Family Sleeping Bag Safaris are overnight programs where guests spend the night at the Zoo to experience exhibits after-hours. Program include educational programs, paid admission, overnight stay, evening hike, conservation games, evening snack, movie, morning hike, and free day at the Zoo.
Family Safari Tent Camping is a outside camping experience at our tent grounds near the lion exhibit. Tents include cots, an electrical outlet, nightstand with lantern, area rug, dining table, two director chairs and oscillating fan. Guests must bring their own bedding and comfortable shoes for walking. Cost is $100.00 per person with a two person minimum per tent.
**Please note that due to recent health restrictions that we are unable to provide s'mores for the campfire or breakfast. An evening snack of cookies/chips and a bottle of water will be provided. Guests are welcome to bring their own marshmallows to roast by campfire and welcome to bring coolers with extra food and drink (non-alcoholic) for breakfast.
Sleeping Bag Safari Guidelines
Family Safari Tent Camping Guidelines
Upcoming Dates
Check Back for 2021 Camping Dates
Concerned about attending Overnights at the Zoo? At Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo & Aquarium, guest safety is our number one priority. To ensure this, our Campout Staff is performing enhanced cleaning and disinfecting protocols based on health and safety guidelines provided by state and local authorities. Additionally, all Zoo Education Employees will be wearing masks through your stay. To help encourage a fun and safe environment we ask that our guests wear masks and observe six-foot social distancing. We will also be conducting a brief health check prior to your overnight stay to make sure that all our guests feel safe and healthy. Number of guests are limited to ensure social distancing in sleeping facilities so reserve your spot today. If you have more questions please see Healthy You, Healthy Zoo.
Make a Reservation
Family Safaris are inside facility overnights limited to family groups and have a minimum ages of four years to participate. Both programs run from 7 p.m. - 9 a.m. and cost are $37.00 - $55.00 per person depending on what facility is being used. Family Safaris includes educational programming, paid admission, overnight stay, and an evening snack. Due to recent health reasons we are unable to provide a breakfast but guests are welcome to bring their own.
*Please note these overnights are not open to scout groups, youth groups, or groups in general. See Small Group Campouts for these overnights.
Upcoming Dates
- Friday, January 22, 2021 - Overnights with Orangutans (Hubbard Orangutan Forest)
- Saturday, February 6, 2021 - Penguins & Pajamas (Scott Aquarium - Ocean Birds)
- Friday, February 12, 2021 - Snoozing Under the Sea (Scott Aquarium)
- Saturday, February 13, 2021 - Boxes, Bags, Ribbons & Bows - Enrichment for the Holidays (Desert Dome)*
- Friday, February 19, 2021 - Overnights with Orangutans (Hubbard Orangutan Forest)
- Friday, February 26, 2021 - Snoozing Under the Sea (Scott Aquarium)
- Friday, March 5, 2021 - Dreams in the Desert (Desert Dome)*
- Friday, March 12, 2021 - Boxes, Bags, Ribbons & Bows - Enrichment for the Holidays (Scott Aquarium - Shark Reef)
- Saturday, March 20, 2021 - Sleeping in a Sea Cave (Owen's Sea Lions)
- Friday, March 26, 2021 - Cold Weather Camping (Snow Leopard Territory)
*Facility requires tents and guests must provide own tents for use.
Concerned about attending Overnights at the Zoo? At Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo & Aquarium, guest safety is our number one priority. To ensure this, our Campout Staff is performing enhanced cleaning and disinfecting protocols based on health and safety guidelines provided by state and local authorities. Additionally, all Zoo Education Employees will be wearing masks through your stay. To help encourage a fun and safe environment we ask that our guests wear masks and observe six-foot social distancing. We will also be conducting a brief health check prior to your overnight stay to make sure that all our guests feel safe and healthy. Number of guests are limited to ensure social distancing in sleeping facilities so reserve your spot today. If you have more questions please see Healthy You, Healthy Zoo.
