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“ We also gained a lot of information in the bird shows as well as the elephant show . ” in 10 reviews

“ .but it was seriously my favorite part of the zoo beside the amazing giraffe s putting there heads inside the car.. ” in 16 reviews

“ Also on the bus the driver tells you about the animals ( names, where from, etc) It was hot while we were there so the kids used the water park . ” in 10 reviews

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1386 Cooper Road

Cambridge, ON N1R 5S2

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Went for a quick trip to Toronto and this is a MUST see place for kids . Not too far from Niagara Falls (about an hour drive) and east to get there . We went on a weekend but we're early. Not much of rush getting in. They gave us 2 options - to drive our own car or use their bus . Try to drive ur car . It's fun. Just make sure you aren't too close to monkeys as they can get on top of ur car and scratch it. Lions are the main attraction but they were mostly sleeping :( wish they were awake . Just one lion was up and walking . There is generally lots of car parked next to lions . They also had leopards, elephant , rhino , lots of deers , giraffe , bison and many other animals . Kids did have fun . It took us about an hour to finish the tour. There was also a small splash zone for kids and lots of other things - like bird shows , aviary , etc . Many restaurants and souvenir shops around . A little pricey but worth it once a while ..

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Took another visit to a great place! We had a lovely time the animals were great and the staff was very nice! Pricing was pretty good overall and there a lot of shows and things to see and do. You are able to drive your car through the safari but the bus available too. Great visit overall we thoroughly enjoyed it!

I was very upset and couldn't believe how this place had changed from when I took my children and now take my grandchildren and this is a high profit place now that do not seem to us the money on the animals or property. Bathrooms are disgusting with feces all over the floor and can't imagine what the restaurant kitchens are like . garbages not emptied and washroom stalls were filthy and change rooms at splash pad were worse . with the amount of traffic that went threw there the long weekend there should have been extra staff .. I complained to the employee and she did not care . Please don't support this dirty place I can't imagine what it's like for the poor animals!

Went to African Lion Safari yesterday with my husband, son, Daughter in law and granddaughter. We have been going there for about 40 years! They have added many new attractions over time. Large playgrounds and and 3 enormous splash pad areas good for all ages! The little ones always enjoy the train ride which is Fred snd short. The boat ride around the monkey islands was thankfully short also as it seems the monkey population has dwindled and only 2 could be seen- definitely wasn't worth a long wait! They no longer have an elephant show and both of them are on display quite a hike away from everything. The do have parrot, birds of prey and a reptile show that are short and even can hold the attention of a two year old! She was most excited about being so close to the animals as we drove through the reserve especially when a monkey jumped up on the car and she could see it through the sun roof! It has become quite pricey for a days visit! Food and souvenirs are outrageous! There are however picnic tables and they allow coolers and your own drinks. There are a few places that need updating like the rest rooms and changing areas near splash pad but it was a very enjoyable day spent with family and watching our little ones excitement! Will go again in a few years!

I think I oddly had low expectations for this place based on my surprise of witnessing how run down Marineland was on my visit last year. Some sort of transferred expectation I guess. It's not to say African Lion Safari is run at Disney-calibre level, but it's in better shape - and better living conditions for it's animals, than Marineland. I expected it to be really busy in part due to seeming like a physical-distance friendly activity, but it wasn't too bad. It wasn't dead, but certainly not bustling. That played out to advantage however on the safari as we could go at our own pace when driving around and didn't feel much pressure to move on or have to wait. They really do have about everything you'd expect from the animal kingdom: lions, tigers, bears...actually there weren't bears but there were rhinos, giraffes and a bunch of other exotic and exciting animals. In fact, they also have animals from most of the continents too, so you'll see kangaroos, bison and others. It's up for debate if this is the best thing for the animals or not, but at the very least, they are in a very large enclosure with lots of room to roam around. Aside from the safari, there's a pretty big section where you walk and see other wildlife such as exotic birds and at the end of the walk, the big draw: the elephants. About the only thing I observed closed due to COVID was a fairly cool mini water park and playground which I'm sure my kids would've loved in normal circumstances.

