Animal Park Trips with a Driver Around the World: 14 to Book

1.Morning at the Zoo with 1-way Transfer (Free & Easy)

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 1,882 reviews · from $87Our pick

Take an air-conditioned transfer to Singapore Zoo, ride the open-air tram through its natural-style habitats, and join a local guide for a fast morning visit. An optional buffet breakfast includes animal appearances, but orangutan access has changed and should be confirmed before booking.

“It was cancelled the night before:only because we were the only 2 to book it and had no idea of this. Asked for them to take the 2 of us and answer was no even though it had been booked ages ago and was a present for my husband.It was only a case of taking us there and our ticket.”

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2.Brisbane: Australia Zoo Transfer and Entry Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,539 reviews · 9 hours · from $126

Travel from selected Brisbane hotels to Australia Zoo in an air-conditioned vehicle with drivers such as Steve or Bruce, who share local facts and a useful zoo route. Your ticket covers entry, the Wildlife Warriors show, animal exhibits, and a short visit to the Wildlife Hospital before returning to Brisbane.

“Our guide Steve was amazing, he was prompt, funny and flexible. He also shared shared some of his favourite views and stories from his time doing tours which were really helpful. His map was also amazing as it outlines the best use of your time at the zoo. Defo would say you would be lucky to get Steve as your guide”

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3.Brisbane: Australia Zoo Ticket and Roundtrip Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 495 reviews · from $105

Ride an air-conditioned coach from central Brisbane to Australia Zoo, with views of pineapple farms and the Glass House Mountains. Your entry ticket gives you about six hours to see crocodiles, snakes, kangaroos, giraffes, rhinos, and free-flight birds before the return trip.

“The experience allowed for ample time at the Zoo and it’s the easiest way to get there direct from Brisbane. Although, it does work out more expensive than public transport, it is more convient.”

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4.Phuket: Guided Tour to Elephant Sanctuary & Hotel Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 292 reviews · 45 min · from $38

Visit Patong Hill Tribe Elephant Village from Phuket for a guided encounter with rescued elephants. Feed rice balls, learn each animal’s story, and walk near them as they roam. English-speaking guides such as Pa, Mike, and Mr Okay lead the visits, with hotel pickup from many Phuket areas.

“Such a wonderful experience and would highly recommend. I see how each and everyone at the sanctuary love the elephants. The fact that each elephant is assigned a ‘carer’ each that just follows them the whole entire day until they go to sleep says a lot about this sanctuary. It was such an experience to see them up close and touch them.”

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5.Sunshine Coast: Australia Zoo Entry Ticket and Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 155 reviews · 9 hours · from $119

Ride from your Sunshine Coast hotel to Australia Zoo in an air-conditioned Croc Tours van, with guides such as Bruce, Kerry, and Mark sharing useful local tips. You get about six hours inside the zoo, including the 1pm Wildlife Warriors crocodile show, tiger shows, and a short Wildlife Hospital visit.

“loved the visit to the animal hospital and the suggested route to see all the zoo in the time available. Definitely a good idea to feed the kangaroos early in the day”

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6.2-Hour Guided Eco-Tour & Transfer to Khaolak Elephant Sanctuary

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 91 reviews · from $74Top rated

Spend two hours at Khaolak Ethical Elephant Sanctuary with guides such as Sai, Tony, or Jungle Boy. Feed rescued elephants, watch them in the river, follow their jungle walk, and learn their stories. Small groups, optional hotel transfers, insurance, and complimentary photography are included.

“Khao Lak elephant sanctuary is the place to go to spend real time with elephants in Khao Lak. Tony our guide is so passionate about the 3 rescued elephant’s in the sanctuary and made sure we knew all about them. We fed them bananas and made some food for them which we fed them before going for a walk with them in the jungle which was amazing, calling their names and them responding to your call ,we fed them again with sugar cane which they loved and I had missed one from my bag and she knew it was still in there!! We then hosed them whilst they made themselves…”

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7.Krakow: Zoo with Hotel Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 91 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $11Best value

Travel from your Krakow hotel to the zoo in an air-conditioned minivan with an English-speaking driver, skip the ticket queue, and enjoy about four hours inside. You may also get local history from drivers such as Olaf, Bart, or Grzegorz.

