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No, you do not need a reservation to visit our parks.

Due to the proximity of wildlife, some tours and safaris require all guests ages 2 and older to wear a facial covering during a portion of the experience. Please check each tour for more information.

The San Diego Zoo and Safari Park follow the guidance set forth by the State of California and County of San Diego. Notwithstanding our efforts, an inherent risk of exposure to COVID-19 exists in any public place where people are present; we cannot guarantee you will not be exposed during your visit. COVID-19 is an extremely contagious disease that can lead to severe illness and death. According to the CDC, older adults and guests of any age who have serious underlying medical conditions are especially vulnerable. Guests should evaluate their risk in determining whether to visit.

For guest and wildlife safety, please stay on public paths at all times during your visit.  

Facilities & Services

Guests who booked travel with a third-party reseller should contact the reseller directly for assistance.

Yes! The San Diego Zoo and the Safari Park are open every day of the year, rain or shine, including ALL holidays!

While we work hard to provide an exceptional guest experience, occasionally habitats, tours, restaurants, transportation, entertainment, or services change or close without notice and without liability due to refurbishing, capacity, weather or special events.  A daily listing of changes or closures can be found at the main entrance of both parks.  Please check upon arrival.

The San Diego Zoo has free parking. The parking lot in front of the Zoo is owned and operated by the City of San Diego and is used by guests, volunteers and employees of Balboa Park. (Zoo employees use a private lot to leave open spaces for visitors in the city lot directly in front of the Zoo.) The parking lots in and around Balboa Park are also free to the public, per city guidelines. Due to the unique arrangement with the City of San Diego, the San Diego Zoo is one of the few attractions in the county that do not charge for parking. This is a great benefit to members and guests of the San Diego Zoo!

The San Diego Zoo is a very popular destination and during peak attendance days (holidays; weekends during spring break, summer and December) we may have short periods of time during which the city-owned parking lot in front of the Zoo is full. At these times we encourage guests to park in overflow parking (Inspiration Point, on the east side of Park Boulevard, between Presidents Way and the Balboa Park Activity Center) and either walk or take available tram services (available in the parking lots by the Navy Hospital at the south end of Park Boulevard) that serve Balboa Park.

The San Diego Zoo Safari Park parking lot is privately owned and has a parking fee. Please click here for current Safari Park parking fees . Payment can be made by credit or debit card or cash (no $100 bills). As a nonprofit organization, San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance depends on money raised from memberships, admission, food and gift shop sales, and Safari Park parking fees to assist in maintaining the animals in our care and further our mission of conservation and education.

No overnight parking is permitted at either park, other than for guests participating in scheduled sleepover programs.

Parking reminders: Lock your vehicle; lock your valuables out of sight; park within marked stalls; Zoo parking violations will be cited by municipal law enforcement.

The owners and operators of our parks hereby specifically disclaim any responsibility, expressed or implied, to protect against the loss of or damage to your vehicle or its contents.

On specified days, you can ride our free shuttle directly to the Zoo entrance from the Inspiration Point parking lot. During Spring Break, the shuttle runs from 10:30 a.m to 8 p.m. daily, March 25–April 9, 2023. During Nighttime Zoo, the shuttle runs from 10:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays, May 27–September 3, 2023.

The parking lot in front of the San Diego Zoo does not have designated RV or bus parking spaces. It is a municipal parking lot with accompanying enforcement by the San Diego Police Department. We recommend guests with RVs park at the Inspiration Point parking lot (on the east side of Park Boulevard, between Presidents Way and the Balboa Park Activity Center) for easy access to the Zoo and the heart of Balboa Park via the free tram. The parking lot on the south side of Inspiration Point has designated full-size/striped RV and bus parking spaces. The parking lots around Balboa Park are free to the public, per city guidelines.

The Safari Park's parking lot is open and available for RV/bus parking during normal business hours. It has spaces dedicated for large vehicles and parking staff will direct you to the appropriate location to park your oversized vehicle. Please click here for current Safari Park parking fees. The Safari Park does not permit overnight parking except for our Roar and Snore sleepover guests.

Yes!  The San Diego Zoo has five solar-to-electric vehicle (EV) charging stations at the southeast part of the parking lot.  The Safari Park has two electric charging stations. Please ask the Safari Park parking lot attendant for directions when you arrive.  There is a nominal fee at each park for use. 

We have a variety of options to assist you and your family. In addition, there are complimentary shuttles to assist you and your party in accessing our lower canyon areas. Please stop in at Guest Services to request our ADA Packet, which includes information on these services, as well as descriptions of habitats and show access. If you have other specific questions, we will be happy to assist you. Please email us at [email protected]. Click here for full information about additional services for guests with disabilities and policies at the Zoo and the Park .

Both the Zoo and the Safari Park  have manual wheelchairs and electric scooters available to rent for a nominal fee. Guests must provide a valid driver's license or San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance membership card.

Both parks have a limited inventory and provide these items on a first-come, first-served basis. No advance reservations are available. We recommend arriving early to secure one.

Click here for information about wheelchair and ECV rentals at the Zoo and the Safari Park .

Outdoor lockers will be available at the Safari Park. At the Zoo, self-service lockers are available at Front Street (please note this does not include luggage check). Guests may carry small backpacks and bags into our parks.

The San Diego Zoo can store luggage for a fee.  Small items are $10 per piece; medium-size items are $12 per piece; large items are $15 per piece.

The Safari Park can store luggage for a fee of $15 for the first five items, plus $15 for each additional item.

This service is available at the main Guest Services building for reasonably sized luggage; same-day storage only.

For guests who have lost something while visiting, please contact us to inquire if your item was turned in to our Guest Services Department. Please include as much information as possible pertaining to your lost item and in which park you believe it is lost. Include complete contact information in case your item is found.

Yes!  The Zoo and Safari Park have strollers available for rent. Please visit the Zoo Guest Services  and  Safari Park Guest Services pages for information on stroller rentals and prices.

The Zoo has a First Aid office, located next to the Reptile house, which is often used by mothers to nurse their infants. There is a privacy curtain to allow mothers complete privacy. We also have a microwave for preparing your child’s meal. Some mothers prefer to sit just outside the First Aid office on one of the benches provided. It is semi-private as the vegetation growth is considerable. Diaper changing stations are also available in most restrooms.

The San Diego Zoo Safari Park has a curtained area in the Health Services office that is often used by mothers to nurse their infants, as well as an area in the women’s restrooms designated for nursing. Diaper changing stations are also available in most restrooms.

Items not permitted include, but are not limited to, the following:

  • Cigarettes, e-cigarettes, vapes and marijuana. We are a smoke-free environment
  • Alcohol and illegal substances
  • Weapons of any kind to include replicas and toys
  • Disruptive items such as drones, laser pointers, noise makers and sporting equipment
  • Any transportation device not otherwise approved as a mobility device per SDZWA’s ADA guidelines
  • Inappropriate or offensive attire. Proper attire, including shoes and shirts must be worn at all times
  • Animals other than trained service animals
  • Coolers larger than 12” by 12”
  • Glass bottles or containers
  • Costume masks or costume/clothing deemed by SDZWA management that too closely resembles an employee uniform
  • Professional photographers with professional cameras or recording equipment, who are visiting the San Diego Zoo and/or Safari Park with the intent to take photographs or recordings of people, San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance properties, or icons for professional purposes. Permission must be requested in advance and prior arrangements must be made with the appropriate San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance representatives. Permission for any recordings or broadcasts on the premises are within the sole discretion of San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance.

This information is subject to change without notice.

Any equipment used for photography, videotaping, recording, broadcast or transmission of any kind for any purpose other than personal enjoyment is prohibited without an advance licensing agreement on file. Individuals who are visiting the San Diego Zoo and/or Safari Park with the intent to take photographs or recordings of people, San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance properties, or icons for professional purposes must request permission and make prior arrangements with appropriate San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance personnel. Permission for any recordings or broadcasts on the premises are within the sole discretion of San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance. Please allow a minimum of ten business days for review and response

In keeping with our conservation mission, we try to reduce waste and resource use by providing information online rather than in printed form. Please help us conserve resources by using the following suggested links for guest information.

When four walls and a ceiling just won’t do for your next event, consider a place that knows no boundaries. Whether you are planning an intimate gathering for 20 or a spectacular gala for 3,000, the Zoo and Safari Park's authentic atmosphere and talented special events staff make it easy. Our professional coordinators are here to help you customize your experience and give your guests an event they will always remember.  Contact us through our Events website at events.sandiegozoo.org for more information on availability and pricing.

Ceremonies of any kind or size without a reservation are prohibited.

Groups of over 70 persons , you may book an event with the Event Sales Department, which is the only way you may “reserve” a specific space (for a fee) and have exclusive use of that space for your purposes. Contact us through our website at events.sdzwa.org for information on pricing and availability.

Groups of fewer than 70 persons , please call us daily after 8:30 a.m. at 619-718-3000 for information on pricing and availability.

We have recycling containers for aluminum cans and plastic bottles located throughout our parks. In addition, the Safari Park has cell phone recycling drop boxes at the turnstile exit.

While we work hard to provide an exceptional guest experience, occasionally habitats, tours, restaurants, transportation, entertainment, or services change or close without notice and without liability due to refurbishing, capacity, weather, or special events. A daily listing of changes or closures can be found at the main entrance of both parks. Please check upon arrival.

The San Diego Zoo giant panda loan came to a close in April 2019.  As part of the loan agreement, the pandas have returned to China.  We are proud that we have accomplished the goals set more than 25 years ago, and we are ready to work with our Chinese colleagues on the next phase of panda conservation!

