Zoos
Branson's Promised Land Zoo
📍 2751 Shepherd of the Hills Expy, Branson, MO 65616🕐 Hours
| Monday | 9 AM–5 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 9 AM–5 PM |
| Wednesday | 9 AM–5 PM |
| Thursday | 9 AM–5 PM |
| Friday | 9 AM–4 PM |
| Saturday | 9:45 AM–5 PM |
| Sunday | 9 AM–5 PM |
Quick Facts
- Type
- Zoo
- Best For
- All ages
- Highlights
- 95 species, 600+ animals, interactive encounters, drive-thru safari, animal feeding, enclosure experiences
- Admission
- From $24.95 general admission; VIP from $79.95; VIP Gold from $199
- Size
- 74 acres with 5-acre foot safari and 2-mile drive-thru safari
💡 Did You Know?
- The zoo features over 600 animals representing 95 species across 74 acres, including a unique 5-acre foot safari and 2-mile drive-thru safari experience
- Visitors can have hands-on encounters with exotic animals including two-toed sloths, baby spider monkeys, baby kangaroos, and pythons, with VIP Gold experiences featuring 3-4 animals not on regular display
- The zoo offers tiered experience levels from general admission ($24.95) to Ultimate Excursions requiring 48-hour pre-booking, with VIP Gold experiences at $199 rated by visitors as worth the premium cost
- Review data shows animal feeding experiences are the most frequently mentioned feature (392 mentions), followed by sloth encounters (270 mentions) and kangaroo interactions (239 mentions), indicating these are signature attractions
💬 What Visitors Say
- Invest in the VIP Experience ($79.95+) if you want hands-on animal encounters like holding sloths, kangaroos, and pythons. Multiple reviews confirm it's worth the extra cost compared to basic admission, as you get to physically interact with animals rather than just observe and feed them.
- Plan for 2-3 hours and make the most of the drive-thru safari by stopping and exiting your vehicle to see both indoor and outdoor animals. Many visitors miss exhibits by staying in their cars, so intentional stops maximize your experience.
- Book Ultimate Excursions at least 48 hours in advance, as these premium behind-the-scenes RTV tours with handlers have limited availability and cannot be reserved same-day.
- Visit during seasonal events like the Christmas light display and special nights mentioned in reviews. Visitors specifically noted the festive atmosphere, food availability, and character meet-and-greets as reasons to return, making these occasions worth planning around.
- Bring money to purchase animal feed at the gate. Feeding emus, ostriches, bison, camels, llamas, alpacas, donkeys, and antelope is consistently highlighted as a favorite activity, so budget for food purchases beyond admission.
About Branson's Promised Land Zoo
Zoo with live animal shows & a safari. Wildlife park with a unique array of animals, plus live shows, bottle feedings & a foot safari.
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