# Wild Holidays at the San Diego Zoo Safari Park

> Event for families in the San Diego–Chula Vista–Carlsbad area (CA). Times are Pacific Time.

- When: Nov 27 – Jan 3 · 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
- Where: San Diego Zoo Safari Park, 15500 San Pasqual Valley Rd, Escondido, CA 92027
- Ages: All ages; wide paved pathways; Africa Tram is stroller and wheelchair accessible
- Price: Included with 1-Day Pass ($72 adult, $62 child ages 3–11); free for under 3
- Organizer: San Diego Wildlife Alliance
- Official page: https://sdzsafaripark.org/tickets
- Last checked: Wed, Nov 4

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## About

Experience an African safari holiday adventure under starry night skies at the San Diego Zoo Safari Park in Escondido. During Wild Holidays, the park's scenic pathways are draped in warm glowing lights and nature-themed lantern displays.

Families can listen to the lively Safari Parker holiday brass band, walk through the sparkling 'Nairobi Walk of Lights,' and watch the enchanting choreographed 'Bridge of Lights' musical show. The open-air Africa Tram provides comfortable seated viewing of rhinos, giraffes, and gazelles across expansive savanna plains.

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