Yes!  The Safari Park is honored to be entrusted with the care of two platypuses in the Nelson M. Millsberg Platypus Habitat in the Safari Park's Walkabout Australia exhibit. The pair are currently the only two platypuses outside Australia.  

These unique animals are semi-aquatic, egg-laying mammals that live in freshwater habitats. Our platypuses serve as conservation ambassadors for their species, as we share the importance of freshwater conservation for both humans and wildlife.

Platypuses are most active during dusk and nighttime hours, and they generally sleep during the day. Platypuses can be difficult to see, both in native habitats and in a zoo setting, so getting a glimpse of these elusive and rare animals is a special experience.  

Go to our San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance Animals & Plants website or use the website's Search function to look for your animal. While we work hard to provide an exceptional guest experience, occasionally habitats, tours, restaurants, transportation, entertainment, or services change or close without notice and without liability due to refurbishing, capacity, weather or special events.  A daily listing of changes or closures can be found at the main entrance of both parks. Please check upon arrival.

The Zoo's Animals in Action Experience and Inside Look Tours get you VERY close to exotic wildlife. At the Safari Park, the Petting Kraal offers a very satisfactory tactile experience. The Park's Animal Encounters program gives you an opportunity to have face-to-face contact with the Park's wildlife ambassadors like a cheetah, alligator, serval, and other rare and exotic animals. You may interact with wildlife care specialists and ask questions about the species. Interactions happen throughout the Park. The Zoo's Wildlife Presentations give guests an opportunity to learn about our wildlife ambassadors from expert wildlife care specialists, and find out about San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance's conservation work around the world. Additionally, Wildlife Care Specialist Talks at the Zoo provide guests with insights about wildlife and their habitats. And most of our Safaris at the Safari Park and other Special Experiences at both parks are uniquely designed to get you closer to wildlife!

There really isn't any special time that more wildlife are in view, although many of our animals are early risers and may be a bit more active in the morning. In our concern for the many endangered species that we house at our facilities, we have built habitats that mimic natural environments. Like natural environments, these areas give the animals plenty of room to hide. We have found the ability to hide is important to the well-being of many species. 

Wildlife may be taken off public view for a variety of reasons including environmental conditions, health issues, and behavioral concerns. In addition, many of our habitats are designed to allow animals to remove themselves from visitor view at any time. For these reasons, it is not always possible to predict or note these exceptions before the fact. Refunds or exchanges are not possible in cases of inclement weather or habitat closure. 

While we work hard to provide an exceptional guest experience, occasionally habitats, tours, restaurants, transportation, entertainment, or services change or close without notice and without liability due to refurbishing, capacity, weather or special events. A daily listing of changes or closures can be found at the main entrance of both parks. Please check upon arrival.

No. Pets, comfort animals, and emotional support animals are not permitted at the Zoo or Safari Park. Because we house significant populations of rare and endangered species, both the Zoo and the Safari Park are considered to be quarantined facilities. State and federal regulations for such facilities do not allow for the access of pets, comfort animals, or emotional support animals accompanying guests to these facilities. 

We do not offer kennel service at either park. If you will require kennel service during your visit, please use the Contact Us link at the bottom of this page so we may provide a list of local kennels.

Our facilities are open every day of the year, including ALL holidays, rain or shine!

Depending on the extent of rain, some animals (primates, specifically) may choose to go into their off-view areas, although many animals seem unaffected by rain. Animals may be taken off public view for a variety of reasons, including environmental conditions, health issues, and behavioral concerns. In addition, many of our habitats are designed to allow animals to remove themselves from visitor view at any time.  For these reasons, it is not always possible to predict or note these exceptions before the fact.

For a report on current Zoo weather, click here , and for the Safari Park, click here .  Refunds or exchanges are not possible in cases of inclement weather, excessive heat or exhibit closure. 

A 100-acre wildlife park, the San Diego Zoo is home to over 12,000 rare and endangered animals representing more than 650 species and subspecies. Located just north of downtown San Diego in Balboa Park, the Zoo is also an accredited botanical garden, caring for more than 700,000 individual plants, including a prominent accredited collection of close to 13,000 specimens, representing 3,100 species. Guests are invited to take part in exciting educational experiences and create lasting memories, while supporting San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance’s conservation efforts to save wildlife worldwide. A 35-minute Guided Bus Tour gives a good overview of the Zoo, along with a Kangaroo Bus that stops at several locations to assist guests in accessing different areas. We suggest taking the Guided Bus Tour upon your arrival to acquaint yourself with the various areas where you would like to spend additional time. We recommend a minimum visit time of at least three to four hours.

The San Diego Zoo Safari Park is located approximately 35 miles northeast of the Zoo, in Escondido, California. The Safari Park, an 1,800-acre wildlife park, is home to more than 3,600 animals representing over 300 species. More than 1 million guests visit each year, and see wildlife in herds of mixed species, in expansive savanna habitats. The Safari Park also maintains a vast accredited botanical collection of more than 1.3 million plant specimens, representing over 3,700 species. Guests are invited to take part in thrilling safari experiences and create lasting memories, while supporting San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance’s conservation efforts to save wildlife worldwide. We recommend a minimum visit time of at least four hours.

No. The Safari Park is and always has been a walk-through sanctuary in which members and guests can purchase optional guided Safari tours to enhance their visits and get closer to animals. Please see our Safari Tours tab on the Park's home page for more information about these exciting tours and programs! 

Occasionally, nostalgic visitors confuse the Safari Park with an unaffiliated, drive-through animal attraction bearing a similar name that was once located 77 miles north of the Safari Park in the Irvine/Laguna Hills area. That attraction operated from 1970 to 1984. The site was then repurposed and spent 25 years as a water park before becoming what is now a community of upscale apartment homes.

Hours vary throughout the year.

  • For current San Diego Zoo hours, click here .
  • For San Diego Zoo Safari Park hours, click here .

The Zoo and Safari Park are approximately 35 miles apart from each other. The drive time between the two parks is about 45 minutes to one hour, depending on traffic and other factors. The Zoo is located in Balboa Park, just north of downtown San Diego, at 2920 Zoo Drive, San Diego, CA 92108. The Safari Park is located at 15500 San Pasqual Valley Road, Escondido, California 92027.

  • View the San Diego Zoo & Safari Park in a larger map.
  • Further directions for the San Diego Zoo can be found here.  
  • Directions for the Safari Park are here.

San Diego Zoo: The quickest way to the Zoo from the San Diego International Airport is by taxi, an 11-minute, 5-mile ride. Amtrak railway service (800-872-7245) travels up and down the coast between Los Angeles and downtown San Diego. Once your train arrives in San Diego, the quickest way to the Zoo from the Santa Fe Depot is by taxi, a 9-minute, 3 1/2-mile ride. The #7 bus stops at the Zoo. Information about public bus transportation can be found on the web at www.sdcommute.com or by calling 619-233-3004. Useful information can be obtained from the San Diego Visitor Center, 619-236-1242. The center is open daily 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., and is located at 996 North Harbor Drive, San Diego.

Safari Park: Amtrak railway service (800-872-7245) travels up and down the coast between Los Angeles and downtown San Diego, stopping in Oceanside. From Oceanside, a light rail service called the Sprinter travels to Escondido, approximately 22 miles. Once you arrive at the downtown Escondido Transit Center via the Sprinter, the quickest way to the Safari Park is by taxi, an 11-minute, 7-mile ride. You can find more information about the Sprinter on the web at http://www.gonctd.com/sprinter/ or by calling 760-967-2001. There is one public bus that stops at the Safari Park; however, depending upon your departure point, connecting schedules may mean a travel time of approximately 25 minutes from the Escondido Transit Center and up to 3 hours each way from San Diego. Bus service is very limited on weekends and holidays. Information about public bus transportation can be found on the web at www.sdcommute.com or by calling 619-233-3004. Overall, the easiest way to reach the Safari Park is by car. Useful transportation information can be obtained from the Escondido Visitor Center, (760) 839-4777. The center is open daily 10 a.m. to 9 p.m., and is located at 235 E. Grand Ave., Escondido, CA 92025. https://visitescondido.com/info/maps-getting-around/

It's possible, but we don't recommend it. The Zoo and Safari Park are approximately 30 miles apart. Although one can easily enjoy a full day or more at both parks, to visitors with limited time we recommend a minimum of three to four hours to see some of the Zoo and a minimum of four to six hours to experience a portion of the Safari Park. The drive time between the two parks is about 45 minutes to one hour, depending on traffic and other factors.

The Zoo is located in Balboa Park, just north of downtown San Diego, at 2920 Zoo Drive, San Diego, CA 92108. The Safari Park is located at 15500 San Pasqual Valley Road, Escondido, California 92027, a remote area of Escondido. Following the directions on our website, a well-traveled, two-lane country road comprises approximately five of the last six miles leading to the Safari Park. Occasional traffic delays may occur along this road on peak attendance days (holidays; weekends during spring break, summer and December).

Since there is so much to see and experience at our parks, and to get the most from an unhurried visit, we recommend planning a multi-day visit. Because each park requires a separate admission ticket, there are several multi-day ticket options that allow you to enjoy both parks at a relaxed pace!

Yes!  For same-day re-entry, guests should have their hands stamped at the exit, and re-enter through the main turnstiles, showing their tickets and hand stamps.

Members may show their membership cards and ID to re-enter.

Each ticketed supervising adult (age 18+) may bring up to ten (10) youths (ages 15 and younger) to the Zoo and Safari Park.

Children 15 years old and younger must be accompanied by a paid adult age 18+ to enter and throughout their visits to our parks. "Paid adult" includes adults 18+ with valid, unexpired admission, membership, or complimentary tickets.

Yes! The Africa Tram can be enjoyed by guests of all ages.

