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Thanks so much.

My guess is that the park will be less crowded on Easter Sunday because many families have get-togethers at home or elsewhere.

Your kids are a great age for the Safari Park. Younger ones are better off at the Zoo where the animals are closer. It's also good that your children enjoy walking because there are some great apportunities to explore on foot at the Safari Park.

Elizabeth Hansen

http://www.LaJollaTravelInformation.com

Most of the attractions on Easter Sunday will be quiet early, and get busier as the day goes long.

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Easter Guide

Easter egg hunts & parties, easter egg hunts:â (in san diego unless otherwise noted.).

• Del Mar – Seagrove Park: Saturday, April 4 at 11:00 a.m. Reservations required. Visit  www.DelMarFoundation.org
• Doyle Recreation Center:  8175 Regents Road Website
• Encinitas – Ecke Sports Park:  278 Saxony Road, Encinitas. Saturday, April 4, from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. FREE!   Visit the website for details  on timing for various age groups and other activities.
• La Jolla Recreation Center  615 Prospect – La Jolla, CA 92037 Ages: 2 to 9 years Date: Saturday, April 4, 2015 Cost: Egg Hunt is free. Inside activities is $3.00 per child See our  flyer  for details!
• Solana Beach Children’s Spring Festival & Egg Hunt Saturday, April 4 at 10:30 a.m- 12noon.   Visit the city website  for details.
• Standley Recreation Center:  3585 Governor Drive Saturday, April 4 at 10:00 a.m. to 12p.m. FREE! Call (858) 552-1652 for more information.

Other Easter Events:

Wild Easter Brunch! At the San Diego Zoo & Safari Park Sunday, April 5th Bring your friends and family to the Safari Park for a bountiful buffet brunch to celebrate Easter Member Prices: Adult: $44.95, Child: $18.95 Add Park admission for nonmembers.

Easter Brunch and Egg Hunt at Wave House/ Belmont Park

SUNDAY APRIL 5TH 2015

One festive day, three ways to play!

EGG HUNT TIMES TWO!

10,000 fun-filled eggs on the beach and throughout the park! PLUS 25 special Golden Eggs will be among them!

Mission Beach Egg Hunt //  9am-12pm Directly in front of WaveHouse at Belmont Park – 3125 Ocean Front Walk San Diego, CA 92109 $5 per child // Space is limited –  Must register online beforehand 9am | 0-3 Years 10am | 4-5 Years 11am | 6-8 Years 12pm | 9-12 Years

Amusement Park Egg Hunt //  12pm Hop around between the shops in the park collecting eggs FREE for all! No registration necessary.

Enjoy a special holiday meal with your family at  WaveHouse  or  Draft ! WaveHouse // Buffet //  9am – 1pm Make a reservation today! Draft // Plated //  9am-3pm  * No reservations – first come-first serve

Carlsbad Eggstravaganza Spring Festival & Egg Hunt Carlsbad Egg Scramble April 4, 2015  10 a.m. to 1 p.m.  Cost: Free admission, $5 fee to participate.

Location: Poinsettia Park 6600 Hidden Valley Road (760) 434-2843 carlsbadca.gov

San Diego Botanic Garden Spring Party with Bunny Spring Party with Bunny in Seeds of Wonder  Saturday, April 4 Early Party: 10 – 11:30 am  FULL Late Party: 11:30 am – 1 pm  FULL

Children ages 2 to 6 are invited to visit with our gentle bunny, pet real bunnies and chicks, and make some colorful spring crafts. Children will also parade through the garden and go on a bunny hunt. Parties are limited to 50 children, so pre-registration is required.

230 Quail Gardens Drive, Encinitas, CA 92024

Easter Brunch & Egg Hunts at the Hotel Del

EGG HUNTS (For Hotel, Brunch and Sheerwater Breakfast Guests Only) Easter morning will be kicked off with a good old-fashioned egg hunt! There will be three different hunts on the oceanfront Windsor Lawn to include children of all ages. Each hunt has 3 hidden gold coins, and the lucky finders win a special Easter basket full of goodies. Please call 619-522-8815 to register for the egg hunt.

10:00am 1-4 year olds 10:20am 5-7 year olds 10:40am 8-12 year olds

12:00pm 1-4 year olds 12:20pm 5-7 year olds 12:40pm 8-12 year olds

CRAFT ‘EGG’STRAVAGANZA (For Guests and Non-Guests) The south end of the Windsor Lawn will also be the site for a fun zone with crafts for all ages. Crafts include Easter bunny masks, Easter egg magnets, Easter egg hunt photo frames, and Easter necklaces.

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Celebrating Easter at The Grand Del Mar Sunday, April 5 Carry on your annual traditions, and start all new ones, with The Grand Del Mar’s egg-citing Easter line-up. From mouthwatering brunches to a storybook egg hunt, there’s no shortage of ways to make this Easter its most colorful, and memorable.

Additional Ideas to Celebrate Easter:

• Celebrate Easter with your  playgroup . Host an Easter egg hunt with your playgroup at a local park. Have each parent fill 10 eggs with candy, treats, stickers, trinkets, etc. and let the kids hunt away!
• Make a special  Easter treat  to share with your family. Check out these fun,  family friendly recipes .
• Make an  Easter Lily  from construction paper by  tracing your child’s hand .
• Fun Easter Coloring Sheets : Click  this link  and print off a multitude of Easter coloring pages that will keep your child busy, decorating the fridge and house. Make the sheets into cards and give out to neighbors and family members.

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Find an egg-citing trail of Easter happenings in 2024, including egg hunts, Easter Bunny photo opportunities, crafts, brunches, worship services and more. We update this list with more events as they become available, so be sure to bookmark this page!

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Special Needs Egg Hunt.  A family-centered event, focusing on active participation for children with various disabilities or limitations. 10 am-12 pm. Cottonwood Park, 1778 East Palomar St.  www.eventbrite.com/e/special-needs-egg-hunt-tickets-822683337007

thursday | 14

FREE Spring Egg Hunt. 1:30-3:30 pm. Easter Bunny, petting zoo, bounce house, game truck and more. Cesar Solis Community Park, 4895 Del Sol Blvd.  www.sandiego.gov/event/spring-egg-hunt-cesar-solis-community-park

FREE Spring Egg Hunt. 4-7 pm. All ages welcome. La Mirada Elementary School Joint Use Fields, 222 Avenida de la Madrid.  www.sandiego.gov/event/spring-egg-hunt-la-mirada-elementary-joint-use-field

friday | 15

Plunge Under Water Egg Hunt. Glow in the dark theme. 5:30–8 pm. The Plunge San Diego, 3115 Ocean Front Walk. Details: www.plungesandiego.com  

saturday | 16

Bunny Train. Train ride, egg hunt, the Easter Bunny and more. Saturdays and Sundays through Mar. 31. $9.95–24.95. Pacific Southwest Railway Museum, 750 Depot St., Campo. www.psrm.org  

FREE Eggstravaganza. Egg hunts, arts & crafts, photos with the bunny and more. 10 am–12 noon. Nobel Athletic Fields & Rec Center, 8810 Judicial Dr. www.sandiego.gov/park-and-recreation/centers/recctr/nobel  

FREE South Park Spring Walkabout. Shop local and support South Park's small businesses, take photos with the Easter Bunny, enjoy free hot cocoa and treats, crafts and more. 5-9 pm. Fern St. & 30th St. from Kalmia to Beech.  www.southparksd.com  

FREE Spring Egg Hunt. 9-11:30 am. Bring your own basket. Jumpers, egg hunt, arts & crafts, prizes and more. Robb Athletic Field, 2525 Bacon St.  www.sandiego.gov/park-and-recreation/centers/recctr/robb

