Your Visit
Spend an hour or stay the day! Your paid admission grants access to the Safari Drive-Thru & Safari Village Walk-Thru for the entire day. Present your receipt to re-enter the park.
Tickets & hours
Park Hours
March 2 – March 31: open 9 am to 5 pm, the last car admitted at 3:30 pm
April 1 – April 30: open 9 am to 5:30 pm, the last car admitted at 4 pm
May 2 – September 24:
Weekdays: open 9 am to 5:30 pm, the last car admitted at 4 pm
Weekends: open 9 am to 6:30 pm, the last car admitted at 5 pm
September 25 – October 29: open 9 am to 5:30 pm, the last car admitted 4 pm
October 30 – December 1: open 9 am to 4:30 pm, the last car admitted at 3:30 pm

Guests coming to our park allow us the opportunity to make an impact on saving species globally,”
- Eric Mogensen, CEO of Virginia Safari Park
Plan Your Group Visit
Whether you’re coming to Virginia Safari Park with your students or your church, book a group visit for extra perks and savings.
School & Camp Groups
Book a class or camp field trip for 15 or more participants. Homeschool groups are also welcome. See all your options and reserve your slot.
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Group Visits
Virginia Safari Park offers group outings for scout troops, churches, retirement communities and others. Make a reservation at our special rates.
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