Don’t Miss the Capy Cuteness

capybara pup
  • WHO:

    • Animal enthusiasts and Capybara lovers!
    • Guests ages 3–15 must be accompanied by a paying adult.
    • Guests under three years of age are not permitted.
    • The Capybaras will only interact with guests sitting on the ground. Participants must be able to sit on the ground and traverse uneven substrate and a 2-inch step.
  • WHAT

    • A 25-minute behind-the-scenes, VIP encounter with our Capybara family—including two adorable pups! Feed them a snack, feel their coarse fur and learn all about the world’s largest rodent. You may even get to give a Capybara a belly rub!
    • Limited to five guests per Encounter.
    • A Baby Capybara Encounter ticket is required for each participant.
    • This is an indoor Encounter and will operate as scheduled, rain or shine.
    • Guests must wear closed-toe shoes to participate in this Encounter.
    • Because this is a behind-the-scenes experience, personal photos are not allowed. However, you can hand your phone to your Encounter guide and they will take plenty of photos for you at no extra charge!
  • WHEN:

    • For a limited time only!
    • 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 the Administration Building on the south side of the parking lot and wait for a staff member to greet you.
  • WHERE:

    • At African Safari Wildlife Park in Port Clinton, Ohio! Click here for directions.
    • Personal photos are not allowed during this behind-the-scenes experience. However, you can hand your phone to your Encounter guide and they will take plenty of photos for you!
  • 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.