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FREE Santee’s Bunny Trail. Carnival rides, egg hunt, crafts and more. 10 am–1 pm. Santee Trolley Square, 9850 Mission Gorge Rd. www.cityofsanteeca.gov  

Elmo’s Eggstravaganza. Scavenger hunt, dance party, parade and more Easter fun. Daily through April 7. Sesame Place, 2052 Entertainment Cir., Chula Vista. Tickets: www.sesameplace.com  

FREE Beach Bunny Kite Festival. Catch a wave with the Beach Bunny for a special photo op, a sky filled with kites and more. 11 am–4 pm. Seaport Village, 849 W. Harbor Dr. www.seaportvillage.com  

Breakfast with the Bunny. Pancakes and egg hunt. 8:30–10:30 am. Breakfast; $5, egg hunt free. Fallbrook Community Center, 341 Heald Lane. www.sdparks.org  

Breakfast with the Bunny at Otay Lakes. Breakfast, games and crafts. Parking, $3; egg hunt free. 9:30–11:30 am. Otay Lakes County Park, 2270 West Rd., Chula Vista. www.sdparks.org  

FREE Spring Egg Hunt. Games, prizes, crafts and more. Bring your own basket. 10 am. Bay Terraces Community Park, 7445 Tooma St. Register: www.sdrecconnect.com  

FREE Standley Park Egg Hunt. Egg hunts by age with arts & crafts, spin art and more. Bring your own basket. 10 am–12 noon. 3585 Governor Dr. www.sandiego.gov/park-and-recreation/centers/recctr/standley  

Bunny Bash: Easter Basket Donation Drive, Egg Hunt & Photos w/ Easter Bunny. 9:30 am-12 pm. AleSmith Brewing, 9990 AleSmith Ct.  https://sandiego.momcollective.com/ages-stages/bunny-bash/  

Spring Egg Hunt. Gates open at 12 pm, egg hunt starts at 1 pm. Live music, food vendors, Easter Bunny visits, drinks and more. The Vineyard 1924, 1924 E. Mission Rd., Fallbrook.  http://thevineyard1924.com/

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Bunny Breakfast and Spring Egg Scramble. 20,000 prize-filled eggs, carnival games, jumps and more. 8–11 am. Pancake breakfast ($7) and photos with the Bunny, 8–10 am. Williams Barn at Walnut Grove Park, 1950 Sycamore Dr., San Marcos. Pre-registration required for breakfast: www.san-marcos.net

FREE Annual Easter Egg Hunt at the Market. 11 am–5 pm. 829 Seacoast Dr., Imperial Beach. www.eventbrite.com/e/annual-easter-egg-hunt-at-the-market-tickets-816187818737

Brunch with the Bunny. Reserve tickets online, limited tickets available. 10 am-1 pm. Bernardo Winery, 13330 Paseo Del Verano Norte.   www.bernardowinery.com/pages/brunch-with-the-bunny-saturday-march-30th

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Easter Brunch at the Del. Celebrate in the beautiful Southpointe Ballroom with a true feast for the senses. $95–$185; 3 & under free. Hotel Del Coronado, 1500 Orange Ave. Reservations: www.hoteldel.com  

Easter Brunch Cruise. A delicious buffet with San Diego’s most incredible views. 11 am–1 pm. $94.90–$114.90; 3 & under free. Pier 1 Hornblower Landing, 1800 N. Harbor Dr. www.cityexperiences.com  

Flagship Easter Brunch Cruise. All-you-can-eat brunch stations, live music and more. 10 am–12 noon & 2–4 pm. Starting at $74.63. 990 N. Harbor Dr. www.flagshipsd.com  

FREE Serra Mesa Easter Egg Hunt. 4 jumpers, bubbles and 10,000 eggs. 1 pm. Cabrillo Heights Park, 8308 Hurlbut St. www.eventbrite.com/e/serra-mesa-easter-egg-hunt-for-all-tickets-780888938837  

Santee's Bunny Trail. 10 am-1 pm. Santee Trolley Square, 9884 Mission Gorge Rd.  www.facebook.com/events/1127246708175830/

Easter Brunch at The Lot. 9 am-2 pm. Featuring an array of sweet treats and savory dishes. Exciting egg hunts with a few “golden eggs” offer the chance to win movie tickets! (11 am and 1 pm). Meet the Easter Bunny and create lasting memories with your loved ones while enjoying the beautiful spring weather. $78 for adults and $35 for kids ages 12 and under. Alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages are NOT included. 7611 Fay Ave.  https://lajollabythesea.com/event/easter-brunch-at-the-lot/  

Easter Brunch at Omni La Costa Resort & Spa. Decadent spread of culinary delights, made-to-order specialties, chilled seafood bar and bottomless mimosas and family-friendly entertainment. Don't miss the city's largest egg hunt of 15,000 eggs, capped off with a special appearance by the Easter Bunny. Buffet reservations available from 10 am-2 pm. $185 per adult and $65 per child (4-11).  Note: The annual Easter egg hunt will take place at 11 am and is exclusively reserved for overnight resort guests, members and brunch guests.  Costa de la Luna, Omni La Costa Resort & S pa.  www.tickettailor.com/events/omnilacostaresortspa/1107103?

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Here is a sampling of family-oriented egg hunts:

Easter e gg h unts at farm: San Diego Animal Sanctuary & Farm, formerly Children’s Nature Retreat, a 20-acre farm, which is home to 200 domesticated livestock and exotic animals, holds one hunt per day at 11 a.m. April 6-9. Tickets are $12, plus admission per child; including Easter basket and a up to 12 eggs. More than 4,000 eggs will be filled with plush animals, toys and candy. There will be a chance to find one of three Golden Eggs with family passes. The farm’s bunnies will be there too, along with the Easter Bunny at 11 a.m. for photos. The Farm, 5178 Japatul Spur, is open seven days a week, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Guests can feed orchard hay over the fence for $5/bucket. Single-day admission is $38 for adults and $20 for kids (children younger than 2 are admitted free); and $28 for adults ages 65 and older. Free parking. Tickets are at sandiegoanimalsanctuaryandfarm.org .

Bunny Train: Ride a train, meet the Easter Bunny and join an Easter egg hunt at 10:30 a.m., 11:45 a.m., 1:45 p.m. and 3 p.m. April 1, 2 and 8 at Pacific Southwest Railway Museum, 750 Depot St. Tickets are $5–$40. Visit psrm.org .

EGGstravaganza Spring Festival: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. April 8 at Poinsettia Community Park, 6600 Hidden Valley Road. Multiple egg hunts with groups of 20-30 kids scrambling for eggs. Separate fields for children ages 6 and older; ages 5 and younger; and young children or kids with special needs. Family scavenger hunt, photos with the Easter Bunny, fun zone with bounce houses and giant slide. $5 activity cards and $5 unlimited Fun Zone Wristbands available at city community centers through April 8 and at the event. Visit carlsbadca.gov .

Brunch & Egg Hunt: An Easter Brunch Buffet & Egg Hunt is from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. April 9 at 20|Twenty restaurant, 5480 Grand Pacific Drive. Cost is $160 per person and $45 for kids 12 and older. Brunch guests can participate in an Easter Egg Hunt from 12:30 to 3:30 p.m. Reserve at 20twentygrill.com .

CARMEL VALLEY

Egg hunt and Easter Bunny: Free Easter-themed activities from noon to 3 p.m. April 8 in the food court of Piazza Carmel, Carmel Creek Road and Valley Center Drive. Activities include a magic show, crafts, balloon art, face painting, photos with the Easter Bunny and train rides around the outdoor shopping center. Free cotton candy and scavenger hunt. Visit piazza-carmel.com .

