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    Tiger Trail

    4.3 (11 reviews)

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    WAY TOO DARK AT NIGHTTIME. I COULD NOT SEE MY OWN FEET OR OTHER PEOPLE
    Alex D.

    Sadly, I came to this area after it got dark outside. You cannot see a thing, literally. There are no lights on the pathway here, except some coloful lights, but they are only pointed at the trees and dont help you see your own feet in front of you. Also, you cannot see any tigers or other animals...it is almost pitch black over here at nighttime. I do not recommend. I literally hit my head on a low-hanging tree branch walking on this path because i could not see. Very dangerous.

    Tony the Tiger
    Arnel D.

    I believe the Tiger Trail is a vocal point of the entire park. It has a commanding entryway and a large tiger statue which is great for pictures. The tall bamboo trees are perfect for selfies or even family pics. It reminds me of the parks you find in Japan - same but different with less the cost of a plane ticket lol. You'll have to get through here to reach other areas of the park so why not enjoy what it has to offer. One thing that it lacks is additional seating/benches. I'll be back for sure as it is one of my favorite spots here at the beautiful Safari Park.

    Mathew G.

    Okay seeing a tiger is amazing! However the map makes this trail look bigger than it actually is. They have a few tiger exhibits but after the exhibits you will enter a beautiful landscape area without any animals. It's a beautiful area but you won't see any animals after the last tiger. They do have a food place located right in the middle of the trail! It's a great place to relax because they also have a bathroom with some drinking fountains. Overall it's great to see a tiger!

    Conrad, what a great looking cat.
    Vicki C.

    Who does not love a big cat? Tigers are one of the most beautiful, powerful mammals on the planet. People have worshiped these giant felines since the beginning of time. Evidence of their influence dates back to ancient mythology and folklore. Modern sport teams, films and even national mascots cherish tigers. Tiger trail is the renovated tiger exhibit at the San Diego Safari Park and home to 5 magnificent tigers. Visitors enter through a bamboo path embellished with Sumatran style benches and a statue. The next stop is a fun stairway built with zigzags and steps to give visitors a closeup above a favorite tiger hangout. These tigers even have a swimming hole, I can not wait to witness them swim. 11:45 am is prime Tiger viewing time, and their trainers have several enrichment opportunities for these big kitties. They play hide and seek with rabbits (the poor rabbits), or hand feed them through the cage to stimulate cats and people alike. You can even grab a 32 ounce cold beer from the Macan Market and enjoy it during the close up encounter with tigers daily. SO forget the online cat videos and get your a$$ to the Tiger trail for a roaring great time.

    This is the old tiger territory exhibit. You can also see the old monorail track.
    Marcus F.

    Tiger Trail is a vast improvement over the old Tiger Territory trail in which you would never see a tiger....ever.. At Tiger trail you're practically guaranteed to get a good view of these beautiful cats. - Great tranquil water features - One of the few things that the Safari Park doesn't charge an extra fee for. - King's Tip. If you have a reusable souvenir cup, there are other drink options besides water or soda. China Mist tea!. The larger sit down restaurants have iced tea so make sure you fill up there with your free refills. This is also the same at the Zoo ( Yes your refillable cup works at both parks).

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    Lots of walking, but plenty to see. They sure do a quality job with the exhibits and habitats. I sure am impressed with this park.

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    Tiger trail is the renovated tiger exhibit at the San Diego Safari Park and home to 5 magnificent tigers.

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    San Diego Zoo Safari Park - I love her

    San Diego Zoo Safari Park

    4.2(3k reviews)
    0.3 mi

    The San Diego Zoo Safari Park is absolutely massive. This place is extremely huge, and honestly you…read morecould spend an entire day here and still not see everything. We showed up pretty late, so we were only able to do the Safari tour, which is one of the main attractions, but it was completely worth it. The way the Safari is laid out is unbelievable. Traveling through the park and seeing all the animals spread out across these huge open areas really makes you feel like you're on an actual safari. There's so much room and space for the animals to graze and move around naturally, and it was amazing seeing how different animals interacted with each other or how the sections were designed to feel natural and immersive. They also have a zip line that runs across the safari area and a hot air balloon that goes up and down over the park, plus plenty of other attractions and exhibits that we didn't even get a chance to see. Definitely worth checking out, especially the guided Safari tour portion. One important thing to note -- if you're searching for it online or using GPS, make sure you search for the "Safari Park" and not just the San Diego Zoo. The Safari Park is located up in the hills and is a completely different location from the actual zoo in downtown San Diego.

    I have mixed feelings about zoos. I don't love animals being held in captivity, but I also…read moreacknowledge the benefits of introducing people to wild animals and encouraging them to support conservation. The Safari Park is a fun way to see a variety of animals which most of us will never have the chance to see in their native habitats. There is a lot to see and do, for people of all ages. I went with a group of adults and we all had a good time. The "balloon" ride is a great way to see a birds eye view of the park, and I also recommend taking the tram tour.

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    San Diego Zoo Safari Park - I love her

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    San Diego Zoo Safari Park - One of the many shaded gift shops with bathrooms throughout the zoo. This one was near the Australian section of the zoo.

