Out of Africa Wildlife Park: A Day Trip From Scottsdale

What to expect

•Safari tour: a guided ride among free-roaming herd animals such as giraffes and zebras.
•Big cats: tigers and other big cats, with feeding demonstrations on set days.
•Add-ons: the park lists Feed a Tiger, Tiger Splash and Racing Raptor as extras.

Planning the day

•Hours: 9:30am to 5pm daily, admissions close at 4pm. Check the park calendar for closures.
•Time needed: about four to five hours.
•Pair it: see Montezuma Castle and the Verde Canyon Railroad.

For more family ideas, see is Scottsdale good for families? and the Phoenix Zoo.

Where to stay

Paradise Reserve has six bedrooms for up to 16 guests, five of them king suites with their own bathroom, plus a pool and spa, a golf simulator, a putting green and a pickleball court. Events and parties are not permitted at the house, and quiet hours apply.

Frequently asked questions

Where is Out of Africa Wildlife Park?

In Camp Verde, Arizona, north of Phoenix on the route to Sedona.

What are the hours at Out of Africa?

The official ticket site lists 9:30am to 5pm daily, with admissions closing at 4pm. It is closed on Thanksgiving and Christmas.

How long do you need at Out of Africa?

About four to five hours to see the main areas and the safari tour.

Hours and add-ons from the Out of Africa Wildlife Park website and ticket site, checked October 2026. Drive time is an estimate.

Out of Africa Wildlife Park, big cats in Camp Verde.