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Dino Safari Park is a multi platform Immersive Experience that takes you on a prehistoric journey like never before.

Join us on a Jurassic drive-through LIVE EXPERIENCE at Dino Safari Park, for the ultimate immersive prehistoric experience as you come face to face with living dinosaurs!

That’s just part of the excitement ! Did you know that Dino Safari Park fans can join the adventure from anywhere at any time thanks to our Interactive Zone. Find out more and get FREE access to it below!

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Interactive Zone

In our Interactive Zone you can experience Dino Safair Park and it’s wonders from wherever you are.  You can read about it below or click HERE to visit the Interactive Zone .

In 2020 we release our first two books in the Dino Safari Park range. These fun educational story books will take our younger visitors on an amazing adventure to excite and engage little ones as they go on a Dino adventure.

Virtual Reality

Our Virtual Reality experiences will continue to be released on the Interactive Zone and allow visitors of all ages to leap into our experiences and explore the Dinosaur paddocks, Science labs and other areas of Dino Safari Park.

In 2020 we release our TV shows. With ones for little learners to more family and adult focused TV, prepare for some really exctiting content. For little ones, the Dino Safari Park Interactive Zone has engaging fun TV that is also hugely educational. This means that while they are having some quiet time watching on a phone, tablet or larger screen, they are also learning. It’s really great for the whole family!

Education Portal

The Education Portal sits in the Interactive Zone and will help little learners increase their Dinosaur and other knowledge.  With fun tasks that teaches them not only about Dinosaurs but also about the animals they have all around them and about the science of past and current worlds, they will engage in learning and have so much fun!

Live Educational Tour

The Live Educational Tours are available for Schools and other venues and are educational and entertaining. Find out more HERE and get in touch with us now – Contact Us

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Dino safari park – live experience.

Get up close and personal with living Dinosaurs at our world exclusive, Jurassic drive-through experience. Prepare for the most amazing, immersive experience on earth! The Dino Safari Park is open to all ages however children must be accompanied by an adult. There are Dinosaurs that are free to roam the land and our rangers work hard to keep them in check.

Our team of Safari Park Rangers look after our dinosaurs 24 hours a day and will be your guides on this prehistoric adventure. As a visitor you will enjoy everything the Dino Safari Park has to offer and you can even become a Trainee Ranger .

Tickets to the Dino Safari Park will be available again soon, so sign up to to get Ticket Notification now to avoid disappointment. Our prehistoric park is only open to the public at limited times.

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We have a small but exciting range of amazing Dino Safari Park books available and more coming soon. Take a look below and choose which is right for you.

Character Colouring Book – Book 1:

In this Colouring Book you can colour in the Dino Safari Park ‘Little Dino’ characters as they explore some of the Dino Safari Park world. This 15 page Character colouring book is fun for the family to do together or as a task for little learners and Trainee Rangers to do! You can print this or download the book to your phone or computer. On your phone you can colour them in, on your apps like Draw, Snapseed or Paint.  From your phone or computer you can also print them, they are set to A4 print size, so it couldn’t be easier.

Interactive Story Book – Book 1

The Interactive Story Book takes a leap forward with entertainment for kids that are interested in arts, crafts and story telling. This story book has everything you need to create your own stories. Inside the book you will find the Cut Out pages which have characters, speech bubbles and other elements for you to cut out and place into the backgrounds and create your very own story.

Educational Tour

We offer an amazing Educational Tour that is as packed full of fun and facts. Our educational content has been created with teachers to ensure its pedogological value, by our award winning producers. We have a range of Educational options, covering a number of subjects.  Find out more HERE .

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Dino safari park – live experience itinerary:.

Arrive on site at the time specified on your booking. When you buy your ticket it will tell to arrive before, this is normally 30 minutes before your actual ticket time.  This is to allow you to be checked in in time. Once you are checked in with our Ranger team , head over to the Raptor Barn and find out about the problems we’ve had with Raptors and visitor safety. Go in to the viewing area and see the Raptors in their enclosure while you await your tour.

