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17 Safari Nursery Ideas for Your Little Wild Thing

Expecting a baby? Life’s about to get wild. If an animal-themed safari nursery is on your mind, consider stepping things up a bit with these adorable safari nursery details. Whether you’re going all-out with the safari nursery theme or are making subtle nods with, for example a giraffe-print crib sheet or elephant wall art, there are so many ways to create a beautiful safari-themed space for your little one. Here are some of our favorites safari nursery ideas. 

Dancing Animals Rug Safari Nursery Decor

Photo and where to buy: Pottery Barn Kids

A mid-century modern safari animal rug is the perfect choice for an upscale nursery—it’s on-theme and yet not cheesy. 

Monochrome Safari Nursery Wallpaper

Photo: Happiest Baby

A busy safari-print nursery wallpaper will bring elegance and timelessness to the space, especially if you opt for a black-and-white version like this one from Cole & Son . 

Black & White Safari Nursery Prints 

Photo: @thenomadicbaby  

Sure, safari animals are usually a vibrant bunch, but sometimes black-and-white plays so nicely in a baby’s jungle-themed room. This monochrome animal wall art pops on a tribal-print background. 

Flower Crown Safari Nursery Prints and Decor

Photo: @busybeingsasha

There are so many unique safari theme wall art options on Etsy and Amazon , but if you’re designing a girly nursery, these flower-crown-wearing jungle animals are too cute to pass up. 

Faux Taxidermy Safari Nursery Decor

The modern trend of taxidermy-inspired decor is a fun one to pull into any nursery; a plush giraffe head adds whimsy to your safari-themed baby room .  

Giraffe Safari Nursery Decor

What safari nursery is complete without a giraffe? SNOO Zoo would fit right in with this nursery theme, while amping up the style with its elegant design. Plus, nature-lovers can feel good about adding this gentle giant to their decor because a portion of all proceeds goes to the World Resources Institute—an organization that's helping to restore and conserve natural habitats!

Safari Nursery Blushing Bears Rug

Photo & Where to Buy: Rugs USA

Another pop of pretty for your girly safari nursery! The soft pink tone is charming and neutral, and the friendly bears enhance the animal-themed nursery so sweetly.   

Safari Nursery Animal Nameplate

Photo & where to buy: Miller Kyle Studios vis Etsy

What baby’s room would be complete without a name or monogram sign? This handmade giraffe nameplate is the perfect touch to create a modern safari-themed nursery.

Safari Nursery Mat

Photo & where to buy: deeranddot via Etsy

Baby will love a soft and cozy tummy time and play mat with a cheerful safari animal print. Add fringe for boho flair!

Jungle Safari Nursery Neutral Wall Art

Photo & where to buy: Buy Buy Baby

Earthy tones and simple shapes like the ones in this series make for a beautiful, gender-neutral addition to any safari theme baby room.  

Safari Nursery Crib Sheet

Photo & Where to Buy: AGreatBaby via Etsy  

Personalized baby bedding is always a nice touch, but these animals on safari are an extra-special way to infuse your safari nursery theme in every aspect of the room. Plus, it’ll be the perfect backdrop for adorable snoozy baby pictures.  

Safari Nursery Animal Mobile

Photo & where to buy: NicoandMaddie via Etsy  

Baby will drift right to Dreamland while watching dainty safari animals dance above the crib with this great baby room accessory.

Safari Nursery Growth Chart 

Photo & where to buy: ThereseDekkerDesigns

Rather than scribbling baby’s height on the wall, consider a moveable, oversized ruler that can go anywhere—and it matches your safari nursery theme! 

Safari Nursery Giraffe  

Photo:  @augustaj

Tie the jungle safari theme together with an oversized, standing stuffed animal that will create interest and add humor to the space. Taking Baby’s photo next to this guy as he or she grows would be a cute way to mark milestones, too!

Nursery Safari Paper Art

Photo: @MittyandWilf  

Add charm and happiness with a bright splash of color. Nursery wall art can be so many different things, and these paper cut out pieces from Mitty and Wilf are just precious. 

Safari Nursery Hippo Rocker

Photo & where to buy: Pottery Barn Kids

The Pottery Barn Kids animal rocker has become a modern classic. Available in so many styles and colors, there’s one for every baby’s room—but the hippo is our top pick for your baby’s animal safari nursery.  

… Or Just Go All Out With Your Safari Nursery Theme!

Photo: @lust_life_designs  

This mama didn’t spare a single detail when creating her safari nursery, and we’re here for it! From banana leaf wallpaper and potted plants, to tons of rattan and wicker, and felt animal heads… every inch of this nursery pulls off the safari nursery theme flawlessly. Check the original post on Instagram for where-to-shop.

Final Thoughts on Safari Nursery Ideas 

No safari nursery is complete without an amazing baby bed that can complement any decor...no matter how wild! Enter: The SNOO baby bassinet  which is perfect for every baby room. Plus, SNOO actually helps promote healthy sleep and keeps baby's safely sleeping in their back!

About Jenny Studenroth Gerson

Jenny Studenroth Gerson is an Atlanta-based lifestyle journalist and novelist ( Let Me Let You Go , 2020). Her work can be seen in publications including HuffPost, Cosmo, and WSJ, among many others. Jenny has researched thousands of baby names, combed through hundreds of nursery designs, and curated dozens of baby shower guides, making her absolutely the mom—and writer—you want to talk to when planning for Baby. When not meeting deadlines, she is chasing toddlers or chugging coffee—or both! Find her on Instagram @ourlifeinrosegold for mom hacks and more.

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21 wild and wonderful safari nursery ideas.

• Tira Attygalla
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• October 13, 2023

If you're looking for a way to create a fun and engaging space for your little one, why not consider a safari-themed nursery? With its bright colors, playful animal prints, and adventurous decor, a safari theme can be the perfect choice for parents who want a design that is exciting and playful. Ahead are 21 wild and wonderful safari nursery ideas so you can introduce your little one to the wonders of the natural world. Whether you're looking for inspiration for your baby boy's nursery or your baby girl's room , these safari-themed ideas run the gamut from bold and colorful accent walls to natural wood and earthy tones with traditional animals like elephants and giraffes to playful lions, curious monkeys, and more. You'll find something special to turn your nursery into a wild and wonderful oasis.

Get ready to go on a wild and wonderful adventure as we explore the best safari nursery ideas for your baby's new space.

21 SAFARI NURSERY IDEAS

Safari-themed wall murals.

When decorating a safari-themed nursery, murals can add a sense of adventure and wonder. From lush jungle scenes to playful animal prints, there are a variety of safari-themed mural options to choose from. A safari mural can be a great way to create a focal point in the room and set the tone for the rest of the decor. Whether you choose a colorful mural or a more subtle and naturalistic one, a safari mural can inspire your little one's imagination and sense of adventure. And the best part? A mural can be a relatively easy and affordable idea to transform a nursery into a wild and wonderful oasis.

Safari Nursery Wallpaper 

Decorating a playful and beautiful safari-inspired nursery can be made easy with safari wallpaper designs. You can opt for all-over safari wallpaper or use it as an accent wall to create a unique and dynamic space. The key is to select a wallpaper design that complements the baby's room.

Animal Prints  

Animal prints bring playfulness and whimsy to a safari-themed nursery. From leopard spots to zebra stripes, there are a variety of animal prints to choose from, each with its unique character and charm. Animal print accents can be incorporated into nursery decor in countless ways, from bedding and curtains to pillows and wall art. Go bold with a statement animal print wallpaper, or keep it subtle with a few animal print accents scattered throughout the room.

Jungle-Inspired Wall Hangings

Jungle-inspired wall hangings can be a great way to bring the lush greenery and exotic beauty of the jungle into a safari-themed nursery. Jungle-inspired wall hangings such as woven tapestries add texture, color, and visual interest to the nursery decor while creating a sense of depth and dimensionality.

Bold and Colorful Accent Walls

An accent wall is an easy and affordable way to add personality to a safari nursery. Painting in bold, adventurous colors such as greens, oranges, and browns can inject energy and style into a safari-themed nursery. Take a more classic route with a simple solid color, painting a bold accent wall to create a focal point in the room and set the stage for the rest of the decor.

Natural Wood and Earthy Tones

Incorporating natural wood and earthy tones can be a great way to create a warm and inviting atmosphere in a safari-themed nursery. From wooden cribs and dressers to woven baskets and rugs made from natural fibers, there are many ways to incorporate these elements into the decor. Natural wood furniture can add warmth and texture to the space, while earthy tones like greens, browns, and beiges can create a sense of calm and tranquility.

Tribal-Inspired Decorative Elements

Incorporating tribal-inspired decorative elements can add a sense of cultural richness and depth to a safari-themed nursery. From woven baskets and textiles to carved wooden figurines and masks, tribal-inspired decor items can work well in a nursery design.

Safari-Inspired Lighting and Lamps

Adding safari-inspired lighting and lamps can add a sense of adventure and whimsy to a safari-themed nursery. You can also incorporate lighting that mimics the warm glow of a sunset or the soft light of a campfire to create a cozy and inviting atmosphere. Adding dimmer switches can also be a great way to adjust the lighting to fit your little one's needs, whether for quiet-time or playtime.

Safari-Themed Storage 

Safari-themed storage solutions come in many shapes and sizes and can help elevate your nursery. From wall-mounted shelves to cute animal-shaped cubbies and animal-inspired storage bins, they provide practical storage solutions to help keep everything organized and tidy.

Safari-Inspired accessories and accents

Safari-inspired nursery accessories and accent pieces can give a playful and adventurous vibe. Add a touch of whimsy by incorporating animal-shaped pillows, plush toys, or safari-themed mobiles above the crib. Using natural materials like bamboo or rattan can add a sense of authenticity to the decor while also feeling playful. Adding a vintage safari trunk or suitcase as a decorative piece can also be a great way to add a sense of history and adventure to the room. Whether it's a roaring lion, a gentle giraffe, or a majestic elephant, safari-inspired elements can add a touch of magic to your baby's nursery, making it a space that both you and your little one will cherish.

Are you inspired to create a stunning safari nursery with a touch of the wild that is fit for an adventurous little one? Look no further- we’ve gone through our Nursery Lookbook  and are here to bring you some of our favorite safari nursery designs.

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Safari-Themed Baby Shower Ideas to Get Your Creative Juices Flowing!

When most people hear the term ‘safari,’ they immediately think of Africa – which is understandable because most safaris do, in fact, happen in the motherland. At least, that’s where all the best ones are.

But we don’t have to pigeonhole that experience to just Africa.

The word ‘safari’ comes from the Swahili word ‘safariya,’ which means ‘journey’ – and ‘safariya’ originates from the Arabic word ‘safara,’ which means ‘to travel.’ In essence, a safari is nothing more than a journey.

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That’s why having a safari-themed baby shower makes sense. 

Ask any mother, and they’ll tell you the same thing – having a baby is life’s greatest 40-week journey, and motherhood is life’s greatest journey, period. That’s not to say it’ll be easy, but it’s definitely worth it.

So, what better way to celebrate than with a safari-themed baby shower? 

Putting Together the Best Safari-Themed Baby Shower

Aafari-themed baby showers promise an adventure as wild and entertaining as the journey of parenthood itself, but mothers need to be prepared to make a slew of tough decisions during the planning process. 

Starting with the color scheme.

You could go with more of a jungle or rainforest theme, which would feature a lot of green and color – maybe a waterfall or two. In Africa, this would be the equivalent of the Congo Basin in Central Africa. 

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Or you could go with a desert theme, which would feature a lot of dull, earthy tones – such as sand, and maybe a cacti or two. In Africa, this would be the equivalent of the Sahara, Namib, or Kalahari deserts.

Either way, a lot of the focus will be on animals. 

When it comes to a safari, the ‘ Big Five ’ game animals are the lion, leopard, rhinoceros, elephant, and African buffalo – but you can also feature the giraffe, monkey, zebra, cheetah, hippo, and crocodile. 

Look at that, you’re already well on your way to a safari-themed baby shower! There’s still a lot to plan, though – so kick back, grab your handy dandy notebook, and let’s hash this out with a little checklist!

Venue & Location

The first step in planning a baby shower is finding the right venue and location. It might sound like an easy task, but there are a lot of factors to consider if you want to do right by yourself and your guests. 

For example, it needs to be big enough to fit everyone comfortably, and in a convenient location to prevent any issues with travel. Of course, it also needs to set the tone and match the overall theme. 

Here are five venue and location ideas for your safari-themed baby shower: 

50. A botanical garden offers a lush, green backdrop that can enhance the safari theme.

49. Most local zoos offer event spaces that you can rent for special occasions, like a baby shower.

48. A local park with ample greenery can be transformed into a safari setting with the right decorations

47. A farm or ranch setting can give you a rustic and natural setting that suits a safari theme.

46. Always have an indoor space to use as a backup option – and have decorations ready. 

At the end of the day, your job is to make sure the baby shower is enjoyable, accessible, and memorable for everyone involved. Whether that means doing it at home or elsewhere – well, that’s for you to decide!

Invitations & Thank You Cards

By now, you should have a good idea of the who, what, when, and where, but how are you going to let all of your guests know? A simple text would suffice, but let’s be honest – that’s the boring way of doing it. 

Sending formal invitations through the mail (or hand delivered) is the best way to go. 

Invitations not only provide all the necessary information about the baby shower, including the date, time, location, and RSVP details, but the design and style of the invitation can set the tone for the baby shower.

Here are five ways to make the best invitations and thank you cards for your safari-themed baby shower:

45. Use patterns like zebra stripes, leopard spots, or giraffe spots as the background of the invitations.

44. Design the invitations with lush greenery, tropical leaves, vines, and illustrations of safari animals. 

43. Create invitations that look like boarding passes or safari tour tickets, complete with details like flight numbers (date) and seating assignments (time).

42. Incorporate textures into the card design, such as faux leather or a canvas print background, to give a more authentic safari feel.

41. If you can’t find a design online or in-store, use Canva to browse templates – or design your own from scratch!

Of course, don’t forget the ‘thank you’ cards – which are usually sent within two or three weeks of the shower. It’s a great way to show your gratitude for them taking the time to celebrate you on a special day.

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Decorations & Design

Decorations are key to bringing any baby shower theme to life. They can turn the most basic venue into a sophisticated, lush, and vibrant atmosphere that contributes to the guest’s overall experience at the event.

And let’s not forget all the photographs you’ll take. 

Well-thought-out decorations provide beautiful backdrops and themed elements for photos and videos – which help to document this special day for those who couldn’t be there to celebrate with you in person. 

Here are five ideas for decorating and designing your safari-themed baby shower: 

40. Decorate the entrance with faux jungle vines, large green leaves, and large stuffed animals (which can also be used in your nursery).

39. Use green, gold, white, and clear balloons to make a feature arch – and mix in some balloons shaped like safari animals (maybe even some life-sized ones, too!). 

38. Plants – lots of plants. They don’t need to be real, but the more plants, the better. And look for plants that you can re-use in your house, backyard, or at future get-togethers. 

