KAUFMAN ATTRACTION FIELD GUIDE
Drive 900 acres of free‑roaming wildlife — then stroll a 10‑acre village of giraffes, birds and hands‑on encounters
Full‑day admission to Texas Zoofari Park in Kaufman combines a 6‑mile, drive‑thru safari with a walk‑thru village and optional feeding experiences — this guide explains what to expect and how to plan.
Drive 900 acres of free‑roaming wildlife — then stroll a 10‑acre village of giraffes, birds and hands‑on encounters.
At Texas Zoofari Park you trade fences for open terrain: a 900‑acre free‑roaming habitat where hundreds of animals wander beside six miles of safari road, followed by a 10‑acre walk‑thru village with aviary, giraffe platform and petting areas. The admission covers the safari drive and the village for the full day, with optional feeding and guided experiences available to add on.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
A six‑mile drive through 900 acres of free‑roaming habitat
The core attraction is a 6‑mile safari loop across 900 acres of open habitat. With hundreds of animals on the range, the drive‑thru portion alone typically takes about two hours to complete if you travel the full route.
A 10‑acre village for up‑close viewing and hands‑on moments
After the drive, the village walk‑thru lets you leave your vehicle to visit a free‑flight aviary, giraffe exhibit, petting zoo and gift shop — a compact area designed for closer animal interactions and a change of pace from the safari road.
Feeding options and guided wagon tours on weekends
Add feeding buckets, budgie feeding sticks or giraffe feed to personalize your visit; on Saturdays and Sundays the Zoofari Wagon Ride offers a guided tour with staff commentary and hands‑on feeding opportunities.
What the day feels like
What it feels like
The day is a two‑part rhythm: a slow, vehicle‑bound safari where animals will approach your window on the open range, followed by a walk through a curated village where flights, long‑necked giraffes and smaller domestics invite closer interaction. Your paid admission covers both areas for the entire day, so you can pace the drive and revisit the village as you choose.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this visit suits — and who should prepare.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Admission is full‑day; the drive‑thru portion typically requires about two hours to complete. Be sure to check seasonal hours before you go.
Bring your confirmation email (on a smartphone or printed) and a valid ID to present with your tickets.
Feeding options such as feeding buckets, budgie bird feeding sticks and giraffe feed are available to add to your admission; wagon rides and guided feedings run on weekends.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long does it take to do the safari drive?
Driving the entire safari drive‑thru, which covers six miles across 900 acres, takes about two hours.
Does my admission cover both the drive‑thru and the walk‑thru village?
Yes — paid admission grants access to both the Safari Drive‑Thru and the Walk‑thru area for the entire day.
Can I feed the animals?
Yes — feeding options are available to add to admission, including feeding buckets, budgie bird feeding sticks and giraffe feeding.
Are guided tours or wagon rides available?
The Zoofari Wagon Ride and guided feeding tours operate on Saturday and Sunday and include staff commentary and feeding opportunities.
Are there vehicle restrictions for the drive‑thru?
All vehicles must have enclosed tops and solid side doors; vehicle doors must remain closed in the drive‑thru. Minivan sliding doors and hatches may not be opened, softshell/fabric Jeep doors are not permitted, and riding in the bed of a truck is not allowed.
What should I bring to the park?
Bring your confirmation email (either on a smartphone or printed) and a valid ID to present with tickets.