One of the best animal places we've ever visited! We started early with the drive through the open animal area (game reserves). We took our own car; this way we could go at our own pace. It took us 75 minutes to go through all 7 sections. There are 2 lanes throughout so easy to go your own pace. We saw over 100 animals of a couple dozen different types. Many close-up encounters. The "enclosures" are very spacious - treating the animals well. Most were close enough to the car to get a great view (and pictures). We did have a baboon hop onto our car. No damage at all - he just used it to cross to the next tree. For those concerned about it, there's a way you can bypass the baboon/bongo/zebu area and still see everything else. After that, we went to the other side of the park. First - the shows: We took in the birds of prey show - featuring a half-dozen different raptors - the staff stayed around for questions and were happy to share their knowledge. We took in the elephant show - which included camels as well - it was fantastic - the way the elephant is trained with all they can do; the professionalism of the staff - and again open for questions afterwards. Beyond that, the food was good and not overly expensive. We actually got to see some animals get fed. There's goat petting. There's a water play area for little kids. There's a small train ride that goes around the lakes for an up close encounter with gibbons. There's also a boat ride around the same area. For the adventurous, there are elephant rides - was a lot of fun - its short (around a small area) - but just the experience was worth it. Easily a 3-hour effort... Highly recommend.

Clean compound. Polite staff. Beautiful animals. Good family environment. I would definitely recommend.

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Have very fond memories of the African Lion Safari! Maybe because it was the first drive thru safari we ever visited that makes it so special to us. 8/16/07 visit. Paid $26.95 per adult back then. We learned about this place through some friends. They told us to be prepared for the monkeys to be all over our vehicle. We weren't worried about that. We even purchased LDW insurance for our rental vehicle to cover any damage that might occur. Unfortunately, our red mustang rental car did not attract the monkeys! Still, we had a great time! Different sections to drive through. All the many animals are not living in the same area. If you do not want to drive through with your own vehicle, then you can ride on their Safari Tour bus. Costs a bit extra, but worth it. There are plenty of other attractions. A boat cruise, petting area, elephant swim, bird & animal presentations plus so much more. Have been there twice over the years, and I would return more times if we were in the area. They are just a short drive from Toronto or Niagara Falls!! Worth the price of admission!!

Our souvenir magnet! Yup, we saw this guy plus his pals at African Lion Safari!!

A great place for a day's entertainment. I had heard a lot about this place previously so couldn't wait to come here and see what's it all about. We took our own car and drive around which was fun. People do have the option to park their cars and do the local bus there. Once you enter the safari area, there are signs all over asking not to roll down the windows.. a valid request given that you are going to be very close to lions and other wild animals without any sort of cage. We did hit a lot of traffic inside and in general movement was slow which was not as fun but because this was a weekend traffic was more compared to other days. If you can, please try to come on a weekday when the crowd isn't too bad so that you can enjoy your time looking at the wild animals rather than getting stuck in line and simply waiting. Other than the wildlife, there are plenty of other shows - birds and elephant shows and a train and boat ride. Those were all enjoyable. I did feel that the wildlife portion was a bit short.. so perhaps in the future they have scope for more animals in the park. The bird shows don't have covered seating so on a hot day, you need to have a hat or umbrealla to protect you. Definitely an amazing experience and I recommend this place to folks visiting Ontario.

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We loved African Lion Safari! The animals come so close to your car, and the variety of animals is wonderful. It's as close as you will get to going on a safari in Canada :) amazing place to go for kids and adults alike. My favourites were the lions, giraffes and monkeys!

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African Lion Safari

For a unique family-friendly adventure, embark on a driving tour through wild game reserves at African Lion Safari. Travel through habitats with seven different wildlife themes, featuring animals from across the African continent, the Australian Outback and the high plains of North America.

Weave through different ecosystems and explore over 300 hectares with animals roaming free, including some threatened or endangered species. Spot lions, zebras, giraffes, kangaroos, bison and more. After your “safari,” learn more about the park’s conservation efforts, breeding programs and research teams.

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How to get to African Lion Safari

Location: 1386 Cooper Road, Cambridge

By car: Access the African Lion Safari via Highway 401 and Highway 8. If you’re coming from Niagara Falls or the U.S., take the Queen Elizabeth Way. Free parking is included with admission.

By transit: GO Transit provides regular train and bus service to Kitchener and bus service from Kitchener to Cambridge. From there, take a local taxi to the African Lion Safari.

Know before you go

Purchase timed tickets in advance online . You must select two times: one for entry into the park and one for the drive through Game Reserves.

Your vehicle will receive a safety inspection before entering the Game Reserves. Check the vehicle restrictions page before your trip. If you’d rather not drive, opt for the Safari Tour Bus .

Wheelchairs and wagons are available for rent at the Safari Bazaar Gift Shop.

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See over 1,000 animals and birds

Observe thousands of animals in the African Lion Safari’s seven Game Reserves , containing nine kilometres of trail through open grasslands, shaded forests and expansive marshy wetlands.