Make a Reservation
New for 2020
Snoozing Under the Sea - 21& Over Safaris
Our Adult overnight program has expanded into the Scott Aquarium for the Fall and Winter months. Join us for the 2020/2021 season where adult guests spend the night in our Scott Aquarium in a "semi-private" facility and experience the exhibit after-hours. Program includes an evening gourmet dinner and drinks, an evening hike, movie, snacks, gourmet breakfast, morning hike, and free day at the Zoo.
Facility includes two single cots, access to an electrical outlet, and a nightstand with lantern. Guests must bring their own bedding and comfortable shoes for walking.
Cost per person is $100.00. This overnight is for guests 21 years old and over only. Single campers pay a minimum two-person price. There is a maximum two-person occupancy per sleeping area.
2020/2021 Dates:
- Friday, January 8, 2021
- Saturday, February 20, 2021
- Saturday, March 13, 2021
- Friday, March 26, 2021
Safari Tent Camp
Join us for an overnight program where adult guests spend the night at the Zoo's Safari Tent Camp site and experience the exhibits after-hours. Program includes an evening gourmet dinner and drinks, an evening hike, movie, snacks, gourmet breakfast, morning hike, and free day at the Zoo.
Tents include one double cot or two single cots. Each tent is 10' x 12' spacious interior equipped with an electrical outlet, nightstand with lantern, area rug, dining table, two director chairs and oscillating fan. Guests must bring their own bedding and comfortable shoes for walking.
Cost per person is $120.00. This overnight is for guests 21years old and over only. Single campers pay a minimum two-person tent price. There is a maximum two-person occupancy per tent.
Concerned about attending Overnights at the Zoo? At Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo & Aquarium, guest safety is our number one priority. To ensure this, our Campout Staff is performing enhanced cleaning and disinfecting protocols based on health and safety guidelines provided by state and local authorities. Additionally, all Zoo Education Employees will be wearing masks through your stay. To help encourage a fun and safe environment we ask that our guests wear masks and observe six-foot social distancing. We will also be conducting a brief health check prior to your overnight stay to make sure that all our guests feel safe and healthy. Number of guests are limited to ensure social distancing in sleeping facilities so reserve your spot today. If you have more questions please see Healthy You, Healthy Zoo.
Reservations
Small Group Safaris
Small Group Safaris are overnight programs designed for schools, churches, scouts or summer camps who cannot meet our 20-person Large Group Safari minimum. The program includes educational programming, overnight stay, paid admission, and evening snack. Groups will go on a night hike, play conservation games, watch a movie and go on a morning hike. Guests must be 4 years old or older.
Safaris run from 7 p.m. - 9 a.m. and are costs $35.00 - $45.00 per person.
Upcoming Safaris:
- Saturday, January 23, 2021 - Sleeping Bags & Sharks (Scott Aquarium - Shark Reef)
- Friday, February 5, 2021 - Sleeping Bags & Sharks (Scott Aquarium - Shark Reef)
- Friday, February 19, 2021 - Dreams in the Desert (Desert Dome)*
- Saturday, March 6, 2021 - Sleeping Bags & Sharks (Scott Aquarium - Shark Reef)
- Saturday, March 13, 2021 - Orangutans and Overnights (Hubbard Orangutan Forest)
- Saturday, March 27, 2021 - Penguins & Pajamas (Scott Aquarium - Ocean Birds)
*Denotes Facility requires tents. Please bring non stakeable tents to overnight.
Concerned about attending Overnights at the Zoo? At Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo & Aquarium, guest safety is our number one priority. To ensure this, our Campout Staff is performing enhanced cleaning and disinfecting protocols based on health and safety guidelines provided by state and local authorities. Additionally, all Zoo Education Employees will be wearing masks through your stay. To help encourage a fun and safe environment we ask that our guests wear masks and observe six-foot social distancing. We will also be conducting a brief health check prior to your overnight stay to make sure that all our guests feel safe and healthy. Number of guests are limited to ensure social distancing in sleeping facilities so reserve your spot today. If you have more questions please see Healthy You, Healthy Zoo.
