Wildlife Safari Park

Category: Nature preserve

Address: 16406 292nd St, Ashland, NE 68003, USA

Phone: +14029449453

Opening hours

Sunday: 9AM–5PM

Monday: 9AM–5PM

Tuesday: 9AM–5PM

Wednesday: 9AM–5PM

Thursday: 9AM–5PM

Friday: 9AM–5PM

Saturday: 9AM–5PM

Reviews

Rachel

Jul 19, 2022

My husband and I took our kids here on a whim. We went into it not expecting too much, but they had a BLAST. Some of the birds strolled right up to the car to say hello and we got some cool pics. The gift shop was a little expensive, but not too outlandish. I would definitely recommend this safari for families with young children.

Debra Reddy

Jun 30, 2022

I think $9 per person is a little steep on the price but I'm sure it takes a lot of money to feed all the animals so I don't mind paying it too much. My friend and I had a great time here! The serene fields of wildflowers and grasses in the early summer are just breathtaking and I could spend hours looking at them. Seeing the animals are kind of hit and miss, but I guess that's just how it is with wild animals. We really enjoyed looking at the animals we did see and got some great photos. I want to bring my kids maybe this fall for some different views.

Michael Montgomery

Mar 1, 2022

I love visiting the safari park and always have a fun and unique experience. Being able to drive through some areas and get out and walk through others is a nice combination and makes you feel extremely immersed in the experience. You almost forget you’re in the middle of Nebraska!

Nyssa Mother of Voids

Oct 12, 2021

We brought some stadium binoculars in case the animals were far away, but most of them were relaxing right next to the path! Most of my pictures took place right beside my car. We didn't get to see the wolves or black bear sadly, but the trails were fun. The eagles and cranes both chorus called in front of us. ❤

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Questions & Answers

How much animals are at the wildlife safari?

Duvan | May 4, 2020
Letty Smith | May 5, 2020

Sandhill cranes, bison, pelicans, elk, teeny tiny toads, butterflies, eagles, owls, a bear (some of the animals like the bear and the wolf are in rehabilitation and are in enclosures) there are the easy to see animals- but then when you look closer- there are turtles and other animals. Oooh! And goats

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Do they take credit or have an ATM?

Madison Schiavone | May 5, 2019
Mary Tamisiea | May 6, 2019

They do take credit cards. I'm not sure if they have an ATM.

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When does the park open for the 2021 season?

Jesika Croom | Apr 4, 2022
Nicky Ross | Apr 5, 2022

For all years: Wildlife Safari Park is open April through October. They just reopened this weekend so, a little earlier than normal.

Is the safari park open on sundays?

Tammy Conover | May 4, 2021
Glade Skinner | May 5, 2021

Yes

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When do they open for 2020 season?

Paul Calkins | May 4, 2020
Sherry Diaz | May 5, 2020

Generally they are supposed to be open year round (weather permitting) . This place is a great place to check out. I live a little over an hour away and visited at least 5 times last year. My family and I love it.

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How are the roads? What sort of vehicle do you need to drive thru? We have a small sedan, not an SUV...

Benjamin Rasmussen | May 4, 2020
Dana G (SHAWTY SO BOSSY) | May 5, 2020

They are dirt roads and bumpy as well but I did see many cars and they were fine.

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Can you drive through with the top off your Jeep?

Jason Stevens | Aug 7, 2021
Mark Phillips | Aug 8, 2021

Absolutely

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Are pets allowed

Teresa Rowe | Aug 7, 2021
David “DaVo” Wilkins | Aug 8, 2021

Yes but they are only allowed outside of the car in designated areas. Most of the experience is driving but there are areas like the wolf and bear exhibits where you need to hike and pets aren't allowed. So, either plan on skipping it, have someone stay in the car or make plans. We left the car running with the ac on and a note that everything was OK.

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How much is the cost for two seniors and 3 adults and one child under a year old

Richard Hladky | Jun 8, 2021
Ashley Martin | Jun 9, 2021

Adults are $8 seniors are $7 children 2 and under are free! You can drive the loop as many times as you want not like other places one time around. There are picnic tables we took lunch.

How long does it take to go thru it

Laurie Wilde | May 4, 2021
Danny Paternoster | May 5, 2021

It depends, your can pull over and take pics, there is an area by the birds that you can get out of your car. There is another area where you can get out, walk some trails, see the wolves, bears, eagles etc. And a petting zoo (which was closed for petting) A place to get something to eat. The gift shop at the end. All in All it took us about 3 1/2-4 hours from start to finish.

