pumpkin Day at Longneck Manor
At Longneck Manor, we believe every day is a chance to enrich the lives of our animals, and National Pumpkin Day is no exception! Today,...
Read MoreLongneck Manor Earns Prestigious AZA Accreditation
Fredericksburg, TX (September 18, 2024) – Longneck Manor, home to one-of-a-kind, personal encounters with giraffes and rhinos, is proud to announce it has been awarded...
Read MoreLongneck Manor Named to Forbes’ Top Wildlife Hotels List!
We are beyond thrilled to announce that Longneck Manor has been featured in Forbes as one of the top wildlife hotels! 🦒✨ This incredible honor...
Read MoreIndy Three-Week Update
Indy is growing up so fast and we’ve captured his latest milestones in a brand-new video!
Read MoreRick Barongi Presents Lifetime Achievement Award at Tapir Symposium
Longneck Manor founder, Rick Barongi, recently attended the International Tapir Symposium held in Campo Grande, Brazil. During this event, Rick had the honor of presenting...
Read MoreRed, White, and New! Longneck Manor Celebrates the Birth of Baby Boy Giraffe During Holiday Week
This fourth of July Baby, Indy, is named for Independence Day After a 15-month wait, we are delighted to welcome the newest addition to our...
Read MoreLongneck Manor Wins Tripadvisor Travelers’ Choice award 2024
Longneck Manor Recognized as a Traveler-Favorite July 3 , 2024 – Longneck Manor is pleased to announce today that it has been recognized in Tripadivsor’s®...
Read MoreDrifter and Boone – Ambassadors First Class
Everyone comes to Longneck Manor to meet our incredible giraffes and white rhinos. We also have a very laid-back two-toed sloth, named Bruno for VIP...
Read MoreExperience the Ultimate Luxury Safari in Africa with Rick
Don't miss this opportunity to experience the best that Africa has to offer. Join us on this exclusive safari and create memories that will last...
Read MoreUnless someone like you cares a whole awful lot, Nothing is going to get better, it’s not.
If you are passionate about animals (both pets and wildlife) and want to learn how to help save them in their natural habitats, then I...
Read MoreDrifter – First Ambassador
Meet my pal Drifter, a four-year-old yellow Labrador retriever. His pedigree name is Classic Hill Country Drifter but we call him the “Drift Man”...
Read MoreMy Africa – “Born Free”
Fact: I have Visited Africa Over 50 Times, but my First Trip Changed my Life Africa…. This wild and mysterious continent with its amazing creatures...
Read MoreWhy I like Rhinos
Rhino Fact: There are five living species of rhinos (two African and three Asian), their combined populations in the wild being about 30,000 animals. If rhinos...
Read MoreHistory of Longneck Manor – A Uniquely Texas Experience
After you read some of the history and vision narratives on this website you still may be wondering how I came up with the idea...
Read MoreLongneck Manor – How and Why
After you read some of the history and vision narratives on this website you still may be wondering how I came up with the idea...
Read MoreJane Goodall Supports Longneck Manor
I was at my desk at Disney Imagineering getting ready to return home after a long day at work when my cell phone rang. “Hello,...
Read MoreBetty White (the Giraffe) Gives Birth to anAdorable Six-Foot-Tall Girl.
After a 15 month wait, Longneck Manor is delighted to welcome the newest addition to its precious wildlife family; a female reticulated giraffe calf. Arriving...
Read MoreOur 2022 Holiday Wishlist is here!
Looking to spread a little extra holiday cheer this year? Don’t forget presents for our giraffes, rhino and sloth this year when you go holiday...
Read MoreClimbing Kili
by Bill Konstant Our wake-up call came at 11:00 pm on October 20th. That’s right, late that night, not the next morning. Rick and I...
Read MoreHear Rick on the Tomorrow Society Podcast
Recently Longneck Manor Founder, Rick Barongi was a guest on the podcast, The Tomorrow Society! In this podcast, he shares stories from his decades long...
Read MoreWe have BIG NEWS!
???????? We have BIG NEWS! Coming this summer, a new Welcome Center and four cottages – each with a stunning view of our giraffes and...
Read MoreNew Rhino Waterhole Installation
New at Longneck Manor! We are adding a naturalistic African waterhole with large boulders to the four-acre giraffe and rhino pasture. It will look like...
Read MoreLongneck Manor in the News!
This week, we were pleased to host our friends at Fox 7 Austin for a visit to our new Villas and to meet our resident...
Read MoreLongneck Manor Recognized as Recognized as Tripadvisor® 2023 Travelers’ Choice® Award Winner
Longneck Manor’s Great Traveler Reviews Earn it a Place Among Travelers’ Favorites Fredericksburg, Texas> – August 11, 2023 – Longneck Manor today announced it has...
Read MoreThe Villas at Longneck Manor – now open for reservations!
We’ve got some exciting news to share with you all – our brand new accommodations, the Villas at Longneck Manor, are officially open for reservations!...
Read MoreOur 2023 Amazon Wish List is here!
Our team has put together a special Amazon wish list filled with enrichment items that will bring joy and stimulation to the amazing animals here...
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