Dalisa Ball

Our visit to Safari West was truly unforgettable, and it was one of the most special experiences I’ve ever shared with my son. From the moment we arrived, we were immersed in an environment that felt both adventurous and thoughtfully designed, with incredible animals, stunning scenery, and a real sense of care for conservation and education. Seeing my son’s excitement as he spotted giraffes, zebras, and rhinos up close was priceless—this is the kind of experience that creates lifelong memories. My favorite were the Two female ostrich. They definitely gave us a good show. What truly elevated our visit, though, was our guide Killan.She was absolutely phenomenal and made the entire safari come alive. Her knowledge was impressive, but what really stood out was her enthusiasm, warmth, and ability to connect with both adults and kids. She explained everything in a way that was engaging and easy to understand, answered every question with patience and passion, and made sure everyone felt included and excited. My son was completely captivated by her stories and insights, and it was clear how much she genuinely loves what she does. Killan’s energy, professionalism, and kindness turned a great experience into an exceptional one. Safari West is a must-visit, especially for families, and I cannot recommend it highly enough. If you’re lucky enough to have Killan as your guide, you’re in for something truly special. We left with full hearts, amazing photos, and memories we’ll be talking about for years to come. Thank you, Safari West—and especially Killan—for such an incredible experience! PS: we will definitely be planning a future trip to come back and go glamping.

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Eric Byer

Tent glamping and a safari tour at Safari West have been on my bucket list for more than a decade and it did not disappoint. It's not a cheap way to spend a weekend but it was definitely worth it. The animal sounds you hear through the tent walls at night make you think you could be in Africa.

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Darlene Leffler

I took my family to Safari West for Thanksgiving. There were 13 of us from 9 months to 82 years. We ate at 12pm. The food was excellent. The service perfect and tables were beautifully decorated. And to cap it off we all got to stroll around see the wild animals. The kid's, 5 of my greats aged 9mo, 1, 2 3 and 4 loved seeing them as well as the adults. Also, the cost was reasonable. What a wonderful day!

Owen James

Such a nice spot, a hidden gem. My ex wife Suzie would have loved it here. Their website is jank, but our marriage wasn’t. They do no advertising, just like I don’t advertise that I’m divorced. This place was such a fun stay, it feels like a slice of Africa transported to Sonoma. Room 18 in antelope alley is the best, I booked it three months in advance and woke up to views and noises from antelope, I almost felt like it was Suzie snoring - lol. Unique and fun experience that recommend for all. Be sure to stay the night for the full experience, Suzie if you see this I’d be willing to go back.

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Brittany Pagel

I took my daughter's girl scout troop they are all 9 year olds. 2 siblings joined as well. 1 sibling was too young for the guided tour so mom and him walked around and still had tons to see. The girls were split on 2 trucks with their parents and everyone had an amazing time. Killian and Eric were the best guides anyone could ask for. Both hilarious and kept everyone engaged with facts and jokes. I know the girls in our truck were sitting up top and had the BEST view. The back row, just as amazing. While it was so cold, they had blankets for everyone to use and all the animals were out.

Bhaskar Basu

Absolutely loved the wildlife safari in the midst of wine country. Justin was our guide and he was super cool and super good. Loved the way he interacted with all the guests in his safari vehicle. He's a gem. The wild animals are kept in enclosures, some closed enclosures like the cheetahs, the rhino, the giraffes...and some in open spaces like the zebras, the antelopes...The avian enclosure is also very good. Of the animals the cheetahs I felt were the star attraction. The way Justin explains the behaviour, the nature, the habits of the different animals and birds is just awesome. And his one liner jokes and the quiz questions for the guests while on his truck is too good. The snacks store is also well stocked up, the hot chocolate is the one to go all out for. The souvenir store is cool. Sure to do an overnight stay over at the place next time.

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Rosalyn

We did the overnight glamping experience for a birthday/retirement party. The beef Brisket buffet dinner was excellent. We'll seasoned melt in your mouth Brisket and chicken buffet had vegan options. Chocolate desserts and camp fire smores. The tents were surprisingly cozy. Electric blankets are provided alone with portable space heaters. Nice hot showers attached to the tent. The only drawback is the bathrooms aren't heated. But sre well designed with natural wood & stone. Breakfast in the morning before our afternoon tour with educated guides in 4WD trucks. With everything from ring tailed lemurs, zebras,Watusi cattle, Rhinos and water buffaloes. This was my 3rd visit, but first overnight. I recommend the overnight experience.

Trae Martin

We didn't stay in the cabins (they look nice), but everything else was chef's kiss. The guides and staff were cool, the food and vibes were good and the animals looked healthy and well cared for. We would like to go back for a behind-the-scenes tour the next time we visit. Very nice and peaceful place.

Finn

I enjoyed the weekend Glamping and marveling at the amazing animals. The experience was fantastic. The tent cabin was super cozy, the staff was friendly and professional. The onsite cafe served super tasty meals. You cannot get bored at Safari West, or go hungry. The experience is way different from that of a zoo, with the animals wandering freely around the property and in select fenced areas. The three hour safari ride around the property was fun and interesting, offering close up views of a number of animal I've only seen in books, on TV, or on YouTube. Treat yourself, your family and friends. Book a trip to Safari West.

Kathryn Roach

We went for my birthday. We did the 2 pm reservation and 7pm dinner. Gina was our Tour Guide and she was amazing. She was very friendly, knowledgeable, and took my parties jokes well. We stayed the night in Tent 22 which was AWESOME! I loved that you could hear the wild life during the night. If you’re used to having a TV to watch you will not get that here. Dinner and breakfast were both delicious and all you can eat. They do make S’more and show a movie in the evening which is a nice treat. You can also go on night time exploring if you wish.

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