Smoking (including e-cigarettes) is not permitted anywhere on Zoo or Safari Park grounds or parking lots. Zoo guests should know smoking is not permitted in Balboa Park. Guests who wish to smoke are welcome to have their hands stamped for same-day re-entry when leaving our grounds to smoke.  Please keep your ticket! Safari Park guests should keep their parking receipts to avoid having to pay twice for same-day parking when leaving the parking lot for and returning from smoke breaks.

We recognize the seriousness of food allergies and although we would like to accommodate all guest requirements, as a not-for-profit organization we are unable to do so. Our kitchens are not equipped to prepare food separately for guests who are sensitive to certain ingredients.  Each restaurant can provide an ingredient list for the items available for purchase; however, we cannot assure that other ingredients may not be in the preparation environment. Guests are welcome to bring personal food items into our parks.  Large food storage containers such as coolers are not permitted on grounds and no facilities are available for food storage.

Yes! Guests are welcome to bring their own single-person food supply, in small containers, into our parks. No facilities are available for food storage other than lockers. For the safety of our guests and the wildlife in our care, no large coolers, glass items, alcohol, party trays, candles, balloons, or decorations are allowed on grounds.

Guests are welcome to bring a backpack into our parks.

No. Drones are not permitted on or above Zoo or Safari Park grounds at any time.

The Zoological Society of San Diego does business as San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance. We are committed to high standards of ethical, moral, and legal business conduct. San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance is further dedicated to acting in good faith with those clients or employees who raise concerns regarding incorrect financial reporting, unlawful activity, or otherwise improper conduct. The audit committee, board, and management team at San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance value your input. This is why we have selected EthicsPoint to provide us with an anonymous and confidential method to hear your suggestions, concerns, or report of misconduct. The information you provide will be sent to us by EthicsPoint on a totally confidential and anonymous basis. You have our guarantee that your comments will be heard.

What is misconduct?

  • Theft, fraud, or any other form of dishonesty
  • Harassment or discrimination
  • Accounting or financial irregularities
  • On-the-job drug or alcohol abuse
  • Violence or threatening behavior
  • Violations of laws, regulations, policies, or procedures.

To lodge a formal ethics or misconduct complaint, you can do so either via the web at https://secure.ethicspoint.com/domain/media/en/gui/24939/index.html or by calling 866-287-5716. To lodge a customer service complaint, please use the "Contact Us" link at the bottom of this web page.

We regret your experience did not meet your expectations.  We appreciate constructive feedback to improve our service and guest experience. To lodge a customer service complaint, please click on the "Contact Us" link at the bottom of this web page.

To subscribe to the print edition of our member magazine, San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance Journal , contact Membership Department, P.O. Box 120271, San Diego, CA 92112. 

Yes. We are honored to welcome guests to our two world-renowned wildlife sanctuaries—the San Diego Zoo and San Diego Zoo Safari Park—and we strive to ensure that every guest’s visit is special. Therefore, we ask our guests to respect our wildlife, our valued team members, our volunteers, and each other. 

Guest behavior that is unlawful, disruptive, offensive, or objectionable could be cause for either the Zoo or Safari Park to refuse admission and/or remove the offender from our premises. If serious enough, local law enforcement and legal action may follow. Thank you in advance for respecting each other, our team members, our volunteers, and the wildlife in our care during your visit.

Getting Involved

All current employment opportunities are listed on our website. Please visit  visit our Jobs pages here to view current opportunities. Keep in mind that we have an electronic application process and no longer accept paper resumes or applications. Unsolicited resumes are not kept on file. If offered employment, you must be able to present proof of citizenship or legal right to work in the US.

Please visit our Volunteers page for volunteer opportunities at both the San Diego Zoo and San Diego Zoo Safari Park.

San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance is a not-for-profit organization that works to conserve endangered species through management plans for our collections and for individual species. We are unable to accept animal or plant donations, because to do so would mean that we would have less room for the species with which we are currently working.

All potential products for every area have to go through San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance's Purchasing Department. Due to the large number of requests we receive, we ask that all inquiries to our buyers’ office be made in writing. You may send a cover letter along with a prospectus or a catalog to: Purchasing Department, San Diego Zoo, P.O. Box 120551, San Diego, CA 92112. Please understand that due to the large volume of inquiries received, this office cannot personally respond to each request.  A representative of this office will respond if an inquiry shows promise.

The San Diego Zoo’s policies require that all media requests be screened by our Public Relations office. Media are asked to contact 619-685-3291 or email [email protected] for assistance.

As you can imagine, we receive hundreds of emails each week from guests requesting an interview with our wildlife care specialists. We are unable to accommodate all such requests as this would take our wildlife care staff away from their primary responsibilities to the animals in their care. Information about animal species may be found on our San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance Animals & Plants website .

The Zoo is located adjacent to downtown’s Balboa Park. San Diego Zoo 2920 Zoo Drive San Diego CA 92101 619-231-1515

  • Further directions for the San Diego Zoo can be found here.  

We're happy to match speakers with interested groups when possible. As a not-for-profit we charge a speaker fee which helps off-set our costs and funds our mission. The non-profit organization speaker fee starts at $400. The minimum for-profit organization speaker fee starts at $600 and up. Fee covers speaker up to one hour and does not include a wildlife presentation or filming/recording fees. If your group is interested, please complete this form CLICK HERE and we will contact you.

Please visit our website at zoomember.org/verify to confirm the current expiration date of your membership.

The quickest and easiest way to purchase or renew is online. Please click the MEMBERSHIP link at the top of this page to get started! Then click JOIN or RENEW on the subsequent page.

If you do not have your Membership ID number, please call 619-231-0251 any day after 8:30 a.m. Please do not purchase a new membership.

Thank you for renewing your membership with San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance! Our data files are updated on a regular basis, and in this case, the subsequent renewal reminder you received was generated prior to the database refreshment. Please disregard the notice.

Yes! The person who uses the admission ticket may apply a 1-Day Pass or a 2-Visit Pass admission ticket toward the purchase of any qualifying membership for him- or herself. Admission ticket and receipt must be presented in person at any ticket window at either park on the initial visit date. Guests who are unable to do so on the initial visit date may bring the ticket along with original receipt to any ticket window at either park within 7 days of initial visit.

Guest who are unable to return in person can click here for instructions and a form to be completed and mailed with the ticket.  Must be postmarked within 7 days of visit.

Not applicable to renewing current memberships or membership upgrades. Valid on new memberships only.

Applied tickets must be submitted at the time of upgrade and therefore cannot be transacted online or over the phone.

Yes! Please click on the MEMBERSHIP link at the top this page to get started! Then click JOIN or RENEW on the subsequent page.

Please call 619-231-0251 any day after 8:30 a.m. Pacific time to speak with a membership representative.

Membership can be purchased in person at any ticket window at the San Diego Zoo and San Diego Zoo Safari Park during operating hours.

Please visit our Membership page to see the benefits of membership!

Yes! Membership is valid for admission to the San Diego Zoo and San Diego Zoo Safari Park. Daily hours vary seasonally. Membership includes admission to seasonal entertainment at both parks. Blockout dates apply to San Diego Resident and Wildlife Protector non-premium levels. Please view our list of current blockout dates.

Yes! All memberships include complimentary access to the Guided Bus Tour and Kangaroo Bus at the Zoo. While we work hard to provide an exceptional guest experience, occasionally habitats, tours, restaurants, transportation, entertainment, or services change or close without notice and without liability due to refurbishing, capacity, weather or special events. A daily listing of changes or closures can be found at the main entrance of both parks. Please check upon arrival. 

Yes! All memberships include complimentary access to general boarding on Africa Tram at the Safari Park.

Wildlife Champion members and higher, along with their designated accompanying guests, enjoy complimentary priority boarding on the Safari Park's Africa Tram.

Children with Wildlife Explorer memberships can also access complimentary priority boarding when accompanied by a Wildlife Champion or higher member.

Additional members of your party exceeding the designated accompanying guest benefit count can purchase priority boarding for the Safari Park at a discounted rate available to your membership level.  Please inquire upon arrival.

While we work hard to provide an exceptional guest experience, occasionally habitats, tours, restaurants, transportation, entertainment, or services change or close without notice and without liability due to refurbishing, capacity, weather, or special events. A daily listing of changes or closures can be found at the main entrance of both parks. Please check upon arrival.

Yes! Please check our Wild Perks page for your discount perks!

Blockout dates apply to Resident and Wildlife Protector (non-premium) levels. Please view our list of current Resident and Wildlife Protector blockout dates . Upgrade to Premium level to enjoy the Zoo and Safari Park every day of the year!

No.  Guest Passes are valid through the date printed on the ticket. No extensions or waivers are permitted.

Expired, unused Guest Passes can be exchanged in person only for a 25% discount toward the purchase of a current 1-Day Pass ticket at any ticket window.  Only one discount per ticket.

Depending on your level of membership, your payment, less the fair market value of the goods and services received, might be considered deductible for income tax purposes. As we are unable to provide tax advice, please see your tax advisor or contact the I.R.S. for guidance.

We do not offer a “family” membership. Adults and children have separate memberships and pricing. Youths ages 3–17 are eligible only for our San Diego Zoo Wildlife Explorer membership. All adult memberships are for individuals 18 years of age or older—no exceptions.  Please click on the MEMBERSHIP link at the top of this page to get started!

Starting with Wildlife Protector, all levels (except San Diego Resident) are available to those who live outside San Diego County. 

No, our standard membership prices apply for persons with a disability. Members with a disability can bring one adult attendant (18+) free of charge each visit day. For more information, stop by any ticket window at either park.

