safari park bedford

Woburn Safari Park

Top ways to experience nearby attractions

Most Recent: Reviews ordered by most recent publish date in descending order.

Detailed Reviews: Reviews ordered by recency and descriptiveness of user-identified themes such as wait time, length of visit, general tips, and location information.

Woburn Safari Park - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go (2024)

• Sun - Sat 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
• (0.34 mi) The Firs Guest House
• (2.28 mi) Havisham House
• (3.49 mi) South Lodge
• (4.55 mi) The White House B&B
• (7.46 mi) Premier Inn Milton Keynes Central (Xscape) hotel
• (0.39 mi) Rose & Crown
• (0.34 mi) The Firs cafe & Guest House
• (1.15 mi) Ridgmont Station Tea Room and Heritage Centre
• (0.79 mi) The White Horse
• (2.74 mi) Ottoman Kitchen
• (5.96 mi) Alders Air Gun Range
• (4.84 mi) Big Rock Hub
• (4.84 mi) Climb Quest
• (6.53 mi) Blackout Escape Rooms
• (5.76 mi) Formula Fast Karting

Go on an exotic adventure at Woburn Safari Park

Woburn, bedfordshire.

Explore the habitats of lions, zebras, giraffes and much more at this family-friendly, conservation-focused safari park.

Featuring both a road safari and a foot safari, Woburn Safari Park is both a family-friendly attraction and a vital animal conservation resource. Most of the animals found within the park are classified as endangered species, making Woburn an essential part of their continued survival.

Get up close and personal with African lions and zebras from the safety of your own car in the road safari, before parking up and exploring penguin habitats and insect biomes. Kids will also enjoy the various leisure attractions on site, including indoor and outdoor play areas and a boating lake.

Woburn Safari Park is open all year round and discounts are available on family tickets. Both the road and foot safari sections are included in the cost of one ticket - be sure to book in advance!

The Road Safari will be reopening from 15 June - check the website below for ticket information and details.

• Find out more about Woburn Safari Park
• Find more family attractions in Bedfordshire

Refine your search:

You may be interested in...

Test your metal at Twinwoods Adventure

Bodyflight is Europe's most exciting adventure centre, featuring Indoor Skydiving, Surfing, Climbing, Racing and a simulated BASE jump.

Location: Bedford, Bedfordshire

Master the Greensand Ridge Walk

Follows a ridge of greensand through on a green path through Bedfordshire, Buckinghamshire and Cambridgeshire.

Location: Leighton Buzzard, Bedfordshire

Go glamping at Lookout Lodge inside ZSL Whipsnade Zoo

Enjoy the ultimate overnight experience and camp next door to the animals of ZSL Whipsnade Zoo.

Location: Dunstable, Bedfordshire

Discover Woburn Abbey

The home of the Dukes of Bedford for nearly 400 years.

Location: Woburn, Bedfordshire

We've something we want to share

Want to receive travel tips and ideas by email?

VisitEngland would like to invite you to take part in a short survey about our website, it should take no more than a couple of minutes.

Go to the survey

To add items to favourites …

… you need to be logged in.

If you already have an account, log in.

Or register a new account

Access your account

• Accessibility Choose text size:  Standard  Bigger (125%)  Biggest (150%) Choose a theme:  Default style  High contrast  Cream  Blue  Apply settings  Reset settings
• Currently the language of this page is English Language EN   Language options

Woburn Safari Park

Woburn Safari Park is a drive through wildlife park nestled in over 300 acres of beautiful Bedfordshire parkland. 

Start planning your safari drive visit to Woburn Safari Park!

From the safari park's  opening times  to information on  booking safari day tickets , how to  find Woburn Safari Park , and details on what to see during your day visit, check out the options below to plan your next safari adventure!

Have you still got questions about visiting Woburn Safari Park?  Check out our FAQ

Disabled Concessionary Admission

Tickets are available for one disabled individual plus one carer and are only available to buy online in advance.  Proof of disability is required in the form of a DLA, DWP or PIP letter, blue badge, or an original letter from a registered care home, nursing home or hospice. If a second carer is required (your documentation should support this) an additional ticket can be purchased at the gate.

For all ticket prices please  click here .

Please do not ask staff to make a judgement by any other means, this is unfair to staff and they will politely refuse to make any discrimination or judgement without official documentation. 

If you wish to discuss your upcoming trip or your form of identification, please contact us on 01525 290407. Special requests can not always be met, when made on the same day of your visit.

Woburn Safari Park has done everything possible to ensure we offer a fully accessible park to people with disabilities and wheelchair users. We look forward to making your day as enjoyable as possible.

Road Safari

Transport around the animal reserves is in your own car/minibus/coach. All vehicles take the same route and the drive takes approximately one hour. You can repeat the Road Safari route through the reserves as many times as you like during your visit.

Click here  for more information can be found on Central Bedfordshire Council's website.

Click here  for more information about vehicle accessibility at Woburn Safari Park. 

