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Giants of the Savanna
📍 Dallas, TX 75216🕐 Hours
| Monday | 9 AM–4 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 9 AM–4 PM |
| Wednesday | 9 AM–4 PM |
| Thursday | 9 AM–4 PM |
| Friday | 9 AM–4 PM |
| Saturday | 9 AM–4 PM |
| Sunday | 9 AM–4 PM |
About Giants of the Savanna
Giants of the Savanna is a zoo in Dallas, TX. Giants of the Savanna features an interactive giraffe feeding station where visitors can hand-feed giraffes, including a baby giraffe, for $6-$10 per person. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 58 visitors.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Zoo
- Best For
- All ages, families with kids
- Highlights
- Giraffe feeding, elephants, baby giraffe, live animal experiences
- Admission
- Free animal viewing; giraffe feeding $6-$10 per person
- Pro Tip
- Visit in pleasant weather (65-70°F), bring sunscreen and water
💡 Did You Know?
- Giants of the Savanna features an interactive giraffe feeding station where visitors can hand-feed giraffes, including a baby giraffe, for $6-$10 per person
- The zoo offers free animal viewing with separate paid interactive experiences, making it an accessible attraction with optional premium activities
- The facility is divided into distinct zones (Africa and North zones) with themed exhibits featuring African savanna animals including elephants and giraffes
💬 What Visitors Say
- Start in the Africa zone early to experience the giraffe feeding station ($6-10 per person) when it's less crowded and giraffes are more active. This is the highlight experience visitors consistently mention enjoying.
- Visit on pleasant weather days (65-70°F) and bring water, sunscreen, and hats. The venue requires significant walking between the Africa and North zones, so on hot sunny days, space out your visit between zones to avoid exhaustion.
- Plan for 4+ hours of walking with comfortable shoes. Rent a stroller even for older children as they can tire quickly. Budget $70 USD for food/drinks for a family of 4, though you can bring your own water and snacks to save costs.
- Animal viewing is completely free—you only pay for optional giraffe feeding ($6-10 per person). This makes it an affordable family outing if you skip the feeding experience, though reviews highlight it as worth the cost.
- Take advantage of the free water fountains and rest areas distributed throughout the venue. Hydration and shade breaks are essential given the outdoor walking required and Texas heat.
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