Inspired by the African Serengeti and the endless expanses of the Asian plains, the 1,800-acre San Diego Zoo Safari Park offers you an exotic safari adventure unlike any other outside of Africa itself. San Diego Zoo Safari Park is home to more than 3,500 rare and exotic animals - most of whom roam freely in vast enclosures.
Highlights
- Admission ticket to the San Diego Zoo Safari Park
- San Diego Zoo Safari Park is home to more than 3,500 rare and exotic animals
- Miles of walking trails lead guests to overlooks of lions, tigers and special encounters with exotic creature
- Click here for a video preview of the San Diego Zoo Safari Park
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Witness a family of giraffe mingle among the gazelles and cranes while rhinos gather at a watering hole. Observe South African cheetahs lounging on a sunny hill or gaze into the eyes of the majestic California condor. Board the the Journey into Africa tour for a 45-minute tour past herds of elephants, zebras, and several endangered species.
Venture into the dense forests and grassy savannas at the Heart of Africa, a 32 acre safari trail. Miles of walking trails lead guests to overlooks of lions, tigers and special encounters with exotic creatures. Stroll through Nairobi Village for shopping and dining.
Schedule Details
Lion at San Diego Zoo Safari Park
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15500 San Pasqual Valley Road
Escondido CA 92027
(35 miles north of the San Diego Zoo and east of Escondido)
Opening Hours:
January 1 - April 11: 9am – 7pm
April 12–May 28:9am – 5pm
May 29 and 30: 9am – 7 pm
May 31–June 18: 9am – 5pm
June 19–August 21; September 4 and 5: 9 am – 8 pm
August 22–September 3: 9am – 6 pm
September 6 – November 19: 9am – 5pm
November 20–27: December 18–31: 9am – 6pm
November 28–December 17: 9am –5pm
Grounds close 1 hour after last admission
Duration:Flexible
Tour and Pricing Options
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Additional Information
- Admission to the San Diego Zoo Safari Park
- Journey Into Africa Tour
- The Conservation Carousel
- All Animal Exhibits and Shows
- Hotel pick up and drop off
- Food and drink
- Parking (additional fees)
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Strollers and wheelchairs are available for rental at the front plaza near the entrance
- The San Diego Zoo Safari Park is approximately 40 miles from the cruise ship terminal
Experience Africa:
This brand-new interactive family show features life-sized "parade puppets," magic, and music to involve and entertain you as you help bring life-saving rain to the animals during this playful African folktale. Come join the fun and help bring the rain!
Animal Trackers:
Test your knowledge of wildlife trivia as you play along during Animal Trackers, a new, interactive show at the Park. Held at Benbough Amphitheater, the game show-themed program includes visits from some very special animal guests. Come see how much you really know about animals!
Frequent Flyers Bird Show:
An East African crowned crane in flight is a stunning sight viewed by only a privileged few, until now! The crane is one of the stars of the Safari Park's all-new bird show, Frequent Flyers. Frequent Flyers offers spectacular flights and focuses on a variety of birds from around the world. You'll find this program engaging as you watch more birds free flying, offering a chance to see the feathered cast's natural talents. With over 40 different species and growing, no two shows will be the same. Frequent Flyers is full of great fun, natural history, fantastic stories, and, of course, lots of birds!
Animal Encounters:
Meet a variety of critters and their trainers during these up-close-and personal talks throughout the Park. And always keep your eyes open, because you never know what wild thing may be making a surprise walk through (or flyby!).
Elephant Show:
You will be amazed by the way our keepers work with a 10,000-pound (4,500-kilogram) pachyderm, as elephants demonstrate behaviors that feature their strength, intelligence, and versatility.
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