Easter crafts, photos and treats: Stop by The Log at One Paseo from 2 to 5 p.m. April 5 at 3725 Paseo Place and pick up a free art kit and participate in making an Easter art activity led by the New Children’s Museum. Stop by SusieCakes, which will be selling cupcakes for the season. Visit onepaseo.com/events/childrens-museum .

CHULA VISTA

Special n eeds e gg h unt: Free family-oriented egg hunt with activities for children with disabilities from 10 a.m. to noon April 1 at Cottonwood Park, 1778 E. Palomar. Register at calvarysd.com .

Egg hunt at park: Ocean View Church’s Chula Vista campus holds a free Easter event for children through grade 5 from 2 to 4 p.m. April 2 at Memorial Park, Third Avenue and Park Way. Egg hunt at 3 p.m. with eggs, games, music and Easter Bunny. Call (619) 424-7870.

Spring celebration : Otay Lakes County Park starts its spring celebration at 9:30 a.m. April 1 with breakfast and photos with the Easter Bunny, followed by an egg hunt at 11 a.m. Bring a basket for egg collecting. The park is at 2270 Wueste Road. Visit the Otay Lakes County Park Facebook page or call (619) 482-7361.

Breakfast with Easter Bunny: Breakfast buffet from 9 to 10:30 a.m. April 8 at the Coronado Community Center, Nautilus Room,1845 Strand Way. Highlights include an egg hunt, Easter crafts, games and visit with the Easter Bunny. Bring camera and Easter basket. Tickets are $16; $12 for ages 12 and younger. Call (619) 522-7342 or visit coronado.ca.us .

“Eggstravaganza”: 1 to 3:30 p.m. April 4 at Parkway Plaza shopping center, 415 Fletcher Parkway. Students from local elementary schools will compete in a live giant egg painting competition in the center court for a chance to win a $500 donation to their arts program. For those not participating in the egg painting contest, there will be face painting, an Easter egg hunt, craft stations, bunny hop sack races and costumed characters around the mall. To participate in the Easter egg hunt, guests will receive an egg passport and hunt for hidden eggs throughout the mall. Those who complete the passport will enter for a chance to win prize packs. The Easter Bunny will also be at the mall and available for photos from March 25 until April 8; reserve a time slot at visitparkwayplaza.com .

Spring i nto Easter C elebration: A free Easter celebration is set for 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. April 1 at Rancho San Diego Towne Center, 2891 Jamacha Road, on the lawn next to the Broken Yolk Café. Highlights include free photos with the Easter Bunny, kids crafts, balloon twisting and face painting. Visit shopranchosandiegotownecenter.com .

Egg h unt: 10 a.m. to noon April 8 at Encinitas Community Park, 425 Santa Fe Drive. There will be 20,000 eggs. Hunt times are planned for 10:15 a.m., 11 and 11:45; children ages 4 and younger will hunt in the upper field and kids 5 and older hunt in the lower field. Event features a live Hullabaloo concert. Admission is free. No sign-up required, just bring a basket. Visit bit.ly/40dv4iC .

Egg h unt: Emmanuel Faith Community Church hosts a free Easter egg hunt at 3 p.m. April 2 in the church field, at 639 E. 17th Ave., for kids ages 3 to 10. Visit efcc.org .

Egg hunt and pancakes: An egg hunt is at 10:30 a.m. March 25 for children at the Fallbrook Community Center, 341 Heald Lane. There will be games and prizes. A pancake breakfast for all ages is from 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. at the center. Breakfast costs $5; egg hunt is free. Email [email protected] or call (760) 728-1671.

IMPERIAL BEACH

Egg hunt: The city of Imperial Beach holds a Spring Egg Hunt on April 1 at Imperial Beach Sports Park, 425 Imperial Beach Blvd., hosted by the Imperial Beach Athletic Club. Registration begins an hour before each age group’s hunt. The hunts start at 11 a.m. for ages 2 and younger; 11:20 for ages 3-5; 11:40 for ages 6-8; and noon for ages 9-12. Visit ibparksandrec.org or call (619) 423-8285.

Egg hunt at Veterans Park: St. James Lutheran Church hosts an Easter egg hunt at 10 a.m. April 8 at Imperial Beach Veterans Park, 1075 8th St. (Sunrise service is at 8 a.m. April 9 at the beach followed by community breakfast at 9:30 a.m. at the church and Easter Worship at 11 a.m.) Visit stjamesib.org .

Easter egg hunt at farm: Julian Farm and Orchard hosts Easter egg hunting from noon to 2 p.m. April 8-9 at 4381 Julian Highway, Santa Ysabel (two hunts each day). Get a free photo with the Easter Bunny. The Tahiti daffodils will be blooming and each hunt will include a golden egg. Egg hunt is included with general admission of $5. Visit julianfarmandorchard.com.

Easter Eggstravaganza: Free, family-friendly Eggstravaganza from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. April 8 at Grossmont Center, 5500 Grossmont Center Drive, with a mall-wide scavenger hunt along with games, face painting and balloon animals in the courtyard. The clue sheet will be posted on the mall website at 11 a.m. April 8 when the scavenger hunt begins. You can also pick one up in person at the Guest Services booth at that time. Prizes are limited to children 12 and younger, while supplies last. Bring your own basket. Visit grossmontcenter.com/easter-extravaganza . Also, photos with the Easter Bunny will be offered from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. March 25-26 and March 31-April 8. Hours are 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. through April 6 and 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. April 7-8. Each session with photos provided on a USB costs $42. Visit grossmontcenter.com/easter-bunny-photos .

LEMON GROVE

Eggstravaganza: Starting at 9 a.m. April 8 at the Lemon Grove Recreation Center, 3131 School Lane. Bring your own basket. Pictures with Benny the Bunny are from 9 to 9:30 a.m. The egg hunt is organized into four age groups with different starting times: ages 0-2, 9:35 a.m.; ages 3-5, 9:50; ages 6-8, 10:05; ages 9-12, 10:20. There will be games, face painting, and other activities until 11 a.m. Bring your camera and a basket. Visit facebook.com/cityoflemongrove or call (619) 825-3800.

Meet Mr. & Mrs. Easter Bunny: A free Easter-themed family event is from noon to 3 p.m. April 1 at Mesa Town Center, 8915 Mira Mesa Blvd., with a magic show, Easter craft activity, costumed characters and photo opportunities with Mr. and Mrs. Easter Bunny.

Community Easter Egg Hunt: Hosted by Lighthouse Christian Church for children ages 2 through fifth grade and their families, from 10 a.m. to noon April 8 at 4700 Mesa Drive. Egg hunts will be divided into age groups. The event includes crafts, jumpers, inflatables, cupcake hop and food. Admission is free; bring basket. Visit lightcc.org or call (760) 726-0590.

Spring Egg Hunt: The city of Oceanside’s free annual Spring Egg Hunt is for ages 3-11 from 8:45 to 11 a.m. April 8 at Mance Buchanon Park, 425 College Blvd. Come early; entertainment starts at 8:45 a.m. and hunt starts promptly at 10 a.m. There will be lots of candy, prizes and a chance to take photos with the bunny. Bring your own egg basket or bag. Free parking at Mance Buchanon Park. Visit ci.oceanside.ca.us.

Easter Jam Celebration: 2 p.m. April 1 with songs, games, crafts, egg hunts and photos with the Easter Bunny at Oceanside First Presbyterian Church, 2001 S. El Camino Real. Register for free tickets at oceansidepres.org/event-details/2023-easter-jam-celebration.

Easter egg hunt at children’s gym: Egg hunt with child-friendly, Easter-inspired games, relays, zipline rides, bubblestorms, puppet shows and goodie bags from 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. for ages 4 months to 5 years and 3:45 to 4:45 p.m. for all ages April 8 at My Gym Poway. Cost is $19.64 to $30. Registration is required at mygym.com/poway/events .

