Ready for a spin? The Conservation Carousel is a whirlwind of fun with over 60 unique animals to ride. A hit with kids and those young at heart, this merry-go-round of endangered species is perfect for a family photo ops.
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San Diego Zoo Safari Park, nestled in California’s San Pasqual Valley, is a wildlife haven that opened its doors in 1972. The park offers unique safari experiences, allowing you to get up close with over 300 species of animals like elephants, giraffes, rhinos, and rare Sumatran tigers in their expansive habitats. With a variety of safari options, each offering unique sights of the animals, the San Diego Safari Park is a wildlife enthusiast’s paradise. Stay on this page as we cover the best ticket options, what’s inside the park, and help you plan your exciting adventure!
Get ready for an adventure as you embark on one of the park’s unique safaris. Whether it’s the Wildlife Safari, Behind-the-Scenes Safari, Cart Safari, or the thrilling Flightline Safari, each offers a unique perspective and a chance to see different animals up close.
What sets the San Diego Zoo Safari Park apart is its commitment to conservation. The park spans an impressive 1,800 acres, designed to mimic natural habitats, giving you the opportunity to see animals interact as they would in the wild.
With over 3,000 animals from more than 300 species, you’ll get to see everything from African elephants and giraffes to zebras, antelopes, and various bird species. Don’t miss the cheetahs, lions, and the rare Sumatran tigers!
Try out the park’s adventure activities like zip lining and ballooning for an adrenaline rush like no other. You get to soar over the animals giving you a bird’s eye view of the park.
The San Diego Zoo Safari Park offers 8 different types of safaris, each giving you a different perspective.
A vibrant world of pollinators awaits you. Experience the beauty of hundreds of butterflies from around the globe in a colorful aviary.
No, San Diego Zoo Safari Park and San Diego Zoo are not the same. They are two different parks, located in different areas, and offer different experiences. The Zoo is in downtown San Diego, while the Safari Park is 30 miles north in Escondido. The Zoo is more compact, and the Safari Park is more spread out, allowing animals to roam in larger enclosures.
October is Kids Free month at the Safari Park. During this time, children aged 11 and under can enjoy free admission when accompanied by an adult with a valid entry ticket. Youths aged 2 and younger are always free year-round.
February is Seniors Free month at the Park, where adults of ages 65 and above can enter for free through the month.
No, currently there are no in-and-out privileges at the San Diego Zoo Safari Park. This means once you exit, you cannot re-enter the park on the same day.
Yes, you can bring your own food and drinks into the Safari Park. However, there are some restrictions to keep in mind. The park allows non-alcoholic drinks and food that are animal-safe. Glass containers and straws are not permitted. Also, large coolers are not allowed.
Yes, the San Diego Zoo Safari Park is suitable for kids. The park offers a unique and immersive safari experience that can be enjoyed by all ages. However, it’s important to note that the park is large and involves a lot of walking, so it’s recommended to bring strollers for younger kids.
Yes, it is safe to visit the San Diego Zoo Safari Park. The park provides special parking, restrooms, and access to shows, tour buses, and exhibits for guests with disabilities. Also, the park staff works hard to ensure the safety of the visitors and the animals.
Yes, visiting the San Diego Zoo Safari Park is considered worthwhile, especially for animal lovers. The park is famous for its large field enclosures where herds roam free, and visitors can enjoy close-up contact with wildlife.
See the rhinoceros and elephant in person made me feel so lucky.
Killer whales, dolphin show was awesome. The weather was amazing
The water park was a big hit. The tram ride was very heavy handed.
Animals were viewable and active enjoyed watching them
Our Safari tour with Ryan was very informative and fun!
The staff is super friendly. The park was clean and the enviroments that are set up make the animals easily seen.
We visited the zoo and safari park on two different days. Absolutely loved both parks. Take 1 day to see each park.
So much to see! Well maintained and friendly staff. We will be back!
Loved the tram and the volunteers were great and helpful
Explore wildlife up close with the Africa Tram, Cheetah Run, free-flight aviary, and more.
Inclusions
Entry to San Diego Zoo Safari Park
Access to Africa Tram
Access to Cheetah Run
All scheduled shows & exhibits
San Diego Zoo & Safari Park 2-visit pass (as per option selected)
Exclusions
The San Diego Zoo was amazing! My kids and I spent 9 hours exploring all the animal habitats, enjoyed the double decker bus tour and the Skyfari. Loved every minute!
