Our 5 mile safari drive is the longest in the UK, and home to everything from our cheeky baboons to our magnificent lion pride. The drive takes about an hour to complete and the best bit is …. you can go around as many times as you want!
What is the best time to go to Knowsley Safari Park?
around 10 am
What is the best time to go to Knowsley Safari Park? What is this? The best time is around 10 am during the summer weekends when the schools are out. Or, go when the kids are in school!
Do you walk around Knowsley Safari Park?
Enjoy our incredible 5-mile Safari Drive and slow things down by walking around the Foot Safari with a standard Knowsley Safari ticket. Animal shows and displays are also included with standard tickets and you can add extras like the Baboon Bus, sticker books and amusement wristbands at the checkout.
How long does the safari tour take?
over a year ago. It lasted about 2 hrs and 40 min. You can also call them and book your tour ahead for larger groups. You need to allow extra driving time when you exit 70.
Will my car get damaged at Knowsley Safari Park?
Worried about car damage at Knowsley Safari? We don’t blame you, our baboons love to get up to mischief. If you stick to the rules of the safari drive, our animals are highly unlikely to cause any significant damage as they are so used to cars in the safari.
Do the animals come out in the rain at Knowsley?
Our answer is always yes. The animals have access to the safari drive or their shelters and you can still see them even in the rain. Occasionally we can have excessive rainfall that can cause flooding of some paths.
Can you take your own food to Knowsley Safari Park?
Yes lots of picnic areas. Bring a picnic mat if you want to have lunch on the grass areas.
What should I pack for safari park?
Make sure you come prepared with:
- Face mask for everyone ages 2 and older.
- Sunscreen (any time of the year)
- A hat.
- Sunglasses.
- Reusable water bottle.
- Comfortable walking shoes.
- Snacks (you may bring food into the park)
Do you need a car to go around Knowsley Safari Park?
Do I need a car to get to Knowsley Safari? Absolutely not! We know that not everyone drives so we’ve made sure that it’s accessible for all. There are great transport links nearby so it’s easy to visit Knowsley Safari from Liverpool and beyond.
Can I go safari park without a car?
Yes, you can, but you will need to be in a vehicle to travel around the Safari Drive-through. If you don’t have your own car, you can book onto a Guided Minibus Tour. Seats are an extra £7.00 per person and you can book seats online in advance when booking admission tickets.
How much time should you spend in safari?
For a well-rounded and rewarding safari experience, the ideal number of days for a safari getaway is anywhere between 7 – 15 days. While this is a great benchmark for safari-goers, it varies from one traveler to the next depending on their travel requirements.
How long do people spend at Safari Park?
I would plan to spend at least one full day. Be prepared for lots of walking as the size of this facility surprised us. It covers almost 3 square miles, 1800 acres of exhibits, and, 3500 animals. If you attend some of the special presentations, too, a day will go by quickly.
How long do you spend in safari park?
The Road Safari can take around 60-90 minutes to complete and then you can enjoy the Foot Safari at your leisure. Our visitor research surveys show that most visitors will spend around 3-5 hours at the park in total.
Has an animal ever escaped from Knowsley Safari Park?
The animal was forced out of his enclosure yesterday by aggressive males as he tried to protect his mate. Staff at Knowsley Safari Park, Merseyside, tracked him for two hours before he got past the perimeter fence and was killed due to safety rules.
Is there toilets at Knowsley Safari Park?
There are two unisex accessible toilets in the courtyard close to the shop and restaurant. We also have a separate baby changing room and another two disabled toilets beside the car park, towards the entrance of the Safari Drive. There are baby changing facilities available in all WCs on site.
Can monkeys scratch your car?
The monkeys will tend to hitch a ride on your car but very rarely do they cause damage.
What happens if it rains on safari?
Some safari destination, have provisions for rain shelters when it rains so even if it rains you will not stop the safari it will just be delayed for some mins or hours.
Do you have to drive through the monkeys at Knowsley Safari Park?
If you don’t have a car or are worried about damage, you can climb aboard the Baboon Bus or take the car-friendly route.
What time is the sea lion show at Knowsley Safari Park?
12:00pm | 1:30pm | 3:00pm Our daily sea lion display is one of our most popular attractions and is perfect for families with children of all ages. Not only is the display fantastic to watch, it’s also educational!
Can you take snacks to Safari Park?
Large food storage containers such as coolers are not permitted on grounds and no facilities are available for food storage. Can I bring food into the parks? Yes!
Can you pay on the gate at Knowsley Safari Park?
Can I pay at the gate? No, we’re sorry to protect visitors and staff we’ll only be accepting online bookings. You can purchase your tickets and book your entry time slot clicking the “buy tickets” button below.