Ontario Family Tourism: African Lion Safari

The African Lion Safari and Game Farm Ltd. in Cambridge, Ontario, consists of 750 acres and over 1,000 exotic animals and birds. Many are endangered species the park is helping to reintroduce to their natural environments. Visitors can drive through the grounds and see the animals in their habitats.

African Lion Safari was founded in 1969 by Colonel G.D. Dailley, to preserve wildlife species that were endangered. The park has succeeded in breeding 30 species on the Endangered Species List and 20 threatened species. In 1985, after working with African elephants for 14 years, the park began to concentrate on breeding endangered Asian elephants.

Attractions at the African Lion Safari

The drive through the Game Reserve takes about an hour. Visitors are asked to stay in their cars at all times. All photos must be taken with windows closed, as monkeys and baboons won’t hesitate to reach into the car.

Kids will be delighted with the Jungle Playground and the Misumu Bay Wet Play Area. Be sure to take in Parrot Paradise, the Elephant Round-Up, and Pet’s Corner. Take a cruise on the African Queen or board the Nature Boy Railroad for a scenic tour of the park by rail. The Birds of Prey Conservation Centre is a thrilling experience, with raptors flying around the spectators at speeds of up to 40 miles per hour.

Location and Hours of Operation

African Lion Safari is located on #8 Highway between Hamilton and Cambridge in southern Ontario. Admission includes a drive through the Game Reserve in your own vehicle, a cruise on the African Queen, a tour on the Nature Boy Railroad, the Birds of Prey demonstration, Parrot Paradise, Elephant Round-Up, and an opportunity to watch the elephants bathe at the lake.

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