Tour buses arrive – all aboard for the tour, please ensure all children are with you and not left near the Raptor Barn. The Raptors are very cunning. Please follow the directions of the Dinosaur Rangers at all times. Safety of our guests is paramount.

With everyone on board the Dino Safari Park buses, the tour will begin. As the vehicles move through the park, keep an eye out for all the dinosaurs. On the tour you are likely to see several species including Brachiosaurus, Triceratops and even the fearsome Tyrannosaurs Rex. Have your cameras at the ready!

Once main tour is over the Tour Buses will return to the visitor centre where you can take part other activities such as, The Fossil Dig, a talk with a Scientist and even meet some of the Baby Dinosaurs and hatchlings.

You are welcome to stay as long as you like and re visit the Fossil Dig, Baby Dinosaurs and Cafe as much as you like, however the Bus Tour is only valid for one ride per ticket.

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Land of the Living Dinosaurs & Ice Age

Take a trip through time.

Travel back through the history of the Earth and discover two exhibits showcasing the era of the Dinosaurs and the creatures of the Ice Age!

LAND OF THE LIVING DINOSAURS

Experience the prehistoric world of Land of the Living Dinosaurs, where every step unveils a new era of jaw-dropping wonders.

Journey into the past as these colossal creatures come alive; towering over you and roaring before your eyes!

EDUCATE & ENTERTAIN

Marvel at the mighty T-Rex ruling the Cretaceous period, be amazed at the huge mamenchisaurus from the Jurassic era, and learn about eoraptors , one of the first dinosaurs evolved in the Jurassic period!

Engage in interactive displays, unearth captivating dino facts, and watch your little ones transform into mini palaeontologists in our Dino Dig area. It's a thrilling fusion of education and entertainment, making your journey through time an adventure to remember.

Go on a prehistoric journey of life on Earth after the dinosaurs became extinct in Ice Age.

Wander through an enormous rumbling volcano and step into a winter wonderland, as mammoths , sabretooths , and giant sloths come to life! Exit through the huge, atmospheric ice cave as the Ice Age comes to an end and elements of human life start to emerge...

MEET THE WILD FROM YOUR CAR  

Both past and present  .

Located in Southern Indiana  4229 US-150 W, Paoli, IN 47454

View over 40 species of animals and our animated dinosaurs...all from the comfort of your own vehicle! You'll be able to see animals roam freely on our gorgeous property.   Drive your vehicle on our maintained gravel road and see the animals and dinosaurs through your windows!  

Visit anytime between 9:30 AM and 4:00 PM...

Open 7 days a week, no reservations necessary!

*Pricing above is subject to change.

*Feed IS NOT included, subject to an additional charge.

Adults - $23.00 Seniors (65+) - $20.00 Children (3-12) - $17.00 Ages 2 and under - FREE

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Experience the self-guided Wildlife & Dinosaur Safari in your personal vehicle and see over 40 different species, as well as animated dinosaurs!  

DOGS ARE NOT ALLOWED ON THE SAFARI!

OPEN AIR VEHICLES are NOT allowed.  Vehicles must have tops and solid doors to participate in the safari.

Guided Wagon .

Experience the guided Wildlife Safari on wagon and see over 40 different species!  Go off the path and get up close and personal with the animals! Have the opportunity to drive back through in your personal vehicle to see the Dinosaur Safari opening 6/15/24 as well! Reservations highly suggested!

Adults - $37.00 Seniors (65+) - $34.00 Children (3-12) - $31.00 Ages 2 and under - FREE

Available seasonally from Mid-March-October 1 Hour Experience 9:30, 10:45, 12:00, 1:45, 3:00- peak season 10:00, 12:00, 2:00- non-peak season

+SAFARI FEED: INCLUDED

*Safari Feed IS included!

Also Included .

ROOS & CREW

Don't miss the variety of small animals at our Roos and Crew Barn.  View our animals in an intimate setting and learn all about their personalities. 

