Safari Bus Guided Tour

Safari Bus Tour

Your Guided Safari Bus Tour will take you through 2.2 miles of trails where you’ll take in breathtaking views of our valley from an open-air safari bus while having an up-close-and-personal experience with many of our exotic animals.

Seating is limited, so we suggest you book online in advance to reserve your seat. (Tickets are non-refundable.) Tickets are also available at Guest Services (upper lobby) based on availability on the day of your visit. The tour is approximately 1 hour. You can choose to take just the Safari Bus Tour or combine it with a visit to our Small Animal Adventure Walk-Thru.

Please arrive 20 to 30 minutes in advance of your departing time for check-in. Check-in is located on the lower level outside the Trailside Grill. Buses run on time. They will depart the loading zone at the time you selected when you purchased your tickets. Restrooms are in The Lodge (main building), if needed before departure.

Please Note: Unfortunately, our Safari Buses are NOT handicapped accessible at this time.

*If very heavy rain or inclement weather is in the forecast, please check the website or call ahead, as very muddy roadways may cause us to be closed.

*If you are late, Guest Services will assist you in adjusting your tour to a Self-Drive Thru or moving you to another scheduled Safari Bus if seats are available.

*If you need to cancel, refer to your confirmation email and select MODIFY ORDER. Click the arrow then select "cancel booking" to receive an HVAA e-gift card for future use at HVAA. Changes may be made up to 24 hours before your tour time. Tickets are non-refundable.