Eggstravaganza at Dos Picos County Park: 10 a.m. to noon April 8 with egg hunt, arts and crafts, bounce house, discovery tables and a scavenger hunt. The Eggstravaganza — the egg hunt for kids 12 and younger — is slated to start at noon. Bring a basket or bag. After the event, have a picnic, take a hike or visit the pond. The park is at 17953 Dos Picos Park Road. $3 parking fee. Call (760) 789-2220.

RANCHO BERNARDO

Spring Fling Egg Hunt: The free event is from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. April 1 at Rancho Bernardo-Glassman Recreation Center, 18448 W. Bernardo Drive. Highlights include multiple egg hunts and raffles, face painters, arts and crafts, and a tiny tot jumper for the little ones, along with food trucks. Call (858) 538-8129.

RANCHO SANTA FE

Eggstravaganza: Easter celebration at 9 a.m. April 1 for kids ages 2-10 at the Village Church, 6225 Paseo Delicias. The Rev. Jack Baca, Village Church senior pastor, will tell the Easter story. Highlights include an egg hunt, a petting zoo and crafts. Breakfast will be served. Cost is $5 per person; free for ages 2 and younger. Registration is required at villagechurch.org/eggstravaganza .

Underwater Egg Hunt: Kids ages 2-11 can hop into the pool and dive for Easter eggs from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. April 1 at The Plunge San Diego in Belmont Park, 3115 Ocean Front Walk, Mission Beach. The underwater egg hunt will include floating and sunken eggs in the shallow end of the pool and a more challenging egg hunt in the deep end for older children and adults. Highlights include open swim, a giant floating obstacle course, underwater and dry-land Easter egg hunts, bounce houses, the Easter Bunny and local vendors. Attendees get a day pass to return to The Plunge. Tickets are $20-$30; VIP, $40-$50 at tickettailor.com/events/plungesandiego1/869316#.

Spring Egg Hunt: 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. April 8 at Azalea Recreation Center, 2596 Violet St., City Heights. The event features egg hunts by age up to 12, arts and crafts and raffles. Bring your own basket. Visit sandiego.gov/park-and-recreation/centers/recctr/azalea .

Egg hunt: Free event from 10 a.m. to noon March 24 at Pacific Beach Recreation Center, 1405 Diamond St., Pacific Beach. Egg hunt times vary according to age group. Visit sandiego.gov .

Eggstravaganza: Free activities begin at 10:15 a.m. April 1 at Nobel Athletic Fields and Recreation Center, 8810 Judicial Drive. There will be egg hunts for different ages starting promptly at 10:30 a.m., along with arts and crafts bags, photos with bunny, community resources and food vendor. Visit sandiego.gov/park-and-recreation/centers/recctr/nobel or call (858) 552-1626.

Egg hunt: Free event from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. April 1 at Presidio Recreation Center, 2811 Jackson St. Call (619) 692-4918.

Spring Egg Hunt: Free event from 1 to 3 p.m. April 1 at Scripps Ranch Recreation Center, 11454 Blue Cypress. Call (858) 538-8085.

Egg hunt: Free event from 4 to 7 p.m. April 7 at Linda Vista Recreation Center, 7064 Levant St. Call (858) 573-1392.

Community Egg Hunt: Free community celebration from 10 a.m. to noon April 8 at Martin Luther King Jr. Recreation Center, 6401 Skyline Drive. Visit sandiego.gov/park-and-recreation/centers/recctr/mlk .

Spring Egg Hunt & Festival: 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. April 8 at North Park Recreation Center, 4044 Idaho St. All ages are welcome. There will be special baskets-opportunity drawings, face painting and jumpers. Visit sandiego.gov/park-and-recreation/centers/recctr/northpark.

Bunny photo time: Fashion Valley hosts a Bunny Photo Experience from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Mondays to Fridays, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Saturdays and noon to 6 p.m. Sundays through April 8 at the Fashion Valley mall, 7007 Friars Road. Reservations are strongly encouraged. Times may vary, check the website for updates. Make reservations at whereisbunny.com/mall/0709 .

Bunny visits with special needs kids: Fashion Valley will host a “Caring Bunny” private event for children with special needs and their families from 9 to 10:30 a.m. March 26 at the mall, 7007 Friars Road. Reservations are required at www.simon.com/mall/fashion-valley/stores/bunny-photo-experience/stream/a-special-visit-with-caring-bunny-6215745

Easter Eggspress: The Easter Eggspress and Storytime is from 9:30 to 11 a.m. April 1 at the San Diego Model Railroad Museum, 1649 El Prado, in Balboa Park. The before-hours event offer kids an “egg quest” around the museum, with special trains running in the Toy Train Gallery, arts and crafts, and story time, and a chance to tour the museum for the rest of the day. Tickets are $20 for children ages 2 and older. Visit tickets.sdmrm.org/e/easter-day1 .

Egg hunt: Free event from 10 a.m. to noon April 1 at Skyline Hills Recreation Center, 8285 Skyline Drive. Call (619) 527-3486.

Spring Egg Hunt: 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. April 7 at Robert Egger Sr. - South Bay Recreation Center, 1885 Coronado Ave. The free family event includes arts and crafts, games, prizes and an egg hunt. The egg hunt will be divided into age groups, and all ages are welcome. Bring your own baskets. Call (619) 424-0470.

Bunny Bash: San Diego Moms’ inaugural Bunny Bash features an Easter egg hunt divided into different ages groups, photos with the Easter Bunny and an Easter Basket Donation Drive benefiting the Boys & Girls Clubs of San Diego from 10 a.m. to noon April 1 at Encore Events Center, 8253 Ronson Road. Cost is $10-$20. Visit tickettailor.com/events/sandiegomoms/867348 .

Egg hunt: Free event from noon to 1:15 p.m. April 5 at Doyle Recreation Center, 8175 Regents Road. Call (858) 552-1612.

Easter Eggsperience: 1 to 3 p.m. April 2 at the Kroc Center, 6845 University Ave. There are 10-minute time slots. Tickets are $5 per child and preregistration is required at sd.kroccenter.org/kroc-san-diego/events/easter-eggstravaganza.

Spring Egg Scramble: Free event from 10 a.m. to noon March 25 with lots of eggs and crafts at Carmel Mountain Ranch/Sabre Springs Recreation Center field, 10152 Rancho Carmel Drive. Visit sandiego.gov/springfestival.

Spring Egg Hunt: Free event with egg hunt, inflatables, arts and crafts and more from 9 to 11:30 a.m. April 1 at Robb Athletic Field, 2525 Bacon St., Ocean Beach. Egg hunt planned times: up to age 2 at 9:30 a.m., ages 3-4 at 9:45 a.m., ages 5-6 at 10 a.m., ages 7-9 at 10:15 a.m., ages 10-12 at 10:30 a.m. and all ages: 10:45 a.m. Bring a basket. Visit sandiego.gov/park-and-recreation/centers/recctr/robb .

Egg hunt: Free event from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. April 1 for all ages at Willie Henderson Sports Complex, 1035 S. 45th St. The egg hunt schedule is: up to age 2 at 11:15 a.m., ages 3-4 at 11:30 a.m., ages 5-6 at 11:45 a.m., ages 7-8 at noon, ages 9-10 at 12:15 p.m., ages 11-13 at 12:30 p.m. and everyone at 12:45 p.m. Highlights include treats, crafts, jumpers, face painting and raffles. Call (619) 527-3407.

Spring Egg Hunt: Free event from 1 to 3 p.m. April 8 at Tecolote Recreation Center, 4675 Tecolote Road. Highlights include games, activities, raffles and a photo opportunity with the Spring Bunny. Bring a basket. Call (858) 581-9930.