Disabled Parking

There are 19 parking bays for blue badge holders in the main Leisure Area car park.

Disabled Toilets

These are located at the main entrance to the park, in the Safari Restaurant, and in the courtyard block by Junglies gift shop.

A radar key system is in place for the disabled toilets in the courtyard, please ask a member of staff in Junglies Gift Shop for the key, there will be a returnable £5 desposit for use. Or please feel free to use your own radar key, should you have one.

Changing facilities for larger children and adults are available in the first aid room, please ask staff in Junglies Gift Shop for a key and state your requirements. Unfortunately, there is no hoist equipment available for use.

Click here  for more information about this area of the park on Access Able - Central Bedfordshire Council's website.

Please approach any member of Woburn staff who will immediately contact one of the qualified first aiders on site.

Hearing Loops

Hearing loops are fitted at till points throughout the Safari Park.

Assistance Dogs

No pets or dogs are permitted into the Safari Park and kennel facilities are not provided. Assistance dogs are only allowed to enter very limited areas of the Safari Park and may not enter the Road Safari or any animal enclosures in the Foot Safari. 

Please read the below Assistance Dogs policy in full to plan your visit accordingly.  Click here  for more details of the Assistance Dogs policy. 

If you have any questions regarding accessibility in relation to an upcoming trip you're planning, please contact us on 01525 290407. 

Who to contact

Where to go, time / date details, other details, get directions to mk43 0tu using google maps.

Bedford Tourism Office

• News & Special Offers
• Active Attractions
• Events 2012
• Sport Venues and Clubs
• Adrenalin Junkies
• Cultural Quarter
• Museums and Galleries
• Manor House Gardens
• Moggerhanger Park
• Shuttleworth
• Responsible Tourism
• River Great Ouse
• Tourist Information & Bedford Central Box Office
• About Bedford

Where to Eat

Getting here, where to stay.

• Creative Bedfordshire
• Invest in Bedford

Get the latest guides and information from the Bedford area.

Things to Do

Woburn abbey and safari park.

Woburn Abbey & Deer Park

Set in a beautiful 3,000 acre deer park, with 10 species of deer roaming free, Woburn Abbey has been the home of the Russell family for nearly 400 years. Today it is occupied by the 15th Duke and his family.

The Abbey lies at the heart of the Woburn Estate, a special place full of history, ancient tales and beautiful objects. You can explore Woburn Abbey, its grounds and deer park and discover for yourself what makes the Abbey one of Britain's most treasured houses.

Woburn Safari Park

The Safari Reserves, with their wide open spaces, provide the perfect habitat for the park’s animals to roam freely and behave naturally. They also offer you the opportunity to get an unparalleled close-up look at the world’s most magnificent creatures.

The excitement continues in our 40 acre leisure area - with more animals to see; more adventures to be had. Hold on to your visitor guide and map as it gives the times for our lively programme of animal demonstrations and keeper talks. This is the perfect opportunity to meet the animals and talk with the staff who care for them. Woburn Village

Woburn has been described in guidebooks as "A Georgian town of village proportions". A village noted for its fine architecture, individual shops, tea rooms, restaurants and the countryside & parkland that surrounds it.

Over its many years, Woburn has maintained its character and charm. Today more than 200 listed buildings can be found within its boundaries, many of them on the main thoroughfare.

Although steeped in history, the village is also a centre of modern life, with a wide range of interesting shops and restaurants for you to visit.

Other Guides...

• Bed and Breakfasts
• Self Catering

What's On Guide

© bedford tourism office 2013.

• Privacy Policy |
• Disclaimer |
• Accommodation |
• Eating Out |
• Things To Do |
• Transport |
• What's On |

evolving media

Virginia's Only Drive-Thru Safari

Virginia safari park is home to king cheetah, africa's rarest cat, fun for the entire family, experience unique animal encounters, explore our 180-acre safari drive-thru, stroll through our 10-acre village walk-thru, the virginia safari park is open for the 2024 season. plan your visit, attractions.

You can interact with our animals safely from your vehicle while exploring our drive-thru safari, on foot walking through our village walk-thru, or up close during a special, behind-the-scenes encounter with sloths, rhinos, or penguins.

Safari Drive-Thru

Village Walk-Thru

Animal Feeding

Animal Encounters

Important information.

The VIRGINIA SAFARI PARK, a 180-acre drive-through zoo located in Natural Bridge, VA, is NOT associated with the Natural Bridge Zoo, which is also located in Natural Bridge.

Unfortunately, with the recent legal issues and press coverage surrounding the Natural Bridge Zoo we have found it necessary to post this clarification. We have been contacted by many sources that have inadvertently confused the two zoos.

Our official website is www.virginiasafaripark.com. Please beware of copycat imitations. Again, the VIRGINIA SAFARI PARK is NOT associated with the Natural Bridge Zoo and never has been.

Thank you for your understanding.

