You Don’t Even Have To Leave Your Car At Aikman Wildlife Adventure, A Unique Safari Experience In Illinois
We all need a little bit of adventure in our lives. If we’re animal lovers and that adventure includes animals, well, that’s even better. Aikman Wildlife Adventure in Illinois promises a ton of fun – a drive-thru safari, a walk-thru zoo, and a petting zoo, where you can meet an array of curious animals. It’s definitely one of those bucket list-worthy destinations.
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Pile the whole family in the car for a one-of-a-kind drive-thru safari at Aikman Animal Adventure in Arcola. It's the only park of its kind in the state, making it a must-visit destination.
You'll slowly journey along the one-mile road, where you'll get up-close views of more than 100 animals free-roaming in their spaces. (Five miles an hour is the limit for driving through the park.)
While you can't feed the animals from your vehicle, you'll still get a pretty close view of the many animals - from zebras and camels to llamas and water buffalo.
Bring your camera along, so you can snap photos of the animals and their adorable antics. Don't be surprised if an animal, like a zebra, strolls right alongside your vehicle.
You'll have to follow a few rules to ensure a safe experience for yourself and for the animals. Vehicle doors must remain shut, and windows should be rolled up. Guests are not permitted to pet the animals.
Once you've driven through the safari, you might want to get out of the car, stretch your legs, and explore the walk-thru zoo, which also features a petting zoo.
Have you been on the safari or to the petting zoo at Aikman Wildlife Adventure in Illinois? Share your experience in the comments! Then check out these seven petting zoos in Illinois.
Address: 125 N Co Rd 425E, Arcola, IL 61910, USA
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