Yes! Seniors age 65 and up who reside in San Diego County receive a 10% discount off the current price of San Diego Resident, Resident Premium, Wildlife Protector, and Wildlife Protector Premium memberships. Seniors age 65 and up who reside outside San Diego County receive a 10% discount off the current price of Wildlife Protector and Wildlife Protector Premium memberships. To obtain the discount, Seniors age 65+ will need to present a valid photo ID and proof of age upon their first visit to either park to pick up a membership card and coupons.

Yes! Students who reside in San Diego County receive a 10% discount off the current price of a San Diego Resident, Resident Premium, Wildlife Protector and Wildlife Protector Premium memberships. Students who reside outside San Diego County receive a 10% discount off the current price of Wildlife Protector and Wildlife Protector Premium memerships. To obtain the discount, students must purchase a new membership in person and present valid photo ID and proof of current student enrollment upon their first visit to either park to pick up membership card and coupons.  

To confirm your membership card is valid to use at the San Diego Zoo or San Diego Zoo Safari Park, simply use this link to enter your member card barcode number to verify your Membership can be used for admission today: Member Card Verify . Adults 18+ must present a valid form of photo ID along with a valid membership card in the adult's name to gain admission to our Parks. Re-entry to our parks will also require a hand stamp. If you have additional questions regarding your card status, please stop by any ticket window at the San Diego Zoo or Safari Park during operating hours. Memberships always expire on the last day of the month, regardless of the day you joined.

Whenever possible, we take advantage of nonprofit postage rates. Nonprofit mail can take a little longer to reach you, but it reduces expenses considerably. Please allow 3-4 weeks for your membership card to reach you. Adult membership cards are mailed separately from children's membership cards and may arrive on different days. If you selected Green Delivery, you will not receive a membership card in the mail.

Yes! If you want to visit before receiving your membership card(s) in the mail, stop by any ticket window and show your valid photo ID to receive replacement cards and Guest Admission coupons. Please note, your new membership card will have a new barcode. When your original membership cards arrive in the mail, please destroy them as they will no longer be active and valid.

Yes! On your next visit to either park, please go to any ticket window during operating hours, present a valid photo ID, and we will verify your membership and replace your membership card for a nominal service fee. Please note, your new membership card will have a new barcode. Should you find your missing/lost membership card, please destroy it as it will no longer be active and valid.

Memberships are nontransferable and a valid photo ID is required for adults 18+ to gain admission to our parks. This also protects our members if their cards are lost or stolen. As a nonprofit organization that relies on membership and attendance for support, we appreciate your attention to this detail of your membership benefits.

No, we do not have reciprocal membership agreements with any other zoos or organizations.

No, we do not have reciprocal membership agreements with any other zoos or affiliated organizations.

No. Memberships become active immediately upon purchase, are non-refundable and cannot be suspended or delayed.

Members with membership benefits that include accompanying guest privileges must accompany the same guest during their entire visit. Guests re-entering must obtain a hand stamp and be accompanied by the original member. Visits are defined as one day, either park, entry and/or re-entry.

No, memberships are nontransferable and a valid photo ID is required for adults 18+ to gain admission to our parks. This also protects our members if their cards are lost or stolen. As a nonprofit organization that relies on membership and attendance for support, we appreciate your attention to this detail of your membership benefits.

No, memberships are nontransferable and are valid only for the person whose name appears on the card. As a nonprofit organization that relies on membership and attendance for support, we appreciate your attention to this detail of your membership benefits.

Yes! Just stop by any ticket window at either the San Diego Zoo or San Diego Zoo Safari Park during operating hours to verify your membership purchase and acquire any Guest Admission coupons associated with your membership.

Yes! As long your membership is current, you can stop by any ticket window at either park during operating hours, present your membership card and a valid photo ID, and we can reprint any unused Guest Admission coupons issued in conjunction with the current membership term.

No. Access will be denied to our parks in the event of fraud or misuse of the membership benefits and the membership will be withdrawn from any person whose conduct is deemed to be inappropriate in the absolute discretion of San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance. Inappropriate conduct includes, but is not limited to, allowing or assisting a third party to attempt to gain unauthorized or improper access to any park with a membership of which they are not the valid member or any unauthorized re-sale of Memberships, Tickets, Complimentary Tickets, Coupons, or any other benefits associated with this Membership. For the avoidance of doubt, no refund or compensation will be given in such circumstances.

Unused Guest Admission coupons issued in conjunction with the current membership term will be accepted through the current expiration date of the associated membership. Memberships always expire on the last day of the month, regardless of the day you joined.

You may submit address/email/phone number changes in person at any ticket window at the San Diego Zoo or San Diego Zoo Safari Park during operating hours. Please be prepared to show your membership card and valid photo ID (ID required if 18+).

You can also call our Membership Department daily, after 8:30 a.m., at 619-231-0251.

Early hours  are an exclusive benefit for our San Diego Resident Premium members, Wildlife Protector Premium members, Wildlife Guardians, Wildlife Champions, President's Clubs, and Circle of Friends. For more information, please see our Early Hours page.

This Pass was retired many years ago, and is not the same as the San Diego Resident and San Diego Resident Premium membership levels currently offered.

We are committed to our members and our growing alliance for wildlife, and as part of this expansion we are also offering a wider variety of options to meet the financial needs of our members. We are happy that we can now offer discounted rates for limited admission, an expanded senior discount, and less zip code restrictions!  

San Diego Resident memberships are available to anyone living in San Diego County. San Diego County includes the area from the Mexico Border up to and including Camp Pendleton, east to Borrego Springs, through Julian and down to Campo. It does not include Temecula, Palm Springs or El Centro, as these cities are outside of San Diego County. See complete list of eligible locations .

The member can either go to a ticket window and upgrade their membership to a Premium version to visit that day, or return on a non-blockout day.

Each Guest Pass may be used for one person, for one-time use only. The member does not have to be present for their guests to enter with unexpired, unused coupons.

Yes! Members who qualify for Early Hours must accompany their visitors using Guest Passes.

We offer an accompanying guest benefit starting at the Wildlife Champion level.

We are committed to growing our alliance by offering a wider variety of options to meet the financial needs of our members. For this reason, we have discontinued offering dual memberships.

Former Annual Pass members who do not live in San Diego County and whose memberships have lapsed are welcome to renew at the Wildlife Protector levels or higher. 

All San Diego Resident and San Diego Resident Premium members must live within the established Zip Code range to qualify for this level.

Yes! There are no blockout dates for 50% off Discount Admission Coupons, and members do not have to accompany guests purchasing admission and using a 50% off Discount Admission Coupon.

Yes! We recommend advance reservations, by calling 619-718-3000 daily after 8:30 a.m. Pacific Time.

Yes! Please visit ShopZoo.com , to shop in our online store. 

We offer a Shopper’s Pass, which allows you to enter the Zoo or the Safari Park and shop.

At the Zoo, purchase a 1-Day Pass at the regular price and shop for 30 minutes. Once shopping, if you desire more time, you can extend your pass up to 60 minutes total. Just inform any shop employee that more time is needed. Return before your time is up and your 1-Day Pass purchase price will be refunded.

At the Safari Park, purchase a 1-Day Pass at the regular price and shop for 45 minutes. Return before your time is up and your 1-Day Pass purchase price will be refunded.

Happy shopping!

Yes!  San Diego Zoo Gift Cards make the perfect gift!  Gift cards are valid toward Zoo and Safari Park admission packages, gift shop and food stand purchases, tours and education programs, Zoo memberships, and more. Best of all, they never expire!

You have several options to purchase Gift Cards: you can call our Reservation Sales office at 619-718-3000, or purchase them at any of our gift shops or ticket windows at both the Zoo and the Safari Park.

Gift cards can also be purchased online, by scrolling to the bottom of our Tickets and Packages web store page .

Lost or stolen Gift Cards cannot be replaced. Gift cards cannot be redeemed for online purchases.

By using a number of security technologies in our websites, we maintain the privacy of your information as a priority. Read more about our privacy policy.

Tickets & Discounts

No reservations are required to visit our parks.

Yes, 1-Day Pass Any Day tickets are valid for one entrance any day for one year from the date of purchase. Tickets are non-refundable and non-exchangeable once purchased. No reservation required.  Ticket cannot be combined with any discount, offer, or promotion.

No, the 1-Day Pass Any Day ticket requires pre-purchase and allows flexibility to visit on any day, one year from the date of purchase. Tickets are non-refundable and non-exchangeable once purchased. No reservation required. 

Coupons are subject to rules and regulations printed on each coupon. Some coupons can be applied to 1-Day Pass Any Day tickets online, other coupons/offers must be presented at the ticket window and redeemed on that day. Coupons are not applicable on Value Day tickets.    

No. The 1-Day Pass Value Days tickets are only valid only on predetermined Value Days, up to one year from date of purchase. See calendar for details. No reservation required. Ticket cannot be combined with any discount, offer, or promotion.   

Valid 1-Day Pass Value Days tickets can be upgraded at any ticket window on date of visit for an additional cost. No reservation required. Value Days ticket cannot be combined with any other discount, offer, or promotion.  

No. The 1-Day Pass Value Days ticket cannot be combined with any other discount, offer, or promotion.  

Yes, discount coupons and promotions can be applied toward the purchase of a 1-Day Pass Any Day ticket at any ticket window on the day of visit. Coupons are not applicable on Value Days tickets.    

Please click here for Zoo admission prices and here for Safari Park admission prices. Children visiting either park who are younger than 3 years of age are free.

At the San Diego Zoo , the 1-Day Pass package includes Zoo admission with unlimited use of Guided Bus Tour, Express Bus, Skyfari Aerial Tram, and all exhibits and shows (all subject to availability).