37. Use animal print and fur wherever possible – including blankets, rugs, pillows, seat coverings, and tablecloths. 

36. Having a photo backdrop is a must. Use similar decorations as your entrance and balloon arch, but add in a ‘BABY’ block sculpture. 

If you need some inspiration, you can always google pictures of the Congo Rainforest and Basin, or the Sahara Desert. You can also watch videos of real African safaris on YouTube to get yourself in the mood.

Tableware & Serveware

Whether you plan on offering appetizers on a snack table or serving a three-course meal in a banquet setting, the tableware and serveware you choose will play a significant role in the guest’s experience. 

For starters, make sure you have way more than what you’ll need. 

Having enough plates, cups, utensils, napkins, and serving dishes can eliminate a lot of the headache when it comes time to eat. Of course, you also want it to look nice and go with your overall theme. 

Let’s go over some tableware and serveware ideas for your safari-themed baby shower: 

35. Go to your local party store or Amazon and buy some animal print or safari-themed plates, cups, utensils, and napkins. Opt for disposable items, if possible. 

34. Instead of using plastic cutlery, buy wooden or bamboo cutlery to give a rustic and natural feel.

33. Use large tropical leaves as placemats – for both plates and serving dishes. 

32. Serve beverages in mason jars with handles. You can tie them with raffia or twine and attach a small leaf or animal tag to each for a personalized touch.

31. Scatter small items like faux leaves, wooden beads, or even little toy animals around the table, and create a fun, safari-inspired centerpiece for each table.

Beautifully designed pieces can serve as centerpieces or accentuate the table setup, adding to the visual appeal of the event. Just make sure you’re not sacrificing any bit of quality or functionality in doing so.

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Food, Snacks, & Dessert

Like we mentioned above, you really have two options when it comes to food – go all out with a full, sit-down meal (like a brunch or dinner), or set up a table with a bounty of snacks and/or appetizers. 

I guess your third option would be to do both. 

Either way, it’s important to have some type of food, snack, or desert for your baby shower – and it even gives you an opportunity to display your creativity and play along with whatever theme you choose.

Here are some food ideas to consider for your safari-themed baby shower:  

30. For the snack table, go with animal crackers, trail mix, animal-shaped candy, tropical fruit snacks, and cheese and crackers. 

29. For the appetizers, you can serve animal-shaped sandwiches and a safari skewer (tropical fruits and varied meats or tofu).

28. For the main course, we recommend trying a Braii-inspired barbecue, Moroccan Tagine, East African Pilau, or an Ethiopian Doro Wat – if you want to do the culture justice. 

27. For dessert, serve animal print cupcakes or cookies, safari-themed cake pops, tropical parfaits, or an African Malva Pudding. 

26. Create a platter of dips that resemble the colors of the savannah—hummus for the sand, spinach dip for foliage, and a red pepper dip for sunset hues. 

In a perfect world, I would recommend having a small snack table for when guests arrive, a small meal about halfway through to keep guests happy, and some kind of a dessert to top things off at the end. 

Drinks & Beverages

Alright, we’ve taken care of the hunger, but now we have to quench that thirst. Since everyone has their own preference with drinks, we recommend serving a variety of light, easy, and popular beverages. 

Lemonade, iced tea, water, soda, punch, juice – any of these will do. 

And just because the expecting mama can’t drink alcohol, doesn’t mean you can’t serve it to guests. If that’s the route you go, try to avoid hard alcohol and opt for wine, spritzers, Champagne, and mimosas.

Let’s take a look at some drink ideas to consider for your safari-themed baby shower: 

25. Blend tropical fruits like pineapple, mango, and papaya with coconut water and a splash of lime juice for a tasty jungle juice. Serve in a punch bowl.

24. If you go with lemonade, add food coloring to make it blue or pink (or both, if you don’t know the gender).

23. Offer a variety of infused waters to keep guests hydrated. You can use combinations like cucumber-mint, lemon-basil, or orange-rosemary. 

22. If you plan on handing out water in plastic bottles, design a customized water bottle label and replace it with the one already on it. 

21. For alcoholic beverages, offer wines from South Africa’s Cape Winelands or go with a mango-flavored mimosa. 

Combined with your tableware and serveware, these drinks will pair perfectly with your safari theme – adding a sense of vibrancy and imagination to something that’s normally boring and uneventful. 

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Gift Table & Guest Book

Having a designated gift table gives guests a specified place to leave their gifts as they arrive, which helps keep the baby shower organized and ensures gifts aren’t misplaced or left in an inconvenient spot.

Whether you plan on opening them during or after the event, all your gifts willl be in one place. 

And while a guest book isn’t necessary, it makes for a great memento for your special day. You can store it in your baby’s nursery as a decoration and continue to cherish it as your child grows and develops. 

Here are a few gift table and guest book ideas for your safari-themed baby shower: 

20. Create a wooden sign that reads, “Gift Drop-Off” and style it with foliage and animals. 

19. Make a personalized card box to use as a centerpiece and design it to look like a safari truck – or your favorite safari animal. 

18. Create a mini safari tent over the gift table using light, natural fabric draped over a simple frame.

17. Design a small map that guides guests to the gift table, incorporating fun elements like “Watch for Lions!” or “Elephant Trail”. 

16. Create a small pathway leading to the gift table using lanterns, stones, petals, tire tracks, and animal tracks.

A gift table makes it easier for the host or the guest of honor to acknowledge and thank each guest for their gifts, either during the event or later through thank you cards. It ensures that no gift goes unnoticed.

Games & Activities

Baby showers usually bring together guests from various parts of the expectant parents’ lives, such as family, friends, and coworkers, who may not know each other well – which is exciting, but nerve-wracking.

Don’t worry – that’s what games and activities are for. 

They act as the perfect ice-breaker for those who have never met before, and they help keep guests entertained throughout the entirety of the baby shower – no matter how corny and silly the games are. 

Here are some of our favorite games and activities for your safari-themed baby shower: 

15. Set up a jar in the middle of a table and fill it with animal crackers. Have guests guess how many animal crackers are in the jar for a door prize.

14. Provide plain safari hats and various decorations like ribbons, stickers, and patches. Guests can decorate their hats and wear them during the shower.

13. Set up a large canvas or paper wall mural and invite guests to add to a jungle scene throughout the shower. 

12. Create a list of animals and have guests guess the gestation period for each – or have them write down what the babies are called (for example, a baby elephant is called a calf). 

11. Play charades where guests have to act out different jungle animals without speaking. This can lead to lots of laughs and good times.

If you really want to keep energy levels up (and introduce a sense of competition to the games), you can always offer prizes to the winners – and even consolation prizes to those who don’t come out on top. 

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Party Favors & Mementos

Handing out party favors at a baby shower is not absolutely necessary, but they’re a great way to thank your guests for celebrating the special day with you – and, of course, thank them for the gifts and support. 

They can also double as a keepsake for those who show up. 

Just like decorations and themed food, party favors can contribute to the festive atmosphere of the event. You can also use them as gifts for those exciting games and activities you have planned for the guests. 

Let’s take a look at some of our favorite party favor ideas for a safari-themed baby shower: 

10. Give out mini succulents or cacti in small pots that have animal prints or are shaped like safari animals. 

9. Distribute handmade soaps infused with safari-inspired scents like sandalwood, coconut, or shea butter.

8. Give them a goodie bag filled with beautifully decorated cookies shaped and painted like various jungle animals.

7. Offer candles that have scents inspired by the savannah and rainforest, such as acacia, rain, or grassland.

6. Give out small photo frames that fit the safari theme, possibly with animal prints or rustic wooden frames. It can house the group photo you guys take later on!

If you decide to hand out party favors, keep in mind that they don’t have to be extravagant or expensive. Simple, thoughtful items that align with the theme or something useful like a small plant would suffice! 

Dress Code & Attire

Although not totally necessary, you could institute a dress code for the event. When everyone dresses in a similar style or palette, it creates beautiful, cohesive visuals, which are especially great for photographs.

Keep in mind that strict dress codes might turn some people off from the event. 

If not communicated clearly, a dress code can lead to confusion about what is appropriate or expected, which might make some guests uncomfortable. It’s best to encourage a dress code, but don’t enforce it.

Here are five ways you can have fun with a dress code for a safari-themed baby shower: 

5. Go with a pure safari theme, fit with khaki pants, vests, safari hats, and hiking shoes.

4. Ask guests to incorporate animal prints into their outfits, but give them the freedom to decide how.

3. Make it simple and ask guests to follow a singular color scheme – earthy tones for the desert, vibrant colors for the rainforest.

2. Tell everyone they can wear what they want, but they need to include their favorite set of binoculars in their outfit.

1. Ditch the safari theme altogether and let everyone wear what they want – or have them wear their favorite dress-up outfit. 

If you plan on having a dress code for your baby shower, make sure you communicate it clearly in the invitation, and give guests an ample amount of time to prepare. As always – the less stress, the better!

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It’s Your Safari-Themed Baby Shower – Do It Your Way!

Whether you’re daydreaming about your own baby shower or planning someone else’s, what’s most important is that you make this event unique to yourself (or unique to whoever you’re planning it for).

And don’t be afraid to get creative – your friends will have a blast, no matter what!

With that said, there’s nothing wrong with doing a little research on Google or Pinterest. Trust me, you’ll come across a lot of incredible ideas that way – some of which we discussed in our checklist above!

But now, we want to hear from you!

If you find yourself needing some more inspiration, just ask! That’s what one of our loyal readers did in our Answers by Mamas Uncut forum online – and it prompted the very article you’re reading right now! 

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“Any mommas do a safari theme Babyshower? I would love any ideas you ladies might have,” she asked. If you’d like to share some baby shower ideas of your own, head over to our online forum today – we have a community of mothers and expecting mothers who can’t wait to share their experiences with you.

• 1.1 Venue & Location
• 1.2 Invitations & Thank You Cards
• 1.3 Decorations & Design
• 1.4 Tableware & Serveware
• 1.5 Food, Snacks, & Dessert
• 1.6 Drinks & Beverages
• 1.7 Gift Table & Guest Book
• 1.8 Games & Activities
• 1.9 Party Favors & Mementos
• 1.10 Dress Code & Attire
• 2 It’s Your Safari-Themed Baby Shower – Do It Your Way!

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Safari baby shower ideas: cute, creative and easy!

January 30, 2020 by Colleen 4 Comments

Looking to host a safari theme baby shower? You’ve come to the right place. We have scoured the internet for the cutest, creative and most of all easy ideas to make your jungle baby shower a hit. Here’s a look at what’s inside:

Jungle Shower cakes / sweets Safari Themed Invitations – gender neutral, girl and boy version Jungle shower decor Safari themed food and drink ideas Party with a purpose – how to give back to the jungl e FREE Welcome Poster Thank you favor tags and more

Jungle theme baby shower cakes make a wonderful centerpiece.

This adorable baby shower cake is perfect for the new mom celebrating with a jungle or safari theme. The jungle animals (even a little hippo) surround the cake to make an amazing centerpiece for your party.

You could also have several little cakes – like this three some featuring a giraffe, lion and elephant. Each one could be a different flavor to add to the variety. You can find the cute toppers here.

The elephant topper on this baby shower cake is adorable! And the cute giraffe is super sweet too. Yes, the kangaroo is generally not found in the jungle but somehow mom and joey hopped on for the ride.

Here’s a different take on a jungle theme cake – a three tiered cake featuring animal prints and jungle leaves.

Make the cake the centerpiece!

This cake is a standout and needs to be front and center. Mint green and gold are a perfect combination for a jungle shower. The decorations surrounding the cake are as creative as the cake itself.

If you like golden safari showers, there are plenty of options available. Here’s some inspiration for you to set the tone. This cake and dessert spread showcases the golden theme perfectly.

Jungle theme cookies and cupcakes – sweet as can be.

Are you a cookie baker with animal theme cookie cutters ? You can make your own jungle themed cookies and decorate with colored frosting and a steady hand. If not, just head on over to etsy and get these sweet faced jungle animal cookies delivered in time for your shower. Sweet elephant, spotted giraffe, curious monkey, orange tigers, cute zebra and baby lion cookies will accent your shower perfectly!

Are these the cutest jungle cupcakes you’ve ever seen? Monkeys, tigers and zebra make their debut on chelseasmessyapron . Head on over for complete step by step instructions.

Safari and Jungle theme baby shower invitations. Lions and tigers and so much more!

Unique jungle animals take front and center on this safari theme shower. I love the colorful toucan, the napping lion and the cougar on the prowl.

We’re wild with excitement! This is one of my most recent designs featuring playful baby safari animals. I have a swinging monkey hanging from a vine, a baby zebra, jumping lion, a sprinkling elephant and smiling giraffe all front and center. This is also available as an instant download – so you can download, edit and print on your home computer today! Can also be emailed too 🙂

I also have this design and quite a few matching pieces in this theme (such as this cute baby elephant with sprinkling water thank you favor tags ). Head on over to see the entire collection .

Baby girl safari themed invitations

I also had a request for a “girl” version of the safari themed baby shower invitation. I added a bit of pink, some ferns and flowers and of course, a pink elephant 🙂

You can also customize this baby shower invitation via Corjl – change background colors, fonts and more!

If you’ve never used Corjl before, here’s a quick video with the “how to”.

Super cute jungle animals hiding among the ferns. The elephant, hippo, lion and giraffe are soft watercolor versions – perfect for a gender neutral shower.

Here’s a creative touch to the lion king theme – multi colored jungle leaves surround the baby lion. And too, these are easy to customize for your own lion themed shower.

Fun jungle animals including a not too scary lion, blue elephant, spotted giraffe, hungry hippo, crazy crocodile and ready to party palm tree! Back has a repeating jungle pattern featuring the cast of safari characters.

Here’s a baby girl shower invitation featuring some jungle animals with cute flowers in their hair: a zebra, tiger, elephant and giraffe all join the party. Love the creativity!

Baby boy shower invitations

These safari animals are heading out on a hot air balloon with “It’s a boy” in the banner. So sweet!

Twin elephant safari themed invitations

Is your mom to be having twins? There are plenty of designs available for the twin theme – including these adorable baby elephants.

Jungle theme baby shower decoration ideas.

There is such a variety in jungle themes – your creativity and imagination can bring your ideas to life. Whether you’re hanging palm leaves from the ceiling or adding boho accents, you can’t go wrong with this crowd pleasing theme.

The animal prints above or those shown below can be showcased at the shower on the food table, gift table, or sprinkled around the room. Then when the shower is over, off to the nursery for the baby’s wall. This is a really inexpensive way to add cute jungle decorations throughout the shower.

An adorable stuffed animal always adds sweetness to the party – like this super cute stuffed lion . Plus he would look darling in the nursery after the shower. You can find tigers , zebras and elephants too

Safari theme welcome sign

There are plenty of welcome baby flags but this one is super cute. I love the accents on the flag and the fun animals – from My Happy Party shop on etsy.