“This zoo is wonderful. My son and I had a great time. It’s not huge so 4 hours is perfect. Also our driver was so kind! I believe his name was Grzegorz. He was sweet enough to let me use his phone charger and drop us in to the town after 😊”

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8.Patong Highlights: Elephant Sanctuary Tour with Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 75 reviews · from $68

Spend 2.5 hours at Hill Tribe Elephant Village near Patong. Meet rescued elephants, learn their stories, make herbal medicine balls, and walk beside them through the forest with local hill tribe caretakers. There is no riding, and bathing is not part of the stated program.

“Amazing, elephants are well looked after, much happier than their previous life story’s as the guide was telling us, lovely staff overall great experience”

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9.Gold Coast : Australia Zoo Transfer and Entry Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 48 reviews · 9 hours · from $140

Travel from selected Gold Coast hotels to Australia Zoo in an air-conditioned vehicle with entry included. Your English-speaking driver, including David on some departures, helps you plan the day. Allow roughly three hours each way, then spend about five to six hours seeing wildlife, the animal hospital, and live shows.

“HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!! the best time ever, got to see so many amazing animals, recommend the crocodile show after lunch!”

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10.Bali Bird Park Admission Ticket with Hotel Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 39 reviews · from $38

Visit Bali Bird Park at your own pace with admission, bird shows, and private round-trip transfer from Ubud and much of south Bali. Expect around 1,000 birds, feeding chances, photo opportunities, and help from drivers such as Nanda, Novi, Riko, Merry, and Yogik.

“Our driver Mr Merry contacted us prior to tour to confirm and arrived early. Very friendly driver who we would highly recommend, great tour to Bali Bird Park.”

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11.Kuala Lumpur: Bird Park Day Ticket & 1-Way Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 15 reviews · from $30

Spend a day at Kuala Lumpur Bird Park, where more than 3,000 birds fly through four planted zones. Admission and one-way pickup from selected Golden Triangle hotels are included. You get English-speaking transport, scheduled feedings and shows, but must arrange your own return.

“Very very good driver. Explain all. Easy park and hop on and hop off available as from park. Only thing is if visiting in group or with kids, consider fully 4hrs!!!”

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12.Private Return Transfer Thoiry Zoo Safari from Paris

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 10 reviews · from $180

Travel by private air-conditioned car from your Paris hotel to Thoiry Zoo Safari, about 40 km away. Spend the day among African animals, a castle, botanical garden, maze, and children’s play zones before returning to Paris. Child seats are available on request.

“Absolutely suitable for family with young children ! Should make it 6 hours! The place has safari, zoo, picnic, food stalls and a huge bouncy playground!”

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13.Dubai Safari Park With Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 7 reviews · from $105

You’ll get hotel pickup, a Dubai Safari Park ticket, shared transport, train rides, walking access to several animal zones, live shows, and two short safari rides. Allow about five hours. Check the transfer type and currency before paying.

“The cost to go with Viator with Hotel pickup was hugely expensive compared to other options! We stupidly thought the cost was in AED but it was Australian Dollars, we have used Viator many times over the years and always reliable that is why we chose them! Our fault for Read more”

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14.Krakow: Zoo Trip with Private Luxury Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★3.8 · 4 reviews · from $102

Travel from your Krakow accommodation to the city zoo with an English-speaking guide and private luxury transfer. Spend about two hours among 1,400 animals in Wolski Forest, then return to your hotel. The visit is self-guided, wheelchair accessible, and includes admission.

“The zoo is very poorly maintained, with animals in too small cages, the transfer cost 40 euros each, a truly disproportionate price, when with Uber we would have paid 11 euros for 3”

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