Standley Park egg hunt: Free event from 10 a.m. to noon April 8 at Standley Park, 3585 Governor Drive. Egg hunts for different age groups up to 10 years old. There will also be arts and crafts. Bring your own basket. Visit sandiego.gov/park-and-recreation/centers/recctr/standley .

Spring Egg Hunt: There will be free crafts, a photo booth, an opportunity drawing for a basket prize and an egg hunt from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. April 8 at Penn Athletic Field, 2555 Dusk Drive. Call (619) 527-3458.

Egg hunt: Free event from 10 a.m to noon April 8 at Park de la Cruz Community Center, 3901 Landis St. Call (619) 516-3141

Serra Mesa egg hunt: Free event from 9 to 11 a.m. April 8 at Serra Mesa Recreation Center, 9020 Village Glen Drive. Call (858) 573-1408.

Spring Egg Hunt: Free event from 9 a.m. to noon April 8 at Santa Clara Recreation Center, 1008 Santa Clara Place. Call (858) 581-9928.

For details about egg hunts at your local city of San Diego recreation center, visit sandiego.gov/sites/default/files/2023.03.22_parks_and_rec_spring_events.pdf . For spring festivals, visit sandiego.gov/springfestival.

Bunny Breakfast & Spring Egg S cramble: The city of San Marcos hosts a free egg scramble with 20,000 eggs and carnival games along with jumpees from 8 to 11:30 a.m. April 8 at Williams Barn at Walnut Grove Park, 1950 Sycamore Drive. The egg scramble for babies through age 12 starts promptly at 10:15 a.m. and continues by age group until about 11 a.m. Families are encouraged to come early. The Bunny Breakfast is from 8 to 10 a.m. for $7 per person. Call (760) 744-9000 or visit san-marcos.net .

Egg hunt at church: Community Lutheran Church will hold a free Easter Egg Hunt for children up to fifth grade at 9:30 a.m . April 1 at Woodland Park, 671 Woodland Parkway. Bring your own bag. Visit clcfamily.org .

Easter buffet and egg hunt: Lakehouse Resort will serve Easter Brunch starting at 10 a.m. April 9 at The Grill. Cost is $85 for adults and $35 for kids younger than 12. Throughout brunch, head over to the Garden Court, where there will be live music, lawn games, face painting, Easter egg hunts and photos with the Easter Bunny. Visit lakehousehotelandresort.com.

“Hop Down the Bunny Trail”: Free event from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. April 1 at Santee Trolley Square, 9850 Mission Gorge Road. The Easter Bunny will be there for photos, along with music, crafts, carnival rides and a bunny trail egg hunt. Visit cityofsanteeca.gov .

SOLANA BEACH

Children’s Spring Festival & Egg Hunt: Free event from 10 a.m. April 8 at La Colonia Park, 715 Valley Ave. Children in third grade and younger can collect eggs filled with treats. There will be jumps, crafts, photos with the spring bunny and piñatas. Refreshments include lemonade, coffee, popcorn and cookies. Bring a basket or bag. Visit ci.solana-beach.ca.us .

Easter Egg hunt: Free event from 9 to 11:30 a.m. April 8 at the Brengle Terrace Park ballfields and surrounding areas, 1200 Vale Terrace Drive. Festivities include an Easter bonnet contest, face painting, music and an egg hunt for children ages 2-10. The event is sponsored by “Santa” and the Pride of Vista Lions Club. Visit facebook.com/POVLions.

To add an egg hunt, email [email protected].

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Summer Season Weekdays (Monday-Friday) are historically least crowded during the summer season in June, July, and August. Weekends tend to attract more tourists and vacationers. “Kids Free” October From October 1-31, children ages 3-11 are admitted free to San Diego Zoo and Safari Park . This traditionally attracts big crowds, including large school groups, everyday in October and especially on weekends.

What’s the Best San Diego Safari Park Tour? Chart & Reviews

With 18 choices, how do you pick the best San Diego Safari Park Tour/Safari? After the quick summary below, check the comparison chart for prices, tour duration & age limits. Then read the individual tour reviews and about their refund policy if you have to cancel.

Africa Tram’s the best free San Diego Safari Park tour. The 1-hour Wildlife Safari truck trip into the African fields is the most popular paid one. But a 90-minute Twilight Wildlife Safari with lunch is a better deal. Roar & Snore Safari overnight stays are family favorites. All require separate admission.

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Prices are given as a range because Safari Park charges extra for tours on peak days. Prices and availability can change without notice.

• Least Expensive: non-holiday Mondays and Tuesdays thru Thursdays
• Mid-priced: most Fridays
• Peak prices: Some Fridays. Usually Saturdays, Sundays, and 3-day holidays (best time for aRes discount tour deals )

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And finally, here’s what else you can do at Safari Park . That’s a page that I wrote that covers the animal exhibits, shows, and keeper talks. And if you’re wondering where to eat I’ve also written an article on where’s the best food ?

Wildlife Safari Tour

The 1-hour Wildlife Safari is the most popular tour at San Diego Safari Park followed by the 90-minute Twilight Wildlife Safari. You go inside the African animal enclosure in an open-air covered truck. Twilight tours add a light meal. Deluxe Safari is 90 minutes long and also tours the Asian enclosures .

The worst thing about these Safaris is that there are sometimes so many opportunities for close-up photos of animals that you won’t know where to point your camera first.  The best part of them is that you have the opportunity to feed giraffes if the animals are feeling hungry. Don’t worry, they’re ALWAYS hungry.

There are 3 different variations of this Safari plus an alternative for those with teenagers:

Wildlife Safari

• Duration: 1 hour
• Price: $89 – 105 per person. Admission is separate for each person and required.
• Age restrictions: Ages 3+. Children 15 years old and younger must be accompanied by a paid adult
• What’s Special: The overwhelming SIZE of a 4-foot long giraffe head next to yours. And how daintily they take the acacia leaves from your fingers.
• Deals : Check HERE for discounted tours for SanDiegoing readers from aRes Travel — San Diego’s local authorized ticket source.

Twilight Wildlife Safari

• Duration: 90 minutes
• Price: $109 – 129 per person. Admission is separate for each person and required.
• Age restrictions: Ages 3+. Children 15 years old and younger must be accompanied by a paid adult 
• You’ll also enjoy a glass of wine or a non-alcoholic drink with some tasty nibbles at a stunning overlook.

Deluxe Safari

• What’s Special: The Deluxe Safari provides you with your best chance to pet a rhino. It’s not guaranteed, but it’s more likely than on either of the other truck safaris. Why? Maybe because the One-Horn rhinos in the Asian fields are a bit smaller than the White rhinos in the other safaris? Still, stroking the soft snout of a 3,500-pound animal instead of a 5,000-pound one is ok with me. And there are always hungry giraffes!

Combine A Truck Safari with a Zipline Experience

If you’ve got teenagers or other adrenalin junkies in your group, try the Deluxe Flightline Safari (further down this page). It combines a shorter truck caravan safari with a 3,520-foot zipline ride. Same cost, but more experiences!

Wildlife Safari Tips

Feed giraffes, but don’t touch them . Keep your hands low during feeding. Raise your hand just a bit so that they can see the acacia leaves. Then let them reach down for the leaves.

Why? They use their heads as battering rams in dominance contests. Your friendly hand reaching towards their head can be viewed as an aggressive gesture. So no high-fives with giraffe horns. That avoids misunderstandings with a creature 10 times your size and makes for better photos as well.

THIRSTY? Bring drinking water in a container with a closed lid. Sip, don’t guzzle unless you’ve got an iron bladder.

MOBILITY ISSUES : If anyone in your party has mobility issues or needs to use a wheelchair call 619-718-3000 after you purchase your ticket. They will make arrangements for you.