Safari theme baby shower guest book

Greet your guests with a smile and a pen – and have them sign this adorable baby shower guest book. This sweet book gives guests the opportunity to add wishes and make predictions. It also includes a gift tracker log (great for mom!) and blank pages for notes or other mementos. Best of all, it’s less than $10!

If you’re handy with a needle and thread, these jungle animals would also be fun to decorate at the shower. You can find patterns and other beautiful fabrics with a safari theme.

These cute baby blocks will instantly add to your safari theme shower. Don’t forget the tropical balloon arch !

Safari theme balloons instantly set the tone with very little effort. These decorative balloons from evescraft at etsy include patterns for cheetah, tiger, zebra and giraffe.

Stuffed animals are always a great hit at a baby shower. I love this elephant rocking chair idea! Or you could also have a large giraffe at the entrance to really set the mood when guests arrive. Both also make great baby gifts once the wild one arrives!

Diaper cakes with a jungle theme

There are plenty of creative jungle theme diaper cakes on etsy but this one stands out for his simplicity and creativity. Another perfect accent for the popular golden safari baby showers.

It’s about to get wild! Featuring an ever so cute elephant, lion and giraffe, this diaper cake is sure to get the admiration of your guests.

So simple – safari themed food ideas!

How fun are these pretzel sticks with animal print patterns? You can find the basics on creating chocolate covered pretzels here . For the white chocolate, you’ll need some food coloring to create the giraffe, cheetah and tiger patterns. What’s even easier? Just order them from dalicakesweetshop and she will ship them to you!

This adorable tiger dip works perfectly for a jungle themed baby shower. Just cut up some red, orange and yellow peppers for the mane, arrange a few black olives for the face and crackers for the ears. You can use store bought dip or hummus – or if you’re feeling brave, you can create your own homemade hummus .

Ok – it really doesn’t get any easier than this to create a cute snack for your shower. Cheese cubes on a skewer with a little decorative jungle animal (or two) and a sign. These are poked into the side of a melon. Fun – and simple!

Love this pineapple palm tree! It looks pretty simple to do too – just stack up some pineapples (have a rod to hold them straight). Next add some palm leaves on the top. Lastly, surround the base with tropical fruit. So creative – and such a dramatic display!

Other fun food ideas for the party are:

Fruit skewers Sausage rolls Little Debbie Zebra cakes Finger sandwiches Animal crackers (make cute thank you favors as shown below)

Jungle Juice – fruity, flavorful and fun!

For drinks, what could be easier? Add some tropical fruit and ice to your water pitchers and you have instant jungle juice – perfect tropical drinks for the party. Super easy – and flavorful too!

Parties with a purpose!

Since you’re having an African theme, why not give the mom to be this so cute “ Save Elephants from Extinction ” from the Elephant Cooperation with cute mom and baby elephant. There’s also one for the kiddo with Jungle Love featuring two elephants with cute hearts. What’s more, this could be a great gift idea for the big brother or sister. Best of all, 100% of profits from the sales of the tees goes directly to protecting the gentle giants.  Buy a tshirt, save an elephant. ?

There are many more charitable organizations you can showcase at your party. I love this Wild in Africa store with beautiful bracelets. What’s more, they donate 50% of all profits to the charities such as the Wild Tomorrow Fund , the Rhino Rescue project and more!.

Free safari welcome poster printable

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This is such a cute saying on the favor tag – the sentiment is so sweet. It reads “Please light me up when you hear the news that baby Sawyer has made his debut. The flame will glow to celebrate little Sawyer’s arrival date.” It’s easy to do too … get your candle votives with lids ( or without lids ) next add some twine, punch a hole in your note card and lastly, add to your candle favors. You can customize the tags with your own wording or poem too!

The Thank You Card features the golden safari animals. What’s more, there’s plenty of room inside to add your special notes.

More Jungle safari ideas – Jungle themed balloons, Welcome Sign and Baby shower favors!

Did you know that you can create a Baby Registry on Amazon ? It’s super easy!

These baby shower favors from Kate Aspen are adorable too. Jungle shower candle animals 🙂

We hope you enjoyed our safari themed shower ideas! If you have photos or ideas to share, we’d love to hear them. If you’re still looking for party themes, we have plenty more too … our baby bee shower and forest animals just to name a few!

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February 28, 2022 at 3:43 am

Hello. Can you tell me where I can get the elephant and giraffe cake toppers?

February 28, 2022 at 2:00 pm

Hi Ima! Those little cake toppers are so cute! You can find the cute toppers here.

February 9, 2023 at 3:17 pm

Do you know where I can get cutters or templates for fondant cut outs for the animals in the cake with the kangaroo?

February 11, 2023 at 2:25 pm

Hi Tracy – It appears that the templates were handmade with fondant. The cookie cutouts I’ve seen are similar – but not the same. There are a lot of cute ones out there though on etsy – you may find something you like!

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Wild and Wonderful Jungle Safari Nursery Ideas

October 24, 2023 · All Pregnancy Posts , Nursery Ideas , Pregnancy

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If you’re currently on the lookout for nursery themes, the safari nursery might be a great choice. Whether you’re an animal lover or an adventurer at heart, a jungle-themed nursery might be the perfect fit for your little one. So buckle up, grab your binoculars, and let’s explore the wonders of the wilderness together!

Safari Baby Animals Prints

Bring the wild side of the jungle to your baby’s room with these adorable safari baby animal art prints. These vibrant prints feature cute and cuddly baby animals, such as lions, giraffes, and zebras. Use them as a centerpiece for a safari-themed nursery or as a playful addition to your child’s room.

Delta Children Crib

The Delta Children Sloane 4-in-1 Acrylic Convertible Crib is a versatile piece that will complete any safari-themed nursery. With its clear acrylic sides, you can easily admire your baby while they rest. And as your little one grows, you can transform it from a crib to a toddler bed, daybed, and full-size bed, making it a long-lasting investment. It’s easy to assemble, making it perfect for new parents looking for style and functionality.

Neutral Safari Animal Print Crib Sheets

Add a playful and inviting feel to your safari themed nursery with the Safari Animal Crane Baby Crib Sheets! Made from soft cotton materials, these sheets provide ultimate comfort and cozy snuggles for your little one. Simply slip them onto your baby’s crib mattress for a quick and easy update to your jungle-themed nursery décor. Get ready for some wild and wonderful dreams!

Tropical Leaf Accent Rug

This rug with its vibrant green leaf design and soft, cozy material is the perfect addition to any safari-themed space. Lay it down next to a crib or play area to instantly transport your little adventurer to the heart of the savanna.

Teddy Upholstered Rocking Chair

This modern accent rocking chair is such a beautiful addition to any nursery! Its sleek design and comfortable cushion make it the perfect place to relax and read to your little ones as they dream of wild animals on the savanna. Trust us, your nursery will be complete with this statement piece!

Tropical Leaf Lamp

Add a touch of exotic charm to your safari themed nursery with this stunning tropical leaf lamp. Perfectly designed to create a serene ambiance in your little one’s room, the beautiful green leaves radiate a warm glow that will surely lull your baby to sleep. A definite must-have for any safari lover!

Jungle Safari Animals Crib Mobile

Bring the wild to your little one’s room with a jungle animals crib mobile! This adorable accessory features cute and colorful creatures that will surely delight your baby. Perfect for a safari themed nursery, the crib mobile adds an extra touch of fun and excitement to your baby’s sleep space. So let your child drift off to dreamland surrounded by friendly lions, zebras, and monkeys swinging gently overhead.

Neutral Muslin Receiving Blankets

Looking for a cozy and stylish way to swaddle your little one in your safari-themed nursery? Look no further than these beige and safari animal crane baby soft muslin swaddles! Made from super soft muslin, these swaddles feature playful prints of giraffes, lions, and elephants.. Use them to wrap up your little one during naptime or snuggle time, or even as a stylish backdrop for your newborn photo shoot! With these swaddles, you’ll have a little touch of the savanna right in your own home.

Giant Stuffed Animal Giraffe

A giant stuffed animal giraffe is the perfect addition to a safari themed nursery! Its long neck and adorable face make for the ultimate cuddle buddy for your little one. Plus, it adds a touch of adventure and whimsy to the space. Let your child’s imagination run wild with their very own giraffe companion!

Green Area Rug

Welcome to the jungle! This super soft shaggy green rug is the perfect addition to any safari themed nursery. Not only will it provide a plush spot for baby to play, but its vibrant green color mimics the lush vegetation found in the wild. It’s like bringing a piece of the safari right into your home.

"The Lion Sleeps Tonight" Wooden Wall Decal

Complete your little one’s room with this wooden wall decal that says “the lion sleeps tonight”! Perfect for a safari themed nursery, this fun and playful decor will transport your child to the savanna plains, dreaming of adventures with their favorite jungle animals. Sweet dreams are guaranteed!

Wooden Safari Animal Figurines

Calling all animal lovers! Add some wild adventure to your little one’s nursery with these wooden safari animal figurines. These adorable and sturdy animals can bring an African savannah or a dense jungle to life in the nursery, allowing your little explorer’s imagination to roam free. Get ready for endless animal kingdom playtime! 

Giraffe Print Baby Blanket and Security Blanket Toy

Wrap your little one in the coziness of a giraffe print baby blanket and add a touch of safari-inspired magic to your nursery. This soft and snuggly blanket, adorned with the cutest giraffe prints, is perfect for keeping your baby warm and comfortable. Whether you’re planning a jungle-themed baby shower or simply looking for a stylish and practical gift, this baby blanket will surely impress both parents and babies alike. Feel the softness, snuggle in the warmth and let your baby’s wild dreams come true!

Green Muslin Crib Sheets

These vibrant green muslin sheets are perfect for a safari themed nursery! Soft, breathable, and easy to wash, they’ll keep your little explorer comfy and cozy while they dream of lions and giraffes. Plus, the bold green color will add a pop of fun to any animal-filled decor scheme!

Jungle Safari Animals Closet Organizer Tabs

Transform your little one’s nursery into a wild adventure with these baby clothes closet dividers! Not only do they help you stay organized, but they add a touch of fun to your baby’s wardrobe. From newborn to 24 months, these dividers feature cute and colorful safari animals to match any safari themed nursery.

Neutral Safari Animal Crib Mobile

If you are going for more of a neutral theme this Crane Baby Crib Mobile is Perfect! With playful safari animals hanging from the mobile, your little one will love to watch as they spin and dance overhead. This mobile is the perfect finishing touch for a safari themed nursery and will bring endless fun and imagination to your little one’s world.

Neutral Muslin Crib Sheets

These neutral colored muslin fitted crib sheets are a great second set to have on standby. These soft and breathable cotton sheets come in a 2 pack and feature a neutral color scheme, making them perfect for any safari theme. Your baby will love snuggling up on these cozy sheets after a day of exploring the jungle!

Green Minky Changing Pad Cover

Add a pop of color to your safari themed nursery with a green minky changing pad cover! Not only will it add some playful texture, but it’s also super soft for your baby’s delicate skin. Plus, the color green perfectly mimics the lush foliage found in the African savannah.

Stuffed Animal Toy Hammock

Imagine having a cute and playful way to store your baby’s favorite stuffed animals while still staying in theme with your safari nursery. A stuffed animal toy hammock can be a perfect solution! It provides a fun and creative storage option that not only adds to the aesthetic of the room but also keeps the space organized and tidy. Plus, your little one will love having all their furry friends neatly displayed and within reach for playtime adventures!

Neutral Safari Animal Burp Cloths

These Crane Baby burp rags featuring neutral colors and safari animals match right along with the sheets, receiving blankets and changing pad covers making these a perfect addition! 

Green Tassel Garland Decoration

Adding a strand of green tassel garland to a safari themed nursery is the perfect touch of playful elegance! Hang it above the crib to bring in some lively jungle vibes, or drape it over the bookshelf for an added pop of color. Plus, baby can play with the tassels while you read them bedtime stories!

Woven Laundry Hamper Basket

Say goodbye to unsightly laundry piles in your safari themed nursery! The woven laundry hamper adds a touch of rustic charm while keeping dirty clothes organized and out of sight. Its sturdy design can withstand even the wildest adventures, making it the perfect addition to your jungle-inspired nursery.

Woven Organization Baskets

Keep things neat and tidy with these organization baskets that match with the laundry hamper! These baskets are perfect for small items on a changing table or even small toys on a shelf. 

Neutral Safari Animal Changing Pad Cover

Transform your little one’s changing station into a wild and playful oasis with this neutral safari animal changing pad cover. Featuring adorable illustrations of a giraffe, lion, and elephant, this cover will add a touch of adventure to any safari themed nursery. It’s soft, machine washable, and perfect for your growing baby’s changing needs. Plus it matches all of the other Crane Baby Safari Animal items!

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Safari nursery décor ideas

Fantasy Fields Sunny Safari Monkey Wall Clock

• Let's Make Baby Crib Mobile

Boppy Elephant Kisses Changing Pad Cover

West elm mid-century safari nursery rug.

• Melissa & Doug Lifelike 3-Foot Plush Standing Baby Giraffe Stuffed Animal
• Sammy & Lou Crib Bedding Set – Jungle Pals
• Oopsy Daisy Eric Carle's Elephant Mother Canvas Wall Art

RoomMates Jungle Friends Peel and Stick Wall Decal

• Lambs & Ivy Me & Mama White/Gray Elephant Nursery Lamp

Big Dot of Happiness Jungle Party Animal Prints

Sweet jojo designs mod jungle safari animal print window valance, tegance storage baskets for organizing, imprinted designs set of 4 vinyl wall art decals, mary meyer giraffe baby mat.

Animals take center stage when you’re designing a safari-themed nursery. Set baby up to take a sunny adventure through the jungle with some lovable furry friends every day.

When looking for safari nursery décor, you can get really cute and playful here with silly accents (like a swinging monkey clock) and bright colors (oranges, greens, and yellows). But blacks, whites, and grays also add nice touches to a neutral room, too. 

Don’t be shy about taking the jungle look as far as you want to. Simply add a few accents, like a rug or wall art, or go all the way with lively wall decals, window treatments, and attention-grabbing stuffed animals . Here’s what will take your safari nursery over the top.

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He’s cute and he’s here to hang! This monkey clock is the perfect addition to dress up a wall of the nursery. Shaped like a monkey swinging on a tree branch, he looks as if he’s ready for some serious playtime. The clock is lightweight and easy to hang up, plus requires just one battery to operate.  

• Weight: 1.76 pounds
• Dimensions: 16 x 11.5 x 1.76 inches

Let's Make Baby Crib Mobile

The minimalist wind chime-style mobile will add a lot of charm to baby’s room. Secure the wooden top to a mobile hanger or ceiling and watch the handmade stars, pom poms, and cutest knitted elephant you ever did see dance around above the crib. Neutral gray and white go with any color scheme. Parents love the little bells in the mobile that give off a gentle, pleasing jingle sound that little ones love.