Ride the tour bus

Leave your car in the parking lot and hop on the Safari Tour Bus . Educational tours are 60 to 90-minutes long and offer great opportunities to take pictures of the animals.

Take a self-guided tour

Listen to an audio tour by expert guides while going through the park. Learn about all the animals you see, how to identify them, what they like to eat and how they behave.

Play in the water park

Grab the sunscreen and let the kids cool off in Misumu Bay Wetplay , the African Lion Safari’s water park. Enjoy waterslides, splash pads and the ever-popular fish-tipping buckets.

Eat in the park

Grab a bite to eat with the safari’s onsite dining . Choose from gourmet barbecued hamburgers, sweet soft-serve ice cream, the signature Elephant Tail fry on a stick and more.

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Interesting facts about African Lion Safari

The African Lion Safari was established in 1969 by the late Colonel G.D. Dailley, who opened it in the name of conservation. The park contained 40 lions in three reserves; today, the park houses over 1,000 animals and more than 100 species.

Over 100 hectares of bush, grasslands and forest allow mixed species of animals to roam and interact as they would in the wild.

African Lion Safari leads numerous conservation initiatives , supporting research and breeding programs to protect endangered animals and their habitats.

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Accessible entrances/exits, accessible parking, accessible restaurant, accessible seating, accessible washroom, service animals welcome, support persons welcome, wheelchair and/or mobility devices available.

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African Lion Safari Canada’s Original Safari Adventure

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African Lion Safari® is a drive through Wildlife Park dedicated to the conservation of declining wildlife species. It is home to over 1,000 exotic birds and animals that roam freely throughout seven distinct drive through Game Reserves.

The park is comprised of over 750 acres, 250 of which provide animals with large areas of bush, grasslands or forest in which they can interact naturally with other animals. In several Game Reserves, mixed species roam and interact as they would in the wild. 25 to 30 acres has been developed for walk through areas and exhibits and the balance of the property is comprised of farm, bush and other habitat, including 40 areas of provincially significant wetland which we maintain and monitor.

African Lion Safari® is extremely proud of the international reputation it has earned for excellence in the care, management and breeding of many endangered species, both birds and animals. Our dedicated staff play an integral part in the success of African Lion Safari’s conservation and breeding initiatives. They bring their unique skills, years of experience and commitment to ensure our animals receive the best care possible.

African Lion Safari® consults worldwide and supports in-situ projects such as species reintroduction for the Eastern Loggerhead shrike, Burrowing owl, Ferruginous hawk, and Barn owl. Our animal management staff travel worldwide to provide training and support to help improve conservation, management and welfare of many species, including elephants.

Our efforts in providing technical training in elephant husbandry and welfare, data collection, community relations and conservation education have met with good success.

The park has enjoyed over 50 successful years as one of Ontario’s premier tourist destinations.  African Lion Safari® strives to ensure that all guests have an enjoyable and educational day “On Safari! ™” as well as an opportunity to gain a better appreciation of the animals in our care.

DRIVE THROUGH GAME RESERVES

Get closer than you ever imagined to majestic birds and animals from around the world as you drive along 9 kilometres of trail, through 7 large Game Reserves featuring Nairobi Sanctuary, Simba Lion Country, Timbavati Lion Country, Wankie Bushland Trail, Rocky Ridge Veldt, Australasia and The Americas.

You will enter an environment that is home to over 1,000 birds and animals, many of which are classified as endangered or threatened species. The park is situated on 750 acres in which animals roam freely while you are “caged” in your vehicle. The Safari Trail enables you to go “On Safari! TM ” and see prides of lions, herds of zebra and giraffe, white rhino, ostrich, watusi, bison and many other exotic species.

Travel through the Game Reserves in your own vehicle* or hop aboard our Safari Tour Bus for an additional fee.

*Vehicles will be inspected upon arrival at the park and at the entrance of the Game Reserves. See  park policies  for vehicle requirements.

Admission to African Lion Safari Includes:

Driving through large Game Reserves in your own vehicle . (Alternate transportation, Safari Tour Bus , available for an additional charge)

Leisurely cruise aboard the “African Queen” Boat .

Journey on the “Nature Boy” scenic railway .

Exciting and Educational Bird and Animal Presentations

Pets’ Corner – Come FACE TO FACE with a variety of animals and birds.

Misumu Bay Wet Play – Misumu Bay Wet Play Interactive water adventure for children. Seasonal. weather permitting. Height Restrictions Apply.

