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Safari park · West Palm Beach, Florida
Lion Country Safari
Car safari west of West Palm Beach, with lions, giraffes, rhinos, zebras and hundreds of other animals roaming in open areas, plus a park with attractions and animals to see on foot.
Illustrative images. The pictures in this guide are illustrations based on the real place, not photographs, and may differ from it.
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About Lion Country Safari
Lion Country Safari opened in 1967 in Loxahatchee, west of West Palm Beach, as the first drive-through safari in the United States. The main route is done in your own car, slowly, along a road of about 6 km that crosses open areas with animals from several continents.
Along the way you’ll see lions, giraffes, rhinoceroses, zebras, antelopes, chimpanzees on an island, bison and many birds. Windows remain closed in the sections with the larger animals, and visitors must follow the distance and speed rules.
After the safari, the walkable area has animals in enclosures, giraffe feedings, rides and water play areas for children. The car safari lasts on average about an hour and a half, and you can repeat the route on the same day.
Before you go
Practical information
Cidade Turismo reviews its information regularly, but something may have changed. Check with the place before planning your trip.
How much time to set aside
Half a day or a full day, including the drive-through safari and the walk-around area.
Best time
In the morning, when the animals tend to be more active and the heat is lower. On very busy days, the line of cars on the route grows.
How to get there
It’s on Southern Boulevard, in Loxahatchee, about 25 km west of downtown West Palm Beach. The safari can only be done by car; convertibles and open vehicles are not allowed on the route.
Tip
Fill up the tank beforehand and check that the car’s air conditioning works well: windows remain closed for much of the route.
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Get your questions answered
Frequently asked questions about Lion Country Safari
Do you need a car for Lion Country Safari?
Yes. The safari is done in your own car; open vehicles and convertibles are not allowed.
How long is Lion Country Safari?
The drive route takes on average about an hour and a half; with the walk-around area, allow half a day or more.
What animals are seen at Lion Country Safari?
Lions, giraffes, rhinoceroses, zebras, chimpanzees, antelopes, bison and many birds, in addition to the animals in the walk-around area.