See the rhinoceros and elephant in person made me feel so lucky.
Why animals were always asleep
The volunteers were wonderful; they went into a lot of details and interesting facts about the animals, but most of the animals were not out or visible. The wait for the safari tram was about 40 minutes, but once on it was terrific.
Simply everything, fantastic planting, beautiful animal enclosures. Highly recommended.
Helpful staff. Great signage. Beautiful zoo
We visited the zoo and safari park on two different days. Absolutely loved both parks. Take 1 day to see each park.
Everything was good nice and clean friendly people
See the exotic wildlife at San Diego Zoo and the San Diego Zoo Safari Park, or visit either of the locations twice.
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San Diego Zoo
Entry to the San Diego Zoo
Kangaroo Express bus tour
Guided bus tour
Skyfari aerial tram
Access to all shows and exhibits
San Diego Zoo Safari Park
Entry to San Diego Zoo Safari Park
Access to Africa Tram
Access to Cheetah Run
All scheduled shows & exhibits
Exclusions San Diego Zoo Safari Park
San Diego Zoo
The Zoo is wheelchair-accessible.
Proper clothing, including shoes and shirts, must be worn at all times.
Pets are not allowed at the Zoo, but guide dogs are welcome.
San Diego Zoo Safari Park
I didn't realize that this zoo was huge. Very happy to see elephants again and of course the pandas. It was even better that I was told the park closed at 8 instead of 5. Although we didn't see the polar bears and red panda, we still saw a lot of animals. It was fun to watch the hippos swim underwater and the family of monkeys walk around. The koalas were great seeing them too.
The staff was very friendly, I have been to many zoos but your staff was hands down the best. Loved the zoo and how its focus was the animals vs the guest. It showed how much more you care for them.
Killer whales, dolphin show was awesome. The weather was amazing
The Panda's and the Rhino. The closeness to the animals
See the rhinoceros and elephant in person made me feel so lucky.
Animals active. Best zoo ever visited. Pandas adorable. Koala nap, fantastic.
Great varitity of animals and easy to navagate each region. Wear comfortable shoes. Lots of walking and some steep climbs. Very surpised at the excellent food we had in the asian section.
The pandas were so playful on the day we visited. Although there was a large crowd of school children, the line moved quiclky and everyone was respectful.
Awesome experience, specually it is our first time to visit the zoo with amazing animals, clean facilities and friendly staff
Ease of entry, zoo experience was really good with all the animals and the bus ride was excellent . Loved the skyway aerial as well.
Easy to book a day at the SD Zoo. Loved the Zoo and all it has to offer. Exceptionally clean, with very nice habitats and enclosures for the animals! We visited on a nice cool week day. Crowds were minimal. We had lunch at the Sandwich shop and though it was very tasty, it is overpriced. Our only disappointment was that the Pandas weren't visible both times we went to their habitat to see them. Overall excellent experience! We definitely hope to return!
Head out made it so easy to purchase tickets and they offered the lowest prices as well! It was the best experience ever!
Design of the zoo experience and staff courtesy
It's just not for me. The animals looked sad which made me sad as well.
I love gorillas and rhinos
all the animals were out as we were there at feeding time and the weather was cool.
Been a while since my last visit , first time we ride the Skyfai tram.
I had heard of the zoo all my life and it did not disappoint! Thanks
Everything was amazing, very Big park. Only the cost of the tickets were little high to my prespective.
EVERYTHING!! Free refills of water - unheard of!
We visited the zoo and safari park on two different days. Absolutely loved both parks. Take 1 day to see each park.
The tour guides were very helpful and kind.
Enjoy a full day at San Diego Zoo with a guided bus tour, Skyfari Tram rides, and keeper talks.
Inclusions
Entry to the San Diego Zoo
Kangaroo Express bus tour
Guided bus tour
Skyfari aerial tram
Access to all shows and exhibits
San Diego Zoo & Safari Park 2-visit pass (as per option selected)
So easy to purchase easy to use and each place we went
The initial app that had to be downloaded wasn't what was needed to provide tickets to each venue. There was a lot of confusion once that happened of what was available and what wasn't available to us. We ended up paying for something we thought was included in our purchase only to find out it wasn't. We also paid for something that we could have used this purchase for. I've reached out numerous times and provided detailed information only to have one e-mail reply by a person (non-automated) asking for more information which was all provided in my initial e-mail to only be forgotten. I don't think I would recommend this to anyone else traveling.
