This Day Trip To The Wilds Is One Of The Best You Can Take In Ohio

The Wilds is a wildlife sanctuary in Cumberland, Ohio, and an awesome destination for a day trip. Here, you can experience a real life safari without leaving the state! Lots of animals live here. The sanctuary is famous for its large herd of Sichuan takin. On your safari ride, you may also run across cheetahs, rhinos, giraffes and more.

The open-air safari is the most popular tour at The Wilds.

Roaming in the natural areas are many large animals you might get to see up close.

You are bound to see Sichuan takins.

Native to China, this species, closely related to goats and antelopes, thrive at The Wilds.

The Sichuan takins are quite adorable.

It is such a treat to see the species roaming happily on the grounds.

Cheetahs call The Wilds their home.

They are the fastest land mammal and can run at speeds of 70 miles per hour!

Giraffes also roam the grounds.

The Wilds are actually home to three different types of giraffe species: Rothschild’s, Masai, and Reticulated.

There are many rhinos at the sancuatary, too.

They are well cared for and pictured here is a baby rhino with its mother.

Overnight stays are a fun way to experience The Wilds if you want to extend your day trip.

These cozy yurts can hold up to nine people. They cost $299 per night for up to four people and an additional $65 per extra guest.

Before we end our adventure at The Wilds, let's say goodbye to this friendly ostrich.

He's hoping you'll come again soon.

The animals are waiting for you to visit them! Hours of operation at The Wilds are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tickets to the open-air safaris are available for purchase daily in May through September. The tickets are $35 per person. Visit their website here for more detailed information.