Calendar >> Sleepover
Programs
at the Wild Animal Park

New this year: two-night option!
Embark on an exciting overnight experience in one of the world's most fascinating natural settings. Bring your sleeping bag, pillow, and camera, and camp near the Wild Animal Park's Kilima Point overlooking the expanse and the exotic residents of the spectacular Africa Field Exhibit.
Sleepover programs
Roar & Snore®:
- Family Nights are for families with children ages 4 and older and have special activities geared for the children.
- Adult-only Nights are for those 21 and older. They begin with hors d'oeuvres and the opportunity to purchase cocktails at Kilima Point.
- Young Adult Nights are for ages 18 and older and include a movie and popcorn!
- Girl Scout Nights offer adventures especially for Scouts and their leaders.
- NEW! Two-night sleepover adventure: Book a Sunday night Roar & Snore and stay an additional night (Monday) in our Premium Tent and receive a discount on your sleepover rates.

We also offer a variety of themed sleepover nights to choose from:
- Beastly Bedtime is for families with children ages 4–11 only. It is filled with activities that feature adult/child participation and interaction, including an animal encounter, cat craft, guided walks, and campfire program.
- Mother's Day Sleepover is for families with children ages 4 and older. This sleepover is all about moms and includes guided walks, a craft activity, a surprise guest, and a free T-shirt.
- Valentine's Sleepover is for those 21 and older. A special campfire speaker about the love life of animals is included.
- Especially for Fathers Sleepover is for families with children ages 4 and older. We'll focus on animal dads and offer a special discovery walk.
- Jumatano—African themed Sleepover is for families with children ages 8 and older. The emphasis is on African experiences, including an exclusive Journey into Africa tour. (Available July and August only.)
- Photo Sleepoveris for ages 16 and older. It's geared for photo buffs and includes a presentation by one of our staff photographers and numerous photo opportunities.
- Thanksgiving Sleepover is for families with children ages 4 and older. It includes a wonderful holiday dinner and a special visit from Santa!
- Festival of Lights Sleepover is for families with children ages 8 and older. A special holiday dinner, private time on Snow Hill, and a scavenger hunt are included in the fun!

All programs include camp activities and an after-hours look at the wild life of our animals, guided walks, a campfire program, and the unique opportunity to experience the Wild Animal Park at night. The program fee does not include Wild Animal Park admission or parking. Refer to pricing options below.
Reservations are required. For information and reservations, please call our Reservation Sales Department at 619-718-3000 or 800-407-9534, Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m.–5 p.m.
2008 Sleepover schedule at the Wild Animal ParkPlease call 619-718-3000 or 800-407-9534 for space availability on specific dates. |
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October |
10 and 11: Girl Scout Nights, ages 8 and older |
November |
1, 9, and 14: Family Nights, ages 4 and older |
December |
20 and 27: Festival of Lights Nights, ages 8 and older |
January 2009 |
3: Festival of Lights Night, ages 8 and older |
2009 dates coming soon! |
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Premium tent option
Wild Animal Park sleepover tent options:
Premium
(8
tents–premium
placement / best elephant exhibit view available)
- Occupancy: comfortably accommodates up to four members of a family or group.
- 12- by 16-foot canvas tents with 3 windows (water resistant)
- Tent decor is unique to each tent
- Queen-size platform bed with safari-themed sleeping bags and pillows
- Can accommodate 6-foot-long, 3.5-inch thick sleeping pads for children with adults. Sleeping bags and pillows are also provided for children.
- Camp chairs, storage trunk, lantern, night stand with tree lamp
- Gift bag
- Compact refrigerator stocked with complimentary bottled water
Vista

Vista and Classic tent options
(17 tents–preferred placement overlooking the East Africa exhibit)
- Occupancy: comfortably accommodates up to six members of a family or group.
- 9- by 14-foot canvas tents with 3 windows (water resistant)
- 3.5-inch-thick sleeping pads
- Captain's chairs and lantern
Classic
(19
tents–traditional
camping placement location on Kilima Point)
- Occupancy: comfortably accommodates up to six members of a family or group.
- 9- by 14-foot canvas tents with 3 windows (water resistant)
- 3.5-inch-thick sleeping pads
- Camp chairs and lantern
Wild Animal Park sleepover pricing
Park admission is also required.
Family Nights — April through October |
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Friday |
Saturday |
Wednesday and Sunday |
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Adult (12+) |
Child (4–11) |
Adult (12+) |
Child (4–11) |
Adult (12+) |
Child (4–11) |
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Premium |
$210 |
$150 |
$210 |
$150 |
$210 |
$150 |
Vista |
$159 |
$129 |
$159 |
$129 |
$149 |
$119 |
Classic |
$139 |
$119 |
$139 |
$119 |
$129 |
$109 |
Adult/Young Adult-only Nights — April through October |
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Friday |
Saturday |
Sunday |
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Adult (21+) |
Child |
Adult (21+) |
Child |
Adult (21+) |
Child |
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Premium |
$225 |
-- |
$225 |
-- |
$225 |
-- |
Vista |
$169 |
-- |
$169 |
-- |
$159 |
-- |
Classic |
$149 |
-- |
$149 |
-- |
$139 |
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Family Nights — November through March |
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Friday |
Saturday |
Wednesday and Sunday |
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Adult (12+) |
Child (4–11) |
Adult (12+) |
Child (4–11) |
Adult (12+) |
Child (4–11) |
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Premium |
$190 |
$115 |
$190 |
$115 |
$190 |
$115 |
Vista |
$129 |
$99 |
$129 |
$99 |
$129 |
$99 |
Classic |
$109 |
$89 |
$109 |
$89 |
$109 |
$89 |
Adult-only Nights — November through March |
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Friday |
Saturday |
Sunday |
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Adult (21+) |
Child |
Adult (21+) |
Child |
Adult (21+) |
Child |
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Premium |
$190 |
-- |
$190 |
-- |
$190 |
-- |
Vista |
$129 |
-- |
$129 |
-- |
$129 |
-- |
Classic |
$109 |
-- |
$109 |
-- |
$109 |
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