Question 1

Is there an admission fee at the safari gate?

Accepted Answer

Yes, adults, children, and seniors are priced individually, and that price includes BOTH the Wildlife & Dinosaur Safaris!
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Question 2

Do I need to be there right at 9:30 am?

Accepted Answer

No, it is General Admission from 9:30 am to 4:00 pm.

Question 3

Will I get to see the Giraffes and Elephants on the Drive Thru Safari?

Accepted Answer

The Elephants MAY be visible depending on the time of day you participate in the drive thru.  The Giraffes are visible in the Roos and Crew barn which is included with any safari purchase.

Question 4

What are the hours of operation?

Accepted Answer

The drive-thru safari park is general admission from 9:30 am EST until 4 pm EST.  Our office hours are 8 am- 5 pm EST daily, and the Roos & Crew building hours are 10 am- 5 pm EST.

Question 5

What days are you open?

Accepted Answer

We are open 7 days a week, year-round!

Question 6

Do we need to make a reservation?

Accepted Answer

Reservations are recommended for all animal experiences including the wagon safari rides.  That is the only way to guarantee your spot. However, if we still have spots available, guests are welcome to be added on upon arrival.  Tickets for the Wildlife & Dinosaur safari in your own vehicle can be purchased in advance or upon arrival.

Question 7

Can we get out of our vehicles to take photos?

Accepted Answer

No, guests are not allowed to exit their vehicle during the drive thru experience.

Question 8

Are their restrooms and food available?

Accepted Answer

Restrooms are available at our Basecamp building. We also have a Cafe open on weekends and Gift Shop stocked with all kinds of souvenirs open daily!  We also offer a picnic area for those that would like to pack a picnic lunch, and are just 5 short miles from both French Lick and Paoli, Indiana where several restaurants are located.

Question 9

Is admission per vehicle or per person?

Accepted Answer

Admission is per person, not per vehicle.

Question 10

What happens if it rains?

Accepted Answer

We operate rain or shine, and the drive-thru park is always open! In the event you have an outdoor safari booked and we are unable to run those, you are offered the option of switching to an indoor encounter or the drive thru safari in your own vehicle.

Question 11

Do you have packaged pricing for multiple activities or animal encounters?

Accepted Answer

We do offer an All-Access package that includes several of our animal encounters and the drive thru safari.  For the elephant lovers, we offer a Rise & Shine Package as well that lasts a full 2 and a half hours. Otherwise, all activities and encounters are priced separately.

Question 12

Do you have a restaurant on the property?

Accepted Answer

Yes, we have a small selection of food items open on weekends. We offer snacks and beverages daily!

Question 13

Does the Wagon Safari go through the Dinosaur Safari?

Accepted Answer

No, the wagon safari rides do not go through the dinosaur safari. However, as part of your wagon safari tickets you are permitted to drive back through the wildlife and dinosaur safari in your own vehicle!