Safari Zoo Quick Info
Please Note: Admission to Safari Zoo is only available from our new entrance at Melton Terrace. Any purchased Safari Zoo wristbands must be put on at the Trading Post Admissions building to continue on from the Trading Post grounds into Safari Zoo. Access to The Trading Post family centre is always FREE.
About Safari Zoo
Safari Zoo is a natural park with over 1100 animals. Walk around and interact with some of the rarest, most endangered animals in unique natural environments which enable the visitor to get as close as physically possible to experience the sights, sounds, and a few smells, of these amazing creatures we share our planet with.
About The Trading Post Family Center
Safari Zoo is a natural park with over 1100 animals. Walk around and interact with some of the rarest, most endangered animals in unique natural environments which enable the visitor to get as close as physically possible to experience the sights, sounds, and a few smells, of these amazing creatures we share our planet with.
Opening Hours
We are open
10:00AM - 5:00PM 1st SEP - 30th OCT 2016
10:00AM - 4:30PM 31st OCT 2016 - 1st MAR 2017
(Closed Christmas Day)
Last Admission 45 Minutes Before Closing
Admission Prices
FREE ENTRY 1st JAN 2017 - 28th FEB 2017
ADULTS & CHILDREN FREE
Safari Zoo, Adventure Playground, Picnic Area, Artisan Trading Post Gift shop, Take Away & Restaurant
NO BOOKING REQUIRED, JUST HEAD TO OUR ADMISSIONS DESKS ON ARRIVAL
Guide Book & Map £4.00 £3.00 25% Off Sale!
FAMILY FRIENDLY ADMISSION OFFER PRICES March 2017
Adult (16-59 Years) £16.50 Per Person
Senior (60+ Years) £11.00 Per Person
Child (3-15 Years) FREE*
Under 3 FREE
*Terms & Conditions: Every full paying adult/senior on our family friendly admission offer entitle you up to 4 FREE children. Additional children beyond the offer entitlement are £9.00 each. This offer cannot be used in conjunction with any other promotion. Please Note. Tesco Reward Vouchers can only be used against the standard admission prices (Adult £16.50,Senior £11.00, Child 3-15 £9.00) they cannot be used to purchase 365 tickets, Activity wristbands or in conjunction with any other offer and are NOT accepted over bank holiday weekends. Please contact the park for further clarification.
365 PASS (Annual Pass):
Adult (16-59 Years) £33.00 Per Person
Senior (60+ Years) £22.00 Per Person
Child (3-15 years) £18.00 Per Person
Please Note. Tesco Reward Vouchers can only be used against standard admission prices (Adult £16.50,Senior £11.00, Child 3-15 £9.00) they cannot be used to purchase 365 tickets, Activity wristbands or in conjunction with any other offer. They are NOT accepted over bank holiday weekends. Please contact the park for further clarification.
Disability Concession Prices:
Concessions are available for disabled visitors registered deaf or blind.
Adult (16-59 Years) £8.25 + 1 CARER (£8.25 ADULT/£5.50 SENIOR)
Senior (60+ Years) £5.50 + 1 CARER (£8.25 ADULT/£5.50 SENIOR)
Child (3-15 years) £4.50 + 1 CARER (£8.25 ADULT/£5.50 SENIOR)
Group Discounts
For information on group price eligibility please consult our Group Info Web Page.
Bookings must be made in advance of the group trip date to ensure parking space & discount rate.
Public Transport Information
Bus - Stagecoach - X6 / 6
Public transport from Barrow-in-Furness, Ulverston, Dalton-in-Furness Train Station or even Kendal. The X6 & 6 both stop at our new entrance bus stop “Melton Top - Lindal-in-Furness” You’ll see a pedestrian path from the bus stop which takes you right to our park entrance. For return you will need “Bankers Corner - Dalton-in-Furness”. There are roughly 4 buses an hour. The full timetable is available HERE
Train - Northarn Rail
The nearest railway station is “Dalton-in-Furness (DLT)” A bus or Taxi can be taken right to our entrance from here or you can walk the short 25min walk shown here
Local Taxi Firms
Discounted rates with the following local taxi firms are avaliable. Ring to reserve a driver to meet you from the train and arrange to take you back when it’s time to go home after a great day out.
A1 Taxis - 01229 838383
Acacia Cars – 01229 434343
Bus - Stagecoach - X6 / 6
Public transport from Barrow-in-Furness, Ulverston, Dalton-in-Furness Train Station or even Kendal. The X6 & 6 both stop at our new entrance bus stop “Melton Top - Lindal-in-Furness” You’ll see a pedestrian path from the bus stop which takes you right to our park entrance. For return you will need “Bankers Corner - Dalton-in-Furness”. There are roughly 4 buses an hour. The full timetable is available HERE
Train - Northarn Rail
The nearest railway station is “Dalton-in-Furness (DLT)” A bus or Taxi can be taken right to our entrance from here or you can walk the short 25min walk shown here
Local Taxi Firms
Discounted rates with the following local taxi firms are avaliable. Ring to reserve a driver to meet you from the train and arrange to take you back when it’s time to go home after a great day out.
