Out of Africa Wild Animal Park:

Out of Africa Wild Animal Park is, as the term implies, a wildlife preserve right in the middle of Arizona. Here, you can get the chance to see wild animals that you thought you’d only see in Africa. Children will also definitely enjoy this exciting, daring, and fun adventure with the animals of the world. 

Directions to Out of Africa Wild Animal Park:  

Out of Africa Wild Animal Park is located at Camp Verde, Arizona. It is easily accessible from Phoenix, Flagstaff, Grand Canyon, Las Vegas, and Sedona. If you are driving from Phoenix or Flagstaff, the I-17 north and exit 287 will take you to Highway 260. Once you reach the Verde Valley Justice Center Road, turn left and follow the signs. The drive will take approximately half an hour from Phoenix and around 40 minutes from Flagstaff. If you are on a marathon vacation, you can travel from the Grand Canyon or Las Vegas to the park through I-40, which will take you to Flagstaff. Follow the same directions given above.  

Things To Do:

There are six major things you should not miss at the Out of Africa Wild Animal Park. The first is the Wildlife Preserve, which can be toured on board a tram. At the Preserve, you will get the rare opportunity of seeing wild animals such as lions, tigers, hyenas, and wolves up close as they prowl in their natural habitats. You can also meet and greet the caretakers. The second is Tiger Splash wherein you will get to see rare Siberian, Bengal, and other tigers and large cats in a 35x50 pool. There is also a live narration when you visit this part of the park, so you and your kids will learn a lot about these animals. The third attraction in the park is the Serengeti Safari, which is a 45-minute safari that can make you feel like you’ve flown all the way to Africa. The tour through the safari is facilitated by expert guides. Both adults and kids will enjoy the once-in-a-lifetime experience of riding a safari vehicle while encountering uncommonly seen animals such as giraffes, ostriches, zebras, and a lot more. On this tour, you can also feed the animals and get close enough to witness their natural behavior. Another top attraction in the park is the Predator Feed, wherein the caretakers are feeding the predators raw food and you will get to see the predators jumping for their food. Lastly, there’s the Giant Snake Show. It’s your opportunity to get up close and personal with giant reptiles, the likes of which you though you’d only see in movies. Touch and hold anacondas, pythons, and even boas if you are brave enough. This can be an exhilarating experience for the adventurous. 

Tours at Out of Africa:

Most of the above mentioned attractions can be seen by guided tours, but the park also offers special tours such as the Behind-the-Scenes VIP tour, which is an extensive tour facilitated by knowledgeable caretakers and even park founders. The tour will cover all areas of the park and events available for that day. Only ages 3 and above are allowed to join. This special tour is offered from Wednesday to Sunday from 10:00AM-1:00 PM. Arrive 15 minutes earlier for check-in. Since this tour is popular, it is recommended that you make reservations as early as possible. 

General Information:

Official website: http://www.outofafricapark.com/index.html

Reservations: Reservations are required for the Behind-the-Scenes VIP Tour. Reservations are not required for general admission. However, to catch the various Out of Africa Wild Animal Park’s various shows, make sure to arrive at least 15 minutes before the start of the show.