RESTRICTIONS

• Selfie sticks must be stowed away. They can scare animals.
• No outside food, beverages, or bulky camera equipment (small tripods are ok if they’re used as monopods)
• Admission is separate and required.
• 5 or more days before reservation – changes allowed but $15 Administrative Change Fee will be charged.
• Less than 5 days before reservation – changes not permitted

CANCELLATIONS

• 5 or more days before reservation – changes allowed but $25 Cancellation Fee will be charged.
• Less than 5 days before reservation – payment not refundable.

Sun-Up Cheetah Safari Tour

Do you love cheetahs? Then this is San Diego Safari Park’s best tour for you. It’s the very best way to get amazing cheetah photos like the one above.

• Duration : 1 hour
• Start Time: 8:00 AM on most Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays
• Price: $99 – 105. Admission is separate and required for each guest.
• Age restrictions: All ages ok. There must be a responsible paid adult present for every 3 children. Children aged 16 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Proof of age of children may be required.

You’ll get into the park early and meet your experienced guide for a walk down to Shiley’s Cheetah Run . There you’ll see a cheetah fly by at nearly 70 miles per hour from a prime viewing location.

After the cheetah chases the mechanical lure down the track you’ll head down to the Watering Hole at Kijamii Overlook . There you’ll get to see another speedster, this one flying through the air. After all that rushing around, relax with a savory brunch. Enjoy coffee, tea, mimosas, and the only San Diego restaurant view that includes giraffes, rhinos, and antelope.

• Purchase your admission ticket(s) in advance online. You will be arriving before the ticket sale booths are open. Have your admission ticket printed or ready to be scanned on your cell phone.
• To get the best viewing locations for all of these tour events, arrive about 30 minutes before check-in so you get the first pick. But don’t worry if you can’t be early. There aren’t any “bad” locations.

Cart Safari Tour

A Cart Safari is the best tour at San Diego Safari park if you’ve got small children or babies. The cart is much lower to the ground than the truck used in the Wildlife Safari. It’s much easier to get in and out to view animals while carrying infants or toddlers. The ride is also much smoother since Cart Safaris only go on paved roads.

You’ll have a private tour driver/guide. They’ll be masked and the cart has special screens to social distance your guide from your household group. But they’ll still be able to hear and see you to answer just about any question and direct you to wildlife feeding opportunities and photo stops.

• Price: $55+ per person. Admission is separate and required for each guest.
• Age restrictions: None. Infants and children under the age of 2 are welcome as long as they sit on an adults’ lap. There’s a limit of two lap children per group. Children 15 years old and younger must be with a paid adult.
• Two Options: Asian Cart Safari or African Cart Safari

There Are 2 Flightline Safari Zipline Rides and Tours at Safari Park

Flightline safari.

• Duration : 1 hour. Includes orientation session and Fledgling flight
• Price: $77 – 85
• Age restrictions: 8+ years old. There must be one paid parent or guardian accompanying up to 3 children aged 8 to 15 at all times. If you’re 16 or 17 you may ride the flightline alone, but you must have a parent or guardian sign a liability waiver at check-in. 
• Deals : Check HERE for daily discounts for SanDiegoing readers from aRes Travel — San Diego’s local authorized ticket source. TIP : The deals are best when you need them most, on weekends and holidays.

Take an exhilarating flight down a zip line 2/3rds of a mile long. Soar up to 130 feet above herds of wild antelope, giraffes, and rhinos. 

You’ll take a training course on the Fledgling run. There you’ll become familiar with the procedures and safety equipment. Once you’re comfortable with the short Fledgling flight, you’ll be transported to the launch platform for the Flightline Safari. You land near the campground at Kilima Point.

Deluxe Flightline Safari

This tour is a very good deal for groups that include restless teenagers looking for a bit more action. It adds a truck caravan tour into the African plains exhibits before your orientation session and zipline flight. You can get up close with the animals, take great photos, and ride the zip line for the price of just the Wildlife Safari truck tour.

• Duration : 90 minutes.
• Price: $89 – 105

Safety Restrictions: You will be asked to sign a liability waiver. You must be able to understand the waiver and be able to follow instructions in English. There’s a weight limit of between 60 and 300 pounds (your weight may be checked). 

The safety harness must fit comfortably. Wear snug-fitting closed-toe shoes. Do not drink alcohol before the Flightline Safari. If the trainers or those assisting you think that you’ve been imbibing you will not be allowed on the zip line. 

If you don’t meet all of these qualifications you will be denied access to the zip line and there will be no refunds.

Behind the Scenes Safari Tour

If you’re looking for an insider’s view, these will be San Diego Safari Park’s best safaris for you. There are 3 different safari options available, each focusing on one animal or exhibit area. But no two Behind the Scenes Safari Tours are exactly the same. All of them provide an intimate look at off-exhibit areas that are inaccessible to the general population of Safari Park guests.

You’ll take a ride on a small electric cart and then explore on foot with a guide who’ll fill you in on the park’s animals and conservation initiatives. 

There are three Behind the Scenes Safari Tour s:

Elephants & Friends

Have a close encounter of the pachyderm kind! See the Safari Park elephant herd from a private viewing area. Discover how they’re cared for and what’s being done to protect their wild relatives. Selfie sticks are not permitted on this tour.

• Price: $89 – 105 per person. Admission is separate and required for each guest.
• Age restrictions: Children 3-15 must be accompanied by a paid adult. A maximum of 2 children per group.

Rhinos & Friends

Get close to rhinos. Explore behind the scenes at Nikita Kahn Rhino Rescue Center. Here the Safari Park staff is developing assisted reproductive techniques that may bring back the Northern White Rhino from functional extinction.

You’ll also take a trip around the park’s large field exhibits and view many other species there. You have to be able to stand or walk for at least 60 minutes to take this tour.  Selfie sticks are not permitted here.

• Age restrictions: Children 3-15 must be accompanied by a paid adult. A maximum of 2 children per group. A maximum of 2 children per group.

Roar & Snore Safari Tour

In my ever so humble opinion, and that of many others, this is the BEST safari at San Diego Safari Park. You can experience the sights and sounds of sleeping on safari in Africa without traveling there (no extra vaccinations needed!).

Fall asleep to elephants’ rumblings. Wake to the sound of lions roaring. But don’t worry about it being too noisy to sleep. Most of the time it’s so quiet that you can hear the footsteps of giraffes passing by. 

What happens at Roar & Snore? Close-up animal encounters, night-time guided walking tours, and a backstage look at some of the animal accommodations. You’ll also enjoy good food, and relaxing around a campfire.

The last time Bob and I went, we saw the inner workings of Lion Camp at night. Did you know that they sometimes put different colored glitter in each lion’s food? Me neither! The colored particles let keepers know which scat belongs to which cat. Examining their feces is just one way that keepers monitor lions’ health.

The sleepovers include a catered hot dinner and breakfast. They’ve got something for everyone with many gluten-free, vegetarian, and vegan selections. For adults, there’s a cash bar. And everyone will enjoy sitting around the campfire eating s’mores and listening to the guides and campers trading stories of their wildlife experiences.

Most Roar & Snore Safaris include an evening or early morning Africa Tram ride. It’s magical. The animals in the African multi-species enclosures are at their frisky best. It seems as if they’re trying to get all of their sparring, running, and chasing done in the cooler weather. 

The campsite overlooks the African Plains multi-species enclosure loaded with antelope, giraffes, rhinos, gazelles, wildebeests, and many other animals. Clean restrooms and a limited number of showers are available. The tents are clean and spacious.

If you cringe at the thought of sleeping on a cot or the floor of a tent you’ll probably be happier spending the night at a nearby hotel. I’ve written a guide to the best local lodging close to Safari Park .

There are 3 different tent options:

Classic tent.

