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Aggieland Safari

Name: Aggieland Safari
Address: 18075 FM974, Bryan, TX 77808, Bryan, TX, US
Telephone: (979) 599-5440
Rating: 4.4

★★★★☆ 4.4 (1617 reviews)

📍 18075 FM974, Bryan, TX 77808

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Quick Facts

Type: Zoo
Main Attraction: Drive-thru safari with 300+ animals across 250+ acres
Best For: All ages
Interactive Experiences: Animal feeding, up-close Animal Encounters, walkabout Adventure Zoo
Location: Near Bryan, College Station, TX — day trip from Houston

⭐Aggieland Safari features a drive-thru safari experience spanning 250+ acres with 300+ animals, allowing visitors to feed animals directly from their vehicles including giraffes, zebras, llamas, and bison
⭐The attraction combines a 45+ minute drive-thru safari with a separate walkabout Adventure Zoo containing 50+ species, offering both vehicular and on-foot interactive experiences
⭐Giraffe feeding from vehicles is a major draw with 69 review mentions, and early morning visits (around 10am) are recommended as animals retreat to shade during hotter afternoon hours
⭐The safari features diverse animal species including capybaras and kangaroos alongside traditional safari animals, with specific interactive opportunities like parakeet feeding stations

🕐Arrive around 10am to maximize animal feeding opportunities, especially giraffe feeding. As the day gets hotter and later, animals retreat to shaded areas and are less active, reducing feeding interactions.
💬Bring animal feed pellets with you or purchase them on-site for both the drive-thru safari and Adventure Zoo walking areas. If animals block your vehicle path during the drive-thru, try tossing pellets on the ground to encourage them to move aside so you can proceed.
💡Plan for 45+ minutes for the drive-thru safari alone. Younger children may get restless on longer vehicle rides, so consider the standard drive option rather than the safari bus upgrade if you have small kids who need more interactive feeding experiences.
💬Budget for additional costs beyond admission: animal feed is expensive, and Animal Encounters are add-on purchases. Consider if an annual pass makes financial sense for your family before purchasing general admission tickets.
💡Wear comfortable, breathable clothing and take advantage of the large pavilion area for rest and cool-down breaks during hot weather. The walking and driving portions both allow extensive time in the sun.