Complete with a variety of small animals, kangaroos, and reptiles it is sure to be a memorable experience!

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Dinosaurs at Blair Drummond

Ready to brave the dinosaur forest? Behind giant charge-proof gates lies a prehistoric land inhabited by over twenty dinosaur species.

Super-sized and super-realistic, these ancient beasts were specially “bred” for Blair Drummond Safari Park. Our largest dinosaur is a 21-metre diplodocus, and our most fierce is the iconic T-Rex. And if you want to catch a glimpse of our Pterosaur, remember to look up.

Take a stroll through their home as they stomp and screech around you. Don’t believe us? You can even see them breathing!

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A WALK-THROUGH DINO ADVENTURE FULL OF SURPRISES!

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Travel Back In Time

Grab a Jurassic passport and feel the thrill of standing next to 20+ giant moving dinosaurs on a walk-through expedition for the whole family.

Get To Know Every Dino

Dino Safari is both thrilling and educational. Learn how dinosaurs evolved over time, where on Earth they lived, and the discoveries paleontologists have made about how they ate, moved, and behaved.

What Visitors Are Saying about Dino Safari

I went with a group of 10 adults. I think we had just as much fun as the kids around us.

My family and I loved this event. The kids loved it to much they wanted to stay. Thank you for the enjoyable time.

Both my kids, 2.5 and 5 year old, loved the Dino Safari. The exhibition was amazing, spectacular and educational! Thank you!

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‘Jurassic Adventure’ to open in Ashland, NE this Friday

ASHLAND, Neb. (KTIV) - The Lee G. Simmons Wildlife Safari Park in Ashland, Nebraska plans to open its “Jurassic Adventure” on Friday, May 5.

Officials for the park say they have some of the world’s “largest and most life-like robotic dinosaurs” for people to enjoy. The full-sized dinosaurs, with handmade animatronics created with scientific supervision, are scattered throughout the Wildlife Safari Park, with guests able to follow their “Dino Guide” to get the park’s full experience.

This year is also Wildlife Safari Park’s 25th anniversary. It’ll be open daily until Oct. 1 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

The Lee G. Simmons Wildlife Safari Park also has four miles of drive-through North American wildlife viewing that guests can see from their own vehicles. Some of the animals include American elk, white-tailed deer, Prairie dogs, Grey Wolves, American black bears and more.

Jurassic Adventure is included with Wildlife Safari Park admission and membership. The price for adults, ages 12 to 64, is $12. The price per child, ages 3 to 11, is $10, and a senior’s admission, ages 65 and older, is $11.

More information about the park can be found here.

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OMAHA, Neb. (KMTV) — Some of the world's largest and most realistic robotic dinosaurs will roam the Lee. G. Simmons Wildlife Safari Park in Ashland starting next year.

Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium announced the plans on Monday. The handmade animatronic dinosaurs will be scattered throughout the Wildlife Safari Park starting May 5, 2023.

The dinosaurs created by Dino Dan, Inc. are unique as they can actually move and breathe.

The Jurassic Adventure is included with admission to the Wildlife Safari Park.

See the full press release from the zoo below.

Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium is excited to announce the Jurassic Adventure at Lee. G. Simmons Wildlife Safari Park in Ashland, Nebraska. This experience will include some of the world’s largest and most life-like robotic dinosaurs roaming the Park beginning May 5, 2023.

The dinosaurs coming to Ashland will be scattered throughout the Wildlife Safari Park to give an authentic dinosaur safari feel as guests enjoy their visit. The exhibition is created by Dino Dan, Inc., the only maker of full-sized dinosaurs. The handmade animatronics are uniquely created under direct scientific supervision and unlike other robots, these dinosaurs move and breathe.

The company’s founder, “Dino” Don Lessem, is a world-renowned authority on dinosaurs and was the dinosaur advisor to Steven Spielberg’s Jurassic Park. “Dino” Don is also responsible for the excavating and reconstruction of skeletons for the largest meat-eating and plant-eating dinosaurs in the world from the deserts of Patagonia.

