We've been here a few times now, and we've had a great time every visit…read more From the setup and how we were able to interact with the animals, you can tell they take good care of them. Everything looked clean, and the animals seemed active. There's actually a lot to do here, it's not just walking around looking at animals in cages. We did the African Bush Safari, and that was probably our favorite part. You get really close to giraffes, zebras, and antelope. We fed a giraffe, and that was such a cool experience. They also have different shows and activities throughout the day. We saw things like the Predator Feed (I think it's only on certain days), Tiger Splash, and some reptile exhibits. There's definitely enough to keep you busy for a few hours. And yes, we fed the tigers too. Not gonna lie, that was a little scary, but also really exciting. We missed the campout event last year and still kind of regret it. They're having it again this year on 5/16, and we might join this time.

Updating this review years later because my perspective on captive wildlife facilities has evolved…read moresince 2018. At the time, I genuinely enjoyed the experience and did not yet understand the significance of AZA accreditation, direct animal encounters, or some of the ethical concerns surrounding exotic animal attractions and entertainment-focused wildlife parks. I still believe the staff I interacted with were knowledgeable and passionate, but I personally view some of the interactive animal experiences differently now than I did then. I think it's important for visitors to do their own research regarding accreditation standards and animal welfare practices before attending facilities like this.

Xavier and Kurt were both great and provided so much info on both the wolves as well as the…read moreproperty itself which was so interesting. We really enjoyed the experience and will definitely recommend this to our family and friends. The wolves were beautiful and it was so fun to be able to actually stroke their fur and even get kisses from one of them

This was a magical experience from start to finish. I am so happy that we were able to get into the…read moretour. I recommend booking in advanced because we were in a full group of about 16 on a Monday morning. Each of our guides were so kind and meeting the wolves up close was amazing. The entire space is peaceful and serene. We started with a medicine wheel and energy cleansing/ intention setting. You are then taken into different enclosures and taught about each wolf and their pack. The wolves each have their own personalities and the love that each guide has for them can be seen and felt throughout the tour. We were able to learn about wolf medicine and the care for the wolves. This is a very special tour. If you are thinking about booking it, book it! You will not be disappointed.

Arizona Equestrian Connection was much more than the name implies. We stayed overnight in the…read moremodern "bunkhouse" and had the run of the entire spacious and spectacular 72 acre ranch. The scenery was beautiful and there were many activities to enjoy including fishing (catch and release), paddle boating, a small "petting" zoo, a tree house, tee pees and too much more to mention. The business should be called Arizona Family Connection because my wife and children really enjoyed this unique venue and the experience truly brought us closer together. We plan to return soon for a birthday party or family barbecue at their amazing gazebo. In fact if we weren't already married, we would have our wedding here! Shortie and Deb are truly amazing. They extended the hospitality of Arizona Equestrian Connection and made us feel welcome and at home for the duration of our too short family vacation. This is an amazing discovery for day trips, over night stays, vacations, reunions, weddings, maybe even company parties. Thank you A. E. C., hope to see you soon!

From the owner: Experience 72-acres of family fun when you join us for the day OR stay at the ranch and play for…read moredays! We share the beauty of the Verde Valley, fun outdoor ranch activities and our love of horses with visitors of all ages. Just an hour north of Phoenix, guests enjoy paddle boating, swimming, hay rides, catch & release fishing, numerous photo ops and props, mini horse cart rides, picnic by the Verde River, nature exploration, kite flying, barnyard animals, full covered arena for horse riding & horse activities plus much more. Brave a night in a tipi (large enough to sleep 6), book a private lodge-style room in our state-of-the-art Bunkhouse, Homestead House sleeps 8, making it ideal for 2 families to share. Tranquil beauty and majestic views are the perfect backdrop for corporate events, team building, birthday and holiday parties, retreats, clinics and workshops.

