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Knowsley Safari Park

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Situated on the Earl of Derby’s estate, just outside Prescot in Merseyside, Knowsley Safari Park offers visitors the chance to take a 5-mile drive in their cars through enclosures filled with wildlife such as elephants, rhinos, bison, zebra, baboons, wildebeest, emus, tigers, and lions.

The Walkabout Area allows visitors to see some of the animals from outside their vehicles. Animals here include elephants, giraffes, otters, and meerkats. Mizzy Lake Farm features farmyard animals such as cows, rabbits, and pigs, while the Bug House is filled with insects, reptiles, and amphibians. The Sea Lion Show features performances from the park’s resident Californian sea lions. When not performing they can be observed through a large underwater viewing window.

Knowsley Safari Park also features a small amusement park with a number of rides catering to small children and Aerial Extreme, a high ropes adventure course.

Knowsley Safari Park is open every day between March 1 and October 31. Opening times are 10 am to 4 pm. In the winter months it is open at weekends only. It opens at 10.30 am with last admission at 3 pm.

Tickets cost £15 for adults (16 and over), and £11 for children (3 – 15) and pensioners (60 years and over). Tickets cover entry to the Safari Drive, Mizzy Lake Farm, Walkabout Area, Bug House, and Sea Lion Show. Tickets for Aerial Extreme and the amusement park must be purchased separately.

Visitors buying their tickets online from the official website receive a 10 percent discount. Voucher codes giving half price entry and other deals are frequently published on the official Knowsley Safari Park Facebook page.

The Safari Drive is a drive through attraction and visitors must travel in their own vehicles. Vehicles with soft tops are not permitted to enter the lion or baboon areas of the park.

Knowsley Safari Park is located around 8 miles east of Liverpool. To reach it, leave the M62 at Junction 6 and take the M57 (signposted for Southport). After driving for around 2 miles exit the M57 at Junction 2 and follow the brown tourist signs for Knowsley Safari Park. Visitors with satellite navigation systems can use the postcode L34 4AN to find it.

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Address and postcode Knowsley Safari Park Prescot Merseyside United Kingdom L34 4AN

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First time at the park today. It was fantastic and will be going back very soon. Everyone at at Knowsley very helpful and happy. Thank you for a great day.

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Over 750 Fascinating Animals to See!

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Looking for a wild, fun family day out? Look no further! Our impressive 5-mile wild animal safari drive is the longest in the UK, and is currently home to over 750 fascinating animals – you won’t find a more thrilling day out in the North West!

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When is the best time to visit knowsley safari.

Knowsley Safari is busiest at the weekends, in the school holidays and during the summer months. However, you can plan a safari visit all year round! It’s a great family day out in the rain as you can stay dry in your car and there is a magical feel to the Foot Safari on crisp winter mornings when it is much quieter. Visit the safari park all year round and plan an unforgettable day out.

Our app is a great addition to your safari visit. Take part in fun activities, listen to audio guides as you make your way around the park and bring your adventure to life!

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Coaches and buses with roof-top skylights can only take the car-friendly route.

Please do not touch or feed the animals in the safari park.

Soft-top cars are not allowed through the Lion Reserve or Baboon Enclosure, however, they are suitable for the car-friendly route.

Baboons may damage your car, so you can use the car-friendly route or be prepared for the possibility of damage.

Dogs are not allowed in any areas of the safari park. We do however provide basic accommodation for your dog.

Please read and comply with all signs, especially keeping windows and doors closed and locked when in the Baboon enclosure and Lion Reserves.

It’s the driver’s responsibility to ensure everyone stays in the car while on the Safari Drive and precautions are taken for their car. For your own safety, do not get out of your car as there are wild animals on the Safari Drive.

For your own safety, sitting on your car roof on the Safari Drive is not permitted.

Convertibles must keep the roof closed for the entire Safari Drive and open-top vehicles are not permitted.

Please drive on if any large animal approaches the vehicle. This is the driver’s responsibility.

If you break down or need assistance, please stay in the car, sound the horn and wait for a patrol vehicle to come.

Children must be under the supervision of adults and cars containing children must keep the doors locked at all times.

We remind guests that they should continue to follow the laws of the road to stay safe on the Safari Drive. Please wear seat belts at all times, do not allow children to sit on their knees and stay within the 20 mph speed limit.