Events & news, featured animals.

Get to know our resident animals. We spotlight a few featured animals and teach you about their eating habits, their status in the wild and statistics, like their average weight, height and more.

Giant Anteater

King Cheetah

The Virginia Safari Park is hands down one of the best zoo experiences I’ve ever had!,”

Jahmelia B.

Buy tickets

Conservation

Our Mission

Virginia Safari Park is dedicated to wildlife conservation. We serve this mission by educating our visitors, caring for our resident animals and supporting organizations. Learn more

Our Zoofari Parks Conservation Grants program helps fund wildlife and habitat programs in the U.S. and abroad. Learn about the latest recipients and how to apply for a grant. Learn more

Follow Us on Instagram

Get up close and personal when you book a behind-the-scenes encounter!

THE 10 BEST Bedfordshire Parks & Nature Attractions

Nature & parks in bedfordshire.

• Nature & Wildlife Areas
• Playgrounds
• Bodies of Water
• Hiking Trails
• Biking Trails
• Ski & Snowboard Areas
• State Parks
• 5.0 of 5 bubbles
• 4.0 of 5 bubbles & up
• 3.0 of 5 bubbles & up
• Good for Kids
• Budget-friendly
• Good for Couples
• Good for Big Groups
• Hidden Gems
• Good for a Rainy Day
• Adventurous
• Good for Adrenaline Seekers
• Honeymoon spot
• Things to do ranked using Tripadvisor data including reviews, ratings, photos, and popularity.

1. Woburn Safari Park

2. Whipsnade Zoo

3. Dunstable Downs

4. The Shuttleworth Collection

5. Ascott House and Gardens

6. Shuttleworth Swiss Garden

7. Birds of Prey Centre

8. Grand Union Canal

9. Priory Country Park

10. Rushmere Country Park

11. Bedford Park

12. The Forest of Marston Vale - Forest Centre

13. Harrold-Odell Country Park

14. Kathy Brown's Garden

15. Parson's Close Recreation Ground

16. RSPB The Lodge Nature Reserve

17. Stockgrove Country Park

18. Ampthill Park

19. Whipsnade Tree Cathedral

20. Jungle Jim's Playland Ltd

21. Stockwood Park

22. Maverix Snow Ltd

23. The Barton Hills National Nature Reserve

24. Russell Park

25. Greensand Ridge Walk

26. Mowsbury Park

27. Houghton Hall Park

28. The Sharpenhoe Clappers

29. Wardown Park

30. The Walled Garden

What travellers are saying

• Bedford Park
• Priory Country Park
• Whipsnade Zoo
• Woburn Safari Park
• Dunstable Downs
• Birds of Prey Centre
• The Shuttleworth Collection
• Ascott House and Gardens
• Shuttleworth Swiss Garden
• RSPB The Lodge Nature Reserve
• Maverix Snow Ltd

• Help Center
• Plan Your Visit
• Places to Stay
• Youth Programs
• Student & Youth Groups
• Dining Programs
• Events & Catering
• Live Cameras
• Our Mission

Get ready for an experience you’ll always remember!

Want to get up close and personal with your favorite wildlife, sit back and relax, or tackle a challenging adventure? Choose your safari!

Butterfly Jungle Safari

• $15 per person

Visit Butterfly Jungle in an all new way! Learn about the butterfly life cycle on your way into the Hidden Jungle aviary, then become immersed in the wonder of colorful, fluttering butterflies.

Wildlife Safari

• Ages 3 & up
• $92 & up per person

Travel in the back of a covered, open-air safari truck into our expansive savanna habitats, with an expert guide.  

Behind-the-Scenes Safari

These Safaris are guaranteed to thrill and amaze! Your guide will escort you to a variety of locations around the Park to see animals up close and share stories of wildlife care and conservation.  

Cart Safaris

• $60 & up per person

Sit back in the comfort of a Safari cart, as you enjoy a 60-minute guided tour of the Park’s spacious African or Asian savanna habitats, led by one of our knowledgeable guides. 

Sun Up Cheetah Safari

• $90 & up per person

Come join us at the Safari Park to see what happens before we open our gates to visitors, including watching a cheetah run at top speed!  

Ultimate Safari

• $710 & up per person

Enjoy a custom safari experience of a lifetime! The Ultimate Safari is your key to exclusive areas, wildlife interactions, and the very best in personalized service.

Roar & Snore Safaris

• $160 & up per person

Pack up your “trunk” for a sleepover adventure at the Safari Park! Choose from several age-appropriate sleepover categories with their own themes.  

Flightline Safari

• Ages 8 & up
• $81 & up per person

Soar as high as 130 feet above the ground, with a spectacular bird’s-eye view of rhinos, giraffes, and other wildlife in the savanna habitats below you.

Save the Chubby Unicorns

Gorilla Shadow

PREFERRED HOTELS

Come Travel with Us!

Travel with us to see Monarchs

Picture Your Special Day at the Park!