The dry plains of Africa and the woodlands and forests of Australia have never felt closer thanks to the incredible safari tour at Lake Tobias Wildlife Park. Like our other amazing attractions, the safari allows you and your family to see first-hand the various animals native to those lands and learn about their natural habitats. Discover more about our animal safari in Central Pennsylvania and all you can expect to see on your journey.
Guided Safari tours are offered during our regular season May 1st through October.
Guests who wish to enjoy our safari tour from the comfort of their vehicles can do so with our self drive-thru option. VEHICLES WITH HARD DOORS AND HARD TOP ROOFS ONLY. Those interested in this experience should first read the Self Drive-Thru Rules to ensure their safety and the wellbeing of our animals. You will be required to sign a vehicle waiver prior to entering the safari fields.
APRIL AND NOVEMBER SELF DRIVE-THRU RULES AND INFORMATION PER USDA:
All vehicles MUST have hard tops and doors. Sunroofs and trunks must be closed-USDA requirement (Mesh doors on jeeps are not permitted).
Strict 5 mph speed limit (USDA requirement for animal safety).
You MUST remain in your vehicle during the entirety of the tour.
Pets are not permitted in vehicles.
No riding in the bed of pickup trucks.
No motorcycles, motor homes, buses, or trailers are permitted.
Touching animals is not encouraged.
Feeding animals is prohibited.
LOUD NOISES --honking horns, music and yelling--are not permitted.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
The drive-thru trail is an unpaved dirt trail with loose stones, possible animal dung, and occasional mud puddles.
Some animals may not be visible on every drive-thru.
No refunds will be given for any reason after entering the safari fields.
ZOO EXHIBITS ARE NOT AVAILABLE during the weekends of April and November when the self drive-thru safari is offered.
Admission for the self drive-thru will be $9/person ages 3 through adult.
The Self Drive-Thru Safari pre-season/post-season option is available on select weekends only in April and November
from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Please note: During the months of April and November, only the Safari Tour Fields are open on certain weekends. Zoo exhibits are open during our regular season May 1st through October .
One of the best parts about our safari zoo in Pennsylvania is all the different animals you may see. More than 500 animals roam the safari fields freely at Lake Tobias Wildlife Park. You may meet curious critters that are just as interested in you as you are in them — it is common for animals to approach the tour bus and get close enough for guests to reach out and touch them. Interacting with these animals is sure to be an unforgettable and highly beneficial experience for your party.
Dedicated to providing our guests with the best possible experience, we are happy to introduce our safari station. Built and launched in 2015, the safari station includes the following:
To help guests get the most out of their animal safari in Pennsylvania, we encourage all to be mindful of when the tours begin. Rides go out right when the park opens, and guests are welcome to come early to avoid crowds or waiting in long lines. Our tours last around 45 minutes, providing plenty of time to take in the entire tour without tiring out the youngest in your group. The last tour departs our Safari Station one hour before closing.
Please be advised that we do not accept reservations for our tours as they are offered on a first come, first serve basis. However, even if you miss your preferred time, another is coming up shortly!
Lake Tobias Wildlife Park welcomes guests from Central Pennsylvania and the surrounding areas to enjoy a first-hand experience with animals from six continents. Our safari tour allows visitors to witness a variety of majestic animals and gain insight into their way of life. Contact us today to learn more about our Pennsylvania safari tours and rates, or to view our park hours.