About Tanganyika Wildlife Park

Educational, interactive animal preserve. Family-friendly destination where parkgoers have up-close, hands-on interaction with the animals.

💬 What Parents Say

  • 💡Prioritize animal encounter experiences (lemur feeding, giraffe feeding, hippo feeding, swimming with penguins) as these are signature offerings that differentiate Tanganyika from traditional zoos. Multiple reviews highlight these hands-on interactions as the most memorable and worthwhile aspects of the visit.
  • 💡Plan for a multi-day visit if possible. Reviews from Ultimate Weekend package guests emphasize that 2-3 days allows you to fully experience the animal encounters, observation time, and conservation education without feeling rushed. A single day may not do the park justice.
  • 💡Budget accordingly and view the experience as premium pricing for all-inclusive activities. Reviews consistently note that while admission costs more than typical zoos, the package includes animal feedings, keeper encounters, meals (breakfast, lunch, unlimited snacks), and unique interactive experiences that justify the investment.
  • 💡Engage directly with the knowledgeable staff during animal encounters. Reviews highlight that keepers are exceptionally well-informed about conservation, breeding programs, and individual animal behaviors. Ask questions to deepen your understanding of the animals and Tanganyika's conservation mission.
  • 💡Don't overlook observation-based experiences alongside interactive ones. Reviews mention spending hours watching mandrills and observing animals in exhibits can be equally rewarding as direct feeding experiences. Allow unstructured time to simply watch and learn.

Hours

Monday9 AM–4 PM
Tuesday9 AM–4 PM
Wednesday9 AM–4 PM
Thursday9 AM–4 PM
Friday9 AM–4 PM
Saturday9 AM–4 PM
Sunday9 AM–4 PM

Tanganyika Wildlife Park

★★★★☆ 4.8 (4011 reviews)
📍 1000 S Hawkins Ln, Goddard, KS 67052

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