• Weight: 6.7 ounces
• Dimensions: 6.18 x 6.18 x 1.93 inches

The changing pad cover says it all — your baby is your heart. The gray cover features a white elephant blowing little floating hearts all the way up to the top. A 100 percent polyester material is surprisingly soft, and you can toss it in the wash for easy cleanup. Parents love how the plush fabric seems to soothe baby during diaper changes.

• Dimensions: 16 x 32 inches

Handcrafted in India, this 100 percent wool rug will feel good under little one’s toes — and it’ll look great, too. All playfully jumping around, the lion, leopard, tiger, and cheetah add a colorful, dynamic pop to any nursery. Plus, you’ve got the cool circular rug — 5-feet in diameter — that’s big enough to make a focal point in the room.  

• Dimensions: 5-foot diameter

Melissa & Doug Lifelike 3-Foot Plush Standing Baby Giraffe Stuffed Animal

Talk about a showstopper. The giant giraffe has been a classic gift for babies (yes, really) for years. And for good reason: He’s cute, he’s cuddly, and he’s pretty big. Three feet tall to be exact. But with those big eyes, long eyelashes, and little tufts on his head, baby will be happy he’s in her corner.

• Weight: 3.6 pounds
• Dimensions: 33.05 x 22.45 x 11.8 inches
• Age/weight limit: Recommended for ages 4 and up. Make sure to supervise babies during play. 

Sammy & Lou Crib Bedding Set – Jungle Pals

This bedding set comes with four pieces: a quit, crib skirt, fitted crib sheet, and stuffed toy elephant. Both the crib skirt and quilt are designed with cute and colorful baby jungle animals, including a giraffe, lion, elephant, and alligator. The gender-neutral pastels give a safari themed nursery a softer look. Parents love how nice the quilt feels, noting that it’s something baby will love for a long time. 

• Dimensions: 28 x 52 inches (crib sheet), 35 x 45 inches (quilt), crib skirt has 14-inch drop
• Age/weight limit: Infants should not sleep with quilts or toys   

Oopsy Daisy Eric Carle's Elephant Mother Canvas Wall Art

An Eric Carle illustration of a mama and baby elephant is sure to tug at your heart strings. The greens, blues, and grays in this picture add a touch of color to any room. It’s also produced with your little one in mind — the ink used is GREENGUARD Gold certified, too. Available in two sizes that are perfectly fitting above a crib, changing station, or bookshelf. 

• Weight: 1 or 1.75 lbs
• Dimensions: 18 x 14 x 1.5 inches or 24 x 18 x 1.5 inches

Just peel and stick and you’re good to go. These safari-themed decals are bright and colorful and feature a flock of fun animals, from monkeys to lions, birds, monkeys, and zebras. Easily place them around the top or middle of any room as a border, or make a silly scene on a wall. The package comes with 47 decals that can be removed and stuck again, no problem. 

• Decals arrange in size from 1.3 x 1.4 to 9.3 x 12.5 inches

Lambs & Ivy Me & Mama White/Gray Elephant Nursery Lamp

Mommy and me. A gray mom and baby elephant lovingly look at each other at the base of this small lamp. Complementing the base is a shade that’s white with a black zig-zag design. Parents point out that though this is small, it emits just the right amount of light you want for middle-of-the-night wake-ups. Bonus: It comes with an energy-efficient light bulb, too.

• Weight: 2.15 pounds
• Dimensions: 7 x 7 x 13.75 inches

These little animals are ready to steal your heart with this set of four ready-to-hang prints. The adorable faces and fun colors bring a happy vibe into the room. Ready to hang, these are also lightweight, so they’re easy to get up onto a wall. 

• Weight: 1.2 pounds
• Dimensions: 14.06 x 2.0 x 11.13 inches (overall); 11 x 11 inches each

This window valance completes the safari theme in the nursery. Friendly monkeys, snakes, lions, hippos, and giraffes are all happily hanging out on the white fabric. The valance is super easy to push through a window rod for effortless install. It’s machine washable, so you can also keep it looking like new for a long time.  

• Dimensions: 54 x 15 inches (requires a 0.75-inch rod pocket diameter)

Bring the outside in with this set of three large, leaf-printed storage baskets. Stash baby blankets, toys, books, or diaper supplies in these sturdy linen bins. Each bin is also outfitted with two natural rope handles for easy pick-up. Parents say that they hold up so well, you can use them through multiple kids. 

• Weight: 1.8 pounds
• Dimensions: 16.3 x 12.2 x 4 inches

Gang’s all here! A zebra, bunny, giraffe, and lion cartoon wall decals keep careful watch over baby. The decal comes as one large vinyl for you to position, peel, and stick. (Some parents cut these apart for alternate options for positioning and to make application easier.) Overall, happy parents say these are worth the little extra effort required to install.  

• Dimensions: 17 x 44 inches (each decal is 8 inches to 15 inches in length)

Time for lots of snuggles on this tummy time play mat. Shaped like a giraffe, it’s the perfect size for baby to lay down on and reach for the animal’s ears or horns. You can move this around the room or into the next room. It’s soft, cuddly, and incredibly cute. Easy to wipe clean, too, which is essential.

• Weight: 1.6 pounds
• Dimensions: 3.5 x 24 x 35 inches

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How To Throw A Safari-Themed Baby Shower

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There’s a lot of hard work that goes into planning the perfect baby shower . Not only do you have to find a great venue and work on a guest list that everyone will be happy with, but you also have to come up with the right theme, and then stick to it... with everything. A safari- themed baby shower is a really fun idea for the mama-to-be who loves nature or animals (or both), and is even more perfect if the parents are going to be doing a safari theme for their little one’s nursery.

To throw a safari-themed baby shower that feels Pinterest-worthy, you’ll need to put a lot of thought into every little detail. I recently threw my daughter a safari-themed birthday party (2 Wild!), so I consider myself something of an expert here, OK? The good news is that the safari theme is a popular one, so there are tons of cute options out there to choose from, whether you’re looking for the best invitations, the most creative food selections, or the most fun decorations. Check out the ideas below to get started.

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Safari Baby Shower Invitations

Invitations are the first step in your party planning. Picking an on-theme invitation is important because it shows everyone exactly what to expect and sets the mood. You have some options on how to go about this:

• Opt for a calligrapher . If you have the budget for it, hire a calligrapher or similar professional to make your invitations for you. This gives you the ability to help them create a totally customized invitation, and they will typically also write out the envelopes as well, so all you have to do is put them together and send them out. Keep in mind that this is the most expensive option.
• Order invitations online. Not into the custom idea? There are tons of sites online you can order invites from, and they range from very inexpensive to more premium, depending on what you’re looking for. I personally love Minted because the prices are reasonable, and they will also address your envelopes for no extra charge.
• Go the Etsy route. For an even cheaper option and something that feels more unique, look for invites on Etsy . Lots of artists make the most adorable invitations, and many of them offer the ability to download them as a PDF for a flat rate (this is usually less than $10). From there, you can get them printed at a store like Staples and send them out yourself, or print them at home.
• Do e-vites! Evites are super easy, inexpensive (or even free), convenient, and the most sustainable option. A lot of my friends use Evite.com and it works out really well. This is also the easiest way to keep track of RSVPs.

If you do want to order your invitations online, here are some of the cutest safari options.

Safari Baby Shower Centerpieces

Get creative and DIY your own centerpieces or buy them already made. Here are some ideas to take inspiration from:

A Sand-Filled Glass Jar

Buy some glass jars, sand, fake palm leaves, and gold jungle animals (like these from Etsy ). Fill the bottoms of the tall jars with sand, throw some animals in there, and add some leaves. It looks both cute and sophisticated.

Mini Diaper Cakes

These mini diaper cakes work double duty as a fun centerpiece idea and as a gift for the mama-to-be — they can unravel them and use the diapers when baby gets here. Buy them from Etsy or craft them yourself.

Palm trees are perfect for a jungle-themed party. These don’t require much else at all and they’re super easy since they don’t require any DIY.

Palm Leaves Bouquet

For something slightly more chic, get some artificial monstera leaves and put them in a slim white vase. This is simple and feels more elegant and less cutesy.

Safari Baby Shower Balloons

Balloons are an easy and relatively inexpensive way to make any room or backyard look more festive and on theme. You can either buy balloons online and blow them up yourself (just be sure to look into helium machines), or you can order them from a party store near you. I love the animal print balloons that I used at my daughter’s party (linked below), and it’s also a cute idea to get some animal-shaped ones as well. A balloon arch is always fun, and while they can take a while, they’re worth it for the photos. Or you can hire someone to make them for you!

Safari Baby Shower Signs

Signs are a cute decoration for the entrance into whatever room or venue you’re using, and they’re also fun to scatter along the various food and gift tables. Banners are also a great idea to add below a balloon arch or draped from a table.

Safari Baby Shower Decorations

You can also scatter some other decorations around the room. Think baby blocks with a safari theme (bonus points if they can be used as nursery room decor later on), small items like hand-held fans to place at the tables, or diaper cakes that are on-theme.

Safari Baby Shower Photo Backdrops

You obviously need to have a great spot for photos for social media! This is so fun for making memories and capturing images of your guests that you’ll want later on. You can do a sign with your name and date, or something a bit more general, like leafy greens that can easily be reused for photos or an event later on.

Safari Baby Shower Games

This is a baby shower, so of course you have to have games, no matter how corny it might seem. You can keep games on theme with cute decorations that go along with them. Some cute ideas: put animal crackers in a jar and get people to guess how many, match the Disney animals to their parents, and do a jungle Price is Right. You can also rely on classics like advice cards, diaper raffles, and bingo.

Safari Baby Shower Paper Goods

If the baby shower is being held at someone’s home or in an outdoor venue that requires you to provide utensils and plates and all of that, then you’ll need to have paper goods on hand. And sure, you could opt for a solid color for everything, and that’s totally fine. But it’s a little more fun to stay on theme. Opt for fun animal print napkins and plates, and Meri Meri offers this amazing line of creative plates and napkins as well.

Safari Baby Shower Party Favors

A small favor is expected at something like a baby shower, and they can be fun to pick out. You can go for something traditional and classic, like a candle or hand sanitizer (which is really popular right now), or something that feels more appropriate for the theme: think animal crackers in a bag or leopard print scrunchies.

Safari Baby Shower Dessert Ideas

Maybe the most fun part of the whole baby shower is coming up with a safari themed dessert table. If you’re planning on supplying desserts for the shower, there are tons of ideas out there for the cutest jungle animal treats.

Safari Animal Pretzel Sticks

Inspired by an image on Pinterest , I *painstakingly* made these pretzel sticks for my daughter’s safari party, and they were a hit. I chose to do tiger stripes, cheetah/leopard print, and zebra print. It’s simple, but time-consuming: dip pretzels in melted chocolate (I found orange, salted caramel, and white chocolate at the craft store near me), then add the design using melted dark or milk chocolate. I used a toothpick to create these designs, and yes, it took about as long as it sounds like it would. But I think they came out so fun! And, bonus: these also work as a good edible favor.

Monkey, Lion, & Tiger Cupcakes

Inspired by the recipes for jungle cupcakes on Chelsea’s Messy Apron , I made these lion, tiger, and monkey cupcakes. These were not as hard as they seem — I’m not a professional by any means and had no trouble doing these with my mom and aunt. They’re a little time-consuming, but completely worth it, because they were adorable — and delicious. I chose cupcakes instead of cake, but you can do both.

Chic Safari Cake Pops

You can buy these chic gold safari theme cake pops from Etsy , or you can make them yourself. These definitely look like a professional is necessary, so I recommend buying them if you’re not a pro at this kind of thing.

Jungle Theme Rice Krispie Treats

Another item you can buy from Etsy or make yourself is these jungle-themed Rice Krispie treats. You would decorate them with melted chocolate, which seems relatively simple, if not a little time-consuming. These are another item that look so cute on the dessert table, or can easily be wrapped up and sent off as edible party favors.

Jungle Cookies

Custom decorated cookies like these are always a popular option. They taste good and look so amazing. You can buy these from Etsy , or you can try creating them yourself. This palm leaf and animal set is adorable, but the options here are really endless.

This article was originally published on Aug. 22, 2021

DIY Safari Themed Baby Shower Ideas (Decorations, Food, Games)

Posted on Published: November 16, 2022  - Last updated: September 11, 2023

Categories Motherhood , Pregnancy

Are you expecting a little one soon? Congrats! What an exciting time. If you’re looking for ideas to make your baby shower stand out, why not try a safari theme ? It’s perfect for animal lovers and adventure seekers alike. Plus, there are so many fun ways to incorporate a safari theme into your decor, food, and activities, don’t worry we got all the DIY Safari themed baby shower ideas listed for you. Keep reading for some wild ideas to make your safari themed baby shower a hit!

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Safari Themed Decorations

One of the best parts about planning a safari themed baby shower is getting to play around with all of the fun animal-themed decorations. You can go as simple or as over the-top as you want. A few ideas to get you started:

• Hang jungle leaves and vines from the ceiling.
• Cover the tables with green tablecloths and use brown napkins.
• Scatter plastic or stuffed animals around the room.
• Make a balloon arch in the shape of a lion or elephant.
• Use green, brown, and yellow streamers to decorate the walls.

Here are some great ideas for Safari-themed decorations that we absolutely love:

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Safari themed food.

Your guests will work up an appetite running around the jungle, so be sure to have plenty of food on hand! Here are some yummy safari-themed food ideas:

• Fruit kabobs that look like mini bananas
• Vegetable trays with dip in the shape of a palm tree
• “Ants on a log” (celery sticks with peanut butter and raisins)
• A chocolate fondue fountain with graham crackers, marshmallows, and fruit for dipping

Safari Themed Cakesicles

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Oh Baby Safari Themed Baby Shower Cake

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Cute Safari Themed Baby Shower Cake Pops

Safari Themed Games and Activities

No baby shower is complete without some fun games and activities! Here are a few ideas to get your guests laughing and interacting:

Baby animal matching game : Print out pictures of baby animals and pair them up with their mothers. See who can match them up the quickest!

Diaper changing relay race : Divide your guests into teams and see who can change a diaper the fastest. Hilarity is sure to ensue.

Pin the tail on the zebra: A classic party game with a safari twist!

Printable Baby Shower Games

Last Thing You Need To Know About Safari Themed Baby Shower Ideas

A safari themed baby shower is a unique and fun way to celebrate the arrival of your new little one! There are so many ways to personalize this theme to make it your own. With just a little bit of planning, you can throw an unforgettable bash that your guests will be talking about for years to come. If you love this blog post, please share it with your friends and family on social media (Pinterest, Facebook, Twitter, Reddit, etc.). Also, feel free to comment below to let us know your favorite Safari-themed baby shower idea !

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14+ Awesome Safari Themed Baby Shower Ideas

Safari themed baby shower is a great theme if you want to have a fun and colorful party, also it’s a great theme for both genders.

in this post we put together everything you will need to make this party happen, including supplies list and a collection of ideas for you to get inspired from.

