ZOO TRIPS · SAFARI PARKS IN THE USA
The 8 best safari parks in the USA you can book today, with what each costs, how long it runs and who it suits. Number one is top for a reason; start there.
Ride an airboat through the Everglades with an English-speaking guide, then watch a Wildlife Nature Show and explore the jungle boardwalk. The boat trip lasts about 40 minutes, and the full park visit usually takes around two hours. Bring sunscreen, water, comfortable shoes, and insect repellent.
“Its long enough and very pretty out there The guide was very nice also”
Take a self-guided drive through Wild Florida in your own vehicle, moving at a gentle 5 mph among more than 100 native and exotic animals. Afterward, visit Gator Park and, for an extra fee, hand-feed the giraffes. Plan several hours for the full visit.
“My husband and I went on this day trip. We both thought it was way more fun than Disney’s Wild Animal Kingdom! We could take our time and drive our own vehicle in! There were so many animals and babies that were just born! They were close enough to really watch and enjoy! The best part was we were allowed to go to the walking zoo down the street which was included in our tickets! It was full of some really cool exotic animals! We could also go on an air-boat ride (additional cost) They also had a restaurant and ice cream stand/ frozen drink stand! It was well worth…”
Spend 2 to 8 hours exploring the 1,800-acre San Diego Zoo Safari Park in Escondido. Your $78 mobile ticket includes admission, animal exhibits, shows, and unlimited Africa Tram rides. Walk among kangaroos, watch giraffes and rhinos, and choose paid safari tours if you want a closer look.
“Just amazing concept! I highly recommend the African tram and lunch at the watering hole restaurant.”
Explore San Diego Zoo Safari Park with entry, Africa Tram Safari, Cheetah Run, and shows included. Walk through Lion Camp, Hidden Jungle, and the new Elephant Valley, then watch elephants at Mkutano House. Arrive early for cooler weather, lighter crowds, and the best chance of seeing active animals.
“Excellent opportunity to see animals, many in an open habitat.”
Use your mobile ticket to enter San Diego Zoo Safari Park in Escondido, then explore 1,800 acres of open habitats, animal trails, shows, and the Africa Tram Safari. See lions, elephants, cheetahs, tigers, condors, and more. Plan for lots of walking, paid parking, and changing show times.
“They staff were very kind and helpful. There was always someone around to tell you which way to go or give recommendations. On the safari the guide literally offered my son her jacket if he was cold due to the breeze. She was very knowledgeable and answered all our questions (even those not about pandas and not related to the tour) The pathways were clean, shaded and so full of plant foliage it felt like a botanical garden. I wished I lived closer so I could walk around this gorgeous place regularly.”
Use one mobile pass for the San Diego Zoo and Safari Park, with admission to every standard exhibit plus Skyfari, guided buses, and Africa Tram rides. Plan separate days for the 100-acre zoo and 1,800-acre safari park, about 35 miles apart.
“Lovely layout and impressive critters Too many kids/ families as school break was on Crowded and noisy But, wouldn’t have missed it, enjoyed the outdoors”
Spend two visits at the San Diego Zoo and Safari Park, seeing koalas, tigers, elephants, lions, and more. Your ticket includes zoo transport, the Africa Tram, Cheetah Run, shows, and the Children’s Zoo. Use both visits within one year of purchase.
“I thought the price was a discount but it was the same as going to their website or at the gate .”
Use one ticket for two visits within a year: one to the San Diego Zoo and one to Safari Park, or two visits to either site. Expect koalas, tigers, elephants, lions, the Africa Tram, Cheetah Run, shows, and a large botanical setting.
“Loved the tram around the zoo and Loved the Panda Ridge ecperience”
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