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are dogs allowed in the park on a leash?

Caleb Urban | May 4, 2021
lisa wolf | May 5, 2021

Yes in the car but up where public restrooms are there were people walking dogs on leashes

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How much senior ticket

yasir alkindi | May 4, 2020
CJSings | May 5, 2020

There is a discount for seniors and military.

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When does the park close for the 2019 season?

Deana Kumpf | May 4, 2020
Grant Parsons | May 5, 2020

I was there last Saturday (November 23rd) but they're closed for the season now (December 1st).

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What is the cosy?

Bobbie Telshaw | May 5, 2019
Robin Shearer | May 6, 2019

7.50 for each adult 3.50 for kids

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Is the park open for the 2018 season? One site said closed, some say open. When is opening day?

Heidi Greniger | May 5, 2018
Blaine Kaiser | May 6, 2018

They are open. I was there yesterday.

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I will be bringing a transit bus with 12 to 14 people. Is there a flat rate for the whole bus or is it by the individual person only. We are a facility that serves physically and mentally challenged individuals

Sheila Shannon | Dec 5, 2021
Sara Orr | Dec 6, 2021

On the web site it says per person but I would call and see if they can give u a deal

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Are there hours of the day that the animals are more active? If we get there early morning will they be out and about?

S Holmes | Sep 6, 2021
Chrystal Read | Sep 7, 2021

During the heat of the day they are all kinda hidden trying to stay cool. Early would probably be best. We went at 10:30 and had a blast.

Where do you see the bears?

Lorna Snow | Aug 7, 2021
jimmy stark | Aug 8, 2021

You have to go up the hill from where the concession are

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do we order tickets in advance? If so how do we do this for two seniors, one adult and one child

Michelle Jewell | Aug 7, 2021
jimmy stark | Aug 8, 2021

You pay at the window before going into the park

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I'm new to Omaha, Nebraska. How far is it from here!

Ruth Vanvliet | Apr 4, 2022
Nicky Ross | Apr 5, 2022

30 minutes with light traffic using Interstate 80 (I-80).

Are they open all winter? Hours of operation and days open?

Margie Trembley | May 4, 2021
Justin B | May 5, 2021

Open on weekends only after Halloween I was told at the counter last week.

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DO you need reservations?

Andy Krolikowski | May 4, 2021
Noelle Nasr-Johnson | May 5, 2021

No, and everything is open except for the petting zoo part & the bird sanctuary by the gift shop. You can walk along the outside of it. The gift shop is even open.

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Have an RV. Can I drive it through the park,?

Eddielea Sheets | May 4, 2021
Ashley | May 5, 2021

I wouldn't recommend it. The roads are narrow and curvy turns.

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Can we drive a 25 foot motorhome through? 12 ft clearance

Daniel Foster | May 4, 2021
JoAnn Beyer | May 5, 2021

That I'm not sure of. Kind of close in some spots, but you could always google it or bring up the number and call to ask.

If I have a pass to Lincoln zoo do you get a discount to here?

Virginia Bauers | May 4, 2021
Mark Sneed | May 5, 2021

The wildlife park is run by the state. I don't think the zoo pass will help. I would call.

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Can you use the restrooms there during the covet 19 situation?

Susie Melonis | May 4, 2021
T.J. McKinley ('kinley) | May 5, 2021

Yes restroom is open, doors are propped open one family at a time. They do even provide hand sanitizer

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Why don't they publish their open and closed dates? We drove there on 2/22/2020 only to find out it's closed, I had to email the zoo to find out it doesn't open until April and closed in October.... according to Google it says OPEN

Tim Gebers | May 4, 2020
Teddy Bear | May 5, 2020

They do publish their dates & times! They are part of the Omaha Zoo, so you can go to the zoo's website & get all the information. Every year the opening of the season is usually April, so no matter how nice the weather is beforehand, it won't be open. The Fall is a different situation... since they're already open, they have hours until the weather gets too bad. Sorry you had trouble. From now on check the Zoo's website. 😃

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Is the wildlife park open on labor day? I tried calling yesterday multiple times but no one answered. Thank you

Ben Nonhof | May 4, 2020
Claudia Ayala | May 5, 2020

Yes they are open today 9 to 5pm

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Can you walk dogs on the hiking trails?

