If you have animal lovers in your family (and/or are one yourself), it’s time to plan a trip to Grapeland Safari. One of the best safari parks in Texas, this unique day trip destination doubles as a petting zoo, so you can feed exotic animals out of the palm of your hand, then snuggle up with adorable goats and other furry friends.

If you’re searching for a fun day trip destination the entire family will enjoy, look no further than Grapeland Safari.

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This small-town drive-thru safari park and petting zoo is situated on 81 sprawling acres and features exotic animals from all over the world.

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In the comfort of your own vehicle, drive at a leisurely pace and get up close and personal with the wildlife. A fair warning: they will descend on your car in droves in hopes of snagging a bite to eat!

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Speaking of food, the cost of admission includes one cup per person - but we recommend purchasing a large bucket so you can feed all of the animals.

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You’ll see everything from camels to zebras to even kangaroos!

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The animals are friendly since they’re so used to being around people. Many will even pose for a picture.

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After driving through the safari portion of the park, don’t forget to check out the petting zoo, which features goats, turtles, and other furry, four-legged friends.

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One of the best parts of the entire experience is seeing each animal’s unique personality. Goats are known to stand on pretty much anything…in this case, even a turtle!

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Have you ever had a bird perch on your arm before? The feathered friends at Grapeland Safari often do exactly that, and you’ll cherish the bonding time for many years to come.

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Please visit the Grapeland Safari website or Facebook page for information, including current hours and ticket prices.

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Have you ever been to Grapeland Safari? If so, we’d love to hear all about your experience in the comments. Don’t forget to check out our previous article for one of the best train rides in Texas that’s just a few towns over.

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Address: Grapeland Safari, 13440 US-287, Grapeland, TX 75844, USA