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The San Diego Zoo and the San Diego Zoo Safari Park are outdoor destinations and remain open. We continue to monitor the ongoing changes due to the COVID-19 pandemic, and are following the recommendations provided by our state and local health authorities.

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As we face the ongoing challenges of COVID-19, our team of dedicated specialists continue to care for countless animals and plants that depend on us each and every day.

Your continued support is critical to the wildlife in our care and vital to endangered species worldwide.

 

Choose Your Safari — All Safaris Are Private

Cart Safari Africa

All ages**
$318 & up*
1 hour

Sit back in the comfort of your own Safari cart, as you enjoy a 60-minute guided tour of the Park’s spacious African savanna habitats, led by one of our knowledgeable guides. As you explore these habitats together, your guide will share stories about the plants and animals in our care, and how our conservation work is making an impact worldwide. Questions are encouraged! Step off the cart for a look at some unique critters, and snap some amazing photos as you enjoy this unique Safari Park experience.

Your private guide will escort you around the Park in a deluxe cart that has been outfitted with special screens, to socially distance your family from the guide. This tour is perfect for a family outing—pricing is for the entire cart, up to six household members allowed. Admission is separate and required.

*Price is per cart/up to 6 household members.

Cart Safari Asia

All ages**
$318 & up*
1 hour

Sit back in the comfort of your own Safari cart, as you enjoy a 60-minute guided tour of the Park’s spacious Asian savanna habitats, led by one of our knowledgeable guides. As you explore these habitats together, your guide will share stories about the plants and animals in our care, and how our conservation work is making an impact worldwide. Questions are encouraged! Step off the cart for a look at some unique critters, and snap some amazing photos as you enjoy this unique Safari Park experience. 

Your private guide will escort you around the Park in a deluxe cart that has been outfitted with special screens, to socially distance your family from the guide. This tour is perfect for a family outing—pricing is for the entire cart, up to six household members allowed. Admission is separate and required.

*Price is per cart/up to 6 household members.

Advance Tickets

All ages**
318 & up
*Plus admission. Admission may be added before checkout.
*per cart/up to 6 household members
https://tickets.sandiegozoo.org/webstore/shop/viewItems.aspx

At a Glance

Times: 

Available daily during Park hours.

Duration: 

1 hour

Age Interest: 

  • Preschoolers, Kids, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors
**Safety/Age Restrictions ➟

Safety/Age Restrictions

Age Range: All ages may join Cart Safari Africa and Cart Safari Asia. Children 17 years old and younger must be accompanied by a paid adult. Limit of 3 children per adult per group. Ages 0-2 must sit on adult lap. Limit of two lap children per group. Africa After Dark is open to ages 8 and up. 

Reservations

619-718-3000
for questions or to make a reservation.
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