Dogs are not allowed in any areas of the safari park. This includes both the Safari Drive and also the pedestrian areas of the park.

We do however provide basic accommodation for your dog should you wish to bring them on your trip.

A £10.00 refundable padlock is available at reception on arrival.

Our kennels provide basic accommodation for your pet. Drinking water is available but we do not provide water bowls or blankets. Please feel free to bring with you any items that will make your pet as comfortable as possible.

Assistance dogs

Guide and hearing dogs are welcome to accompany their owners around the park.  A water bowl can be provided. Assistance dogs are allowed access to pedestrian areas but not to the animal areas. Assistance dogs are not allowed in the Safari Drive for safety reasons.

Essential Companion Tickets

We are proud to partner with Nimbus Disability, operators of the Access Card scheme, who process all ‘essential companion’ (previously ‘Carer’) eligibility. You will now need to apply online for an Access Card through Nimbus Disability, at least 7 days before visiting.  We are unable to accept any same-day applications.

You can find out more about the Access Card here .

Parking for people with disabilities

There are five dedicated parking spaces for those with disabilities adjacent to the entrance by the coach park. There is no kerb between the parking area and the walk-around area entrance.

Wheelchair/pushchair-friendly entrance

The walk-around area is on one level with ramped access at all kerbs.  A wheelchair is also available for loan from the restaurant.

Adult changing facilities

We have an adult changing room with hoist facilities. These designated accessible facilities are located in the main toilet block by our disabled parking.

Accessible toilet and baby changing facilities

There are two unisex accessible toilets in the courtyard beside the shop and restaurant. We also have a separate baby changing room and two more disabled toilets beside the car park, towards the entrance of the Safari Drive. All WCs also contain baby changing facilities.

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Knowsley Safari Park drive and walk and how to book tickets

The safari drive and walk are both included in one admission ticket

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Knowsley Safari Park is one of the biggest attractions in the North West

The safari park, which is the longest safari drive in the UK, has been welcoming visitors for the last 50 years and is home to hundreds of wild animals from across the world.

Channel 4 has catapulted the park to a brand new audience of millions across the UK. A television programme, Secret Life of the Safari Park, goes behind the scenes to see what makes the attraction, animals and staff such a phenomenon.

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If you're only discovering the park or want to step back into the wilderness, everything you need to know is below.

What is the Knowsley Safari drive?

This route is split into different continental zones where you’ll drive in your own car through habitats to see the park's collection of animals. From Bactrian camels and white rhinos to baboons and African lions, you can see them all as you drive around the grounds.

You'll travel through Asian territories before moving to the African savannah and woodlands, meeting the animals that call the areas home. Be careful, as the baboons and others aren't afraid to come right up to your car.

Once you’ve finished, you can head down to the foot safari, which is included in one admission price. Both experiences are included in your ticket

What is the Knowsley Safari walk?

The walking trail travels through the woodlands, tiger enclosures, animal habitats, rides and amusements for every age, and play areas and animal displays to keep your little ones entertained all day long.

Guests can meet meerkats, giraffes and sea lions before wandering past the stunning waterfall. As aforementioned, the foot safari is included in one admission price.

Special events

Throughout the year the park hosts one-of-a-kind events for all ages, families and seasonal activities. The Enchanted Christmas Light Trail is a must-see annual favourite while surprise appearances from newborn animals and summer explorer programmes spread the fun throughout the year.

If you simply want to make an occasion of your own, you can book safari parties for those special days.

You can see more about special events here.

Knowsley Safari opening times

The last safari admission is 2:30pm and the last entry to the safari drive is 3pm. Rides are open 11am - 3:30pm during weekends and school days.

Safari park opening times are 10am - 4pm and the safari drive is open from 10am - 3am throughout the week The park is closed on Monday and Tuesday.

How to book tickets

Admission is £17.50 with children under three free to attend. Special admissions and event prices vary. You can see more about bookings and tickets here.

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• Address: Prescot, UK
• Opening hours: Mon–Fri 10am–5:30pm, Sat & Sun 10am–6pm
• Website: www.knowsleysafariexperience.co.uk
• Phone: +44 151 430 9009
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