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Natural Bridge Wildlife Ranch
4.4(8,738)4.4 out of 5 stars, 8738 reviews San Antonio, TX
About Natural Bridge Wildlife Ranch
Natural Bridge Wildlife Ranch is a petting zoo in San Antonio, TX , rated 4.4 out of 5 by 8,738 families. It's one of outdoor kids activities worth knowing about when you're planning a day out with the kids.
What parents should know
Summarized from real visitor reviews.
Best for: Families visiting Austin/San AntonioOutdoor enthusiasts looking for an engaging day outAll ages, particularly enjoyable for children who can engage with animalsRecommended for families looking for outdoor activities
Why families love it
- Large and spacious park
- Informative and engaging tour guide (Kenny)
- Opportunity to see animals up close
- Drive-through format allows for a unique experience
- Well-maintained grounds
- Informative guided tours
Insider tips
- Visit on a weekday morning to avoid crowds
- Consider booking a tour with Kenny for a more enriching experience
- Bring water and sun protection, especially on hot days
Good to know before you go
- Visiting during peak times or hot summer afternoons without adequate hydration and shade
- Admission does not include any feed bags for animals
- Some habitats may not be as impressive compared to other wildlife parks
- Crowds
- Less crowded on weekday mornings, especially before spring break
- Value
- Admission is considered a bit pricey, with a $5 fee for animal feed not included. Compared to other drive-through safaris, this venue offers a good variety of species but lacks complimentary feed bags, which may detract from perceived value.
- Food
- No outside food or drink mentioned; food bags for animals are available for purchase
- Accessibility
- No specific accommodations mentioned for special needs
- Safety
- Guided tours ensure safety and provide hydration breaks in the shade
What parents say
"We really enjoyed driving through and seeing and experiencing so many animals. We went on a Monday morning just before spring break and for most of our drive, we were the only car which was great. We had several 'car visitors' which gave us many laughs. Fun time and Great memories!! The park is large, spacious, and well cared for. The roads are in nice condition also.Maybe a little pricey, but we thought it was worth it. It would be nice if the $5 bag of food was included with admission. After all, we are feeding your animals and they were happy to get it."
a month ago
"The sanctuary is well maintained in general,. But if you ask me, I'd rate the experience and closer encounters we had with animals like Zebras, Giraffes, etc. @ Fossil Rim, Glenrose higher. Even the Cheetah and Rhino habitats there seemed nicer to me in general. The advantage here though is there's a natural cave formation right next to this,. So if you're taking folks around Austin/San Antonio, planning to do these 2 things together may be a full day well sepnt."
2 weeks ago
"Wonderful outdoor activity! If you haven't been to this Wildlife Ranch you should come and visit. Go when it's an enjoyable day for weather and I highly recommend the tour bus. Super informative and kid friendly."
a week ago
Reviews sourced from public Google data.
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