“Dino” Don said, “We have gone to great lengths to ensure the most accurate dinosaur robots in the world and dinosaur fans love them.” The Jurassic Adventure is included with admission to the Wildlife Safari Park.

With this announcement, now is the time to take advantage of the Black Friday membership sale. Shoppers receive more than 20% off when they purchase or renew a Zoo Household or Grandparent Membership in combination with a Lee. G. Simmons Wildlife Safari Park Membership - a $270 value for the cost of $215 (discount offer valid for Zoo and Wildlife Safari Park combination memberships only).

A renewal now adds 12 more months of Zoo fun to your current membership. This offer ends at 11:59 p.m. CST on Wednesday, Nov. 30, and the special coupon code of 2022BF must be used to receive the discounted price.

Memberships can be purchased on the Zoo’s website any time or at Guest Services during Zoo business hours. For more information, please visit our website at OmahaZoo.com or call 402-733-8401.

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15 Cool Places to See Dinosaurs in Texas

Take a step back in time, back millions of years actually, to when dinosaurs roamed Texas. That’s right… dinosaurs in Texas!

There are some pretty amazing places in the Lone Star State that showcase these prehistoric creatures whether it be through naturally embedded fossils, exhibits at various museums, or other dinosaur attractions.

Dinosaur enthusiasts of all ages will delight in exploring these places to experience dinosaurs in Texas!

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Embedded Trace Fossils of Dinosaurs in Texas

If you need real evidence that dinosaurs once roamed Texas, then maybe some well-preserved tracks and fossils in their original location will do the trick.

There are a few sites in Texas that allow you the unique opportunity to literally walk in the tracks of dinosaurs.

Dinosaur Valley State Park, Glen Rose

For the ultimate Texas dinosaur experience, make your way south of Fort Worth to Dinosaur Valley State Park in Glen Rose, where you can see exactly where dinosaurs once roamed.

At the park you can find actual dinosaur tracks! Ancient dinosaurs left footprints in the bed of the river, now known as the Paluxy River, and they have been preserved for us to marvel at.

Do note that the dinosaur tracks in the riverbed are not always visible, but besides finding dinosaur tracks, you can also picnic, hike, or bike 20 miles of trails, swim, fish, paddle in the river, bird watch, or find a geocache.

The park has programs and workshops as well.

You can even make a weekend trip out of your visit and stay at one of their many campsites. Dinosaur Valley State Park will definitely make for an exciting trip.

Heritage Museum of the Texas Hill Country, Canyon Lake

The Heritage Museum of the Texas Hill Country in Canyon Lake has over 200 dinosaur tracks and 28 trackways that they work to preserve and also share with visitors.

Admission to the park includes the museum exhibits, and a Docent-led Boardwalk Tour around the dinosaur trackways, the Cretaceous Garden, and the aerial walkway.

During the tour, guests learn the history, geology, and details about the dinosaurs that once inhabited the Texas Hill Country.

This is an educational experience for the entire family to enjoy.

South Gabriel River Tracks, Leander

If you want a real adventure, set out to Leander to the South Gabriel River to seek out a set of dinosaur tracks made by an Acrocanthosaurus.

The river bed is not inside of a park but is on public property, so it is possible to make the hike and seek out the tracks when the river is dry.

N orth of where 183 and 183-A come back together, there is a bridge over the river, and the tracks are found on the south side, about a half-mile downstream from the bridge.

Seeking them out and finding them on your very own will be a great adventure!

Government Canyon State Natural Area , San Antonio

Government Canyon State Natural Area , located on the outskirts of San Antonio,  is another great place to view some pretty amazing dinosaur tracks.

The tracks were left by Acrocanthosaurus and Sauroposeidon dinosaurs over 110 million years ago.

It is quite a hike–about 5 miles round-trip–so come prepared, but will definitely be worth it for dinosaur enthusiasts.

The park also has 40 miles of activities including camping, hiking, biking, and looking for birds and wildlife.

