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San Antonio Wildlife Ranch Safari Drive-Thru 1 hr

TourTruth score 7.4 out of 10

AverageTop 26% in San Antonio

6 reviews · Rated on 1 provider · How we score

  • San Antonio
  • Updated November 4, 2026

Drive a six-mile Hill Country safari, spot more than 40 species, and explore the Walk-A-Bout area at your own pace.

About this tour

Take a Texas safari through the rolling Hill Country at Natural Bridge Wildlife Ranch, where free-roaming animals may wander right up to your vehicle. This self-guided San Antonio Wildlife Ranch Safari Drive-Thru covers a six-mile route across more than 500 acres, with over 40 species to spot, including giraffes, zebras, ostriches, antelope, and emus.

Set your own pace as you watch the animals roam, pause for photos, and make another loop if you like. The drive generally takes 1–2 hours, and your ticket is valid for the day with unlimited drive-through loops. Keep your windows up and stay inside a closed vehicle throughout the route; animal feed is available to purchase.

After the drive, stretch your legs in the Walk-A-Bout area for closer encounters with smaller animals. You can also take a break at the Safari Camp Grill or picnic beneath shady oak trees. Make time for a relaxed wildlife outing and discover a different side of San Antonio at Natural Bridge Wildlife Ranch.

Highlights

  • Watch giraffes, zebras, and ostriches roam near your vehicle
  • Spot more than 40 species across the ranch
  • Explore the safari route at your own pace and repeat the drive
  • Meet animals up close in the Walk-A-Bout area
  • Pause for lunch at the Safari Camp Grill or picnic beneath oak trees

What's included

Included

  • Entry ticket to Wildlife Ranch
  • Access to Safari Drive-Thru
  • Access to Walk-A-Bout area

Not included

  • Animal feed, available for purchase
  • Food and drinks

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Important information

  • Drive-through visits generally take 1–2 hours
  • Tickets are valid for one day and allow unlimited drive-through loops
  • Closed vehicles are required during the drive-through; riding in pickup beds and driving with van doors open are not permitted
  • Children ages 3–11 must be accompanied by an adult in the Aviary Adventure
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  • Barbecuing is not permitted; picnic areas are available first-come, first-served
  • The ranch remains open in rain or shine, but animal sightings may vary with weather
  • Main entrance: 26515 Natural Bridge Caverns Rd, San Antonio, TX 78266
  • Animal feed is available for purchase

Frequently asked questions

How long does the Safari drive-through take?

The drive-through generally takes 1–2 hours, and you can repeat the route during your one-day visit.

Can I drive the route more than once?

Yes. Your ticket allows unlimited drive-through loops during your visit.

Can I feed the animals?

Animal feed is available for purchase.

Can I ride in the back of a pickup or keep van doors open?

No. Visitors must remain in closed vehicles during the drive-through.

Is the Ranch open in bad weather?

The ranch remains open rain or shine, though animal sightings may vary with the weather.

How this score is calculated

This score is based on one provider. GetYourGuide rates it 5.00 from 6 reviews. We place that rating among all GetYourGuide ratings and weight it by its review count. If the tour is found on another provider later, both ratings are combined.

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  • The result is shown from 0 to 10: this tour scores 7.4. Top 26% in San Antonio means it ranks in the top 26% of tours in San Antonio by this score.

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