At the San Diego Zoo Safari Park , the 1-Day Pass package includes Park admission with unlimited use of the Africa Tram and all exhibits and shows (all subject to availability).

While we work hard to provide an exceptional guest experience, occasionally exhibits, tours, restaurants, transportation, entertainment or other services change or close without notice and without liability due to refurbishing, capacity, weather or special events. A daily listing of changes or closures can be found at the main entrance of both parks. Please check upon arrival.

Yes! Purchased admission tickets are valid through the date printed on the ticket. Complimentary admission tickets (including member Guest Passes) are valid through the date printed on the ticket and may include block out dates, also printed on the ticket. No extensions or waivers are permitted.

Expired, unused purchased and complimentary tickets can be exchanged in person only for a 25% discount toward the purchase of a current 1-Day Pass ticket at any ticket window.  Only one discount per ticket.

Yes! All tickets are valid throughout the day on the printed expiration date.

Print at Home tickets are valid for one year from the date of purchase. Expiration dates are printed on tickets (be sure to note the year!) 

As noted in the Terms and Conditions on our website, all tickets purchased online are nonrefundable/nonreturnable. We are unable to issue exchanges or refunds after an online purchase has been made.

No AAA or Senior discounts can be applied toward print at home tickets. These offers must be redeemed at the San Diego Zoo or San Diego Zoo Safari Park ticket windows by presenting your AAA card or photo ID (seniors).

Your Print at Home ticket can only be scanned once at the turnstile, regardless of how many copies you have.

You have several delivery options when purchasing your tickets online. After completing the Billing screen, the Delivery Information screen allows you to choose the ticket delivery method that best suits your needs. Selecting the Print at Home delivery method allows you to print your tickets using your home or office computer and printer. Your tickets are emailed to you with a pdf attachment. Print the attachment and bring your printed tickets to the main entrance to be admitted to either park.  You can click here for a free download of Adobe Acrobat Reader to view and print your tickets. 

Please configure your spam or junk mail filter to allow emails with attachments from [email protected] .If you are unable to retrieve your tickets, please present your order number, valid ID and the credit card used to make the purchase at any ticket window upon arrival and we can reprint your tickets at that time. 

All ticket packages can be purchased in person at either park.

A discount promotion code may be applied when you are in the online store's shopping cart area.

Your confirmation email and attached tickets come from [email protected] . Occasionally, our delivery emails will end up inside your junk mail or spam folder, so be sure to check these folders if our email has not arrived in your inbox. A good precaution is to make sure the domain [email protected] is on your email client's address book and safe senders list. All order emails are sent to the email address you provided on the order form, so please be sure that's the email account you're checking!

Yes, the credit card used to make your online or telephone purchase and valid form of ID are required when picking up tickets at our windows and kiosks.

A "pending hold" is a banking industry practice of authorizing electronic transactions made with a debit or credit card and holding this balance as unavailable either until the merchant clears the transaction (also called "settlement") or the hold "drops off."

More than one hold can appear on the account when a guest inadvertently charges a card multiple times during the same transaction (usually by repeatedly clicking on "Submit Order"). Basically, each time a debit or credit card number is submitted, it is transmitted as an electronic inquiry to determine if funds are available to cover the potential transaction. The bank automatically places a hold on the amount(s) and retains the funds until the merchant clears or "settles" the transaction, usually at the close of business each day. The issuing bank still has your money (which is why it is "pending"), and these holds usually drop off after one to three business days, depending on the issuing bank's policy.

Whenever possible, no earlier than 24 hours after the initial transaction and at the issuing bank's request on letterhead, we are happy to assist in resolving "pending hold" issues. It's important to note that while a request to release a hold can be made, not all banks will honor one. And even if they do, the release of funds may not be instant. Ultimately, merchants (such as the San Diego Zoo and Safari Park) do not have the ability to release an authorization hold; the only entity that can do so is the issuing card's bank.

If a refund is approved, it may take up to 1–2 weeks to receive your refund, depending upon your bank's refund processing timeline.

Yes! AAA members who show their valid AAA membership cards at ticket windows located at the San Diego Zoo and the San Diego Zoo Safari Park receive 10% off a 1-Day Pass. Valid for up to 6 people. Discount cannot be combined with any other coupon or offer. AAA discount cannot be applied online or by phone as guests need to present their AAA card in person at any ticket window to receive the discount.

Yes! Eligible airline and cruise line employees presenting a company-issued picture identification badge or CLIA card and one accompanying guest will receive a 10% discount off the 1-Day Pass at the Zoo and Safari Park ticket windows. All other accompanying guests pay the full ticket price at any ticket window at the same time the airline/cruise line ticket is processed. Discount cannot be combined with any other coupon or offer.

Yes! Groups of 15 or more paying admission receive a 10% discount off the 1-Day Pass. Groups of 100 or more paying admission receive a 15% discount off the 1-Day Pass. Advance reservations are strongly recommended.

For your convenience, we offer Meal Vouchers, accepted at participating restaurants. Meal vouchers can be redeemed at participating restaurants for an entree combo or child's plate and a non-alcoholic drink. Meal Vouchers eliminate the need for cash at restaurants and may save on the cost of purchasing items à la carte. Meal Vouchers include an informational flyer detailing participating restaurants and items offered at each park. Our restaurants throughout both parks are committed to providing a wide selection of high-quality, delicious all-American or international fare, snacks, and healthful alternatives.

Group reservations and Meal Vouchers can be arranged through our Reservation Sales Department at 619-718-3000, open daily at 8:30 a.m.

Discounts are not offered on Tours, Safaris or other Special Experiences or Programs.

Yes! Military discounts—for United States Active Duty military—are valid every day of the year during our regular scheduled operation, including ALL holidays. Visit as often as you wish! The discount is not valid for special ticketed events or programs.

I’m United States Active Duty military. What do I need to visit?

United States Active Duty military personnel, with a valid ID, do not require a ticket for admission to the Zoo or the Safari Park. Valid military ID must be presented at time of arrival. All guests ages 3 and older who are accompanying U.S. Active Duty military are required to have a ticket or a membership. 

Active duty U.S. Armed Forces personnel * receive all the benefits of our 1-Day Pass admission to the San Diego Zoo and the San Diego Zoo Safari Park upon presenting a Common Access Card (CAC) or Uniformed Services ID Card at our gates. Complimentary admission is reserved exclusively for active duty service members upon presenting valid ID. Special ticketed events or programs are not included.

U.S. Active Duty military who for any reason are unable to present valid active duty ID are not eligible for free entrance and will be required to purchase non-refundable admission to enter our parks. 

U.S. Active Duty military spouses and eligible immediate dependents receive a 10% discount off the 1-Day Pass at both the Zoo and Safari Park and do not need to be accompanied by an active duty member of the Armed Forces. Just show your valid dependent ID card at any ticket window!

Retirees and veterans: We do not offer a discount at our parks; however, we work with MWR Departments on board local military installations to offer discount packages for U.S. military retirees, veterans and others. Please contact your military MWR Ticket Office for discount requirements on ticket purchases.

At the Zoo, the 1-Day Pass includes Zoo admission with unlimited use of the Guided Bus Tour, Kangaroo Bus, Skyfari aerial tram, and viewing of habitats and regularly scheduled presentations (subject to availability). Special ticketed events and programs are not included. At the Safari Park, the 1-Day Pass includes Park admission with unlimited use of the Africa Tram, and viewing of habitats and regularly scheduled presentations (subject to availability). Special ticketed events and programs are not included. Safari Park parking is not free.

*Includes active duty members of the United States Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, and Coast Guard; members of the Reserve components (Ready Reserve, National Guard, and Reservists in training); and cadets of service academies and the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy. Civilians are not included.

No. San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance is a self-supporting, not-for-profit conservation organization that raises funds to maintain its parks, provide state-of-the-art animal care for endangered species, and pursue conservation efforts around the world. Most of our funds are raised through admission and on-grounds sales at our parks. Unlike most zoos in the US, we are not largely supported by municipal, state, or federal funds. In the interest of supporting our conservation mission, we do not offer complimentary or discount admission to members of other zoos or affiliated organizations.

Yes! Seniors age 65 and over who reside in San Diego County receive a 10% discount off the current price of a San Diego Resident, Resident Premium, Wildlife Protector, and Wildlife Protector Premium memberships. Seniors age 65 and over who reside in outside San Diego County receive a 10% discount off the current price of a Wildlife Protector and Wildlife Protector Premium memberships. To obtain the discount, Seniors age 65+ will need to present valid photo ID and proof of age upon their first visit to either park to pick up membership card and coupons.

Yes! Students 18 and older who reside in San Diego County receive a 10% discount off the current price of a San Diego Resident, Resident Premium, Wildlife Protector and Wildlife Protector Premium memberships. Students who reside outside San Diego County receive a 10% discount off the current price of Wildlife Protector and Wildlife Protector Premium memberships. To obtain the discount, students must purchase a new membership in person and present valid photo ID and proof of current student enrollment upon their first visit to either park to pick up membership card and coupons.  

Yes! Travel agents, wholesalers, and tour operators presenting a valid IATA or IATAN card with picture ID and one accompanying guest receive a 10% discount off the 1-Day Pass at the Zoo and the Safari Park ticket windows. All other accompanying guests pay the full ticket price at any ticket window at the same time the travel agent ticket is processed. Discount cannot be combined with any other coupon or offer.

No. The Zoo and Safari Park no longer offer a single free admission day (traditionally called Founder's Day). Instead, the entire month of October is now "Kids Free" with free admission (entrance only) offered to children 11 years and younger at both the Zoo and the Safari Park.

