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" Plan in advance and prepay. The experience can be pricey for a family but with far advance planning it can be more manageable. Worth it. "

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" In the summer it might get pretty hot… I’d bring water. Steps provided to get in/out. "

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" Tuck the clothes you are going to wear the next morning under the blankets. They will be nice and warm in the morning. Trust me on this! "

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" We felt that Cabin #18 was the best one to get. #19 and #20 are in the same area and are also very good "

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Go on an African Safari in the heart of California’s Wine Country @ Safari West Wildlife Preserve

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You don’t have to travel all the way to Africa to go on an an exciting Safari adventure. Safari West – a stunning wildlife preserve – is nestled on 400 acres in the heart of California’s Sonoma Wine Country.  The stunning wildlife preserve is home to over 400 exotic African mammals. We saw more giraffes here than we’ve ever seen in one place before. And bird-watchers will love seeing so many birds from around the world.

Bring out the kid in you and get an up-close view of these magnificent creatures in the natural habitat and see for yourself what makes Safari West one of the Santa Rosa’s most popular attractions. Visited by over 60,000 people every year, the wildlife preserve is fun for kids and big kids too. During your visit, expect to see everything from zebras, cheetahs, giraffes, lemurs, antelopes, white rhinos and monkeys, to desert turtles, flamingos, swans, macaws… and a whole lot more!

Note: The animals may touch you but you are not allowed to touch them. Expect to see over 90 species of animals and up to 900 individual animals on the tour.

Open-air safari jeeps have covered tops and open sides. Everyone gets a great view of the animals. Our jeep had three rows of bench seating and a raised area on top that seated up to four people. During the tour, our guide rotated the group so that anyone who wanted to sit on the top could get a chance to do so. There are seat belts on the top seating bench only. Tours can be quite bumpy as they pass over miles rugged terrain in the beautiful wildlife preserve – there’s so much to see at every turn.

Private Safaris & Private Animal Encounters

A selection of Private Safaris are also available if you’re looking for a more personal touch. Private Safaris include your own vehicle and Safari West guide. Private Animal Encounters such as Behind-the-Scenes Tours are also available by advanced reservation only.

Glamping in a Luxury Safari Tent

Safari West makes a great day trip or an overnight “glamping” stay (glamorous camping) in a Luxury Safari Tent. Each tent features a private viewing deck, en-suite bathroom and hardwood floors. Fall asleep and wake up to the sounds of Safari wildlife. We really felt like we were in Africa! Overnight guests enjoy a complimentary continental breakfast.

Savannah Cafe

Enjoy a delicious lunch and/or dinner at the Savannah Cafe. We loved their BBQ dishes! It’s a fun place to have a beer or a glass of wine and meet other Safari West guests.

What To Bring

Wear comfortable, casual clothing. Bring layers. Don’t forget a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen and bottled water. Temperatures can be high during Summer months. Be sure to bring a pair of binoculars if you have one. Also, if you’re planning on staying overnight, bring a flashlight (it’s helpful in finding your way back to your tent at night). Our iPhones came in handy for taking pictures, videos and using the flashlight.

Directions & Reservations

It’s hard to believe that Safari West is only 75 miles north (about a 90-minute drive) from the bustling city of San Francisco. Be sure to call ahead to make your reservations. No pets are allowed.

Note: Peak season is April-August.

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  11. Safari West in California Wine Country

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    Please be sure to arrive at least 15 minutes before your safari is scheduled to begin! Please Note: Weekend rates apply for Holidays. These include - President's Day • Memorial Day • Spring Break (March 18 - April 19) • Labor Day • Columbus Day • Martin Luther King, Jr. Day • Thanksgiving Week • Christmas Eve - New Year's Day (closed Christmas Day)

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  18. Behind the Scenes and Wild Adventures

    For details and reservations, please contact Reservations: (707) 566-3623. [email protected]. Come behind the scenes to see our cheetahs and meet a few other animals along the way. Pricing:$275 for two guests (adults only) at 10 AM. The experience lasts 45-60 minutes and may vary depending on cheetah and keeper concerns.

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  20. Spend the Night

    One night's stay in a Double or Hillside King luxurious Safari tent. A Classic Safari Tour of the Safari West collection. Dinner for two at the Savannah Café includes a select bottle of Sonoma County wine for your enjoyment. Pricing Details. To book, please call or email Reservations: (707) 566-3667 (800) 616-2695 [email protected]

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    To book, please call Reservations: (707) 566-3667. (800) 616-2695. [email protected]. The Private Photography Safari Workshopis focused on getting you in the right position to capture unique images of our African animal and exotic bird collections.

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    Safari West is the vision of Peter Lang. Peter was raised around exotic wildlife, thanks to his film and television director father Otto Lang, whose credits include "Daktari," "Flipper" and "Sea Hunt," among others. Peter is an accomplished wood sculptor and woodworker and has sculpted out of wood realistic replicas of skulls and ...