Educational Texas Dinosaur Exhibits

Texas is packed full of museums that showcase dinosaur fossils, prehistoric artifacts, and engaging exhibits.

Do not miss out on these museums that provide a truly educational experience about the history of dinosaurs in Texas.

The Witte Museum, San Antonio

A trip to San Antonio will take you to the famous Witte Museum that features the Naylor Family Dinosaur Gallery.

The exceptional gallery centers on dinosaurs and creatures that once lived in Texas.

They feature a life-size Acrocanthosaurus and Tyrannosaurus rex, as well as many exhibits and artifacts from the era.

Visitors can also experience what it is like to be a paleontologist in the dinosaur lab where you can excavate and study fossils.

Houston Museum of Natural Science, Houston

The Morian Hall of Paleontology at the Houston Museum of Natural Science has a wonderful display that is sure to amaze.

With more than 60 major fossil displays, the exhibit is one of the largest paleontology collections in the United States.

What makes it stand out, even more, is that the dinosaurs are all in action telling a story; eating, chasing, flying, and attacking.

Highlights include three Tyrannosaurus rexes, a Diplodocus , and a Triceratops skeleton.

The Houston Museum of Natural Science is also home to one of the largest trilobite collections.

Texas Memorial Museum, Austin

Head to the Hall of Geology and Paleontology at the Texas Memorial Museum in Austin for yet another stunning exhibit dedicated to dinosaurs in Texas.

Fossil displays featured by the museum include an Alamosaurus, Chasmosaurus, Kritosaurus, and Tyrannosaurus rex as well as several other specimens including the Onion Creek Mosasaur.

Also on display are a large collection of animal fossils, plant fossils, and meteorites.

Texas Through Time, Hillsboro

Housed in a historic building in downtown Hillsboro, Texas Through Time is a nonprofit fossil museum located in Hillsboro, TX specializing in fossils from Texas and the surrounding states.

General admission to the museum is completely free and includes hundreds of authentic fossils on display as well as animatronic dinosaurs, fossil replicas, dinosaurs, prehistoric reptiles, amphibians, sharks, and beyond.

They even have fossils from the newly discovered genus and species of dinosaurs on display that are the only known examples in the world!

Texas Through Time often has special exhibits as well as many public events throughout the year, including their “Night at the BOOseum” where they turn the museum into a dinosaur-themed, family-friendly haunted house!

They have free Dino movie nights regularly, an annual Hill County Fossil & Mineral Expo, an annual Jurassic Park Motor Pool Car Show, scientific lectures, and more.

Texas Through Time is open Tuesday through Saturday, from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

Dinosaur Science Museum and Research Center, Keene

Another great museum that showcases everyone’s favorite prehistoric creatures is the Dinosaur Science Museum and Research Center in Keene.

When visiting the museum, lucky guests get to see one of the largest dinosaur fossil collections in the United States.

Over 30,000 dinosaur bones have been cleaned, cataloged, and preserved here.

Tours are given by student paleontologists walking guests through the process of excavating, cataloging, and preserving dinosaur fossils.

Guests are also given the opportunity to clean actual fossils.

Bandera Natural History Museum, Bandera

For more fun Texas dinosaur exhibits, make your way to the Bandera Natural History Museum , where you will find the famous life-size triceratops skeleton used in the movie Night at the Museum .

Also showcased are 18 other life-size dinosaurs, fossils, artifacts, and extensive murals.

There are fossil digging play stations as well where guests can complete a dinosaur skeleton.

Perot Museum of Nature and Science, Dallas

To discover more about dinosaur life, check out the Perot Museum of Nature and Science in Dallas.

Visitors get the opportunity to see the Paleo Lab, where you can get real-time views of the museum’s paleontologists processing fossils directly from the field.

Make sure to take the chance to view the only full-body reconstruction of Nanuqsaurus Hoglund in the world that was brought to life in the museum’s own lab.

You will also find a Tyrannosaurus Rex, a Tylosaurus, an Alamosaurus, and a new species discovered by museum paleontologists Pachyrhinosaurus perotorum.

