Alabama Safari Park: A Drive-Through Wildlife Adventure
Experience a unique drive-through safari adventure in the heart of Alabama, hand-feeding exotic animals in a 350-acre wildlife sanctuary.
Experience a unique safari adventure in the heart of Alabama at the Alabama Safari Park. Drive through a 350-acre wildlife sanctuary and get up close with over 500 animals from around the world, including zebras, giraffes, and kangaroos. It's an unforgettable experience for the whole family.
A brief summary to Alabama Safari Park
- 1664 Venable Rd, Hope Hull, Alabama, 36043, US
- +1334-288-2105
- Visit website
- Monday 9 am-5 pm
- Tuesday 9 am-5 pm
- Wednesday 9 am-5 pm
- Thursday 9 am-5 pm
- Friday 9 am-5 pm
- Saturday 9 am-5 pm
- Sunday 9 am-5 pm
Local tips
- Arrive early in the day for a less crowded experience and more active animals [17].
- Purchase multiple buckets of animal feed, as the animals are eager to interact and be fed [3, 4].
- Be prepared for animals to approach your vehicle closely, and follow park rules for a safe experience [4, 17].
- Take your time driving through the park to fully enjoy the experience and observe the animals [4, 17].
- Combine your safari adventure with a visit to nearby Montgomery to explore civil rights history [3].
Getting There
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Driving
The Alabama Safari Park is located off I-65 at Exit 158 in Hope Hull [3, 12, 14]. From Montgomery, take I-65 South to Exit 158 [3, 14]. Turn left off the exit. Go approximately 1/2 mile to Venable Road and turn left [3, 14]. Follow Venable Road to the park entrance [3, 14]. Parking is free [3].
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