Africa Tram - Escondido, California

Stig's I.

This is the most distinct part of the park. This massive campus simulating the African plains includes a large herd of giraffe, rhinos, zebras, gazelle, and other herbivores. The tram line is usually long. We waited for about 80 minutes. The ride itself includes commentary by the driver and the total trip takes about 15 minutes. You can't come to this park and not take the tram. Totally worth it.

Richard R.

Lots of fun. 25 minute tour through the African habitats in the park. Zebras, giraffes, rhinos, etc, etc. Actually sitting rather than walking!

Adner D.

It's was great , I wasn't able to see much of the animals due to the winds .

Tyler H.

Pretty long line but if someone is willing to wait then it’s really cool

Marlene W.

There is a very long line, and if you have young children, they become cranky..
We wanted to arrive early.However, California traffic is unpredictable, so it was late morning when we arrived.
This tour is on the far side of the park. We went directly to this tour. The line is very long, and we waited at least 1 1/2 hours to get on the tram.
The animals, by this time, are hot and hiding, and the animals that are walking about you can barely see them in the distance. They have acres of land for them. That is wonderful. However, they look very far away.

Its wonderful they have a lot of room to roam. My husband and I decided we won't be back. It was not worth our time, and it is pricey.
We're glad we contributed to the financial support of these majestic animals and the work they do to protect wildlife in Africa.

Mandy T.

Lovely animal park, I just set my expectations too high. A lot of bird species and plants. Not a lot of animals either. A lot of deer/antelope species. I did see a few giraffe and a rhino, and 2 sleeping lioness which was cool. Don't get your hopes up like I did. I wanted to give my kids and grandson a trip they wouldn't forget, but very disappointing. Once in your lifetime is enough, especially for how much tickets were and then the prices for any other features or truck tours. Not worth the wait for the tram ride, it's a close version to Disneyland's Jungle Cruise tours.

Al

THIS CLOSES AT 4PM SO COME EARLY. The line is a long wait, but it is a pretty ride, and THIS IS THE ONLY WAY TO SEE GIRAFFES, GAZELLES, CAMELS, ZEBRAS, AND OTHER ANIMALS. If you don't take this tram, you miss all those animals. Also, there are NO bathrooms once you get on the tram, and none in the line. Go to the bathroom before you get in line. Sit on the DRIVER side (left side) of the tram for the best views.

Nata P.

So many people these days for the Tram. Staff is terrible. Once you are within the crowded line inside the general access waiting there is no way out. My mom felt very bad and couldn’t go out. No staff on site to help us. I am with a small kid and old mom was feeling as inside the trap. Be wise and buy priority seats. I would love to go through it and rather pay $20. But there was no way out of this long line. We spent over an hour to stay and wait. I hate Safari Park. They charge $74 for a Senior person who should spend hours staying in all kind of lines. Not enough staff on site. Staff doesn’t know anything. Worst informative place in the world. No signs for older people and with small kids that priority seats are recommended. No estimated wait time. I am Very disappointed and would never ever buy annual membership to SD Zoo!!!