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Safari themed baby shower ideas Supplies

here is a list of baby shower supplies that fits a Safari themed party, including banners, balloons, centerpieces and more:

Safari themed baby shower ideas

here some ideas to inspire you throw a beautiful Safari themed party:

Safari Party Here!

Welcome your family and guest with these adorable printed animal signages. Get them excited to enter into the world of the animals.

Feast in the Jungle

Prepare lots of green leaves to serve as your backdrop for the party. Staple-printed animals and hang them in a thin rope-like they are walking. Fill your center table with lots of wooden containers and tableware. Have a grassy effect using plastic grasses and plants.

The Lion’s River

Lion’s do get thirsty and that is why preparing this jar of juice for your guests to quench their thirst is a must. Design the jar like the king lion with each glass like a baby lion.

Safari Vase

Attach printed animals in a stick and collectively arrange it all like flowers put in a vase to add intricate and fun detail to your party.

Fruity Safari

Safari is full of fruits that is why to be creative and arrange your fruits like one. Make a palm tree in the middle of your fruit tray using pineapples. Surround the palm tree with a variety of fruits like grapes, strawberries, bananas, and pineapple.

Desserts in the Jungle

Make you and your guest mouth-watering with sweetness as you prepare this dessert area. A 4-tier cake coated with animal prints with eatable toppers, cake pops in animal faces and many more will definitely bring you to the world of animals.

Monkey the Cupcake

Be creative with your cupcakes and turn them into monkeys. Decorate your Reese’s cups and make adorable monkeys as a topper for chocolate cupcakes.

Jungle Cupcakes

Make these cute and adorable cupcakes to treat your guests! Decorate each cupcake with different faces of animals you can think of in a jungle. Have fun and enjoy eating it!

Safari Cookies

How about baking cookies with adorable details of animal prints in each cookie? I know right? Have these cookies served at your table.

Jungle Pops

Design your cake pops with these animal prints with much thoughtfulness to every detail. Who would not want to grab one animal cake pop for themselves?

Safari Cupcakes

Print lots of different animal cupcake toppers and animal print cups to bring your party to a safari mood. Use caramel and chocolate buttercreams.

Animal Pretzels

Coat and design your stick pretzels with your favorite animal’s prints like cheetah, leopard, tiger, zebra, and giraffe to have an animal pretzel rod dessert on your food table.

Safari’s Cake

This safari-themed cake will surely bring joy to your guest’s eyes and tummy. Coat your tall cylindrical cake with a light blue color coating and decorate eatable animals around it. Add the extra level of cuteness with animals like lions, giraffes, elephants, tigers, and a playful monkey on it.

Jungle Safari Cake

Bring the jungle to the party with these 3-tier jungle safari-themed cakes. Coat each layer with different animal prints like zebra, cheetah, tiger, or whatever prints you like it to be. Accessorize the cake with eatable animals, grasses, and trees.

The Lion’s Diaper Cake

Be mesmerized with the baby lion toy above the 3-tier diaper cake while you caress each baby product around it.

Safari Diaper Cake

Cake of cuteness when you prepare these 3-tier diaper cake part of your shower party. Accessorize the cake with cute and fluffy animal toys with gold-colored decors accents.

She’s Pooping Soon

These baby shower favors will make your day filled with excitement as you await for your baby’s coming. Pack treats and sweets in bulge looking like pregnant bellies.

Safari’s Treats

Prepare these jars of sweets and treats wrap in gold individually. Elevate the favors by putting different kinds of animals in every jar.

Don’t Say Baby Safari!

Start the party with these tiger pins pinned on every player who wants to get a prize. Whoever collects the most pins is the winner. Remember try not to say Baby Safari.

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Safari Baby Shower Ideas

When planning a party, I love to take a modern twist on a classic theme. Lately I’ve been obsessed with coastal plants, neutral color schemes, and modern geometric shapes .

Maybe that’s why I absolutely adore the unique idea of a Born to Be Wild baby shower theme. Think lions, tigers, and plenty of tropical greenery.

Not only is it a totally unique party theme, but it’s also pretty easy to pull off with plants and neutral decor that you probably already have around your house.

To give you some inspiration, here’s 15 Unique Safari Baby Shower Ideas that are perfect for the animal loving mama to be!

SAFARI BABY SHOWER IDEAS

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Animal Shaped Wishes for Baby

I love the idea of using my Cricut Maker to cut out darling safari animal shapes.

Burlap and Animal Print Beverage Bottles

I love how a simple DIY can completely alter the vibe of a party and bring it such sweet details.

By adding some burlap and a simple ribbon, the host took this party to the next level.

SHOP THIS CRAFT

Glass milk bottles – bamboo straws – burlap ribbon – giraffe ribbon – double sided tape, born to be wild safari brunch.

The fresh greenery and adorable hanging monkey, really do it for me here. I love all the different heights on the table the adorable DIY fringed banner in front of the table.

Jungle Leaves – Jungle Garland – Burlap Garland – Rustic Crates – Wood Slabs – Tree Branches – White Cake Stands

Modern safari party.

I love me a black and white party theme with a more modern vibe. This modern safari is everything with it’s pops of color and cool sunglasses.

Golden Safari Centerpiece

Here is another example of how a Cricut Maker can turn you into a party pro! This hostess used her Cricut Maker to cut out safari animal shapes and used them to accent the centerpieces.

Safari Animal Toppers – Gold Vase – White Hydrangeas – White Roses – Gold Safari Animals

Animal cracker party favors.

This is the perfect party favor for a safari baby shower and so, so easy!

Animal Crackers – Transparent Boxes – Pink Ribbon – Plastic Elephant

Watercolor safari.

I love the fresh and clean look of this safari baby shower.

The watercolor prints bring a classic feel to the party and the fresh flowers/greenery help make the shower look more formal.

Boho Animal Baby Shower

Are you a fan of the bohemian theme? I was hesitant at first, but now I’m all in.

In fact my whole how is decorated in the BOHO and this party is a dreamy representation of the style.

SHOP THIS LOOK

Macrame – eucalyptus stems –  white cake stand – long eucalyptus stem – succulent plants – white twine – disposable party cups – gold hershey kisses, safari table centerpiece.

I love these centerpieces SO, SO much.

They are classic and modern at the same time and bring some fabulous height to the table. Plus those glass jars are so affordable!

Tropical Palm Leaves – Glass Vases – Kinetic Sand – Linen Table Runner – Jungle Animal Toys – Gold Metallic Spray Paint – Glass Votives

Travel Safari Shower

This is a fun twist on a safari baby shower!

Add a travel theme with it! That way you can decorate with globes, airplanes and old maps!

Passport Baby Shower Invitation

This was THE BEST invitation I could find on the internet for a Safari Baby Shower. Isn’t it so clever and adorable?! I love that’s it’s 3-D and has so much character.

Safari Popcorn Bar

I am a HUGE popcorn lover and actually had a popcorn bar at my own baby shower. It’s so fun because of all the different flavors, colors and details it can bring to a party or shower. 

Then add the fun safari aspect and you have pure magic. 

Candy Jars – Leopard Ribbon – Leopard Treat Bags – Zebra Popcorn – Green Table Runner – Chalkboard Labels  – Gold Leaf Plate  – Green Flower Embellishment

Jungle Animal Cupcakes

Oh how I love themed cupcakes! And these jungle cupcakes are the absolute cutest out there!

Giraffe Cookies

In another life I will be able to frost cookies with royal icing like these adorable Giraffe Cookies!

Safari Baby Shower Cake

This charming white ruffle cake looks dreamy with the plastic animals on top. It’s a perfect way to accent a Safari Baby Shower!

Aren’t these Safari Baby Shower Ideas absolutely adorable? I am in love with that ruffle cake and all the greenery!

I think I love the Passport Baby Shower invitation most of all. Of course, the popcorn bar is high on my favorites list too. Which idea(s) are your favorite? Happy Baby Shower planning!

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Love love LOVED all the Safari Party ideas. Can be repurposed for an adult party as well. What an unexpected pleasure…thinking I might be ready to do this one soon! Thank You!

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Safari Baby Shower: 12 Ideas For Your African Safari Themed Shower

A safari baby shower theme is a great way to bring playfulness to your baby shower.

I have explored the plains of the world wide web to find you the perfect party ideas for your shower.

Animal treats, safari props, and khaki accessories are just a few of the essentials you’ll find listed below.

Safari Baby Shower Food Ideas

The food table is a great place to amp up the safari shower theme.

An imaginative way to display your food is to label each appetizer as a food that a certain safari animal would eat.

Below are some fun examples of this.

Get creative!

• Turn everyone’s favorite pretzel rods into sweet and salty “tiger tails” for your guests to snack on.
• Throw together a display of “hungry hippo dip” and “cheetos for cheetahs” like this avid party planner did in this blog post .
• Serve up a nostalgic tray of animal crackers as “giraffe snacks” in these festive leaf dishes
• Do it yourself “monkey treats” are easily crafted with candy bananas and a few cheap little supplies. This blog post will teach you how to make them. Alternatively, you could choose to play around with banana pudding cups for an inspired version of monkey treats.
• Take a trek through the lion’s den to gather up these “lion’s cub-cakes”. Cupcakes are a baby shower staple. Check out these adorable  safari cupcake toppers !
• Display your “zebra pops” on a bed of green tissue resembling the safari grasslands. Cake pops are a splendid treat that will please every baby shower guest with a sweet tooth. The cake pop photos below are borrowed from this blog post .
• Your baby shower attendees will need a spot to cool off. Lead them to the “watering hole” – a cute and inexpensive hydration station for your guests – by placing a bunch of water bottles in a massive metal tub/bucket ( just like this one ). To make this idea special, wrap each water bottle with animal print tape! This idea was borrowed from a blogger who hosted a summer safari baby shower of her own. Check out these safari print tapes  on Amazon.
• Feed your baby shower guests Nutter Butter cookies in these leaf dishes . Label the dish as “elephant cookies”.

Source: Roxy’s Kitchen

Source: Crissa’s Cake Corner

The key to an inspired food table at your baby shower is to find foods that fit your theme and are tasty!

Have any safari food ideas of your own? Let me know in the comment section below.

Safari Baby Shower Invitations

A clever idea for safari themed baby shower invitations is to use a passport template.

Dig out your passport for your basic dimensions, fonts, and layouts.

Keep your invitations similar to a real passport while adding festive safari touches.

If you need help deciding on what information to include in the invitation read through our post on how to word a baby shower invitation .

The finest example of the passport themed invitation we could find is pictured below. This blog post shows you how to make them.

If you don’t have the time to devote to making detailed and complex DIY invitations you could simplify the design or purchase safari invitations that are available online like the ones below:

• Safari Baby Shower Animal Invitations
• Jungle Safari Baby Shower Invitation
• Safari Passport Invitations

Source: Pretty Paper, Pretty Ribbon

Safari Baby Shower Prop Ideas

Using safari props is playful and will bring your safari theme full circle.

Check out the following safari themed prop ideas and transform your baby shower from good to great:

• Place inflatable, wild animals by the food display or as centerpieces on tables.
• Decorate the venue with animal printed balloons . A baby shower isn’t a party without balloons!
• Provide your guests with animal masks to promote festive photo taking opportunities.
• Designing, styling, and coordinating a baby shower for a soon-to-be mother is a great experience. The safari theme idea is a unique choice that the guests and mother to-be will love. Send your guests home with something to remember the safari party with in these adorable “Born To Be Wild” gift boxes .

Source: Pixabay

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• Baby Shower Word Search (Free Download) – Unlike many other baby shower word searches you may find on the internet, my word search will take more than just a few seconds to complete as well. Featuring a 20 x 20 grid and twenty unique baby shower related words (hidden both forwards and backwards, up and down), this baby shower word search is guaranteed to challenge you and each of your baby shower attendee’s brains.
• Baby Shower Candy Bar Game (Free Download) – Have you ever played the baby shower candy bar game? Well if not, you seriously have missed out! The baby shower candy bar game is quite easy to play and will certainly entertain your baby shower guests.
• Best Baby Shower Game Prizes – Who said baby shower game prizes needed to be lavish? The idea behind baby shower prizes is that the prize should be a commemorative gift celebrating the mother-to-be’s special day. Check out these fun baby shower game prizes.

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45 Safari Baby Shower Ideas

Updated on: Mar 03, 2024

One of the best parts of planning a baby shower is having the opportunity to have a theme around the whole party. It can be a very fun and creative part of event planning, especially if you choose to go with a safari theme that focuses on the jungle and the animals that accompany it. This unique party theme can be for a boy or a girl, it doesn't matter. We also offer Checklists and budget worksheets for baby showers!

The safari theme allows many ideas to come to life, our goal is to make the planning process much easier for you! This article will include many ideas you can use to spice up your party.

Safari Baby Shower Decorations

This is where you can have the most fun when planning a safari-themed baby shower. The options for decoration are endless. You can use them to decorate your home or any place where you decide to stay. The first and most important thing you need to do is to create a natural forest environment. To do this, be sure to decorate with lush leaves and ferns to add the shades of green needed to create a forest appearance around the room.

1. Leaves and ferns

The first and most important thing you need to do is to create a natural forest environment. To do this, be sure to decorate with Lush leaves and ferns to add the shades of green needed to create a forest look around the room.

2. DIY Safari Backdrop

Create a fun focal point with a DIY safari backdrop with animal cutouts and a safari jeep for photo ops!

3. Tropical Beverage Station

Try creating a dedicated drinking station and use small plants to add a safari vibe to it.

4. Faux Animal Print Rugs

Bring some extra wild energy to your party with faux animal print rugs!

5. Window decorations

There are many options to choose from when you're trying to spice up your home's windows and walls for the party.

6. Animal balloons

Consider buying some animal-themed balloons for kids to play with!

7. Pots or Vases with Ferns

Adding real pots and vases with real plants can make the party come alive, just be sure to keep them out of the way of the little ones.

8. Straw table skirt

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A nice straw table skirt can be a very nice decoration to spice up the table for gifts, food or drink at the party. However, be sure to stay away from those that appear to be for a luau.

A great thing when decorating is sticking to a color scheme. A dark green palm vibe is not going to be enough. You want to incorporate vibrant jungle colors to brighten up the room. You can also add pops of pink or blue to indicate the sex of the baby if desired.

13. Figures and statues of action animals

What is an animal-free Safari? Place animal statues or even action around the place to give it an atmosphere and make it feel more like a safari.

Safari Baby Shower Party Favors

14. keychains.

A cute way to have your guests and their kids remember the party would be to have them leave with an animal keychain.

15. Animal Cake Pops

A tasty option for a party favor would be an animal themed cake pop.

16. Small Plants

Sending guests home with a little plant from the party is a very cool favor and very unique.

16. Animal Shaped Cookies

Making cookies in the shape of animals to stay with the theme and sending them home is a delicious way to say thank you for coming.