Great way to see the city! The night tour was so great, the host was kind and knowledgeable. We all had a great time!
The option to pick any two of my most interested activites during m days of visit. I did have a problem accessing the ticket at my first destination, headout app was not recognising my ticket. Somehow it worked and I was in. Thanks.
It was a good experience that provided a discount and saved standing in line. However there was no information that there were addition featured of the Wild Animal Safari Park for an additional fee or what those attreactions were called. We heard about them for the first time at the park and had to purchase them at that time.
I booked my experience and the website defaulted to the 15th when I was booking for the 14th. I was unable to change the time. I had to repurchase the tickets and when I got to the venue I could have paid the same price or less. When I got to the gates they had to give me a different pass to get in because my tickets didn't work
Nothing really. I only save $5 in total, better to get vouchers on line prior to event, works out to be cheaper than the pass
Enjoy flexible sightseeing with a digital pass, valid for 30 days after your first visit.
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It was great, I felt like i was in the middle last century
It is a great place, all the volunteers are so nice ! You get a very clear idea of what it is to be living in an aircraft carrier, big sacrifice from all the sailors !!!
My husband And I enjoyed exploring the Midway. We love history and were fascinated by the ship and all the aircraft onboard. The docents were so informative. We enjoyed our experience very much and look forward to visiting again.
The shop is amazing. The audio tour is so informative and interesting. The docents in the yellow caps were very knowledgeable. Most of them actually served on the ship. Get there quick before they retire!!
Showing my family the work I performed and how our daily routine was everyday
The water park was a big hit. The tram ride was very heavy handed.
The entire expeerience was top notch.
Animals were viewable and active enjoyed watching them
Our Safari tour with Ryan was very informative and fun!
The staff is super friendly. The park was clean and the enviroments that are set up make the animals easily seen.
So much to see! Well maintained and friendly staff. We will be back!
Loved the tram and the volunteers were great and helpful
A seamless blend of wildlife exploration and military history ensures a day of fun and learning.
Inclusions San Diego Zoo Safari Park
Entry to San Diego Zoo Safari Park
Access to Africa Tram
Access to Cheetah Run
All scheduled shows & exhibits
USS Midway Museum
Skip-the-line entry to USS Midway Museum
Audio guide in English, Spanish, Japanese, Chinese, German, and French
San Diego Zoo Safari Park
USS Midway Museum
I didn't realize that this zoo was huge. Very happy to see elephants again and of course the pandas. It was even better that I was told the park closed at 8 instead of 5. Although we didn't see the polar bears and red panda, we still saw a lot of animals. It was fun to watch the hippos swim underwater and the family of monkeys walk around. The koalas were great seeing them too.
The staff was very friendly, I have been to many zoos but your staff was hands down the best. Loved the zoo and how its focus was the animals vs the guest. It showed how much more you care for them.
The Panda's and the Rhino. The closeness to the animals
It was great, I felt like i was in the middle last century
Animals active. Best zoo ever visited. Pandas adorable. Koala nap, fantastic.
It is a great place, all the volunteers are so nice ! You get a very clear idea of what it is to be living in an aircraft carrier, big sacrifice from all the sailors !!!
My husband And I enjoyed exploring the Midway. We love history and were fascinated by the ship and all the aircraft onboard. The docents were so informative. We enjoyed our experience very much and look forward to visiting again.
Great varitity of animals and easy to navagate each region. Wear comfortable shoes. Lots of walking and some steep climbs. Very surpised at the excellent food we had in the asian section.
The pandas were so playful on the day we visited. Although there was a large crowd of school children, the line moved quiclky and everyone was respectful.
The shop is amazing. The audio tour is so informative and interesting. The docents in the yellow caps were very knowledgeable. Most of them actually served on the ship. Get there quick before they retire!!
Awesome experience, specually it is our first time to visit the zoo with amazing animals, clean facilities and friendly staff
Ease of entry, zoo experience was really good with all the animals and the bus ride was excellent . Loved the skyway aerial as well.
Easy to book a day at the SD Zoo. Loved the Zoo and all it has to offer. Exceptionally clean, with very nice habitats and enclosures for the animals! We visited on a nice cool week day. Crowds were minimal. We had lunch at the Sandwich shop and though it was very tasty, it is overpriced. Our only disappointment was that the Pandas weren't visible both times we went to their habitat to see them. Overall excellent experience! We definitely hope to return!