Children’s Playgrounds – Children can “˜monkey around’ in Safari Venture and Toddlers’ Playground.

Height Restrictions Apply.

Toddlers’ Playground is not monitored by African Lion Safari staff.

NOTE : Parking is included in your admission to the park. You have access to your car all day.

1386 Cooper Rd, Cambridge, ON N1R 5S2

• (519) 623-2620 or 1-800-461-9453
• http://www.lionsafari.com

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African Lion Safari in Ontario

African Lion Safari

Unlike the traditional zoo where visitors freely roam the grounds observing animals in cages, the African Lion Safari near Toronto , Ontario, is set up to allow visitors to drive at their own pace around multi-acre reserves in which the animals roam freely.

Open daily between May and October, the African Lion Safari also stages animal shows and workshops and has a splash pad and playground.

Though the African Lion Safari is more acceptable in terms of animal welfare than zoos and amusement parks like the atrocious Marineland in Niagara Falls , which has been criticized for its animal cruelty, the elephant shows and rides at the African Lion Safari do seem archaic and humiliating to the animals while offering no educational value for viewers.

Tips for Visiting

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• Driving your own vehicle around the animal reserves is at your own risk. Baboons have been known to jump on and scratch cars, pull at antennas or remove windshield wipers. Take the Safari Bus if you are concerned about your car being damaged.
• If you decide to drive your own vehicle, you have the option of a monkey-free route; monkeys tend to be the biggest car hazard.
• The park is less busy and not so hot if you arrive for the 10 am opening.
• As with most theme parks, food is generally unhealthy and overpriced. Pack a picnic lunch or at the least bring a snack and a water bottle.
• July and August can be very hot; be prepared with water, sunscreen, hats, and bring bathing suits for the kids to take advantage of the splash pad.
• Slightly rainy days are good days to visit, with fewer visitors and animals that are more active than on very hot, humid days.
• If you want to see some of the shows (Birds of Prey, Parrot, Elephants), find out their start times before you do anything else, and plan your activities around these times.

See the Animals

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Animals wandering the African Lion Safari reserves include giraffes, zebras, rhinoceroses, ostriches, lions, cheetahs, baboons, and more.

Birds of prey, including eagles, hawks, owls, vultures, and falcons as well as parrots can be seen during demonstration and shows.

Gentle animals, such as baby goats, can be handled and pet at the Pets' Corner.

How Much Time to Spend at the Safari

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Visitors should plan on spending at least three hours at the African Lion Safari. The drive through the animal reserves takes between an hour and two hours, but the other amenities will keep you at the park for longer. Many people arrive for the 10 am opening and stay the whole day.

Getting There

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Located in a rural part of Cambridge, Ontario, the African Lion Safari is about an hour from Toronto and 1.5 hours from Niagara Falls. Note that depending on your source, the location may be given as - not Cambridge - but Hamilton or Flamborough.

The route is marked clearly with blue Ontario attraction signage.

While You're in the Area

Little Louie's Burger Joint & Soupery

• Where to eat:  Enjoy delicious Mexican food in a casual atmosphere at Latinoamerica Unida. Slightly more sophisticated than a food truck, Little Louie's Burger Joint & Soupery serves up delish fast food.
• Where to stay: Several hotels are in the vicinity of the African Lion Safari - mostly mid-range. Homewood Suites by Hilton is particularly convenient for families as each guest room has at least one bedroom plus full kitchen and double sofa sleeper. If you're looking for something a little swankier, Langdon Hall is a Relais & Chateaux property in the area.
• Other attractions: A lot of green space, farmland, and conservation areas surround the African Lion Safari. Some charming towns within 20-minutes travel include Elora and Fergus - famous for 19th-century architecture and a preserved mill - and St. Jacobs Country - popular with tourists because of the hiking trails, strong Mennonite presence, and artistic offerings.
• The Donkey Sanctuary of Canada is a less touristy, quieter way to observe animals roaming freely, namely, donkeys who have been rescued from abuse and/or neglect.

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“ We also gained a lot of information in the bird shows as well as the elephant show . ” in 10 reviews

“ .but it was seriously my favorite part of the zoo beside the amazing giraffe s putting there heads inside the car.. ” in 16 reviews

“ Also on the bus the driver tells you about the animals ( names, where from, etc) It was hot while we were there so the kids used the water park . ” in 10 reviews

Location & Hours

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1386 Cooper Road

Cambridge, ON N1R 5S2

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Oh my goodness what an awesome experience love love loved this place ... not only are they helping the animals that are going extinct but also saving the ones that are endangered of going on those lists ! Also we got to see two babies born today so beautiful!!