17. Safari Themed Bracelets

You could either give one to each guest individually or put them in a bag filled with other goodies, but a safari-themed bracelet would be great for kids.

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18. Treats in a Mason Jar

Packing a mason jar filled with candies and treats is another great option for a party favor.

19. Favor Bags

Bags filled with different things like treats such as cake pops, macrons, or cookies can be a great gift.

20. Favor Display

Creating a gift table decorated and designed to look like the safari would be a nice way to pull the whole room together and people wouldn't leave without grabbing a bag!

21. Customized Labels

Using customized labels on the favors is a great way to thank your guests for coming and celebrating you and the baby!

One way to take it to another level would be to keep the jungle theme going by wrapping the favors in leaves. You can also make sure to add customized labels to the favors to make it more personalized of a gift.

22. Safari Animals Stuffed Animals

Stuffed animals are almost good party favors for the guests to take home. Bring stuffed animals from the safari like Elephants, Giraffes, Lions, and other animals to give your guests a memorable experience.

Safari Baby Shower Games

A good thing to have at a baby shower is games. It keeps the party fun and enjoyable for people of all ages, and if you want to make it more interesting, prepare some gift bags for the winners of the games!

23. Safari Bingo

A classic and easy baby shower game. There are many Bingo boards you can get online, but you can also make them yourself if you're creative enough!

24. Animal Sound Game

Bring your wild safari to life with an animal sound game! Simply, play recordings of various safari animals and have the guests guess which sound belongs to each animal.

25. Safari Word Search

Using an alphabet soup to try to get everyone to settle in before a meal can be a great idea, check out these safari-themed custom word searches .

26. Guess the Animal Print

Challenge your guests with a fun guess the animal print game, in which your guests guess the animals each print belongs to

27. In the musical chairs of the jungle

This is much more complicated and could get louder, but playing a song from the Lion King movies everyone knows and playing musical chairs is a great time!

26. Mom or Dad Safari Theme

A fun and interactive game to play with the whole crowd is the mom or dad guessing game. It's easier for adults to play, but kids can get involved too!

28. Curiosities of safari animals

Trivia is a great way to engage guests. Throw some animal trivia to guests with a prize that will get people involved in the celebration.

28. Animal coloring books

Coloring is a classic and fun for everyone to enjoy. Make sure to give everyone plenty of markers and other colorful utensils to let them color until their heart's content.

Safari Baby Shower Food+Drink Ideas

One of the most important parts of any party is the food, snacks, and dessert. Depending on whether or not you plan on feeding your guests a real meal will obviously depend on what you have to make. Most baby showers stick to small snacks and desserts.

29. Safari Animal Plates

A cute way to make the eating more fun is to get some safari-themed plates and napkins that will match the decorations and add to the theme.

30. Jungle Juice

Keep your guests refreshed with a fun fruity tropical punch called jungle juice 31. safari cups.

To go along with the plates and napkins, why not pick up a few stacks of safari-themed cups? There are many options for full packs that come with plates, napkins, and cups. But if you just want to go with the cups, here are a few options.

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32. Safari Animal Fruit Tray

Make your fruit tray festive when you cut your arrangement of fruits into the shape of safari animals such as elephants or giraffes!

For snacks, an easy solution is small things like pretzels, popcorn, chips, cheese, and crackers, etc. Baby showers are much more of a snacking environment so plan accordingly.

34. Animal Cupcakes

A cool way to incorporate them in the dessert is to make cupcakes in the shape of jungle animals, but if you are not that talented, then cupcake cups will do the trick!

35. Safari Cake Topper

If the plan is to go with a cake then consider getting a cheap cake topper to indicate the gender of the child!

Cake and Cupcakes are very popular but don’t feel obligated to make them just because we said so. Cookies, donuts, cake pops, or macarons are all good choices as well!

Safari Baby Shower Party Supplies

An important part of a baby shower is the centerpieces you decide to go with. The obvious route for a centerpiece might be some kind of animal-themed piece. You can build it around the food table if that makes it easier. Most parties offer a selection of food with animal ornaments around the food to maintain the safari feel.

36. Jungle tablecloth

An easy and inexpensive way to make your table fit in with the rest of the décor is a nice jungle-themed tablecloth.

37. Safari Jeep Serving Trays

Serve your snacks and appetizers on safari jeep serving trays for a whimsy decoration that will make your guests smile!

38. Centerpiece with jungle animals

These animal decorations on a stick can be great to place in the center of the table in a nice pot with plants.

39. Tropical Leaf Placemat

Keep the safari theme going with tropical leaf placemats that will add a wild element to your tables.

40. Animal print sign

Another great option is this Etsy Safari themed sign to place in the center of a table.

41. Animal figures

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A great way to spread some color and add some flavor to your centerpiece or food tables would be these golden safari animal figurines that could be used as toys later on!

42. Wooden message box

A common centerpiece for a baby shower is a giant wooden box decorated with the theme and then has a slot at the top for guests to write notes for the baby and parents to read later. Leave blank cards next to the box so it can be done smoothly. These cards will be great to keep and put in a scrapbook of some kind for the future baby.

Safari Baby Shower Invitations

42. safari themed invitations.

For starters, you can invite guests in a fun way. Create or buy Invitations with the theme of a safari to portray the theme of the jungle / tropical forest and also include wild animals. Vibrant and bright colors are a must.

Invitations will also give guests an idea of what kind of gifts they can bring. This could be extremely helpful if the plan is to decorate the baby's room with a safari theme. You can mention this in the invitation to better prepare your guests for gift purchases.

43. Photo Invitations

Bring a personal touch to your invitations by adding a photo of the future parents with a safari background or an adorable baby animal!

44. Calligraphy invitations

If you're on a high enough budget, handing out calligraphy invitations would be a great way to get people's attention to attend your safari baby shower.

45. 3D Pop-up Invitations

Design your cards with a special pop-up design of baby jungle animals with a safari background and maybe even some confetti for a fun surprise!

Safari Baby Shower: Conclusion

Planning a baby shower is a very fun and rewarding process, but it could be a lot of work. Make sure you leave enough time to get decorations, food, and games, and make sure you set it up well in advance to have the best party possible! The goal is to make it very relaxing and fun for children. Future parents and not a stressful day. If it looks like this particular topic is going to be too expensive, take a look at other Affordable options .

Last but not least, take plenty of photos for parents and guests!

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Safari Baby Shower Ideas

Do you want to show off your DIY skills with a safari baby shower? If you are looking for a fun and creative baby shower theme, a safari-inspired theme will fit the bill.

Unless you would like to go on an actual safari for your baby shower, a safari right in your own backyard is the way to go.

Think of this baby shower idea as a chance to check out baby animals and safari animals directly from your venue.

So without further ado, here are some great safari baby shower ideas.

• Safari Baby Shower Invitations

Your party invitations should come loaded with all the wild animals that you can think of in a safari. Cartoon elephants, giraffes, rhinos, lions, zebras, and monkeys can be so cute!

Follow templates to create one-of-a-kind invitations, labels , keepsake labels and thank you notes. Place all the animals that you wish to use along the borders of your invitations.

Collect images of cute safari animal babies and include them in your invitation and envelopes.

Remember to keep the middle section free so you can place messages and event information for your baby shower.

Now your party invitations for a safari baby shower are ready to be delivered to your guests.

Safari Baby Shower Cake Ideas

Your safari baby shower cake will be a great hit. This cake will have all the cute animals that can be seen on a safari.

Aside from the cake being covered with rich fondant icing, place animal toppers on your cake to complete the safari theme.

Around the base, you may also need to place a few baby themed ornaments such as booties, pacifiers, baby bottles, baby bibs, onesies, cribs and more.

You will absolutely love taking a bite from a cake that will inspire your guests and family during your baby shower announcement.

Ideas for Safari Baby Shower Decorations

Your venue decorations will need to be safari themed as well. Use indoor plants, flowers, and large trees to make the perfect safari ambiance, use cool baby animal stuffed toys for your safari look.

And, of course, all the decorations should be color coordinated too. Use the same color for the cake and the banners or the table napkin complementing your color and theme choice.

Safari Baby Shower Favors

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A safari baby shower theme will be easy to pull off when you have patience and innate creativity.

You can find safari inspiration from movies, Animal Planet shows, and different safari animals too!

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Safari Themed Baby Shower Ideas

January 28, 2021 by Tiny Prints

Last Updated: Jan 28, 2021

Picking a baby shower theme is a fun and creative part of party planning—especially when the chosen theme calls for wild animals and lush green foliage. A safari baby shower theme can set the tone for a cute and charming gathering. It’s a great way to celebrate the parents-to-be and the arrival of a new baby. This unique theme is ideal for welcoming a baby girl or boy.

The possibilities are endless since the source of inspiration is abundant with beautiful details to enhance the party — from jungle baby shower invitations to party favors and beyond!

Safari Baby Shower Invitations

Your invites will give your guests an idea of the party theme and can help them when buying gifts for the baby. This can be an ideal theme if parents are planning to decorate the baby’s room with the safari theme — you can always mention that in the baby shower invitation wording !

Safari Baby Shower Decorations

A lot of fun can be had with safari-themed baby shower decorations. To create an immediate natural vibe, consider decorating with lush jungle leaves in an array of vibrant shades of green. Hanging palm tree garlands around the venue is a great way to set the safari tone.

Other safari decorating ideas:

• Large vases with giant monstera leaves
• Metallic gold and green balloons
• Jungle animals wall art and backdrop
• Palm tree leaves hanging chandeliers
• Straw grass table skirts
• Wild animal plush toys on cake and gift tables
• Jungle-themed children’s storybooks

Think of incorporating gold and neutral colors into the scheme to complement the green accents around the room. You can also add pastel shades like mint, baby powder blue or cotton candy pink into the mix for a subtle mix of color.

Safari Baby Shower Party Favors

More safari-themed party favors:

• Individually wrapped animal cake pops
• Green colored scented candles
• Mini succulent planters
• Mints in glass mason jars
• Animal-themed wood coasters
• Air plants in mini wood log
• Large elephant-shaped sugar cookies
• Colorful beaded friendship bracelets
• Handmade glycerin soap

Consider wrapping each item with green leaves to bring the safari theme in. Add accents like customized labels with a special thank you message to any party favor you decide on.

Safari Baby Shower Centerpieces

Adding an interactive centerpiece will add to the party experience. An ideal way to get guests involved in the party is to place a nicely decorated wood box and safari-themed blank cards for them to write a special wish for the parents and baby. This will be a well-loved keepsake for years to come.

Safari Baby Shower Cake & Cupcakes

Don’t feel like you have to stick to traditional desserts. You can also offer cookies, macarons or even glazed donuts — just make sure to add some safari-themed accents!

Planning every stage of a baby shower is special and especially rewarding once you see the baby shower theme come to life. Remember to make the party as enjoyable as possible for the parents-to-be as they get ready to welcome their bundle of joy.

Don’t forget to take lots of pictures to share with the parents!

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Safari Baby Shower Theme Ideas: A Wild Adventure Awaits

The call of the wild beckons as we embark on a journey to celebrate the upcoming arrival of a new adventurer. A Safari Baby Shower is a thrilling and vibrant way to honor the mom-to-be and her little explorer. With a mix of exotic animals, lush greenery, and adventurous vibes, this theme promises an unforgettable celebration. Let’s set out on a safari and discover some exciting ideas for the ultimate Safari Baby Shower.

Why Choose a Safari Baby Shower?

The safari theme is a timeless choice, symbolizing adventure, exploration, and the wonders of nature. It’s a versatile theme that can be tailored to be either whimsical for a more playful vibe or elegant for a sophisticated touch. The rich colors, diverse animals, and the spirit of adventure make it a favorite for many expecting parents.

Safari Baby Shower Invitation Ideas

Jungle safari invitation.

This invitation can feature a lush jungle backdrop with iconic safari animals like lions, elephants, and giraffes. A catchy phrase like “Join us for a wild adventure as we celebrate our little explorer” can set the tone.

Adventure Map Invitation

Channel the spirit of exploration with an invitation designed like an old-world map, marking the baby shower location as the “Treasure Spot.” Add phrases like “Your presence is the key to our adventure!”

Watercolor Safari Invitation

For a softer touch, opt for watercolor illustrations of safari animals and foliage. This design can be paired with a heartfelt message like “A wild journey begins, join us to celebrate.”

Safari Baby Shower Decoration Ideas

Safari balloon arch.

Create a grand entrance with a balloon arch in earthy tones. Intersperse with green foliage and animal print balloons for that authentic safari feel.

Animal Centerpieces

Use toy safari animals or crafted ones as table centerpieces. Surround them with faux grass or leaves to create mini safari scenes on each table.

Jungle Canopy

Drape green fabric or netting from the ceiling to mimic the dense canopy of a jungle. Intertwine fairy lights for a magical touch.

Safari Baby Shower Cake Ideas

Safari tiered cake.

A multi-tiered cake adorned with fondant safari animals, edible grass, and trees can be the showstopper. Flavors can range from classic vanilla to tropical passionfruit.

Animal Print Cupcakes

Cupcakes with animal print designs, like zebra stripes or leopard spots, can be both delicious and on-theme. Top them with tiny fondant animals for an extra touch.

Jungle Cake Pops

Cake pops designed to resemble safari animals or decorated with jungle patterns can be a hit. These bite-sized treats are perfect for guests to grab and enjoy.

Safari Baby Shower Food Ideas

Animal-shaped sandwiches.

Use animal-shaped cookie cutters to create delightful sandwiches. Fillings can range from classic tuna or chicken to vegetarian options.

Tropical Fruit Platter

Embrace the safari theme with a platter of tropical fruits like pineapples, mangoes, and kiwi. You can even use fruit cutters to shape them into animal figures.

Safari Trail Mix

A mix of nuts, dried fruits, and chocolate can be a nod to the adventurous trail mix often taken on safaris. Serve them in themed containers for added effect.

Safari Baby Shower Favor Ideas

Animal print candles.

Mini candles with animal print designs can be a charming and practical favor for guests.

Safari Keychains

Gift guests with keychains featuring safari animals or symbols. Every time they use their keys, they’ll be reminded of the special day.

Jungle Seed Packets

Encourage guests to cultivate their own jungle by gifting seed packets of plants that resemble jungle foliage. It’s a gift that grows, much like the baby!

A Safari Baby Shower is an exhilarating theme that promises adventure, fun, and a touch of the wild. With these ideas in your arsenal, you’re ready to create a celebration that will be remembered for years to come. As the roars of lions and the trumpets of elephants echo in the background, you’ll know that the safari theme was the perfect choice for welcoming the newest adventurer into the world.

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Safari Baby Shower Ideas: Planning a Safari-Themed Celebration

Planning a baby shower can be almost as exciting as the execution! There are many ideas, and when following a Safari Baby Shower theme, the number of animals and colors that can be included is nearly endless. From decorations to gifts, food, and activities, there are so many Safari Baby Shower ideas to choose from.

