Animal Adventure Park
Harpursville, United States
About Animal Adventure Park
Animal Adventure Park is a zoological facility located in Harpursville, New York, offering both a traditional walk-through zoo and a drive-thru safari experience. The park spans 20 acres for the walk-through zoo, featuring over 100 species of animals, and an additional 100-acre drive-thru safari called The Preserve, where visitors can observe hundreds of animals representing 30 species from the comfort of their vehicles.
The park is known for its interactive and educational approach, allowing guests to get up-close and hands-on with a wide variety of animals, including giraffes, rhinos, sloths, and capybaras. Animal Adventure Park is accredited by the Zoological Association of America (ZAA) and participates in the Species Survival Plan overseen by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums.
Visitors can also enjoy special animal encounters, behind-the-scenes experiences, and an indoor zoo during the winter months.
health and well-being.
It includes giving animals proper food, clean living spaces, medical care, and treating them with respect.
These standards help make sure animals live safe, healthy, and stress-free lives.
Visitors to Animal Adventure Park can park on-site at the facility. Parking is generally free of charge, making it convenient for families and groups arriving by car. It is recommended to arrive early during peak times to secure a spot close to the entrance, as the lot can fill up quickly on busy days.
- Reservations are required for the indoor zoo experience, especially during the winter months.
- Animal encounters such as capybara, sloth, rhino, and giraffe experiences must be booked in advance.
- The park offers an online store where visitors can purchase memberships, animal adoptions, gift certificates, and merchandise.
- General admission is available upon arrival for both the walk-through zoo and the drive-thru safari, but last entry times are strictly enforced (4 pm for the zoo, 3 pm for the safari).
- The park is enjoyable for all ages and offers both indoor and outdoor experiences, so dress appropriately for the weather and activities.
- The walk-through zoo covers 20 acres and features over 100 species of animals.
- The Preserve Safari drive-thru spans more than 100 acres and is home to hundreds of animals representing 30 species.
- Animal Adventure Park earned accreditation from the Zoological Association of America (ZAA) in December 2021 after a rigorous application and inspection process.
- The park participates in the Species Survival Plan for several species, including African Penguin, African Lion, Cheetah, Southern White Rhino, Lar Gibbon, and Ruffed Lemur.
- Animal Adventure Park & Preserve received the 2025 ZAA Award for Long Term Commitment & Significant Propagation of a Species: African Lion.