    One of the many shaded gift shops with bathrooms throughout the zoo. This one was near the Australian section of the zoo.

    San Diego Zoo Safari Park - ENTRANCE to, Tiger Park.

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    ENTRANCE to, Tiger Park.

    Wild Wonders - Great learning experience

    Wild Wonders

    4.8(121 reviews)
    18.6 mi

    We celebrated our daughters 9th birthday with family and friends at Wild Wonders and it was such an…read moreenjoyable experience. The animals were well cared for, the staff were kind, knowledgeable and professional, and the interaction with their animals was a memorable experience. It was a lot of fun too. We ended our party with a picnic at Wild Wonders and the area provided was clean, spacious, shaded and overlooking a nice view. Couldn't have asked for a better birthday for our daughter.

    A beautiful wildlife preservation site where you can enjoy animal encounters with exotic animals!…read more - PARKING - We parked on the hill past the entrance of the business, and walked down. Pretty steep but it's a short walk. - SERVICE/ENVIRONMENT - Book your visit online! There are group rates and additional attendee rates, so just make sure you have the right count of people! Staff was very friendly from start to finish, and I loved seeing the enthusiasm shine through their work. It's not a huge site, so not a ton of walking involved, but there are some steps if you're worried about accessibility. Make sure to wear closed toed shoes! - EXPERIENCE - We booked a Wallaby encounter, and initially I thought it was only going to be a single animal experience but I was pleasantly surprised we were taken on a tour around the area! We did get to feed and pet the Wallaby, but we also walked to see all the different animals in captivity. They also brought out some animals for us to pet and see up close! - OVERALL - A wonderful wildlife preservation site, and amazing staff to take care of them all!

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    Wild Wonders - Sabi, the Serval cat.

    Sabi, the Serval cat.

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    Wild Wonders

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    EcoVivarium - Small turtle

    EcoVivarium

    4.7(150 reviews)
    4.8 mi

    What an incredible experience! It was so amazing to see so many reptiles and be able to actually…read morehold them and interact with them in their habitats. We wouldn't have had such an amazing time without our amazing tour guide. Rachel did such a great job teaching our kids the right ways to interact with the animals and you can tell that she really loves what she does. She was really patient with our kids and made this an unforgettable experience. Highly recommend! *full warning, the outside of the building looks a little sketchy at first because it's an old building, but don't let that deter you*

    Would you like to learn about incredible reptiles up close and support a good cause? The…read moreEcoVivarium is the perfect place! For $25 you can get a behind the scenes tour that introduces you to a variety of turtles, snakes, and lizards that call the EcoVivarium home. They also have birthday party visits, host events, and as I learned from my friend Trish, can help teachers get set up with a reptile in the classroom. My first conversation with Susan at the EcoVivarium was heartfelt, as I was calling to see if they might be interested in the donation of our decommissioned aquarium. The setup was only four years old and housed our previous beloved 26 year old fish named Puff that had recently passed away. Susan was kind, expressed her condolences and shared that they would appreciate our donation. Chun P and I met Rachel and Donald on a Sunday and after we brought our items in from the car were treated to meeting some terrific reptiles. Many of the inhabitants at the EcoVivarium have sad stories, some had suffered abuse, some were abandoned, and others were victims of trafficking that were confiscated and brought in by the department of fish and game. Susan has created a safe space and her staff and volunteers give their all to make sure they live a better life. I'm looking forward to visiting again soon and supporting this worthy endeavor!

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    EcoVivarium - Bearded Dragon

    Bearded Dragon

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    EcoVivarium - Python wrangling!

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    Python wrangling!

    Butterfly Jungle

    Butterfly Jungle

    3.5(6 reviews)
    0.3 mi

    Annual spring exhibit that's known for butterfly interactions and long-ass lines…read more Is it worth it? If you've seen it once you can probably skip it. The problem isn't butterfly jungle, it's the poor timing of butterfly season which is during spring break for SoCal schools. Even during midweek it was 20 minutes waiting. During a Saturday you're looking at an hour. There is one large viewing aviary loaded with butterflies. There are plenty of opportunities to have butterflies land on you if you're patient. I would say that adults were having more fun with this experience than the kids. - There are two mandatory butterfly checking stations before you can leave Butterfly Jungle. If you think TSA searches are embarrassing just wait for the security checks here.

    I come every year to this exhibit, and whether I pay for priority viewing or not, the wait time is…read moresoooo long for maybe ten minutes of wandering the enclosure. It's basically a 2-hour wait if you don't pay, and upwards of an hour if you do. Overall, I don't recommend this exhibit. It's too crowded as it is. Joking, not joking! Well, my best tip is to wear bright colors. Butterflies always land on me when I wear red or hot pink. P.S.- Fun fact: It sounds cruel, but the birds they keep there are to eat the butterflies when the exhibit ends. Enjoy~ Pros: - great photo ops Cons: - humid inside - long lines - priority viewing oversold

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    Butterfly Jungle - Apparently this guy wasn't supposed to be here...

    Apparently this guy wasn't supposed to be here...

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    Butterfly Jungle - Completely packed with people

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    Completely packed with people

    Tiger Trail - zoos - Updated June 2026

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