Each year, from October 1–31, in honor of our Zoo’s founding, youths 11 years of age and younger are granted free entrance to the Zoo and Safari Park when accompanied during their visit by an adult age 18+ with a vaild form of entry (membership, admission ticket, U.S. military ID, etc.). Youths 2 years of age and younger are always free. Anyone younger than 15 must be accompanied by a paid (admission or member) adult 18+ during their visits to the Zoo and the Safari Park.

Adults may purchase their admission ticket(s) or memberships online, by phone, or day of at any ticket window at the Zoo or Safari Park. Qualifying youths ages 11 and younger entering free do not need a ticket to enter. October Kids Free entrance includes the Africa Tram* at the Safari Park; and the Guided Bus Tour*, Kangaroo Bus*, and Skyfari aerial tram* at the Zoo (*subject to availability). During Kids Free month, a 4D Theater add-on is available at the Zoo for additional cost for ages 3 and older, and can be purchased at any ticket window upon arrival.

San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance is a nonprofit organization that supports other nonprofit organizations in Southern California by providing charitable contributions in the form of complimentary tickets good for the San Diego Zoo or the San Diego Zoo Safari Park. Each eligible organization may receive a maximum of two (2) complimentary 1-Day Pass tickets per organization per calendar year.

San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance requires that   these certain criteria   be met in order to be considered for ticket donations.

Due to the volume of requests we receive, we are unable to respond to telephone inquiries and we cannot accept requests sent by email or fax.

Our organization works with local hospitals and wish support organizations to accommodate individuals of all ages and families in need. These organizations fall within the state and federally instituted not-for-profit guidelines we are required to follow. We encourage individuals and families with specific needs to contact one of these organizations for additional information and to arrange a visit.

As a nonprofit organization, which itself raises funds to support our mission, San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance is unable to raise funds or provide grants to sponsor other organizations.   We are unable to provide complimentary Special Experiences, Safaris, Tours, or Programs at our parks.

Seasonal Events

The San Diego Zoo Safari Park's Autumn Festival activities are scheduled on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays in October. During Autumn Festival weekends, the Safari Park is open until 7 p.m.

Autumn Festival is included with Safari Park admission and/or membership.

During October, youths ages 11 and younger are free at the Zoo or Safari Park, when accompanied by an adult with a valid form of admission. This includes Autumn Festival, a special event scheduled on October weekends at the Safari Park. For all other months in the year, ages 3–11 pay a Child admission price, while ages 2 and younger are admitted free to the Zoo and Safari Park.

Autumn Festival is scheduled on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays in October at the Safari Park. Activities and entertainment include live music, wildlife insights from Safari Parker, and more. Seasonal foods will be available for purchase at various locations. During Autumn Festival weekends, the Safari Park is open until 7 p.m. 

Spring Safari Featuring Butterfly Jungle at the Safari Park is scheduled March 18–May 14, 2023.

During Spring Safari Featuring Butterfly Jungle at the San Diego Zoo Safari Park—March 18–May 14, 2023—the Butterfly Jungle habitat will be open daily to Butterfly Jungle Safari participants, with check-in for this 20-minute premium experience available from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. 

Butterfly Jungle Safari requires an additional ticket for ages 1 and older. It is purchased separately from and is not included with Safari Park admission or membership. All Butterfly Jungle visitors age 1 and older—including members—must reserve and purchase a timed ticket for Butterfly Jungle.  Safari Park admission or membership is separate and required.

Yes. All guests age 1 and older (including members and nonmembers) will need a date- and time-specific Butterfly Jungle Safari ticket to visit Butterfly Jungle. Park admission or membership is separate and required.

In addition to the 20-minute Butterfly Jungle Safari , selected Roar & Snore Safaris  are also available that include an All Access Pass to Butterfly Jungle.  

Yes. The Zoo and the Safari Park are both open every day, including holidays.

No. To maintain the high-quality care provided to all our wildlife residents, our parks never display fireworks.

The San Diego Zoo's HalGLOWeen activities are scheduled on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays in October. During HalGLOWeen, the Zoo is open until 9 p.m.

HalGLOWeen is included with San Diego Zoo admission and/or membership.

During October, youths ages 11 and younger are free at the Zoo or Safari Park, when accompanied by an adult with a valid form of admission. This includes HalGLOWeen, a special event at the San Diego Zoo on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays in October. For all other months in the year, youths ages 3–11 pay a Child admission price, while those 2 and younger are admitted free to the Zoo and Safari Park.

HalGLOWeen includes a variety of special activities,  entertainment,  costumed characters, live music, and Halloween decor. 

For our younger guests who choose to celebrate the Halloween season, individuals who are 11 years of age and younger may dress in their favorite family friendly Halloween costume—as long as the costumes adhere to our costume guidelines (listed below).

Guests who choose to dress in costume to celebrate the Halloween season must follow these guidelines:

  • Costumes should be family friendly and may not be not obstructive, offensive, or violent.
  • Children 11 years of age or younger may wear masks. However masks must not obstruct vision, and eyes must always be visible.
  • Costumes should not contain sharp objects, pointed objects, or materials that may accidentally strike another guest.
  • Lightsabers, water pistols, swords, or any other accessories that could be mistaken for an actual weapon are not permitted.
  • Costumes should not drag on the ground. 

San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance reserves the right to deny admission to or remove any person wearing attire that is considered inappropriate.

Thank you for your understanding.

Jungle Bells Proudly Supported by California Coast Credit Union is scheduled on select dates in December. The San Diego Zoo is open from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. during this event.

Jungle Bells is included with Zoo admission or membership.

Santa Claus makes appearances at both the Zoo and the Safari Park during the holiday season, included with admission and/or membership.  

Jungle Bells includes live music and entertainment, seasonal decorations, visits with Santa Claus, and tasty food options. 

Each year, from October 1–31, in honor of our Zoo’s founding, youths 11 years of age and younger are granted free entrance to the Zoo and Safari Park when accompanied during their visit by an adult age 18+ with a vaild form of entry (membership, admission ticket, U.S. military ID, etc.). Youths ages 2 and younger are always free. Anyone younger than 15 must be accompanied by a paid (admission or member) adult 18+ during their visits to the Zoo and the Safari Park.

Adults may purchase their admission ticket(s) or memberships online, by phone, or day of at any ticket window at the Zoo or Safari Park. Qualifying youths ages 11 and younger entering free do not need a ticket to enter. October Kids Free entrance includes the Africa Tram* at the Safari Park; and the Guided Bus Tour*, Kangaroo Bus*, and Skyfari Aerial Tram* at the Zoo (*subject to availability). An optional 4D Theater add-on is available at the Zoo for ages 3–11, and can be purchased at any ticket window upon arrival.

During the month of October, youths 11 years of age and younger get free admission to both the San Diego Zoo and Safari Park, when accompanied by an adult. During the entire year, youths age 2 and younger are admitted free, when accompanied by an adult.

Adults must use their valid active membership, pass, or admission ticket to enter the Zoo or Safari Park at any time during operating hours—including during Kids Free month. During the month of October, youths 11 years of age and younger are free.

During our October Kids Free event, each ticketed supervising adult may bring up to ten (10) youths (ages 11 and younger) free.

Valid active duty military receive complimentary admission for themselves. Please bring your valid active duty CAC card with you. During the month of October, your children ages 11 and younger are free.

Nighttime Zoo at the San Diego Zoo takes place May 26–September 4, 2023. Nighttime Zoo offers a variety of special activities, entertainment, and extended Zoo hours.

No Nighttime Zoo entertainment is scheduled on Monday, August 21. Zoo hours are 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. on that date.

Nighttime Zoo , the San Diego Zoo's summer celebration, is included with San Diego Zoo admission and/or membership.

Nighttime Zoo includes live music and entertainment, special activities, and much more. For detailed information and schedules, visit the Nighttime Zoo webpage during the 2023 event. 

For more information, visit the Zoo's Nighttime Zoo webpage .

Some but not all wildlife are visible after dark. At any time, many animals have the ability to choose whether they will be in or out of viewable areas.

The entire month of February 2024 is Seniors Free month at the Safari Park. Guests ages 65 and up with a valid photo ID receive free admission all month long. Parking is not included.

Yes!  Guests age 65+ must present a valid photo ID at the entrance to receive complimentary entrance valid that day only at the Safari Park during the month of February 2024. Parking not included.

No, reservations are not required to visit our parks.

No, Seniors Free month is only valid for a 1-Day Pass admission to the Safari Park during the month of February 2024. Senior guests must be age 65+ and show a valid photo ID at the entrance to enter free. Parking not included.

No, general parking is not free and is paid upon arrival (parking is included with donor-level memberships). For members and guests who prefer to park a bit closer to the entrance on a level surface, we offer Preferred Parking on weekends and holidays for an additional fee https://sdzsafaripark.org/plan-your-visit# .  (Unlike city street parking, parking fees include our spaces reserved for guests with disabled person placards.)

Only if the guest is age 65+ and shows a valid photo ID at the entrance during the month of February 2024. Otherwise, guests younger than age 65 require a valid form of admission or membership. Parking not included.

Yes, group visits are welcome!  Click Contact Us to provide us with your information, and we will be happy to assist you with arranging your visit.

Guests ages 65+ who show a valid photo ID at the entrance may enter the Safari Park free during the month of February 2024. Parking not included.

Yes. Guests age 65+ must present a valid photo ID at the entrance to receive complimentary entrance valid that day only at the Safari Park during the month of February 2024. Parking not included.

No, Seniors Free is only valid for admission to the Safari Park during the month of February 2024. Senior guests must be ages 65+ with valid photo ID to enter free. All other months, senior guests 65+ receive a 10% discount on the 1-Day Pass with a valid photo ID. Parking not included.  