• $149 (Ages 3+)
• $30 (Ages 0 – 2)
• Price is per person. Single campers pay 2-person tent price. Maximum 5 people per tent. Admission is separate and required. 
• Size: 9 ft x 14 ft interior
• Tent Type: Canvas roof, vinyl-covered tent floor
• Furnishings: Sleeping bag pads. Bring your own sleeping bag, pillow, etc.
• $189 (Ages 3+)
• Price is per person. Single campers pay 2-person tent price. Maximum 6 people per tent. Admission is separate and required. 
• Tent type: Canvas roof, vinyl-covered tent floor. 
• Furnishings: 2 single cots, 2 chairs. Bring your own sleeping bag, pillow, etc.

Premium Tent

• $229 (Ages 3+)
• Price is per person. Single campers pay 2-person tent price. Maximum 4 people per tent. Admission is separate and required. 
• Great for couples looking for a special evening or families of 4.
• Size: 12 ft x 16 ft interior
• Tent type: Canvas roof. Wood floors with rug. Electrical outlets (charge your mobile devices!), storage/night-stand
• Furnishings: Queen bed with linens & pillows., 2 cots with sleeping bags, a fan and a space heater 

There are 5 different Roar & Snore Safari options:

All-Ages Roar and Snore

• Best sleep-over option for families with young children . 
• Age restrictions: For ages 3 and up
• What’s Special: There’s an evening, after-hours Africa Tram ride just for All-Ages Roar & Snore campers and an easy guided walk. Full cash bar for adults.

Adults-Only Roar and Snore

• Best option for couples . 
• Age restrictions: Ages 21+
• What’s Special: Adult topics like animal reproduction are presented by keepers. There are more animal experiences than during the All-Ages offering. The guided hikes are more strenuous. We went backstage at Lion Camp to see the big cats’ bedrooms and care areas.  It was dark in spots and the footing was a bit challenging. There was a cash bar for adults during dinner and the campfire experience.

Girl Scouts Roar and Snore

• Age restrictions: Ages 5+ with adults
• Pricing: $139+
• What’s Special: This is a troop oriented event. There are group guided walks, conservation related activities and animal-oriented crafts.

School Nights Roar and Snore

• Age restrictions: Ages 3-12 with adults
• What’s Special: This is a great field trip. The kids will get hands-on educational conservation & animal care experiences 

Supreme Roar and Snore

• Age restrictions: Aged 8 – 15 with adults.
• Pricing: $303+
• What’s Special: This is a great bundle of activities. Soar into the Roar & Snore camp on a zipline Flightline Safari. Spy on animals in the Night Vision Safari with vision-enhancing goggles. See the Sun Up Cheetah Safari with an exclusive viewing spot. And finally ride into the herds of giraffes, rhinos and antelopes on a morning Wildlife Safari.

For more detailed information on what to bring, how to prepare, and a menu, check out the Safari Park Roar & Snore Safari page on their website.

Ultimate Safari Tour

Assemble a Safari Park tour that is customized to your interests and desired activities. Full disclosure, we haven’t been on this safari, but we’re saving up for it! Because of that, I’ve asked a LOT of questions on the phone to the booking team. I hope that you’ll benefit from my research. And if you go before I do, send me pictures!

When you book your Ultimate Safari know the answers to the following questions before you call:

• What are your favorite animals?
• Are you interested in feeding any of these animals?
• Which animal exhibits would you like to see behind the scenes and find out more about how they’re cared for? 
• Do you have any dietary restrictions? They serve you lunch on this safari. You don’t want this experience spoiled by food that you can’t eat!

Duration: 5 hours. It’s easy to add too many activities and animal experiences to this safari. You’ll have to be selective so you don’t feel rushed. Your planner will help you decide how much to see in the time that you have.

Price: Varies depending upon day and seasonality

• $675+ for a 5-hour tour. Priced per person.
• $50 – children aged 2 and under
• Children aged 15 and under must be with a paid adult

Age and other restrictions: Depends upon the activities you choose.

You must book/reserve your tour at least 72 hours in advance . San Diego Safari Park usually only schedules one Ultimate Safari per day. The animals need to be fed and cared for daily and their keepers need to be notified so they can make special accommodations for Ultimate Safari visitors. 

Balloon Safari

Soar 400 feet up in a helium balloon. You’ll have great views of San Diego Safari Park and the San Pasqual Valley agricultural area that surrounds the park. 

Duration: About 30 minutes. You’ll spend 10 to 12 minutes at the highest viewing point.

Price: Varies depending upon peak hours and days. Plan on spending $20 or less. Reservations are NOT available online. Pay at the gate.

Ages restrictions:   All ages. 

Tips: The best times to fly are between 9:00 AM and noon, but it’s open until sunset. The ride may shut down due to windy or rainy conditions. Afternoons in Escondido can be windy. The balloon is grounded shortly before Cheetah Run at about 3:00 PM and afterward while any cheetahs remain near the Shiley’s Cheetah Run track. 

Africa Tram Tour

Africa Tram is San Diego Zoo Safari Park’s best tour if you’re on a budget . It’s one of the highlights of the park. And it’s free with your park entrance ticket! We’ve ridden this attraction hundreds of times and plan to do it many more.

You get to see dozens of species at once, and they’re always doing something new. The many thousands of rare plants surrounding you and the over 900 acres of open California Sage Scrub habitat make it even more appealing.

Duration: 25 – 30 minutes.

Price: FREE with your paid admission to Safari Park, except for children in school groups. Ride as many times as you want to.

Ages restrictions:   All ages. Children under 2 years of age must remain in their parent’s lap.

• Skip this one if you have booked a Caravan or Cart Safari, and you are feeling like you don’t have time to see everything on your list.
• In a rush? You can purchase priority boarding. Check the kiosk at the entrance to the Africa Tram queue. 
• When’s the best time to ride the Africa Tram? The peak hours are from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM. So anytime before or after will be good. The animals are most active when the weather is cool. Many people try to take the first Africa Tram trip or one of the last ones for that reason. But there’s really not that much difference. You’re going to see spectacular creatures whenever you go. 
• Where’s the best place to sit? We like sitting in the 2nd or 3rd car. The first car can be a bit noisy. However, that car is the only one with accessible seating for those with mobility issues. So it may be best for you. 
• Which side of the tram is best? You’ll see animals on both sides. And you are encouraged to stand up if the vehicle is not moving. So you’ll be able to take great photos no matter where you sit. However, the cheetahs, zebras, and most giraffes and rhinos are on the right side.
• Expect long lines on weekends & holidays. There are signs that tell you approximately how long the wait times are. They are fairly accurate. The longest times are from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM.The wait times are shorter during Cheetah Run (around 3:30 PM). We also like late afternoon trips because it’s getting cooler and they’re less crowded. The last trip of the day starts 45 minutes before the park closes. 
• Request an “Easy Access Pass” if you have difficulty standing for long periods or are of limited mobility. With this pass, any guest with a disability and 3 additional members of your group, can be directed to a separate boarding area. Park employees are glad to provide extra boarding and disembarking assistance (if requested), to those boarding from the Easy Access areas.

7 Tips for Better Safari Tours

• Save money by reserving in advance versus purchasing the same day in the park. Plus you’ll be more likely to be able to choose a convenient time. 
• Get the best deal by booking on non-peak days . Safari Tour tickets generally cost less on weekdays. Non-holiday Mondays and Tuesdays are the cheapest. Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays are a bit more expensive. You’ll pay the most on weekends and holidays.
• Include parking fees in your budget. Parking is not included and must be paid upon arrival at the parking entrance to Safari Park. Parking costs $15 for passenger vehicles and $20 for RVs. You can have preferred parking by adding $18 to either of the parking fees. “Preferred parking” means that you get a spot close to the entry/exit and you don’t have to walk uphill to get to the Park entrance.
• Arrive a minimum of 45 minutes before your tour or safari . This will allow time for you to travel from your parking or drop-off point to your safari check-in location. Leave earlier during holidays and on Friday afternoons when the traffic is usually heavier.
• Check in 10 minutes before the beginning of your safari.
• Know where your safari check-in location is. Check their map from the San Diego Safari Park website before you arrive.
• Download their map app. It’s available for both Apple and Android. Apple iOS download here.
• Android download here.

