![]() ![]() Park staff worked tirelessly throughout the day to ensure the health and safety of the park's 400-500 animal population. The tigers will remain in a secure habitat while their original enclosure is restored, improved and enhanced. Thanks to secondary fencing along the park's perimeter, the animals never left the park property. While most of the property was impacted by storm damage, the walk-about section was hit particularly hard and will remain closed to the public until further notice as the Company works to rebuild.ĭuring the initial storm, two tigers briefly escaped their enclosures before being safely recaptured by park employees. The Company is working diligently with local partners to address the extensive damage and expects to reopen the park's 3.5 mile Drive-Thru Safari area in early April.Ī preliminary assessment of the park has determined in excess of 3,000 trees were uprooted or destroyed, causing catastrophic damage to numerous buildings and animal habitats. PINE MOUNTAIN, Georgia (MARCH 30, 2023) - Wild Animal Safari®, Pine Mountain, a wholly owned subsidiary of Parks! America, Inc., (together the "Company") is preparing to welcome visitors back to the park, following extensive damage caused by recent, severe weather including multiple tornados which directly impacted the property. You may want to hit the shop at the beginning of the trip as it offers "Slobber Towels" to protect you from the drooling beasts.WILD ANIMAL SAFARI® PINE MOUNTAIN PREPARING TO REOPEN IN EARLY APRILĬleanup and rebuild efforts underway at Wild Animal Safari following the devastating tornado and subsequent rain and flooding reopening in early April, families can travel down the park's 3.5 mile Drive-Thru Safari ![]() Finish up your visit with a trip to the gift shop to purchase the stuffed versions of your children's favorite creatures, and you'll have some happy campers on the ride home. There is also a cafe onsite offering standard family-friendly fare. During the week from September through November, and daily from December through January, the park closes at 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., with hours running one hour later during the summer months (mid-May through August). You will need to watch a short safety video prior to taking your tour, and it is recommended that you feed the animals by tossing the food onto the ground rather than by having them eat out of your hand. If your car doesn't meet these standards, or you'd simply rather use a rented car, the park has zebra vans available for rental for either $18 or $20, depending upon the size you require. If you want to take your own vehicle through the safari, be advised that open tops and open doors are not allowed, and no one is permitted to sit in the back of a truck, for understandable safety reasons. You may wish to feed some of the animals during your visit, and food prices range from $3.50 for a small bag to $43.95 for a 50-pound bag if you really want to fatten up the herd. During November 2014, all military and emergency services professionals and their families may purchase park tickets for only $14.95 each, upon showing an ID. There are also group discounts available upon request for parties of over 20 people. AAA members, military and emergency personnel such as firefighters and EMS workers receive a $2 discount, and guests who wish to return the next day may do so for only $12. The ticket covers admission to both the drive-thru safari and the park's walk-about, which is more of a typical zoo experience where you can interact with and feed gentle animals like alpacas. Children under age three get in for free. Children have the chance to feed alpacas (Photo credit: Thinkstock)Īdult admission tickets are $21.95, with discounted tickets at $18.95 available for seniors (65+) and children aged three to 12. Exotic critters like watusi, nilgai and black buck antelopes will be going about their business as you take your leisurely drive. The park was founded with an interest in making these creatures more accessible, especially to younger visitors. Some of the animals you'll see as you tour the 250-acre grounds are bison, elk, water buffalo, hyenas and zebras. Either way, you are sure to have a memorable family day trip. You can experience the five-mile tour either in your own vehicle or with a guide in a tour group. Zoo Atlanta has a nicely maintained collection of animal exhibits, but if you really feel like getting to know some tigers, camels and other more exotic creatures, consider heading to the drive-thru Wild Animal Safari in Pine Mountain, Georgia. ![]()
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