Monarto Safari Park

Zoos & aquariums ·Parks ·Monarto ·Closed
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Most reviewed in MonartoTravelers' Choice 2026
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Monarto Safari Park is an open-range wildlife park in Monarto, about 70 kilometres from Adelaide, with African wildlife across expansive habitats.

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Why go

  • See one of Australia’s largest lion prides and giraffe herds.
  • Get a close-up view of lions through Lions 360.
  • Meet Southern White Rhinos at the start of the day.
  • Explore open-range habitats on the free Zu-loop bus, with guides sharing information along the way.

Opening hours

Today09:00 – 16:30Show all
Monday09:00 – 16:30
Tuesday09:00 – 16:30
Wednesday09:00 – 16:30
Thursday09:00 – 16:30
Friday09:30 – 16:30
Saturday09:00 – 16:30
Sunday09:30 – 16:30

With kids

  • Children can join free Keeper Presentations.
  • A second visit pass can cover two visits to Monarto Safari Park, or one here and one at Adelaide Zoo.
  • Play spaces are beside the Visitor Centre and The Outpost cafés, and at The Bomas white rhino bus stop.
  • The Visitor Centre café has highchairs.
  • The Visitor Centre parent room has a parent-and-child toilet, two feeding rooms, nappy-changing facilities, drinking water, a microwave and heating.
  • Baby-changing facilities are at The Outpost and the Waterhole, The Bomas and Windana viewing platforms.
  • Visitors can use the cafés and play spaces without buying a park ticket.

Know before you go

  • The park is open Monday to Thursday and Saturday from 09:00 to 16:30, and Friday and Sunday from 09:30 to 16:30.
  • Tickets are sold online through the park’s own site.
  • Personal cameras are allowed. Tripods, selfie sticks, boom microphones and lighting equipment require prior approval.
  • Walking tracks may close at short notice depending on weather conditions.

Tips for your visit

  • Choose from about 12 kilometres of walking tracks, ranging from easy to medium difficulty.
  • The Bretag Track passes historic stone ruins between the Rhino Boma and the lion and painted dog viewing platform.
  • Monarto Safari Park is a gateway to the Murraylands region.

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How to get there

  • CarThe park is at 63 Monarto Road. From Adelaide, take the Monarto exit off the South Eastern Freeway, then follow Princes Highway and the signs.
  • BusLinkSA runs a direct weekday morning bus from Adelaide CBD, with a mid-afternoon return trip.

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Where
63 Monarto Road, Monarto, Monarto

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Questions and answers

Can I stay overnight?

The resort offers hotel rooms and luxury safari tents alongside safari experiences.

Can I bring a picnic?

There is a picnic area with sheltered tables and chairs near the café behind the Visitor Centre.

Can I meet meerkats or touch a rhino?

Animal experiences include meeting meerkats or touching a rhino behind the ears.

Does the park have native animals?

Yes. Its wildlife includes both exotic and native animals.

How can I contact the park?

Call 0882673255.

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