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The park was extremely crowded on the rainy day we went. I shudder to think what it would have been like on a nice day. The crowds meant that the bus ride through the animal reserves was agonizingly slow and significantly tempered our enjoyment of the animals. The shows were very good. Plenty of seating, fun, and not too long. Glad to have done it but would likely not return.

At the birds of prey show.

Very good experience. We took the bus guided tour. Much more info than just driving through. Very informative. Baboons, cheetahs, lions, rhinos, deers, goats, sheep, bison, zebra... Elephant, birds- Eagles in particular. :) Family had a great time. 2 year old thinks it's the best thing-still talking about it. Down side: Was hot. ?31 degrees I think. Bit expensive. Bit out of the way. Conclusive remarks would be: just do it! Well worth it!

This place was EVERYTHING! I went with my relatives in Toronto and they opted for the guided bus tour which was fine but secretly, I wanted to drive myself to be even closer to the animals. Ostriches, zebras, gazelle, giraffes, elephants all came up to the bus! The lions and baboons were SOOO close. This really was an amazing experience. The petting zoo was also cool and the food was pretty tasty. The birds of prey show was da bomb and I learned so much. The elephant feeding in the lake was also awesome and admission was way less than the San Diego Zoo! I highly recommend this attraction for all families, couples and educational groups!

This is such a great place for young kids. There is a huge splash pad as well as dry playgrounds for kids of different ages. It keeps them busy which means us parents can take a break on the bench here and there. I really appreciated the set up for the kids. The shows are interesting. I missed the elephant bath wish they had more times. And we almost forgot to do the safari drive we were so busy at the splash pad! We took our own car-you can detour around the monkey area which is clearly marked with a sign warning you rush of vehicle damage. Or you can take the shuttle. Which I did in the past. It's a better experience in your own vehicle. There are many places to eat, but mostly pizza fries and ice cream. We brought our own cooler lunch and there are plenty of picnic benches scattered. They need more water fountains for drinking water

I love this place. I have come 3 times and live about 6 hrs away in NY state. I brought my kids all the way up here (from NY) just recently because of how much fun it is to drive through the game reserve. The animals are up close to your cars. It is beautiful and amazing to see them up close. The monkeys often jump on the cars - which makes for great pictures. You have to check this place out and definitely drive through the game reserve.

The elephants have a swim time each day.

Monkeys jump on your car as you drive through.

The African Safari feels like you are in a zoo. The only exception is that, the animals are watching you and you're the one locked up in a cage this time. Your cage is your car! We came here and the entrance was filled with cars, as a lion mascot and an employee walked around to greet us and give us heads up instructions. Tickets can be a little pricey, costing $35 per adult during peak season and around $31 per adult during may and in fall. We exchanged our tickets through our aeroplan points, so we didn't need to pay for that admission. At the ticket booth, we showed the employee our points and we were then provided a map. We followed the rest of the cars in our car through the gates. There were plenty of animals including cheetahs, lions, rhinoceros, goats, giraffes, deer and my favourite part - the monkeys! There was a monkey that hopped on everyone's car and that's where the "traffic jam" began because non of the cars wanted to move when the monkey was on our car. The zebra painted safari cars had to come and tell people to continue moving, also reminding us to not feed the animals. The monkeys didn't make any dents on our car, even though they jumped on it, which is an extra bonus. The safari also has a boat ride after you're done the safari and additional souvenir shops for you to visit! It's a pretty cool experience if you've never been to a safari!