A1 Taxis - 01229 838383
Acacia Cars – 01229 434343
Directions
DIRECTIONS FOR GPS: Use Postcode LA12 0LU
Safari Zoo,
Melton Terrace,
Lindal-in-Furness,
Ulverston,
Cumbria,
LA12 0LU
Searching for South Lakes Safari Zoo / South Lakes Wild Animal Park may take you past our new entrance road. If your GPS doesn’t locate Melton Terrace please try our staff only entrance address taking note of the instructions beneath to turn off at the correct junction.
Safari Zoo - Staff Entrance, Dalton-in-Furness, LA15 8JR
Coming from the M6, Follow the brown zoo signs along the A590 & turn at the sign for Marton. Do not continue into Dalton-in-Furness.
Safari Zoo Facebook
NEW VACANCY! We are looking to recruit Animal Carer(s). Take a look and apply either through the link below or send your CV and covering letter to office@safarizoo.co.uk with the subject title Animal Carer Vacancy. Animal Carer Vacancy The Role The role will include the daily husbandry (maintaining high standards of cleanliness in animal enclosures, public viewing areas and out of view facilities as well as the preparation and distribution of food to the animals following prescribed diets) To deliver regular public engagement activities, including keeper talks as required Detailed record keeping Research Training of volunteers, apprentices and other visitors Have a basic understanding of DIY Be able to keep calm in stressful situations, and be able to handle and manage animals during certain procedures. In house training will be given at a high standard. The Candidate It is desired that applicants have recognised relevant qualifications and proven experience in the successful husbandry of a variety of mammal species (in other zoos, museums, universities, private collections, etc.); Good written and verbal communication skills and considerable interpersonal skills are essential as the position involves interaction The successful applicant will be a strong team player able to maintain a high work rate, high levels of cleanliness and an organised work environment. Basic CRB is compulsory, Enchanced CRB would be beneficial. Full Time - Fixed pattern rota You will be required to work weekends and bank holidays
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Photo Galleries
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Safari Zoo Chat
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What’s On
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Job Vacancies
Trading Post Facebook
Trading Post shared Safari Zoo's photo.
Heading out of town today? Then why not visit our Trading Post coffee shop for an early or late lunch. We have meals ranging from Chicken Korma to traditional Fish and Chips we even have a range of cakes for afters! Visiting us is free!! We are open from 10am - 4:30pm everyday at Safari Zoo - LA12 0LU
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Product Galleries
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What’s on
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Job Vacancies
Zoo Online Shop
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Animal Adoptions
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Family Animal Encounters
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Keeper For The Day
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Seasonal Events
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Gift Tickets
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Souvenirs
Trading Post Online Shop
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Seasonal Events
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Handmade Wooden Carvings
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Handmade Kites
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Cuddly Toys
Daily Events
Feeding Wristband Prices
£6 Wristband Includes Per Person
- Participation in one of our daily Giraffe Feedings
- Reindeer Feeding
- Camel Feeding
(All activities subject to availability & are only valid for the wearer of the wristband)
*Terms & Conditions: Purchased Winter wristbands are only valid for the wearer and are non transferable. All activities subject to availability. This offer cannot be used in conjunction with any other promotion. Please Note. Tesco Reward Vouchers can only be used against the standard admission prices (Adult £16.50,Senior £11.00, Child 3-15 £9.00) they cannot be used to purchase 365 tickets, Activity wristbands or in conjunction with any other offer and are NOT accepted over bank holiday weekends. Please contact the park for further clarification.
Extra Feeding Prices
£1.50 Animal Feed Bag Per Bag
The bag mix can feed all the following animals.
• Kangaroos
• Wallabies
• Emus
• Peacocks
• Ducks
• Geese
• Swans
ONLY to be fed to the above animals in the Interactive Worldwide Safari zone.
Feeding our animals is entirely at your own risk, Safari Zoo accepts no responsibility for any injury or damage to any personal effect incurred whilst doing so. Caution this product may contain nuts.
Dont Miss
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Extensive New Giftshop
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Our 2 giant walk through aviaries.
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Maki Restaurant
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3 Ice cream/Refreshment Kiosk
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Coffee Shop
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Savanna’s Take Away - Grab a snack while your children use the adventure playground.
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Outdoor and covered picnic areas opposite the Adventure Playground. It is recommended food isn’t taken past this point to prevent inconvenience entering interactive animal feeding areas. Visitors can exit to the car park at any time to collect/drop off any picnic items for convenience. We ask you not to feed any of our animals any of your food, offenders will be asked to leave the park.
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Baby change facilities across the park.
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Convenient quick to reach toilets in multiple animal zones.
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Adventure playground (Max age 15 years)
Contact Details
Visitor Information
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Free Parking.
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Disabled Parking.
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The park is wheelchair accessible. Some newly added additional pathways to features are currently gravel based, if this is of concern there are alternative tarmaced routes to their destinations. Please ask a member of staff for route advice if there is any concern. Note. The bottom entrance to the Rhino house does contain a small set of stairs, The top Rhino house entrance is wheelchair friendly.
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Unfortunately we do not have facilities available for wheelchair or mobility scooter hire.
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No Smoking/E-Cigarettes in the park.
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No Dogs allowed in the park. Crossgates Kennels is available just 4 min drive from Safari Zoo. 01229 463435
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No unattended children in the park. (Proof of age may be asked for younger visitors)
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Please use the recycling points around the park for the safety of our animals.
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Visitors must follow the interactive feeding safety advice signage. Full H & S Rules.