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Butterfly Jungle

Separate ticket purchase required

Immerse yourself in the vibrant world of pollinators, as you explore the Safari Park's Butterfly Jungle. Once a year, this aviary transforms into a world of color. As hundreds of butterflies fly around guests and explore the colorful foliage and flowers in their habitat, you'll capture amazing photos—and experience wonder while discovering the important role butterflies play in nature.

 

There are multiple options for guests who want to experience Butterfly Jungle—including a 20-minute Butterfly Jungle Safari or a Roar & Snore Safari: All Ages—Butterfly Jungle All Access overnight sleepover. A separate safari ticket purchase is required for each of these special experiences; see details below. Additionally, all visitors ages 3 and up require a valid Safari Park admission ticket or membership.

 

Learn more about butterflies with this field guide.

 

For more information, see Butterfly Jungle FAQ at the bottom of this page.

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Butterfly Jungle Safari

  • All ages
  • $15 per person, age 1 & up
  • Daily, March 16 through May 12, 2024
  • Hidden Jungle

Become immersed in the vibrant world of pollinators as you explore the Safari Park's Butterfly Jungle. Once a year, this aviary transforms into a world of color. As butterflies fly around you, capture amazing photos—and experience wonder while discovering the important role butterflies play in nature.

This 20-minute experience includes enrichment to offer the butterflies while you explore the habitat. Guides and wildlife care staff will be available inside the Hidden Jungle aviary to enhance guests' experience throughout their visit. A separate admission ticket or membership is required for Safari Park entry.

Learn more about butterflies with this field guide. 

Due to fire safety codes, we are limited to five carried infants (under the age of one) through the Butterfly Jungle experience at the same time. To ensure a spot for everyone in your party, please reserve and purchase a space for everyone, including infants under the age of one. Groups with infants under the age of one without a purchased ticket may be rescheduled to another time slot upon arrival.

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Roar & Snore Safari: All Ages—Butterfly Jungle All Access

  • All ages
  • $175 and up/per person
  • Selected dates

Spend the night at the Safari Park with your family! Campers of all ages are invited to enjoy a relaxing evening at camp, self-guided visits to animal areas, an animal ambassador visit, and socially distanced camp activities. Your Roar & Snore Safari begins with exclusive access to Butterfly Jungle! Each guest will receive an enrichment feeding tool to attract the butterflies. A single group photo per tent is included.

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Butterfly Jungle FAQ

When is Butterfly Jungle at the Safari Park?
Spring Safari featuring Butterfly Jungle at the Safari Park takes place from March 16 through May 12, 2024.

What are the hours for Butterfly Jungle?
The Butterfly Jungle habitat is open daily from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., between March 16 and May 12, 2024.  

Is Butterfly Jungle included with Safari Park admission and/or membership?
Butterfly Jungle tickets are purchased separately from and are not included with Safari Park admission and/or membership. All Butterfly Jungle visitors, including members, ages 1 and up, must purchase a ticket for Butterfly Jungle Safari, or other safari experiences that include access to Butterfly Jungle. Safari Park admission is separate and required.

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