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Lions, tigers and bears... Oh my! Okay you won't see any of the aforementioned at African Lion Safari except for the lions, but you get the picture here. Much like the Wizard of Oz, you will follow a yellow brick road through a maze of adventure and possibility. I confess, this analogy may be a little exuberant, but you will actually take a vehicle through a windy safari full of animals. Excellent for families! We decided to go for a quick road trip to visit African Lion Safari. We had an amazing time and it was certainly an experience to remember. All of the animals were so beautiful and appeared to be in much better condition than what you'd typically see in a zoo. If coming from Rochester, Buffalo or Syracuse, the drive to Hamlin isn't very far from Western NY, but make sure to map out the actual address of the park because it is several miles away from the expressway. There is plenty of signage available for guidance, so be sure to look around to ensure that you're heading in the right direction. The total drive took us around two and a half hours from Rochester. When visiting the safari, plan to take your time and stay for the day (especially if you're bringing little ones). My husband and I were able to effectively cover many of the main attractions within four hours or so. The entry fee is around $30.00 Canadian, but AAA members can get a discount at the gate if you present your card upon arrival. Within the park, the main attraction is obviously the safari, but there's plenty else to keep you occupied. There's a boat, train and elephant rides available as well as a kiddie waterpark area for small kids. Of the several shows they offered, we checked out the elephants and birds of prey. The elephant one was definitely better and worth seeing. Food options are limited, so most families pack their coolers for a picnic. There are several picnic areas on the premises, so I'd recommend bringing your favorites along the way. There is a large food court that serves sandwiches, fries and pizza, however a slice will run you about $5 each and the pizza is subpar. Visitors have the option to either pay extra and take the tour bus or drive your own car through the reserves. I have done both. This time around, in order to protect my vehicle, we opted for the tour bus. It was nice because the guide was able to point out all of the species and locations of each animal. It was worth the extra $5 fee. If driving your own car, you can tour through the reserves as many times as you'd like. There are no barriers between your vehicle and the animals. It was cool getting an up close and personal look as many animals crossed in front of us and walked near the roads.

We made a few stops on our way up to Toronto a few weeks back. The first was a visit to the African Lion Safari outside of Hamilton, Ontario and just an hour or so outside of central Toronto. Last year my family and I went through northern Ohio's African Safari Wildlife Park, and this one is similar to that but even wilder. In addition to the deer, bison, bongo, zebra, and giraffes, the African Lion Safari's drive through game reserves also feature African lions, cheetahs, and baboons! There is nothing between your car and any of these animals. Feeding of the animals is not allowed, though one of the cars in front of us was feeding the baboon bananas causing the group to climb all over our cars. This was definitely the highlight of the drive through safari. Though it was also really cool to see the African lions up close and without a cage blocking the view. After exploring the game reserves we spent even more time taking in the elephant round-up show, looking at the bird aviaries, petting the goats in the petting zoo, and playing in both the jungle playground and Misumu Bay wet play area. The elephant show featured Asian elephants showing their strength, playing sports, and even making a painting that would later be for sale. As much fun as my kids had seeing the animals, they had as much fun in the play areas, even the wet play when the temperature couldn't have been more than 65 degrees. We came for the drive through safari but enjoyed the other aspects of the park just as much. In the end we stayed for hours longer than I initially thought we would. With so much to do it is easy to spend the entire day there.

I'd recommend taking the safari bus because you'll learn more about the animals that you'd be seeing. Their names, their family members, how old they are and all those interesting facts! On a busy and crowded day, buses also move more quickly than driving your own vehicle through the Game Reserves. You might miss out on the baboons jumping up and down on your car with a banana on their hand but you can still enjoy such sight on other people's cars from the tour bus, lol. I got to see so many animals. I wish I could have seen them more up-close. Some memorable ones were: Lemur, Giraffe, White Lion, Zebra, Ostrich, Black swan, Stork, Vulture, Elk, Falcon, Llama, Elephant, Turtle and Rhino. Stuff to do all included in the price of admission: -Animal shows & Bird shows -Boat ride -Train ride -Petting zoo for kids -Water park for kids -Parking Kids can ride an elephant or pony for extra charges. There are so much to do so a family with kids could easily spend the whole day here. I think they added more attractions since the last time I had visited this place many years ago. Staff are very professional and they do a great job of managing traffic inside and around the Game Reserves. The official address is in Hamilton, but the safari is actually located about half an hour drive away from downtown Hamilton. It is close to Cambridge, Ontario

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Just a half-hour drive northwest of Hamilton, you'll find a mirror image of a traditional zoo: At the African Lion Safari, visitors remain caged in their cars or in a tour bus while the animals roam wild and free. The 300-hectare (741-acre) wildlife park contains rhinos, cheetahs, lions, tigers, giraffes, zebras, vultures, and many other species. In addition to the safari, the cost of admission covers other attractions, like the cruise aboard the African Queen, during which a tour guide will take you around the lake and point out local inhabitants like spider monkeys, crested macaques, and ring-tailed lemurs. A train will take you through a forest populated by snapping turtles, among other wildlife.

The park has several baby Asian elephants, and the elephant-bathing event, which occurs daily, will particularly fascinate the kids. The Pets' Corner is filled with frisky otters and pot-bellied pigs. There are several play areas for children as well, including the Misumu Bay water park (bring bathing suits!).

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