How to find the
Wild Animal Park
- 15500 San Pasqual Valley Road, 35 miles north of the San Diego Zoo and east of Escondido
- Map/directions
Park hours
(The Wild Animal Park is open every day of the year, including all holidays.)
- Current Hours
(through June 20):
9 a.m.–4 p.m.
(grounds close at 5 p.m.) - Summer Hours/Park At Dark
(June 21–September 1):
9 a.m.–8 p.m.
(grounds close at 9 p.m.) - Fall Hours
(September 2–December 12):
9 a.m.–4 p.m.
(grounds close at 5 p.m.)
Make it memorable
- Photo Caravan Safari Tours
- Cheetah Run Safari
- Sleepovers
- VIP Tours
- Cats & Carnivores Tour
- Savanna Safari
- A Taste of CRES program
- Vet Center Tour
- Ride on the Wild Side
- Journey into Africa Tour
Guided tour rides depart 9:30 a.m.–4:15 p.m. - Lion Camp
- Heart of Africa
- Nairobi Village
Other Wild Animal Park exhibits
- Condor Ridge
- Elephant Overlook
- Lorikeet Landing
9:30 a.m.–4:45 p.m. - Hidden Jungle
Closes at dusk - Kilimanjaro Safari Walk
- African Aviary
- Paul Harter Veterinary Medical Center (not open to public)
Visitor
Information
Get closer to the animals on the new
Journey into Africa tour
Seven lion cubs pounce onto the scene
Kids & Cubs Special
Buy an adult Wild Animal Park BEST VALUE ticket online at the kid's price.
(Limited time offer. Must be used by May 16.)
Celebrate Mother's Day!
Mother's Day Sleepover
Saturday–Sunday, May 10–11
Moms with children ages 4 and up will learn about some amazing animal mothers and meet a lion keeper during this fun overnight adventure! More...
Mother's Day Brunch
Sunday, May 11
Indulge in an elaborate buffet of your Sunday Brunch favorites. Kids will love their own special buffet! Reservations are needed. More...
Register now for the brand-new
Wild Animal Camp!
June 23–August 15, 2008
Our brand-new summer camp program for children entering entering grades 1–9 will be the best ever, with 1, 2, 3, or 5 days of fun! Spend the night at the Park as part of adventure when you choose multiple days. More..
New this year: Wild CSI—DNA Summer Camp, for grades 7–8!
Book Signing: Here, There and Everywhere
Saturday, May 10, 1–3 p.m.
Mombasa Island Market Gift Shop
Author Mira Tweti will be on hand to sign copies of her children's book about Sreeeeeeeeeet the Lorikeet. Or order online at ShopZoo.com
Other ticket values
- Kids & Cubs Special: Buy an adult Wild Animal Park BEST VALUE ticket online at the kid's price. (Limited time offer. Must be used by May 16.
- Visit the Zoo, Wild Animal Park, and SeaWorld San Diego with the San Diego
3-For-1 Pass. - Save over 30% and enjoy Southern California's top attractions with the Southern California CityPass.
- Buy tickets, book hotels, and rent cars online!
