Explore drive-thru and walkabout sections to meet 65+ species up close, open year round for all ages
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Drive-thru safari, Walkabout zoo
Experience a 5-mile drive-thru safari and a walkabout zoo where you can meet and feed animals up close. Explore 250 acres home to more than 65 species, with scenic views and knowledgeable zookeepers.
Open daily year-round except Thanksgiving and Christmas. Park hours 10am-5pm; last drive-thru at 3:30pm and latest admission one hour before close. Severe weather or freezing temps may close the park.
All sales are final. Online rebooking is possible. Pricing may vary.
A: Your admission includes access to the park’s drive-through and walk-about areas, where you can see a variety of animals up close.
A: It is recommended to arrive at least 2 hours before closing to allow enough time to experience the entire park.
A: Yes. The last admission is allowed up to 1 hour before the park closes.
Please arrive at 124 Jungle Road in Strafford, MO. Have your tickets ready for scanning at the entrance upon arrival.
This drive-through safari creates those up-close animal moments that visitors rave about long after leaving. Guests consistently highlight the interactive feeding experiences, where zebras, giraffes, and other animals approach your vehicle for treats. The special animal encounters, particularly with sloths and capybaras, earn enthusiastic praise, with staff members going out of their way to make these experiences memorable. Many recommend taking the guided bus tour rather than driving your own car, as the knowledgeable guides share interesting information while you relax and enjoy the animals without worrying about your vehicle getting scratched or slobbered on. The animals appear healthy and well-cared-for, and the staff consistently receives compliments for being friendly and genuinely invested in the animals' welfare. Families find it perfect for all ages, from toddlers to grandparents. A few reviewers mention that tiger and lion enclosures feel small compared to the generous space given to other animals, and bathroom cleanliness can be inconsistent during busy times. The afternoon sloth encounters may disappoint since these animals are naturally less active later in the day. Still, the overwhelming sentiment is that this makes for a thrilling, interactive experience that creates lasting memories, especially for first-time visitors to this type of attraction.
We could not have had a better day today than we did with the animals and staff at Wild Animal Safari. The park personnel are all phenomenal but the wonderful lady working near the giraffes educated us and really went above and beyond.
William Wymore
March 31, 2026
We could not have had a better day today than we did with the animals and staff at Wild Animal Safari. The park personnel are all phenomenal but the wonderful lady working near the giraffes educated us and really went above and beyond.
William Wymore
March 31, 2026