With many options available there are sure to be many opportunities to choose from alternatives for decorations, foods, and activities that will fit an elegant party, a kid or family-friendly party, or a lighthearted gathering. The expecting mother is sure to appreciate all of the efforts and will remember her Safari baby shower with fondness as they watch the child grow.

Safari Baby Shower Ideas – Decorations

Safari Baby Shower decorations really begin with what invitations you choose, as these will set the tone for the guests right from the start. For a safari themed Baby Shower choose invitations that are in green, tan, and natural colours. Safari invitations can be matched to balloons, banners, and much more.

Banners are a great way to share joy and greet people as they enter. Choose one that has baby animals on it, real or cartoon, and announce “congratulations”, or “welcome” or even that has the baby’s name and the month that they are due. Banners can be all one piece or they can be created with a string of flags, letters, or balloons.

Place settings add to the theme and help to create a cohesive appearance. Plates, napkins, and cups can all be themed. For a safari Baby Shower theme choose items that have images of animals on them, ideally baby animals for the baby shower. For added interest, cups can be located that are shaped like animals, for example, elephant cups with their trunk as the handle. These will please even the most serious party guests.

For easy and fun decorations, and even to use as a gift suggestion, use stuffed animals that are animals you would find on a safari, giraffes, elephants, lions, tigers, etc. They can be placed around the room and used as a game later, or they can be all piled in one space like a hammock or scene. Ask guests to bring a copy of their childhood favorites to add to the special occasion.

Small plastic toy animals are ideal for this theme and can be placed around the table or hidden as surprises around the entire space. They are also perfect for putting on top of cake or cupcakes.

Use a tablecloth that is in the colors that match, a dark green or light green, tan, brown, or in animal print for added fun. The tablecloth will not only protect the surface of your table but add to the overall appeal of the space.

A safari theme backdrop can be used to make a great photography space. These can be as large or small as you want and can be hung on a wall inside or outside. Set up some props including animal masks, balloons, stuffed animals, and a camera to allow your guests to pose in front of it for both decoration and a fun activity to memorialize the event.

Click here to read about How to make a Baby Shower backdrop .

Safari gear, such as helmets, all-terrain vehicles, boots, and clothing can all be used to place around the room or even dress a scarecrow for added interest.

Balloons in the themed colors can be grouped near areas of interest such as the gift table, the snack table, and a guestbook to help guide visitors to all the areas that they should be sure to visit and can even mark the way to the bathroom for those guests who are not familiar with the home.

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Leaves, palm trees, and sand are all associated with safari and can be added to the theme. Stand some fake palm trees around the space, and add some other large-leafed trees, real or artificial, to create a full safari immersion feeling. Bringing in elements of the environment can help people to settle into the theme and enjoy it even more. 

A safari themed balloon arch is a great way to create a focus in the room and when made with dark green light green, browns, and other neutral and calm tones will fit the theme and feel of your Safari baby shower. Place it around the space for gift opening or where the guest of honor will sit, or use it to frame a space for photographs, surround a framed picture of the sonogram, or bring attention to any other part of the experience.

Check out our post here for easy instructions for How to make a DIY balloon arch.

More Safari Baby Shower Ideas

Print and hang pictures of animals on safari. These can be blown up for larger spaces, or printed smaller to put on place cards, or labelled food. Choose images that are cute, funny, silly, or include baby animals to match the theme the best.

Balloon animals are ideal for decorating a safari baby shower. These can be placed strategically around the room or along with other balloon arrangements to add visual interest, and people are certain to remember the baby shower with the balloon animals.

Goodie bags, or baby shower favors , are another way to tie the theme together and show your guests that you appreciate their attendance. Animal keychains, safari animal stickers to seal bags of candy or animal cracker treats, books about someone who went on safari, and the bags or boxes themselves being animal prints or having an image of animals on them are all a great fit for this theme.

Use wooden blocks with animals painted on them to create staggered presentations for snacks, drinks, and other decorations.

Add animal prints around the space. A zebra print throw blanket, cheetah print throw pillows, fake fur rugs, and even curtains and tablecloths can all be sourced in assorted animal prints.

Add streamers to the doorways, link balloons, and drape the tables to add additional color and detail.

Confetti can be spread around the table to add fun to the decorations and add a pop of color to any space.

Safari Baby Shower Food Ideas

Desserts are always a focus when food is involved, and sand can be a great starting point. Use ground graham crackers to create a sand base and add gummy animals to the “sand” all over a pudding for a great snack that everyone is sure to enjoy regardless of age.

Make your drinks exotic by using flavors related to a safari experience. Sparkling water is easy to flavor and safe for all ages, even the guest of honor, and can be created in pineapple, coconut pineapple, grapefruit, and many other varieties. Serve in champagne glasses for an elegant feel or place out small bottles of flavored water.

Serve cupcakes with green icing to mimic the plains and add a small plastic safari animal on top. Alternatively, an image of an animal placed as a flag on the top is easily added to either homemade or store-bought cupcakes.

Read about how to make an amazing Baby Shower dessert table here.

Have a Safari themed cake made that has a dessert or oasis theme and use it as a centerpiece for the dessert or food table. This will delight the guests and create a lasting memory of the event.

Donuts can be lined up, standing against each other, and topped with green paper or toppers to look like pineapples. A matching taste profile adds to the appeal.

Fruit salads can add a light and flavorful option for a snack table.

Choose cupcake toppers, either from fondant, modeling chocolate, or printed images to place on top of plain cupcakes for easy dessert.

A punch with fruit floating on top can be used to create a watering hole, allowing people to stop by and pour a drink.

Cake pops covered with animal prints are sure to delight.

A veggie tray can mimic the food choices of the herbivores on safari and can be arranged to look like animals with a carrot mane, raisins for eyes, or bread as an elephant’s trunk. There are many creative ways to organize vegetables and other foods to look like animals.

Kebabs are a fun and easy way to enjoy snacks during a baby shower or other gathering. Chicken or other meats can be used along with vegetables or other savory items, while fruit kebabs with pineapple, grapes, berries, and more can add a pop of color to the table and let people snack as they socialize.

Animal Crackers can be placed in ground graham cracker base to appear as though they are walking across the sand, or in pudding for a mixture of textures.

What to bring to a Safari Baby Shower?

• Request stuffed animals as a gift, and you can create your own safari experience for the baby as it grows.
• Clothes that are safari themed or have animals on them can fit the theme well.
• Decoration or images, pictures, framed posters, and other decorative items are wonderful gifts for building a nursery.
• Gifts for guests can also be safari themed including small bags of candies with safari anima stickers holding them closed.
• Plastic or even robotic animals are great gifts for a safari-themed baby shower and can help the baby to learn about animals as they grow.
• Books on animals, safaris, and baby animals are all great gifts for any shower.

Safari Themed Baby Shower Games

• Create an animal safari by setting up stuffed animals around the room and putting up cards with basic information on each animal.
• Build a photo booth with a cut-out where the face would be, allowing guests to take pictures of themselves as those animals.
• Create a scavenger hunt with stuffed or plastic animals around the room and have guests find them all and check them off.
• Play a trivia game based on basic facts about the animals you see on safari.
• Fill a jar with small plastic elephants or giraffes and have people guess how many are in the jar.
• Create a bingo card using safari animals and plants.
• Rent animal costumes and have a race to see who can get dressed as an animal the fastest.
• Face painters can paint all the guest faces as different animals to bring some whimsy and light fun to the event.
• Pin the tail on the tiger.
• Fill a tub with sand and place toys within, then blindfold participants and have them search through the sand to find the animal toys. The first to find a certain number can win.
• Enjoy a wordplay game taking characteristics of safari animals and applying them to children. For example how they walk when they are first learning, how joeys ride with their mother, lions roar when they want something, and see who can come up with the best comparisons or puns.
• Play animal sounds and see who can name the animal the fastest.

Safari Themed Baby Shower Final Note

When planning a baby shower there are many things to consider. Once the theme is determined it can be easier to piece together the event and choose food, activities, and decorations that will match. A safari is full of new foliage, expansive views, and animals that some may never see in zoos. By incorporating each of these aspects into the planning a fun and whimsical experience that will bring joy to all those in attendance.

Many of the decorations and games are easy to find and the food can be made in ways that are budget-friendly and easy to execute. A safari-themed baby shower is sure to impress all of the guests and can even help them to choose what gifts to choose or how to wrap them. Be sure to take plenty of photos, or have everyone send the pictures they take to one online photo album to share the memories and keep them for years to come. 

About Author

Jane Sheriff is the founder, creative director, party planner and mom of three. She started Darling Celebrations back in 2012 to share easy and beautiful ideas for celebrating the special events in life.

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Gorgeous Safari Cakes For A Special Occasion

Hi friends! Safari cakes are among the most popular trends for birthday parties, baby showers, and special occasions! Many beautiful elements go into a safari cake, such as gold animal cake toppers, edible gold splatter, fondant animals, fondant leaves, and many more. The theme is also interchangeable with jungle-themed cake. How can you not like it? I rounded up a group of gorgeous safari cake ideas for your pleasure of viewing!

Safari Cake Ideas

Stunning safari cake.

Such a beautiful cake with rice paper sails and a custom name plaque! I’ve had the pleasure of featuring her on my blog; click here .

Golden Safari Cake

I love the overlap buttercream on the bottom of the cake. Gorgeous cake.

King of The Jungle

All of the details on this cake are incredible!

Jungle Birthday Cake

What a lovely cake. CHocolate spheres are a wonderful addition!

Gorgeous Tiered Cake

I love the palette painting on the top tier because it mimics the grass and fields. Please take a read about her baking journey here .

Colored Stenciled Cake

As you can see, there are endless options to make a safari cake like this with a stencil and multi-colored buttercream.

First Birthday Safari Cake

This is a pretty adorable birthday cake! Using fondant animals as a cake topper is always great.

Tall Jungle Cake

So fun! The animal-printed chocolate balls are a genius idea!

Semi-Naked Safari Cake

Doing a semi-naked theme for a safari party is a fabulous idea! I love semi-naked cakes for their simplicity and refined look. For more semi-naked inspiration, click here .

Adorable Birthday Cake

What a cute cake. It will be a perfect baby shower cake as well! The fondant animals on the bottom tier are so darling.

First Birthday Fondant Cake

Here’s one of the other wonderful safari cake ideas. I still can’t get over the cute fondant animals.

Gold & Green Jungle Cake

One of the cakes using mainly gold and dark green colors. I love this color scheme.

Special thanks to wonderful bakers who gave me permission to use their cakes! Please make sure to check out their beautiful creations on their Instagram. (linked below each picture)

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By HEATHER LEE | Last Updated: May 17, 2022

A sweet theme for a mom about to embark on a new adventure.

Whether you’re a first-time parent or already have a growing family, welcoming a new baby into the world is a wild ride. So why not channel that spirit with a safari-themed baby shower?

Safari-themed baby showers are a fun twist on the usual soft blue or pink-themed baby showers full of stork and rattle decor. They give you a chance to show some personality and to create a day that will be memorable for all of your guests for years to come.

The safari theme can go a couple of different ways. You can lean into the more dusty, muted tones of the African Savannah: decorating your space with animals like cheetahs, elephants, and giraffes. Or, you can go for a jungle vibe with bold greens, punchy florals, parrots, and monkeys.

Whichever type of safari you decide to embark on with your shower guests, this guide to throwing the perfect safari-themed baby shower will have you covered. Read on for everything you need to know to plan the perfect day to celebrate your wild new arrival.

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Planning Checklist

6-weeks before the shower.

• Create a Budget
• Create a Guest List
• Decide on a Venue, Date, and Time
• Order Your Baby Shower Invitations
• Create Your Baby Registry (if applicable)

1-Month Before the Shower

• Send out Your Invitations
• Buy Decorations
• Decide on Your Menu
• Order Your Cake and Catering (if necessary)
• Arrange Entertainment (if necessary)
• Decide on Baby Shower Games and Buy Supplies if Necessary
• Ask Friends/Family to Help with Shower Planning and Preparation

2-Weeks Before the Shower

• Follow up on RSVPs
• Order Thank-You Cards for Guests
• Prepare Shower Favors
• Open and Check Baby Shower Decorations
• Buy Shower Game and Raffle Prizes

1-Week Before the Shower

• Finalize Guest Count
• Create an Agenda for Day-Before and Day-Of Party Prep
• Wrap Prizes and Gifts
• Confirm with any Vendors and Your Venue

2-Days Before the Shower

• Buy Food and Drink
• Clean the Party Space (if hosting at someone’s home)
• Create Playlist
• Begin Decorating

1-Day Before the Shower

• Chill Drinks
• Prepare Gift Station
• Finalize Decorations

Day-Of Shower

• Put out any Shower Direction Signs
• Set out Food and Beverages
• Relax and Have Fun!

Safari Baby Shower Invitation Ideas

Your invitation serves as the first chance for you to show off your safari theme — so go wild! First, pick an invitation that matches your Savannah or Jungle safari theme, then get creative with safari-inspired invitation wording.ar

• Storybook: Channel childhood classics like The Jungle Book in your invitation by going for a design that looks like it could come from the pages of a storybook. Look for invitations with illustrations of safari animals that are full of personality — and remember to select a design that matches either your Savannah or Jungle theme!

Jungle Animal Sketchbook by Alethea and Ruth

• Watercolor: For an unexpected twist on the safari theme, go for a monochrome watercolor invitation. The soft colors and whimsical watercolor animals are sure to catch guests' eyes, and they elevate the invitation into a true keepsake.

New Adventure by Pati Cascino

• Bold: For a more modern take on baby shower invitations, go for a design that swaps out cute cartoon-style illustrations for bold artwork and typography. Go wild with color and large-scale text for an invitation design that is as cool as you are.

Camouflage Warriors by Grae

• Boho: Safari-themed baby showers are perfect for parents-to-be that will be welcoming their baby into a home full of bohemian decor. Channel that aesthetic by looking for an invitation design that features hallmarks of bohemian interior design — like the illustrations of rattan shelves and houseplants that frame this invitation.

Baby Tiger by Vivian Yiwing

• Sweet and Simple: A safari theme can also lend itself to a more minimal aesthetic. If that is the vibe you’re going for, look for a design that keeps things simple by featuring just one illustration of a classic safari animal.

Baby Animal Giraffe by Cass Loh

• Foil-Pressed: Though metallics aren’t often the first thing that comes to mind when you think of a safari, your invitation can be a great way to add a bit of glamor to the nature-focused theme. Look for an invitation that features animal illustrations pressed in foil for a high-design touch.

Animal Parade by Waldo Press

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Savannah animals

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Sweet Sloths

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A safari theme should be full of fun and get guests excited for all of the adventures that a new baby will bring. So get playful with your invitation wording ! Here are a few ideas:

• “The Adventure Begins”
• “A little wild one is on the way!”
• “We’re wild with excitement!”
• “It’s about to get wild!”
• “The Pack is Getting Bigger!”
• “Help Us Welcome a New Baby to the Jungle!”
• “There’s no limit to how much you’ll know, depending how far beyond zebra you go.” - Dr. Seuss
• “Let the wild rumpus start!” - Maurice Sendak, Where the Wild Things Are
• “In the jungle,the mighty jungle, the lion sleeps tonight.” - The Tokens

Etiquette Tips

When to have a baby shower?