About Refunds or Cancellations of San Diego Safari Park Tours or Safaris

• There are no refunds if you arrive late or are a no-show.
• Make changes or cancellations early! There are no changes or cancellations less than 5 days before the date of your safari.
• What if you get sick? Call them at 619-718-3000 as soon as you know that you can’t go. Their Reservations Sales Department is open every day at 8:30 AM. They will need your Order Number, so have it with you when you call.
• Pay attention to the age limits and other restrictions for certain safaris. You won’t be given a refund at the last minute because you didn’t read the tour descriptions.
• The park reserves the right to cancel any safari or tour because of bad weather, animal welfare concerns or concerns for your safety. If they have to cancel your safari they try to do it as soon as possible and do their best to reschedule your safari at your convenience. If you cannot reschedule, your money will be refunded.  However, if it’s raining and they don’t call to cancel, enjoy! The park can be wonderful when it’s wet. Check out my article on how to enjoy San Diego Safari Park if it rains.

Closing Thoughts

Take the Caravan Safari Deluxe or the Ultimate Safari if you’re visiting for the first time and may not be returning for a long while. Splurge a bit. If you’re feeling guilty about the extra expense, tell yourself that you’re spending the extra cash to help end wildlife extinction.

If one of the paid safari experiences is not in your budget, then take the Africa Tram. Maybe twice. Once in the morning and again right before closing time.

Maybe you’ve read all the way down this page and still aren’t sure whether the Zoo or Safari Park is a better fit for you? In that case, go to my page where I compare the differences between the San Diego Zoo and Safari Park and the pros and cons of each.

I hope that this has been a help for you to decide which San Diego Safari Park tour or safari will be best for you and your family.

Nancy Ulrich

I'm nuts...about animals, polymer clay, mixed media art & husband Bob. Happily planted in San Diego among good friends, family that I would have chosen if given the choice and optimism for a bountiful future for us all.

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*Per person. Admission is separate and required.

At A Glance

• $710 & up per person
• 5 hours or 7 hours

Ages 15 and younger must be accompanied by a paid adult. Special arrangements for children younger than 3 years of age can be made; please inquire when making reservations.

Selfie Sticks are not permitted on this tour and must be stowed away. Some selected tours may have additional safety restrictions.

Change/Cancellation: Reservations may be changed up to 7 days before the program and will be subject to a $100 Administrative Change Fee. Less than 7 days, changes not permitted. Cancellations received 7 days before scheduled program are subject to a $200 Cancellation Fee. Less than 7 days, payment is non-refundable. 



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The ultimate way to experience the Safari Park! Our team of professionals will customize your visit to suit your needs and interests. Looking for a journey to some of the most exclusive areas of the Safari Park? The Ultimate Safari is your key to habitat areas, animal interactions, and the very best in personalized service. Choose either a 5-hour or 7-hour Ultimate Safari, and enjoy exploring the Park with your own personal tour guide. Each Ultimate Safari is tailored to your interests and includes a sit-down lunch.

This very popular tour requires advance reservations (minimum 72 hours) and is subject to availability. Call 619-718-3000 to reserve your Ultimate Safari. If you prefer to be contacted, please complete this form . Ultimate Safari tours are priced per person. Admission is separate and required.

Please note: Animal habitat areas are subject to change based on the health and welfare of the animals.

Customizable:  The Safari experience of a lifetime! All Ultimate Safaris are customized to your specifications. Great for birthdays and other special occasions. Ask us how we can help plan your special day!

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Solar eclipse maps show 2024 totality path, peak times and how much of the eclipse people could see across the U.S.

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Updated on: April 9, 2024 / 5:00 AM EDT / CBS News

A total solar eclipse  crossed North America Monday with parts of 15 U.S. states within the path of totality. Maps show  where and when astronomy fans could see the big event  as skies darkened in the middle of the day Monday, April 8.

The total eclipse first appeared along Mexico's Pacific Coast at around 11:07 a.m. PDT, then traveled across a swath of the U.S., from Texas to Maine, and into Canada.

About 31.6 million people live in the path of totality , the area where the moon fully blocked out the sun , according to NASA. The path ranged between 108 and 122 miles wide. An additional 150 million people live within 200 miles of the path of totality.

Solar eclipse path of totality map for 2024

The total solar eclipse started over the Pacific Ocean, and the first location in continental North America that experienced totality was Mexico's Pacific Coast, around 11:07 a.m. PDT, according to NASA. From there, the path continued into Texas, crossing more than a dozen states before the eclipse enters Canada in southern Ontario. The eclipse exited continental North America at around 5:16 p.m. NDT from Newfoundland, Canada.

The path of totality included portions of the following states:

• Pennsylvania
• New Hampshire

Small parts of Tennessee and Michigan also experienced the total solar eclipse.

Several major cities across the U.S. were included in the eclipse's path of totality, while many others saw a partial eclipse. These were some of the best major cities for eclipse viewing — though the weather was a factor :

• San Antonio, Texas (partially under the path)
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• Dayton, Ohio
• Cleveland, Ohio
• Buffalo, New York
• Rochester, New York
• Syracuse, New York
• Burlington, Vermont

Map of when the solar eclipse reached totality across its path

The eclipse began in the U.S. as a partial eclipse beginning at 12:06 p.m. CDT near Eagle Pass, Texas, before progressing to totality by about 1:27 p.m. CDT and then moving along its path to the northeast over the following few hours.

NASA shared times for several cities in the path of totality across the U.S. People could have also  checked their ZIP code on NASA's map  to see when the eclipse was to reach them if they were on, or near, the path of totality — or if they saw a partial eclipse instead.

How much of the eclipse did people see if they live outside the totality path?

While the April 8 eclipse covered a wide swath of the U.S., outside the path of totality observers may have spotted a partial eclipse, where the moon covers some, but not all, of the sun, according to NASA. The closer they were to the path of totality, the larger the portion of the sun that was hidden.

NASA allowed viewers to input a ZIP code and see how much of the sun was to be covered in their locations.

Could there be cloud cover be during the solar eclipse?

Some areas along the path of totality had a higher likelihood of cloud cover that could interfere with viewing the eclipse. Here is a map showing the historical trends in cloud cover this time of year. 

You could have checked the latest forecast for your location with our partners at The Weather Channel .

Where did the solar eclipse reach totality for the longest?

Eclipse viewers near Torreón, Mexico, got to experience totality for the longest. Totality there lasted 4 minutes, 28 seconds, according to NASA. 

Most places along the centerline of the path of totality saw a totality duration of between 3.5 and 4 minutes, according to NASA. Some places in the U.S. came close to the maximum; Kerrville, Texas, had a totality duration of 4 minutes, 24 seconds.

What is the path of totality for the 2044 solar eclipse?

The next total solar eclipse that will be visible from the contiguous U.S. will be on Aug. 23, 2044.

Astronomy fans in the U.S. will have far fewer opportunities to see the 2044 eclipse they had on April 8. NASA has not yet made maps available for the 2044 eclipse but, according to The Planetary Society , the path of totality will only touch three states.

The 2024 eclipse will start in Greenland, pass over Canada and end as the sun sets in Montana, North Dakota and South Dakota, according to the Planetary Society.

Aliza Chasan is a digital producer at 60 Minutes and CBSNews.com. She has previously written for outlets including PIX11 News, The New York Daily News, Inside Edition and DNAinfo. Aliza covers trending news, often focusing on crime and politics.

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