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Accessibility
Paved pathways, wheelchair and wagon rentals available, driving cart for mobility-challenged guests, guests may bring own carts and wheelchairs, special accommodation times available for disabled guests, service animals and pets not permitted
Visitor tip
Plan to walk the trail multiple times to see all animals. Visitors report that animals aren't always visible on the first pass, but revisiting enclosures increases your chances of seeing the full variety of rescued animals, including bears and other wildlife that may emerge between visits.
Visitor tip
Book a VIP Safari Tour at 11 AM for a guided experience, or opt for small group tours of 10 or fewer to get personalized attention from staff and learn more about the rescued animals' stories and care.
About Tiger World
Exotic- & endangered-animal preserve. Nonprofit preserve for tigers & other endangered animals, with tours on weekdays except Wednesday.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Zoo
- Location
- Rockwell, NC
- Highlights
- VIP Safari Tours, sloth encounters, exotic animal feeding experiences
- Special
- No tax support; nonprofit USDA-approved facility
What visitors say
Absolutely loved and enjoyed my day here! I learned about a few of the rescued animals, got to see almost every single one as well! They were all pretty active, especially when we got to see them eat! We didn't have to fight a crowd of…
I can’t believe I haven’t visited this place sooner! I love the natural look of the place, it’s like walking through the woods but also a zoo. However, it’s much better than the zoo since most of these animals are rescues or older and…
Driving up to Tiger World, I thought it was gonna be a dump. It’s in a random spot behind this small neighborhood. They don’t have the normal welcoming vibe of a zoo due to their budget, but don’t let that fool you! This is one of the…
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Did You Know?
- Tiger World is a nonprofit preserve specifically dedicated to endangered animals, particularly tigers and other big cats, housing a diverse collection including tigers, lions, ligers, gibbons, sloths, kangaroos, peacocks, and tortoises in natural woodland settings
- The facility specializes in rescue and rehabilitation of animals that cannot survive in the wild, including older animals and those requiring ongoing veterinary care, functioning as a sanctuary rather than a traditional breeding zoo
- Tiger World offers interactive VIP Safari Tours daily at 11 AM with behind-the-scenes access, feeding experiences, and sloth encounters with photo opportunities, including special promotional codes (NACHO26) for discounted admission
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