Guests age 65+ with valid photo ID receive a complimentary 1-Day Pass ticket to the Safari Park. This includes Africa Tram* and all regularly scheduled experiences* (*subject to availability). Parking not included.  

Yes, guests age 65+ with valid photo ID receive a complimentary 1-Day Pass ticket to the Safari Park during February 2024 Seniors Free month. This includes Africa Tram* and all regularly scheduled experiences* (*subject to availability). Parking not included.  

Yes, guests ages 65+ with valid photo ID may enter the Safari Park free every day during the month of February 2024. Parking not included.

No. Memberships are non-transferrable. Guests must be age 65+ with a valid photo ID to enter the Safari Park free during the month of February 2024. Guests younger than age 65 require a valid form of admission or membership. As always, members are welcome to bring a guest using their guest admission coupons.  

The San Diego Zoo Safari Park welcomes all guests. We have several services to help all of our guests enjoy their visit. For more information, please see our page devoted to guests with disabilities . Parking not included.  (Rental wheelchairs and ECVs are limited and are available on a first-come, first-service basis and tend to sell out frequently.)

No, Seniors Free month is only valid for free admission to the Safari Park during the month of February 2024. Senior guests must be age 65+ with valid photo ID to enter free. All members receive Wild Perks discounts on Safaris. Parking not included.

Spring Safari is included with Safari Park admission and/or membership. Butterfly Jungle Safari requires an additional ticket for ages 1 and older. It is purchased separately from and is not included with Safari Park admission or membership. All Butterfly Jungle visitors—including members—of all ages, must reserve and purchase a timed ticket for Butterfly Jungle. Safari Park admission or membership is separate and required.

Spring Safari activities include live music, entertainment, and wildlife encounters. Seasonal food items are available at Park dining venues.   Butterfly Jungle Safari requires an additional ticket for all ages. It is purchased separately from and is not included with Safari Park admission or membership. All Butterfly Jungle visitors—including members—of all ages, must reserve and purchase a timed ticket for Butterfly Jungle. Safari Park admission or membership is separate and required.

During Spring Safari Featuring Butterfly Jungle, Safari Park hours are 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., March 18–May 14. For more information, including specific entertainment and activity times, please visit the Safari Park's Spring Safari webpage , which is updated during the event.

Wild Holidays is scheduled on selected dates in November and December. The San Diego Zoo Safari Park is open from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. during this event, with Wild Holidays festivities beginning at 4 p.m.

The Safari Park's Wild Holidays activities and entertainment are included with Safari Park admission or membership. 

During the Safari Park's Wild Holidays, guests can enjoy a dazzling winter wonderland of seasonal entertainment and special activities. 

Santa Claus makes appearances at both parks during the holiday season, included with membership and admission! 

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 Welcome to the San Diego Zoo Safari Park, where life-changing moments happen daily. Set out on safari and discover 1,800 acres of sprawling savannas teeming with wildlife as well as world-class botanical gardens—there’s no place like it on Earth. Encounter rhinos, giraffes, wildebeest, and large herds of wildlife roaming together. Journey through bamboo forests and come face-to-face with Sumatran tigers. Hop alongside kangaroos and dive underwater to meet the only two platypuses outside of Australia. And experience the awe-inspiring giants of Elephant valley. When you’re here, you’ll discover adventure is in every moment. And a moment can change a lifetime. 

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Moscow parks – leisure, nature and historical

Moscow is the most green megapolis in the world. There are over a hundred parks and green spaces like gardens, squares and boulevards. You will definitely bump into a few of them wherever you go. Whether you are interested in memorial, historic parks, parks of wildlife or you just want to have a calm break from the speedy city life – city parks have something special for everyone.

Moscow leisure parks

The leisure Moscow parks are undoubtedly the most popular and famous with the locals and travelers. Today such parks provide a great number of exciting entertainments for Muscovites and city guests, adults and children.

The Gorky Park

The Gorky Park

Gorky Park opened in 1928 and was the first holiday park in the Soviet Union with playgrounds, a sports stadium, exhibition halls and attractions for kids. Today it has a fresh, vibrant appearance. The park features bike rental stations, a comfortable business area with Wi-Fi, an outdoor movie theatre and a greenhouse where you can buy fresh greens such as basil and lettuce. To contemplate the sky and the stars, go to the observatory and look through the telescope while listening to fascinating stories from astronomers. Enjoy many sports in the park: volleyball, handball, football or a peaceful jog around the beautiful surroundings.

Zaryadye Park

Zaryadye Park

Opened in September 2017, Zaryadye is the youngest on our list. Located just a few minutes away from Red Square, it includes various activities like the floating bridge with its thin V-form extension, an ice cave, also concert hall and an amphitheater. The entire territory of the park was divided into four zones of Russia: forest, steppe, tundra, and the floodplains.

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By walking along the Moskva River’s bank from the Gorky Park towards Vorobievy Gory (Sparrow Hills) you’ll reach Neskuchny Sad («Not Boring» garden), a wonderful place in the Moscow center, one of Moscow’s oldest parks, charming slice of wildlife. The park mostly consists of pristine forest, dotted with old summer pavilions, ponds and quaint little stone bridges. There are a lot of opportunities for different activities lots of children playground, a ping-pong and chess clubs, football fields and tennis courts, horse riding, tree climbing and having rest in one of the nice cafes.

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Hermitage Garden has always been known as an amusement, entertainment center with theatres, shows, cafes, summer pavilions, pergolas since 1830. Shalyapin, Sobinov, Nezhdanova – great Russian opera singers starred on the garden stage. Famous Russian composer Rakhmaninov conducted the orchestra. Sara Bernar, Maria Yermolova, outstanding actresses, played in the open air performances. Tolstoy and Lenin had a stroll in the garden. So lots of celebrities from different epoques liked it a lot and spent their time in Hermitage Garden. You can find here three theatres in the garden: Hermitage, Sphere and New Opera. During winter an ice rink works here and in summer a musical stage is assembled to host jazz and brass band festivals.

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In Sokolniki Park visitors can play billiard, chess or draughts, table tennis, as well as go cycling, roller blading and swimming in the summer and ice skating or skiing in winter. Each season is highlighted by special memorable and bright events, for example, Summer Jazz Festival or Baby Fest (for future mums), open air beach disco parties, Ice Cream Day, International Clown Festival and many other shows and exhibitions. The park has an observatory, kids center and a co-working zone with free Wi-Fi which is really nice for spending high quality work time there.

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Moscow nature parks

The nature parks are national reserves with the amazing forestry and incredible variety of animals and plants there. The breath of wildlife and the chance to be closer to the virgin nature excites both children and grownups. Hundreds of different species of animals can be found in Moscow nature parks. The richest woodlands with old and even ancient trees, like a 200 years pine-tree in the Elk Island National Nature Park, are the point of passionate interest for visitors.

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Aptekarsky Ogorod (Apothecary Garden)

Aptekarsky Ogorod (Apothecary Garden)

Aptekarsky Ogorod (Apothecary Garden) is one of the oldest gardens in Moscow. It was founded in the XVIII century by Peter the First (great Russian emperor). A larch that he planted himself still grows in the garden, so it’s more than 250 years old. At the time of its foundation, it was a garden with herbs and medicinal plants and was used as an educational center for doctors. Today there are the orangery with its tropical palms, the carp pond, and the immense trees that dot the landscape and turn wonderful golden shades in the autumn. Several restaurants and cafes work here making it a very nice spot for relaxation no matter what season it is. You can book a special tour or join the guided excursion group.

Losiny Ostrov

Losiny Ostrov (Elk Island Park)

Losiny Ostrov (Elk Island Park)

Losiny Ostrov (Elk Island Park) is located at the north of Moscow. It covers 22 km from the west to the east and 10 km from the north to the south and it’s one of the most beautiful national parks in Moscow. Two rivers, Yausa and Pechorka begin here. You can find lots of fields, ponds, meadows, streams in the park as well as elks. Here you can enjoy guided tours, available in English. You can choose a guided tour about flora and fauna of the area, you’ll learn why elks are there, which animals are their neighbors. Or enjoy another excursion, which is totally devoted to historical past of ancient tribes once lived there, you’ll know about old Russian mythology, rituals and traditions.

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Serebyany Bor (Silver Forest)

Serebyany Bor (Silver Forest) is a famous pine forest in the west of Moscow. The park has 230 forms of plant life, and is also home to watersports complex, providing a lot of activities for visitors. The layout of Serebryany Bor is unusual, as it is located on an artificial island between a meander in the Moscow River and a channel. There is an artificial lake, the Deep Gulf and picturesque Bezdonnoe (Bottomless) Lake in the depths of the forest. Serebryany Bor’s beaches are the cleanest in the city and very popular among Muscovites. On weekends it is difficult to find a free spot here, especially because a whole range of services are offered to visitors, from simple deckchairs to catamaran and yacht rides. Driving is prohibited on the territory of the island so be ready to use trolleybus to reach the entrance.

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Greenhouse of Botanical Garden

Main Botanical Garden of The Russian Academy of Sciences is the largest and most famous is Moscow. The garden is a real museum of nature with a very rich (more than 18000 types) collection of plants. The park was founded in 1945 at the place of the 17th century Apothecaries’ Gardens. The garden’s collection is turned into botanical expositions, made with use of modern receptions of landscape architecture. Here you can see a tree nursery, a shadow garden, hothouse complex, collection of flowers, a rosary, exposition of coastal plants, garden of continuous blossoming, Japanese garden and expositions of cultural plants and natural flora plants. The biggest part of Garden is the Tree nursery occupying the space of 75 hectares. About 2 thousand wood plants grow here. Another big exposition of the Garden is nature Flora, divided into six botanic-geographical collections: European part of Russia, Caucuses, Central Asia, Siberia and Far East. Pride of the Main Botanical Garden is the collection of tropical, coastal and water plants, which is considered as the best in Europe. The Japanese garden, a great model of Japanese landscape gardening art has a 13-level stone pagoda of the 18th century, stone Japanese lamps, ponds, falls and streams, tea lodges and more than 100 species of the most character Japan plants. It is especially decorative in spring, during Oriental cherry blossoming and in fall, when foliage blazes in crimson colors.

