If you’ve ever wanted to go on an African Safari but can’t afford a trip to Africa itself, Lake Geneva offers its own version of one of these exciting escapades. The best part? You can drive your own car through Wisconsin’s makeshift safari!
As you drive the curated path, you’ll find a bunch of animals that come from around the world. The most iconic animal—our beautiful giraffes—are a highlight of the trip. Don’t feed the animals!!
Address: W1612 Litchfield Rd, Lake Geneva, WI
Contact: 262-582-2094
Hours
May - October
9:30AM - 5:00PM
Admission:
Adults: $20.95 a person
Children (3-15): $13.95 a person
Infants are FREE
Animal List
Addax
Alpaca
Arabian Camel
Bactrian Camel
Brahman Cattle
Emu
Indian Runner Duck
Llama
Mini Donkey
Ostrich
Plains Bison
Zebra
Giraffe
Oryx
Water Buffalo
Yak
FAQs
Is the park dog-friendly?
While service dogs are allowed in your car so long as you leave your windows up, dogs that love to bark are not permitted on the drive.
How long is the adventure?
While the path itself will take you around an hour to explore, you can drive around for as long as you want. The average guest stays here for 1.5 - 2 hours, so hang out for a while!
Are there vehicle restrictions?
No motorcycles, vehicles with an undercarriage lower than a standard Sedan, open-top convertibles, minivans with open doors. Windows and sunroofs can be open. No sitting in the open bed of a truck.
You can see animals all you want, but what’s better than that? Petting them yourself! Animal Gardens is located on the western side of Geneva Lake, and offers a myriad of wildlife experiences for all ages.
The petting zoo will allow you and your children to meet and greet several animals they normally would never have the chance to see! There are also some domesticated animals that live throughout America, like raccoons, skunks, and more. Check out their Facebook for some adorable photos of these adorable critters.
Address: 5065 WI-50, Delavan, WI
Contact: 262-728-8200
Hours: 10AM - 5PM (Closed on Mondays
Admission:
General Admission (petting zoo only): $10
Zoo Experience: $20
- Petting Zoo, Animal Feeding Cone, Train Ride
Show Experience: $40
- Petting Zoo
- The Dancing Horses Show
Ultimate Experience: $45
- Petting Zoo
- The Dancing Horses Show
- Backstage Tour
- Pony Rides
- Feed for Animals
Animal List
Patagonia Cavy
Capybara
Skunk
Raccoon
Pygmy Goats
Siberian Lynx
Coatis
Capuchin Monkey
Kangaroo
…and so much more!
Aside from the petting zoo and pony rides, you’ll have the chance to see horses and their guides perform to music. This incredible show displays a vast array of skills from the riders (and their performing steeds), and helps people feel more connected with the animals around them.
If you buy the Ultimate Experience package, not only will you get seats to watch the show, but you’ll also get a backstage tour to meet some of the performers and see how they make the show so entertaining!
When you stay at the French Country Inn, we always hope that you’ll have a great time with the attractions nearby. These are two places we highly recommend our guests experience, since they both offer something you won’t find in many other places.