Head out made it so easy to purchase tickets and they offered the lowest prices as well! It was the best experience ever!
Showing my family the work I performed and how our daily routine was everyday
Design of the zoo experience and staff courtesy
It's just not for me. The animals looked sad which made me sad as well.
I love gorillas and rhinos
The entire expeerience was top notch.
all the animals were out as we were there at feeding time and the weather was cool.
Been a while since my last visit , first time we ride the Skyfai tram.
I had heard of the zoo all my life and it did not disappoint! Thanks
Everything was amazing, very Big park. Only the cost of the tickets were little high to my prespective.
EVERYTHING!! Free refills of water - unheard of!
The tour guides were very helpful and kind.
Visit 2 top attractions with flexible tickets, exploring wildlife and naval history at your pace!
Inclusions San Diego Zoo
Entry to the San Diego Zoo
Kangaroo Express bus tour
Guided bus tour
Skyfari aerial tram
Access to all shows and exhibits
USS Midway Museum
Skip-the-line entry to USS Midway Museum
Audio guide in English, Spanish, Japanese, Chinese, German, and French
San Diego Zoo
USS Midway Museum
I didn't realize that this zoo was huge. Very happy to see elephants again and of course the pandas. It was even better that I was told the park closed at 8 instead of 5. Although we didn't see the polar bears and red panda, we still saw a lot of animals. It was fun to watch the hippos swim underwater and the family of monkeys walk around. The koalas were great seeing them too.
The staff was very friendly, I have been to many zoos but your staff was hands down the best. Loved the zoo and how its focus was the animals vs the guest. It showed how much more you care for them.
The Panda's and the Rhino. The closeness to the animals
Animals active. Best zoo ever visited. Pandas adorable. Koala nap, fantastic.
Great varitity of animals and easy to navagate each region. Wear comfortable shoes. Lots of walking and some steep climbs. Very surpised at the excellent food we had in the asian section.
James and Preston was awesome guides. In fact, all the guides were but those 2 stood out for me. Trolleys were comfortable, on time and took a good route. I wish I had 2 days to explore!
The pandas were so playful on the day we visited. Although there was a large crowd of school children, the line moved quiclky and everyone was respectful.
Awesome experience, specually it is our first time to visit the zoo with amazing animals, clean facilities and friendly staff
Ease of entry, zoo experience was really good with all the animals and the bus ride was excellent . Loved the skyway aerial as well.
Easy to book a day at the SD Zoo. Loved the Zoo and all it has to offer. Exceptionally clean, with very nice habitats and enclosures for the animals! We visited on a nice cool week day. Crowds were minimal. We had lunch at the Sandwich shop and though it was very tasty, it is overpriced. Our only disappointment was that the Pandas weren't visible both times we went to their habitat to see them. Overall excellent experience! We definitely hope to return!
Head out made it so easy to purchase tickets and they offered the lowest prices as well! It was the best experience ever!
Very friendly and informed tour hosts. A fabulous way to see beautiful San Diego.
Design of the zoo experience and staff courtesy
It's just not for me. The animals looked sad which made me sad as well.
I love gorillas and rhinos
all the animals were out as we were there at feeding time and the weather was cool.
Been a while since my last visit , first time we ride the Skyfai tram.
Great tour, awesome guides, we enjoyed all the information received.
I had heard of the zoo all my life and it did not disappoint! Thanks
Everything was amazing, very Big park. Only the cost of the tickets were little high to my prespective.
EVERYTHING!! Free refills of water - unheard of!
The tour guides were very helpful and kind.
Enjoy the perfect combo of wildlife exploration and city sightseeing, ideal for families, couples, and solo travelers.
Inclusions San Diego Zoo
Entry to the San Diego Zoo
Kangaroo Express bus tour
Guided bus tour
Skyfari aerial tram
Access to all shows and exhibits
Old Town Trolley Tours
1 day unlimited hop-on hop-off tour
Access to Orange route
Free audio-guided walking tours
Discount coupons worth $30
Map brochure with a day planner
Please click here for a detailed route map and its boarding points.
You can join the tour at any stop and hop on and off for the duration of your ticket.
Jan 1 to Mar 9, Jul 4 & Nov 3 to Dec 31
Mar 10 to Jul 3 & Jul 5 to Nov 2
San Diego Zoo
Old Town Trolley Tours
You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