Christian Gohr | May 4, 2020
Claudia Ayala | May 5, 2020

When you get to the entrance ask them, They are super nice and helpful.

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Are you open on July 4, 2019?

Fran Meier | May 4, 2020
Claudia Ayala | May 5, 2020

No

Does the Henry Doorley .Zoo pass work at the Safari park?

Jan Talich | May 4, 2020
Malinda Davis | May 5, 2020

No it does not. It is a separate pass. It can be added as an "addition " to your zoo pass for an additional charge.

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I heard you can use your zoo membership to get in. Is that true?

Amber Wright | May 4, 2020
Tim Alexander | May 5, 2020

There's an additional membership fee that is attached to your Henry Doorly Zoo membership.

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How much does it cost to get in

Hollynoel Siguentez | May 4, 2020
Amy Dirgo | May 5, 2020

http://www.wildlifesafaripark.com/admission-fees shows their rates for different groups. You can see what you need there.

Is a Nebraska State Park permit required to enter?

Katie Weinreich | May 5, 2019
T.J. McKinley ('kinley) | May 6, 2019

It is not required! It is not a state park it is affiliated with the Omaha zoo but your zoo membership will not get you in.

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can i bring my dog

Cathy | May 5, 2019
Zachary Maxwell | May 6, 2019

Yes, they even have a small area by restrooms designated as a dog stretching / dog restroom area

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Can you visit the park in the winter? Is it worth it? Are there other things to do inside?

Katies Kennel | May 5, 2019
Mesmerizing Reflections | May 6, 2019

No. They are closed. They are only open from April to October.

Are they open today, 1-14-19? No hours posted

Kenneth Strack | May 5, 2019
T.J. McKinley ('kinley) | May 6, 2019

They are closed for the season

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Am I allowed to bring my dog?

Jaynee Ewald | May 5, 2019
Tiffany Rippe | May 6, 2019

Probably not.

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Do they have any wheelchairs to use at the end

Vickie Damme | May 5, 2019
T.J. McKinley ('kinley) | May 6, 2019

No wheel chairs not sure you could even use one here. The Terrain isn't accommodating for a wheelchair.

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How do you "drive thru" the park?

7620313 | May 5, 2019
Melinda Auch | May 6, 2019

It's a completely enclosed park. One way in one way out. You pay at the gate and then take your time driving through the park on a designated path. There several places that you can stop and get out of the car. There's a petting zoo and walk up enclosures too. It's all completely outside, with the exception of the gift shop, so be mindful of the weather. Our grandsons love it!! We spent $45 on an annual pass and go about once every 6-8 weeks.

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Can we drive through with our car and can we have our dog in the car? What I'd the cost to drive through?

Priscilla Greiten | May 5, 2019
Matt | May 6, 2019

$7.50 for adults (12+), $6.50 for children, $5.50 for Seniors. I have seen people there with there with dogs, so should be fine.

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What is the fee?

Harold Dinsmore | May 5, 2019
Wendy Hladky | May 6, 2019

12 and over $7.50 3-11 $5.50 and 65 and over $6.50 2 and under are free

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Do y’all get to feed the wild animals?

Pete | May 5, 2019
Jennifer Conant | May 6, 2019

No, you do not get to feed the wild animals, with the exception that if you happen to be in the right place at the right time, the park rangers will allow you to throw frozen fish to the pelicans when they feed them.

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Place to eat

Carol Maatsch | May 5, 2018
ramchandra gupta | May 6, 2018

Bring your Food and enjoy in open place.

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Does an omaha zoo pass get you in here ?

Valerie Garner | May 5, 2018
Jon Thornton | May 6, 2018

No

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Can u bring dog's

Jeff wiese | May 5, 2018
Katherine G. Lichtas | May 6, 2018

Yes, but they have to stay in the car except for the parking lot areas. Dogs are not permitted on the trails.

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How much does it cost to get in the place?

Evelyn Luebbe | May 5, 2018
Oscar Garcia | May 6, 2018

$7.50 (ages 12 and up) / $5.50 (ages 3-11) / $6.50 (seniors 65 +), according to their website.

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how long to drive thru?

Debra Hodgin | May 5, 2018
travis hallett | May 6, 2018

Maybe 45 mins bit you can stop half way and go for a hike around the lake to see the bears and wolves ,so you could be there for hours depending on your level of interest .

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Is there bus tours

Nancy Charland | May 5, 2018
Sandra K | May 6, 2018

No buses, you drive.

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