This place was perfect for me. I was there on a Wednesday afternoon and it wasn't busy so that…read moreadded to the perfection. The wine is lovely. Instead of a flight, I went with a couple of glasses recommended by staff and they were spot on! Took the wine outside to sit in an Adirondack chair in the shade by the little creek and just relaxed. And then a musician started up on the porch and he was great! Very chill and just added to the relaxing vibe. Lots of seating options here, inside and outside. Wine is really good. A pond with a fountain and another fountain that feeds into a bubbling creek really add to the atmosphere. Highly recommend.

Fantastic atmosphere! Great wine! I could spend all day here sitting on the wrap around porch,…read moreswinging on the amazing porch swing, listening to live music and sipping tasty sangria! Service was great and the property was immaculate.

This place is truly magical! Gina is incredible, kind, caring, and so knowledgeable about all the…read morealpacas! This farm is literally my magical home away from home. The pricepoint is SO affordable for an incredible way to bond with loved ones and nature's beautiful creatures! My best friend and I love going there and taking tons of photos because every angle with an alpaca is perfect! They look like walking cartoon characters! They are so sweet and clearly so well-cared for! Can't wait to go back! Be sure to make a reservation in advance, and purchase something soft and cuddly in their store before leaving to support this wonderful place and keep them in business for years to come!

Our group of 14 had an awesome time!! There were plenty of alpaca for everyone. Gina was super…read moreinformative and answered all of our questions. Memories were made today!

The Day I Was Mugged by Deer (In the Best Way)…read more If you're driving through Northern Arizona and see a sign for Grand Canyon Deer Farm, pull over immediately. Trust me. This place is basically a 10-acre animal park where the deer run the show... and they know exactly who has snacks. The moment you walk in with a cup of feed, you instantly become the most popular human in the entire forest. Deer appear out of nowhere like fuzzy little snack detectives. One minute you're calmly feeding one deer, the next you're surrounded by a polite but very determined deer mob inspecting your pockets, shoelaces, and possibly your soul. And honestly... it's amazing. The deer are incredibly friendly and will happily eat right out of your hand. You can pet them, feed them, and get pictures that look like you're starring in your own Disney movie. But it's not just deer. There are wallabies, llamas, goats, bison, peacocks, and other animals wandering around the farm, so it feels like a mini zoo adventure where everything is up close and interactive. Admission is very reasonable for such a unique experience: * Adults: about $20 * Seniors: about $17 * Children: about $12 * Kids under 3 are free They are open daily from 9 AM - 6 PM (spring/summer) and 10 AM - 5 PM in winter, making it an easy stop if you're heading to the Grand Canyon or exploring Williams. And don't skip the gift shop when you walk in. It's actually really cool and full of niche treasures -- crystals, jewelry, souvenirs, gifts, and all kinds of fun stuff. It's the kind of place where you walk in thinking you'll just look around and somehow leave holding crystals, a bracelet, and a Route 66 souvenir you didn't know you needed. The whole place has this quirky, old-school Arizona roadside attraction vibe that makes it even more charming. If you love animals, road trip stops, or the idea of being gently harassed by extremely adorable deer for snacks... this place is a must. Overall Rating: 10/10 would absolutely get surrounded by snack-seeking deer again.

Staff is super friendly and so are the deer! They offer cups of feed for $4 or $6, and you are able…read moreto keep the cup as a souvenir. I would recommend each person in your party has a cup of feed, because that is how you are going to become the most popular person on the farm! The deer will be all over you if you have food, and they may nip at your shirts and shoelaces, but they were very gentle. I would highly recommend wearing clothes that you are okay with getting dirty and possibly torn! Don't wear any loose articles of clothing, have anything hanging out of your pockets, and tuck in your shoelaces! Bring some quarters, as well, because there are dispensers around the farm with corn for the deer (we noticed that some of them preferred just the corn and did not care for the regular feed). We couldn't have loved our experience more and will be back again! Bonus points for the employee of the month, the lovely calico cat that was in the gift shop! She was a gem! 5/5 would recommend for families and animal lovers! You can easily spend a couple hours here.