Young children can even dig for replica fossils in the museum’s outdoor dig area.

Fort Worth Museum of Science and History, Fort Worth

One more museum that features dinosaurs is the Fort Worth Museum of Science and History .

There you can learn all about the dinosaurs that once roamed the earth.

On top of the typical fossil displays, the Fort Worth Museum of Science and History has some nice interactive experiences.

They have a DinoLab where you can explore fossils of dinosaurs native to North Texas, and a DinoDig which is an outside experience where visitors get to be paleontologists for the day digging for fossils in a replica field site.

You can also enjoy DinoGlow, a 3-D interactive Stegosaurus that guests can design using a variety of textures and colors.

Quirky Dinosaur Attractions in Texas

For those that can not get enough of dinosaurs, there are some pretty interesting tourist attractions that are all about these ancient creatures.

These locations are sure to excite dinosaur lovers of all ages.

Dinosaur World, Glen Rose

It is no wonder why Glen Rose is known as the Dinosaur Capital of the World.

The small city is not only home to Dinosaur Valley State Park, but they also house Dinosaur World.

Dinosaur World is a 20-acre park that you can venture through and view 100 life-size dinosaur statues.

Think of it as a dinosaur safari!

Dinosaur admirers will love being able to read about, see, and get their photos taken with as close to the real thing as possible.

There are also plenty of activities for the children, including a dinosaur-themed playground, fossil digs, and sluice mining.

They have a museum as well, and of course a gift shop with plenty of keepsakes and artifacts.

Austin Nature and Science Center, Austin

If you ever dreamed of becoming a paleontologist, a trip to the Austin Nature and Science Center is a must.

The center houses the Dino Pit, which is an exhibit designed to teach visitors about paleontology through hands-on experience.

The outdoor massive pit acts as a dig site where guests can dig up fossil casts and lay them out.

There are also 19 oil paintings that depict the specimens that can be found in the pit.

Other highlights of the exhibit are dinosaur trackways and an observation deck.

Dinosaur Park, Cedar Creek

Right outside of Austin, in Cedar Creek, you will find Dinosaur Park .

Life-size realistic dinosaur replicas complete with skin and color are sprea d out along a nature trail giving you a chance to take a walk with the dinosaurs.

Statues range from the small 2-foot Compsognathus to the massive 123-foot Diplodocus.

Visitors will also find a fossil-dig, picnic area, playground, and a dinosaur store.

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You left off the Whiteside Museum of Natural History in Seymour, Texas. Great list otherwise!

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Newsletter signup, visitor guide, dino safari now open at the oklahoma city zoo.

Journey back to the age of dinosaurs with the Zoo’s new DINO SAFARI experience to discover the world’s largest, most life-like animatronic prehistoric creatures

Dinosaurs are back at the OKC Zoo! The Oklahoma City Zoo and Botanical Garden presents DINO SAFARI , a new immersive experience featuring life-sized, scientifically accurate animatronic dinosaurs that demonstrate movement and sounds like the prehistoric giants that once roamed the planet. Explore DINO SAFARI located in the Zoo’s lush, 6-acre pollinator garden along the Lakeside to see several dinosaurs come to life through 15 one-of-a-kind animatronic displays and 8 skeleton replicas in a COVID safer setting.

These amazingly life-like creations were created by Jurassic Park advisor “Dino Don” Lessem’s company Dino Don Inc. , the premiere maker of robot animals in the world. DINO SAFARI is open to the public now through Sunday, October 31, from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. daily. Entry into DINO SAFARI is the cost of general Zoo admission plus, $5 per person for ZOOfriends members and $6 per person for nonmembers. Children 2 and under are free and do not require tickets for entry into DINO SAFARI.

 “Animal fans of all ages are drawn to dinosaurs so we are thrilled to bring this unique opportunity to the Zoo,” said Dwight Lawson, OKC Zoo’s executive director/CEO. “We hope to foster our guests’ natural curiosity and interest to learn more about these prehistoric wonders of the past while connecting them to our incredible animal family today.”