It is traditional to hold the baby shower 4 to 6 weeks before the baby is born. This timing means that the pregnancy is far enough along for the mom-to-be to celebrate without fear of a miscarriage, and is early enough to avoid a preemie.

That said, you can always host the shower after the baby arrives as a Sip and See party if you aren’t able to get it planned before the due date. As with all things related to parenthood, do what feels good to you!

Whom should I invite to the baby shower?

The best rule of thumb here is to invite your nearest and dearest. Traditionally, baby showers were women-only events, though that has changed in recent years. So if the mom-to-be wants the dad-to-be or her own father at the shower, definitely invite them!

Whom should I not invite to the baby shower?

The people you leave off of the guest list can be an intensely personal choice — and can depend on the size of shower you’re hoping to have. If you’re having a more intimate party, don’t feel obliged to invite casual friends or acquaintances like coworkers and distant cousins. We also recommend only inviting people who you know will be happy to shower the new baby in love. Remember that it is OK to leave family members that don’t support you off your guest list.

When should I send out the baby shower invitations?

We suggest sending your invitations at least a month before the date of your shower. This gives guests enough time to put the date on their schedule, and will give you the best chance to have all of your loved ones join you.

That said, if you plan to invite many people from out of state, we’d suggest sending invitations as early as possible to give them time to plan travel and accommodations.

baby safari

by Faith Dorn

Camouflage Warriors

Joyful Jungle

by iamtanya

Jungle shower

Safari Baby Shower Decoration Ideas

Your safari shower decor can be as wild or as simple as you’d like it to be! No matter what level of decor you decide to include, be sure to tie in shades of greens, browns, and tans throughout your venue to keep things festive and on theme.

Safari Baby Shower Centerpieces

Diy centerpiece.

If you are going to be DIYing the decor of your safari-themed baby shower, go for something simple and striking like this centerpiece. Simply fill glass vases (or mason jars) with rocks to anchor leaf clippings that look like they could’ve come straight from the jungle. Accenting a simple white tablecloth with a burlap runner reminiscent of classic safari tents is another great way to further nod to the theme.

Photo by Sarah McKenzie Photography

Safari-Goes-Glam

For something a bit more opulent, go for a big, bold centerpiece like the one pictured here. The mix of florals, gold, and sweet animal figurines perfectly captures the theme and makes for an epic backdrop to your photos. Just remember, if you are going to go for big, bold monstera leaves in a centerpiece, make sure to place them above eye line so your guests can still see and connect with each other!

Gilded Animal Figurines

To give your safari theme a sophisticated feel, go for gilded accents like these golden giraffes. This is another budget-friendly DIY, as you can simply spray paint animal toys in gold, rose gold, or silver. Placing them inside a large vase like this adds a bit of interest to a simple floral arrangement, or you can use them as stand-alone centerpiece decor.

Photo by Gabriel Veit Photography

Foliage Runner

For a more low-profile centerpiece, swap out a traditional fabric runner for a bit of greenery. If you are going for more of a lush, jungle theme look for leaves (real or faux) in deep greens and mossy tones like the ones pictured here. For a centerpiece inspired by the Great Plains, line the center of your table with soft grasses. The gilded animal figurines make a nice touch here, but you could skip them in favor of decor like candles or to leave room for shared dishes of food.

Subtly Sophisticated

For an unexpected and on-trend take on balloons, go for a half balloon arch in neutral colors. Then, tie in the theme by weaving in large faux leaves and accenting the arch with oversized safari stuffed animals.

Playful Messages

To have a bit of fun with a more neutral color palette, go for gold balloons that spell out phrases like “Oh Baby” or even “Wild Child” for something on-theme. You could keep things simple and have these balloons stand on their own, or pair them with a balloon arch like the one shown here.

Photo by The Wooz Craft

Simply Festive

If you don’t have the budget for a balloon arch, go for smaller bouquets of balloons. Pick clusters of balloons in colors that nod to safaris — think neutrals like the ones shown here for a Savannah-themed shower, or deeper greens and browns for a jungle safari look.

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Photo Backdrops

Blooming balloons.

For a glamorous safari-themed photo backdrop, go big and bold with your balloon choice. The mix of cascading neutral-colored balloons and pampas grass offers a bit of sophistication that will look great in photos, as will a sign with the new baby’s name!

DIY Photo Booth

If you don’t have a ton of space to create a photo backdrop for your safari-themed shower, go for something like this. You can hang gold streamers from a rig as seen here, or simply take over a blank wall. The sweet paper pom-poms, green leaves, and balloons are a nice way to further tie in the theme, and add a bit of visual interest to photos.

Repurpose the boho decor you already have at home by using it to create a sweet photo backdrop that doubles as the seat of honor during gift time for the mom-to-be. Accent the area behind the chair with a balloon arch, woven baskets, and animal-inspired decor to connect everything back to the safari theme.

Safari-themed Personalized Art Prints

In addition to traditional party decor, it is a great idea to use multi-purpose decorations like on-theme art prints that the parents can use to decorate the baby’s room once the shower is over. Minted offers a huge selection of safari- and animal-themed prints from independent artists around the world, many of which can be personalized to feature the baby’s name or birthdate. Here are a few of our favorites.

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Safari Stack

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Safari Baby Shower Signs

Whether you’re going full-out with safari decorations or are keeping things more simple at your shower, use signs to tie in the theme. From welcome signs, menus, and chair signs to game instructions and more , there are plenty of ways to weave your safari aesthetic across the celebration.

Welcome Signs

Minted’s selection of baby shower welcome signs all offer the perfect mix of design and readability. For a safari-inspired shower, look for welcome signs that feature illustrations of flora and fauna, and don’t be afraid to take a jungle-inspired twist on what the sign says. “Welcome Party Animals” or “Welcome to the Jungle” are cute, safari-inspired options.

• Sweet Illustrations: If you went for a storybook-inspired invitation, keep the whimsical vibe going with a welcome sign that features sweet illustrations of elephants, giraffes, and crocodiles.

Jungle shower by Jennifer Wick

• Abstract: You can still capture the safari spirit without going over the top on animal iconography. This abstract design calls to mind the colors of a safari and the shapes of nature. Just be sure to pick a colorway that matches your decor!

Rainbow Shapes by Morgan Kendall

• Jungle Greens: If you’re inspired by the lush ferns and trees of jungle safaris, pick a sign that puts them front and center. This particular style is a nice way to highlight vibrant foliage, while still keeping a minimal and clean look.

jungle edge by Amy Kross

• Cute & Playful: For another take on an abstract style, look for a sign design that features a playful take on the shapes of safari animals. This particular one is super fun — and calls to mind some of the toys the new baby is sure to receive.

Safari by Lori Wemple

Table & Menu Signs

Minted offers suites of safari and jungle-look baby shower signs featuring the same design for a cohesive look. Or, if you prefer to switch things up, you can mix and match your table and menu signs for a more eclectic vibe.

• Vibrant Floral Menu: If you’re looking to add a bit of variety to your day-of signs, go for a menu that calls to mind the bright flowers found in jungles and other tropical climates. Safaris aren’t all grasses and ferns, after all!

Watercolor Blossoms by Shannon Chen

• Classic Safari: Or, you can keep things cohesive and classic with this sweet take on the sights of a safari. This particular design is available across a range of different signs, and is a great option for a more elegant safari theme.

• Dino Deserts: You don’t have to stick to the Big 5 family of animals if you are hosting a safari-themed baby shower! Channel a safari that is more along the lines of Jurassic Park with this cute dinosaur-themed dessert table card.

Oh Boy! by Michelle Shanaman

• Abstract Watercolor: Going for a simpler sign to mark the cards and gift table is a great way to let the pile of presents the parents-to-be are sure to receive shine. The turtle colorway of this sign calls to mind the colors of the African Savannah with sweeps of khaki green, dusty earth, and sky blue.

Hello Baby Shapes by Pixel and Hank

Chair Signs

Reserve seats for the parents-to-be with sweet chair signs. This is another chance to have some fun with the safari theme, so instead of going for standard text like “Mom to Be” we’d suggest playing with phrases like “Mama Bear” or “Leader of the Pack.”

• Monochrome: If you’re going big and bold with your shower decor, keep the chair signs simple. Opt for a style that is inspired by the colors of a safari to ensure it doesn’t compete with more eye-catching centerpieces.

Whisper by Sara Hicks Malone

• Starry Sky: If “The Lion Sleeps Tonight” is one of mama’s favorite songs, go for a sweet night sky-themed chair sign as a subtle way to nod to the safari theme.

baby balloon ride by peetie design

• Elegant Script: This is another great option if you’re looking for a sign that won’t compete with the themed decor. If you’re going to use gold animal figurines or accents in your decor, go for the Snow colorway of this sign to tie it all together.

Elegant Mom by Carolyn MacLaren

• Gingham: Though gingham isn’t the first print you think of when imagining a safari theme, we think it is a sweet way to nod to the great outdoors. This works best for showers with a Savannah safari theme, and in muted colors.

Charming by Lea Delaveris

Safari Baby Shower Game Ideas

No baby shower is complete without a game or two! You can give any traditional baby shower game a safari twist, especially if you go for a baby shower activity sign with a sweet safari-inspired design. Here are a few game ideas that are sure to be crowd-pleasers.

Guess the Birthday

This is one of the most straightforward games in the book. Hang a calendar featuring the birth month up for guests, and provide stickers for them to use to guess when the baby will finally arrive. If you’re comfortable, you can mark the due date on the sign, but you don’t have to. We’d also suggest buying some safari-themed stickers for guests to use as a fun additional nod to the theme.

Tiny Human by Corinne Malesic

Diaper Raffle

Holding a diaper raffle is a fun way to say thank you to the guests who brought what a new parent needs most: diapers, diapers, and more diapers! Simply hand out raffle tickets when guests drop off their package of diapers at the beginning of the shower. Then, when you’re ready to play games, pull a winning ticket or two out of a safari hat. Bonus points if you keep your raffle prize on theme by giving the winning guest something like a potted plant that looks like it could’ve come out of the jungle.

Guess the Sex

If the parents-to-be haven’t revealed the sex of the baby (or if you are hosting a safari-themed reveal party), let guests compete to see who can guess it. If you already know the sex and the couple is comfortable sharing it at the shower, you can give any guest who guesses correctly a small favor. Again, bonus points for keeping the prizes on theme!

Woodland Baby by Vivian Yiwing

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Cakes, Food, and Drink Ideas

Your shower safari doesn’t have to stop at the decor. Your cake, food, and drinks are another opportunity for you to tie in a wild theme. Look for treats that feature animal prints or serve more traditional snacks in safari-inspired vessels.

Safari-Inspired Cakes

Animal tower.

Use a classic three-tier cake as another opportunity to display sweet gilded animal figurines. You can keep things minimal by featuring just the figurines, or add a bit more visual interest with fondant foliage and flowers.

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Bold & Boho

If you are hosting a safari baby shower with a more bohemian flair, go for a cake that is perfectly imperfect. The two-tone effect of this one is a nice way to mimic the look of a traditional tiered cake, and helps balance out a wild topper of animal figurines and leaves.

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Party Animal Cupcakes

Picking up a pack of safari animal cake toppers is a great way to make simple layered cakes or cupcakes on theme for the shower. These toppers can go with nearly any safari-shower style, but we love how they look when paired with funfetti cupcakes.

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Cute Cookies

If cake isn’t your thing, opt for cookies instead! Go for a mix of sugar cookies in the shape of safari animals, jungle leaves, onesies and more for a sweet eclectic look.

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Safari snacks.

Serve your snacks in bowls that look like the huge leaves you might see while on a jungle safari. (Another option would be to serve them in bowls that look like the classic safari hat.) If you can’t find safari-inspired snacks like truffles in the shape of monkeys, don’t worry — these festive dishes will ensure everything stays on theme!

Pineapple Palm Tree

For a snack table centerpiece that is easy to DIY, go for a pineapple palm tree. Simply cut the tops off a few similarly-sized pineapples and thread them onto a dowel with a platform at the bottom. Then, top with a few faux fern leaves and a sweet safari-animal figurine!

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Refreshing Mixes

Serve a mixed drink like a virgin mojito or even water infused with fruit in a vintage-looking glass jug for a safari-inspired look. Adding natural decorations like a wooden pedestal and grass-like texture around the top of the jug will help bring the safari theme to life, as will clever puns like “Jungle Juice” or “Mirage Mimosas”

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Safari Baby Shower Favors

Say thank you to your guests in safari style with on-theme favors. As with all party favors, we suggest sticking with something your guests will use long after the due date. Whatever you choose, be sure to attach a safari-inspired gift tag , or wrap them in something like burlap to continue the theme.

Personalized Pouch

If you are hosting a more intimate shower, say thank you to your nearest and dearest by giving them a pouch personalized with their name. Minted offers pouches in a huge range of prints created by independent artists, but look for one that features safari-inspired colors or textures.

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Sweet Succulents

Send guests home with something that will grow right alongside the new baby! Go for succulents to keep things easy, or you can opt for something more jungle-inspired like a snake plant or monstera.

Snacks for the Road

Create safari-themed mason jars by spray painting the lids and small animal figurines in silver or gold. Then, hot glue the figurines to the tops of the jars and fill them with treats to send your guests something sweet to snack on for days to come.

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Baby Shower Thank You Cards

In addition to sending your guests off with a favor from your shower, be sure to thank them for supporting you in this next adventure with a thoughtful thank you card. Pick a design that reminds them of the day’s safari theme and be sure to add a personalized note in each before sending them off.

When to Send Thank You Cards

A general rule of thumb is that thank you cards should go out no later than two months after the baby is born. That said, if the shower is before your due date, it’s never a bad idea to write your thank you cards before the baby arrives. That way, you can be sure you don’t let thanking anyone fall through the cracks.

Whom to Send Thank You Cards To

You should send a thank you card to anyone who attended the shower. It is also a nice gesture to send thank you cards to guests that couldn’t attend the shower but still sent your new arrival a gift.

Elephant Shower by Lori Wemple

Tips for Writing the Perfect Thank You Card

Writing the perfect thank you card is all about being thoughtful. Ask a trusted friend to take notes of who gave you what while you open gifts, and then be sure to mention how much you appreciated the specific gift a guest gave you.

• Include a general thanks for coming to the shower or sending a gift.
• Share a specific reaction to their gift or to a memory you made together at the shower.
• Wrap things up with a closing statement of appreciation.

When put all together, this could look like: “Thank you so much for attending my shower, having you celebrate this adventure with us means so much to me. I can’t wait for you to meet our new addition, I’m sure they will look so sweet in the onesie you gave us. I am so thankful to have you in my life!”

Stracciatella by Gerrie

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