A+ zoo, it's definitely a small town zoo and it focuses primarily on rescuing animals that for…read morevarious reasons end up there for survival. Zoo is reasonably priced and of course family friendly with a playground, gift shop, petting zoo and picnic area. As it is a smaller zoo, if you go during off-peak times, you'll practically be getting the whole zoo to yourself. I highly recommend an off-peak hours visit. The Animals for the most part don't appear to be annoyed at their human visitors. The Bear exhibit is pretty cool If you go in with small town zoo expectations, you'll have a great time here. Highly recommend.

We enjoyed seeing and learning about various North American, South America, and Latin American…read morewildlife here and got to see the Peregrine Falcon, Black Bear, Mexican Grey Wolf, and Panther being fed. There is a variety of wildlife, staff was very friendly and knowledgeable, parking was easy and by a lake which we hiked to after our visit here. There is also a playground and splash pad for the children.

Young chickens caged in filthy over crowded cages…read more Flies all over the birds and the odor is terrible. Please clean this up for the health of the birds. Perhaps you could have a sale to clear out the over population.

Seems like this business has maybe changed hands... from a feed store to a liquor store (based on…read morethe 2+ yrs old reviews). If that's the case, I have some advice for the proprietors: People hanging out in the whiskey section who DON'T work there, just chatting with the cashier, do NOT need to interact or intimidate customers who enter looking to make a purchase. If they want to hit on her, ask her out AFTER hours. If they actually want to help, the proper verbiage is, "Can I help you find something?"... NOT: "Hey, are you LOOKING for something...?"

We absolutely adored this place! Such a great concept! My friend had told me about this place years…read moreago and I'm so happy my girls and I were able to experience this place! Admission is $30/adult. I bought my tickets online and taxes and fees were about $15. So completely worth it. We opted to drive thru once, then parked to use their restrooms which were clean and well stocked. Then we drove through one more time before they closed that section--last car through at 4pm and the park closes at 5:30pm. The second time we went through, they had just fed all the animals so they were super active! They'll come right up to your car, which can feel a little intimidating. That's the closest I ever want to be to a bear or a wolf! They have the animal areas themed and everything is so cute! The walk through exhibits are great as well. Amazing gift shop. So cool to watch the grizzlies as well. If you're ever in Williams, AZ, I cannot recommend checking this place out more! You will not regret it!

Want to see a bison, wolf or bear up close and personal? Come to Bearizona!…read more This is part drive through park/zoo and part walk about zoo. You stay in your car to pay your admission, and you are then let through an entrance gate type thing. You drive past mountain goats/Dall sheep, deer, donkeys, and other not-so-scary animals. As you make your way through the park, you pass through multiple cordoned off areas, each with different animals: multiple bear species, wolves, and bison, to name a few. When in THESE particular areas, you are required to have all your windows up and your sun/moon roof closed for your safety. It's normally bumper to bumper, so you get to be in this part of the park a fairly decent amount of time. At one point, you drive out into a prairie area where the bison are, and you can stay out there longer, as even though there is a "road" you stay on, others can drive around you if they want to get a move on. After seeing all of these big animals, you pass through another gate and into a parking lot. You can either leave the premises, or park and go into the walking zoo. In this portion are smaller animals like eagles, otters, turkey, badgers....mostly North American wildlife. However, there is an area with jaguars in it. There a few small places to get a souvenir or a soda, and then there is the very VERY large gift shop. The gift shop has a large restaurant in it (we didn't go in), and a few small rooms that act like a museum of sorts. Also throughout, in various sneaky areas are large cages/tanks with animals in them like snakes. The gift shop carries just about anything you can imagine from the typical logo shirts to animal themed toys and post cards. But then, it carries other things like hand made pottery mugs and pocket knives. Overall, this was a neat place to visit. You can tell the animals are well cared for, and all enclosures are clean and mimic the animals' natural habitats quite nicely. Each one has a nice amount of space and places for the animals to escape the view of guests when they want to. Bearizona is located almost exactly across from AZ-64 North, the main road to Grand Canyon National Park, just a short drive from Flagstaff. 14/2026