Get Closer Than Ever!

From $25 per person

Giraffe Encounters will return beginning Friday, May 24. Scroll down to book your adventure before this popular experience sells out!

  • WHO:

    • Animal enthusiasts and giraffe lovers of all ages!
  • WHAT

    • 30-minute encounter with our giraffe: Matata, Rudy and Poptart! Learn about the world’s tallest land animals and how African Safari Wildlife Park is helping to save these gentle giants in the wild.
    • Feed for giraffe is included
    • Limited to eight guests per Encounter. This does not include children who are too young to walk.
    • General admission to the Park is not included with or required for the Encounter
    • An Encounter ticket is required for each guest three years of age and older, including those who wish to take pictures
    • The Encounter will operate as scheduled weather permitting. If the temperatures and/or weather do not allow for the Encounter to take place, we will offer to reschedule or issue a ticket refund. Please call 1-800-521-2660 to reschedule or receive a refund.
    • Encounter guests will be taken into the Drive-Thru Safari by an animal care staff member, and the encounter is on foot (not inside a vehicle). Guests must adhere to Park rules and instructions from staff. Closed-toe shoes are required for Encounter.
    • Take unlimited selfies and make memories that will last a lifetime! Remember to tag us at @africansafariwildlifepark.
  • WHEN:

    • Encounters take place every between Memorial Day weekend and late September
    • Encounters must be booked/reserved and paid for online in advance
    • Please arrive at the Park no later than five minutes prior to your Encounter start time to ensure the Encounter begins on time. Upon arrival, please park near administration building on the right side of the parking lot and honk your horn.
  • WHERE:

    • In the Drive-Thru Safari at African Safari Wildlife Park in Port Clinton, Ohio! Click here for directions.
  • HOW TO BOOK YOUR EXPERIENCE:

    1. Book below by first selecting how many guests will be in your party, then select “choose dates”
    2. Select which day and timeslot you want to have your Encounter.
    3. Fill out your contact information (purchaser information) and purchase your Encounter tickets! Tickets must be booked and purchased in advance; guests cannot participate in an Encounter without tickets.