Moscow historic parks

Historic nature parks and estates once were the mansions of the Moscow aristocracy. At that far times the estates were outside the Moscow city limits, but after the city expansion and urbanization, they became easily accessible.

Kolomenskoye

Kolomenskoe

Kolomenskoye Museum and Park

The chief attraction of the park is undoubtedly the stone Church of the Ascension of the Lord. It was constructed in 1532 by order of Tsar Vasily III to commemorate the birth of his son and heir, Ivan the Terrible. But there is a lot more to see in the park: the pretty Church of the Icon of Our Lady of Kazan – with its bright azure domes and plenty of gold. Further into the park there is a charming Church of the Beheading of St John the Baptist, built by Ivan the Terrible to mark his coronation.

Kuskovo

Kuskovo Park

Kuskovo Park is one of the oldest country estates in Moscow. It was given to General Sheremetev by Peter the Great in 1715, but was left to fall into neglect before being plundered by Napoleon’s troops in 1812. Nowadays the estate has been restored to its former glory and is a good example of Russian 18th Century imperial architecture. The palace is a fine and rare example of wooden neoclassicism. It was completed in 1775, and the rich interiors remain unchanged since 1779. It includes a room hung with exclusive exquisite Flemish tapestries, an abundance of silk wallpaper and an impressive collection of 18th century European and Russian paintings. The palace looks onto the lake, which is surrounded by smaller pavilions: pretty Italian, Dutch and Swiss Cottages, Blank’s Hermitage and the old Orangery, where the State Ceramics Museum is located now, an extensive and absorbing collection of porcelain from the 18th century to the present day. On the other side of the lake is a large wood popular with local cyclists and joggers.

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Home to more parks than any other city in Russia , Moscow offers a cornucopia of choice when it comes to green spaces. From innovative wild urbanism to 18th-century royal estates, here are the best places to escape from the city buzz in Russia’s capital.

Spread over a territory of almost 300 acres, Gorky Park is Moscow’s most popular green space. Opened in 1928, it was designed as ‘a city inside a city’ with its own telegraph, police unit and a doctor’s office. Some 90 years later, Gorky Park offers everything from segway rides to an open-air movie theatre, through to illuminating lectures and fantastic dining spots.

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As the name implies, Muzeon is perfect for art lovers. The park plays host to art fairs, exhibitions, music festivals and video performances. But even if you don’t care for art, Muzeon has a lot to offer: from an elegant boardwalk to hip coffee shops to an in-ground fountain, where you can actually cool off in summer.

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Opened in 1894, the Hermitage garden is a lovely compact park, nestled between high rise buildings in Moscow center. Home to theaters New Opera, Hermitage and Sphera, the garden is predictably crowded, with theatre-goers along with office workers from the business centres in Tverskaya – all flock here for a green respite.

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Sokolniki Park

An open-air cinema, a rope course, amusement park, bike rentals and more – Sokolniki is 1,275 acres of fun. In winter the whole park turns into one of Moscow’s most famous skating rinks. Sokolniki gradually blends into Losiny Ostrov National Park – the world’s third largest forest in a city.

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Izmailovsky Park

Moscow’s biggest park, Izmailovsky stretches for almost 3,800 acres. Particularly favored by hikers and cyclists, the forest-like park is a popular family spot, equipped with a ferris wheel, outdoor gyms and all kinds of places to eat.

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Tsaritsyno estate is a perfectly reconstructed specimen of 18th century architecture set amid a lush green forested area. The only park in Moscow that boasts a light and music fountain, Tsaritsyno draws crowds with spectacular night water shows.

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Despite a rather remote location, this park is definitely worth a visit. A half-a-century old apple garden, serene views on Khimkinskoye reservoir and a dry-docked submarine housing a Museum of Submarine Navy will definitely make up for the ride from the city centre.

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Kolomenskoye Park is not merely a tranquil green space, but a celebrated museum reserve, where nature and historically significant architecture blend together. Here you can see one of Moscow’s oldest churches Church of the Ascension and a former residence of the Tsar Aleksey Mikhailovich Romanov, the father of Peter the Great. It’s also perfect for romantic walks along the Moskva river.

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In this park you’re guaranteed to encounter some ducks, woodpeckers, squirrels, hares and urban wildlife. The park is also famous for its beautiful boardwalk, open-air cinema, ropes course Panda Park, gallery of retro cars and a variety of places to eat.

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    The Zoo is located in Balboa Park, just north of downtown San Diego, at 2920 Zoo Drive, San Diego, CA 92108. The Safari Park is located at 15500 San Pasqual Valley Road, Escondido, California 92027, a remote area of Escondido. Following the directions on our website, a well-traveled, two-lane country road comprises approximately five of the ...

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    Ages 8 & up. $81 & up per person. Soar as high as 130 feet above the ground, with a spectacular bird's-eye view of rhinos, giraffes, and other wildlife in the savanna habitats below you. READ MORE.

  13. San Diego Zoo Safari Park

    Welcome to the San Diego Zoo Safari Park, where life-changing moments happen daily. Set out on safari and discover 1,800 acres of sprawling savannas teeming with wildlife as well as world-class botanical gardens—there's no place like it on Earth. Encounter rhinos, giraffes, wildebeest, and large herds of wildlife roaming together.

  14. San Diego Zoo Safari Park

    The Safari Park is 20 times larger than the Zoo. Phone: (760) 747-8702 Hours: The park is open at 9am. 365 days a year. Closing times vary by season. Call for more information. Official Website: www.sdzsafaripark.org. San Diego Zoo Safari Park App. Navigating the San Diego Zoo Safari Park has never been easier with the San Diego Zoo App ...

  15. ‎Lion & Safari Park on the App Store

    Welcome to Lion & Safari Park, the ultimate mobile companion for your wildlife adventure! Immerse yourself in the wonders of our park with a range of features designed to enhance your experience. Take a virtual journey through our park and discover the diverse range of animals it houses. From majestic lions to exotic safari creatures, our app ...

  16. Pictured: Bears seen riding a pedalo after Woburn Safari Park floods

    Bears ride a pedalo after safari park floods Playful animals give visitors their money's worth at Woburn Safari Park after heavy rain created a mini lake Telegraph Reporters 22 March 2024 • 4:08pm

  17. Live Cameras

    Cams at the San Diego Zoo Safari Park and San Diego Zoo. SAFARI PARK Platypus Cam. VIEW CAM. SAFARI PARK Giraffe Cam Supported by Planet Zoo VIEW CAM. SAFARI PARK Tiger Cam Supported by Planet Zoo VIEW CAM. SAFARI PARK Burrowing Owl Cams. VIEW CAMS. SAFARI PARK Condor Cam. VIEW CAM. SAN DIEGO ZOO Hippo Cam.

  18. Moscow parks

    Losiny Ostrov. Losiny Ostrov (Elk Island Park) Losiny Ostrov (Elk Island Park) is located at the north of Moscow. It covers 22 km from the west to the east and 10 km from the north to the south and it's one of the most beautiful national parks in Moscow. Two rivers, Yausa and Pechorka begin here.

  19. Moscow Zoo

    It took a small zoological garden, founded in 1864, a century to grow into a tremendous zoo. It has two sections, the Old and New, separated by Bolshaya Gruzinskaya street and linked by a pedestrian overpass. The zoo has over 1,000 animals, including exotic species. In 2019, the zoo became home to Dindin and Zhui, the only giant pandas in ...

  20. THE BEST Moscow National Parks (2024 List)

    2. Losiny Ostrov National Park. You can see people walking, running, cycling and families walking around. Everything was ok as long as I stayed on the... 3. Prirodny Zakaznik Zhulebinskiy. Prirodny Zakaznik Zhulebinskiy is one of the few wildlife fragments among urban structures in the southeast of Moscow...

  21. Tickets

    1-Day Pass - Value Days. Online offer only; advance purchase required. Select days only. Includes: One visit to the San Diego Zoo Safari Park®, Africa Tram, and all regularly scheduled experiences. Experiences above subject to availability. 1-Day Pass Value Days tickets valid on any Value Day (see calendar) within one year from date of purchase.

  22. ‎Leon & Park Online on the App Store

    Lion & Safari Park is more than an app; it's your digital guide to an immersive wildlife experience. Download the app now and embark on a journey that combines technology with nature, bringing the captivating world of the animal kingdom to your fingertips. What's New. Mar 21, 2024.

  23. A Guide to the Most Beautiful Green Spaces in Moscow

    Moscow's first large-scale park in 50 years, Zaryadye opened its doors to the public in 2017. Designed by an international consortium, the 35-acre park brought 'wild urbanism' right to the Kremlin walls, sampling the country's distinct regional landscapes: steppes, tundra, wetlands and forests. The park's major draws are the 70-meter (230-feet)-high 'floating' bridge over the ...

  24. PDF safaris

    CHEETAH safari Meet and greet the star of Cheetah Run. FLIGHTLINE SAFARI Glide along a zip line for 2/3 mile over vast animal exhibits. JUNGLE ROPES SAFARI Navigate a thrilling treetop trail using a harness, cables, and ropes. ROAR & SNORE SAFARI A special overnight camping adventure. Download our Zoo and Safari Park v.11.2020 Map app ...