Learn how dinosaurs evolved over time and where they roamed as you encounter the fascinating creatures of DINO SAFARI. Stand next to one of the most popular predators of the late Cretaceous era, the Tyrannosaurus Rex, get an up-close look at a massive Woolly mammoth from the Pleistocene era as also referred to as the Great Ice Age and gaze at the 42-foot wingspan of a Tropeognathaus! Guests will also learn how the OKC Zoo is working with Tinker Air Force Base and the University of Oklahoma to help fight the extinction of Oklahoma’s beloved lizard, the horny toad, also known as the Texas horned lizard, through educational displays setup near the DINO SAFARI gift shop.

Trek over to the newly, renovated Dino Bites, located next to the pollinator garden, for a selection of tasty favorites including turkey legs, chicken nuggets, hot dog and churros. Shop for the ultimate dinosaur souvenirs at the DINO SAFARI gift shop and discover a vast selection of unique toys and gifts, apparel for both children and adults, plush, children’s books and more.

Additionally, guests can purchase exclusive DINO SAFARI OKC Zoo conservation wristbands. Choose from four limited-edition animal designs – Tyrannosaurus Rex, Triceratops, a raptor and Texas horned lizard – available for $2/each in the Guest Services office and stroller window located in the entry plaza. The Zoo’s collectible, conservation wristbands benefit the Zoo’s local and global conservation efforts with 100 percent of sales going to Round Up for Conservation.

DINO SAFARI TICKET OPTIONS

Bring on the big fun, purchase a single-day DINO SAFARI Adventure Ticket with unlimited walks through DINO SAFARI, unlimited lorikeet feedings, unlimited carousel and Elephant Express tram rides plus, general admission to the Zoo for $31/adult and $28/child and senior. ZOOfriends members can take advantage of a dino-mite deal and purchase the Zoo’s DINO SAFARI Adventure Season Pass for unlimited admission to DINO SAFARI through October 31, along with lorikeet feedings, carousel rides and a souvenir Zoo Key. DINO SAFARI Adventure Season Passes range from $35 to $200. Must be a current member to purchase season passes. For additional information or to purchase these ticket/pass options, click here .

DINO-RIFFIC BIRTHDAY PACKAGES

Surprise your kiddo with a dino-mite birthday party! Young explorers can try their hand at the fossil dig to excavate rare dinosaur “bones” just like a real paleontologist. With the Zoo’s exclusive DINO SAFARI birthday package, your child’s special day is sure to be memorable. To learn more or book a party, click here .

DINO SQUAD VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY

The OKC Zoo is looking for dino-enthusiasts to share their passion with guests as they experience DINO SAFARI. Share educational and fun facts with guests about these prehistoric creatures, the Zoo’s modern day dinos (our bird species!) and get hands-on with fossil casts. This new volunteer opportunity is perfect for families and individuals. Not a Dino expert? That’s ok! We will help give you the tools and training you need. Children 8 and up are eligible to volunteer; under 17 must volunteer with a guardian.

Learn more or apply at https://www.okczoo.org/Dino-Squad-Volunteers .

The Oklahoma City Zoo and Botanical Garden is open daily from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Purchase advance tickets at www.okczoo.org/tickets and avoid the entry lines. Located at the crossroads of I-44 and I-35, the OKC Zoo is a proud member of the Association of Zoos and Aquariums, the American Alliance of Museums, Oklahoma City’s Adventure District and an Adventure Road partner. Regular admission is $12 for adults and $9 for children ages 3-11 and seniors ages 65 and over. Children two and under are admitted free. Stay connected with the Zoo on Facebook , Twitter , Instagram and TikTok , and by visiting our blog stories . Zoo fans can support the OKC Zoo by becoming a ZOOfriends member. Starting at $45, memberships can be purchased at ZOOfriends.org and provide access to the OKC Zoo for an entire year plus, additional benefits and discounts. To learn more about Zoo happenings, call (405) 424-3344 or visit okczoo.org .