Make a Reservation
Schools, church groups, scouts, summer camps, families can reserve a private safari date year-round. (Minimum numbers have been dropped to 20 for 2021 instead of our normal 25). Overnights include educational programming, paid admission, overnight stay and evening snack. Children must be 4 years of age and accompanied by an adult. For health reasons, we ask that groups provide their own tents. Choose from multiple packages for a unique and memorable experience. Call 402-738-2092 for information and to register.
Concerned about attending Overnights at the Zoo? At Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo & Aquarium, guest safety is our number one priority. To ensure this, our Campout Staff is performing enhanced cleaning and disinfecting protocols based on health and safety guidelines provided by state and local authorities. Additionally, all Zoo Education Employees will be wearing masks through your stay. To help encourage a fun and safe environment we ask that our guests wear masks and observe six-foot social distancing. We will also be conducting a brief health check prior to your overnight stay to make sure that all our guests feel safe and healthy. Number of guests are limited to ensure social distancing in sleeping facilities so reserve your spot today. If you have more questions please see Healthy You, Healthy Zoo.
Current Available Options:
Safari Tent Camp
Let us provide the tents! Canvas tents on wooden platforms with cots, chairs, and other amenities just like you were on a real safari! Located in our African Grasslands near our Lion overlook. Tents include cots, an electrical outlet, nightstand with lantern, area rug, dining table, two director chairs and oscillating fan. Guests must bring their own bedding and comfortable shoes for walking. Cost is $100.00 per person with a 15 person minimum at the campsite.
*Available May through September
Overnight experience includes:
- Zoo Guided Tour
- Evening Snack
- Zoo Admission
- Overnight Stay
- and an Experinence not soon forgotten!
Reservation Form
Large Group
Groups of 20+ can call and arrange a private overnight stay. Schools, churches, scouts, summer camps, families and other groups are welcome to make a reservation year-round. Overnight includes educational programming, paid admission, overnight stay, evening snack, night hike, conservation games, movie and morning hike. Other packages are available with additional amenities for a unique and memorable experience. Cost are per person and by facility (see Packages and Pricing list below) with a minimum age of 4 year old.
Campouts
Campouts are overnight educational programs where guests spend the night in platform canvas tents and enjoy learning about what happens at the Lee G. Simmons Conservation Park and Wildlife Safari (Ashland, Nebraska) after dark.
Campouts at Wildlife Safari Park will start at 7:00 pm to accomodate drivers from Lincoln and Omaha. Please plan on joining us from 7:00 pm to 9:00 am and enjoying the country air.
The Campout includes educational programming, overnight stay, park admission, evening hike, and morning hike. Due to health guidelines we are currently unable to provide an evening snack or breakfast. However, guests are allowed to bring food and drink (non-alcoholic) into the park to enjoy. Please feel free to bring marshmallows and s'more condiments to make the ulitimate evening snack! Guests will spend the night at the campsite with platform canvas tents and cots. Groups are asked to bring their own bedding, flashlights, chairs and bug spray.
Please also note Wildlife Safari Park allows food and non-alcoholic drinks to be brought into the Park especially during overnights. Groups are welcome to bring coolers and extra supplies as well as their own tents (if they choose). The Wildlife Safari Park practices "Leave No Trace" so please be aware of what you bring in you must pack out.
Cost is $40 per person (unless otherwise noted) with reservations made a minimum of three weeks in advance. One adult per tent is required and a minimum of 4 years of age to participate.
Wildlife Safari Park is located off Nebraska’s I-80, Exit 426.
16406 292nd Street
Ashland, NE 68003
*Concerned about attending Campouts? At Wildlife Safari Park, guest safety is our number one priority. To ensure this, Wildlife Safari Park Education Staff is performing enhanced cleaning and disinfecting protocols based on health and safety guidelines provided by state and local authorities. Additionally, all Park employees will be wearing masks through your stay. To help encourage a fun and safe environment we ask that our guests wear masks and observe six-foot social distancing. We will also be conducting a brief health check prior to class to make sure that all our guests feel safe and healthy. Number of guests are limited to ensure social distancing in class settings so reserve your spot today. Please feel free to contact our Education offices for more information at (402)738-2092 / Camps@omahazoo.com.
Private Campouts
Private Campouts are available for schools, churches, boy scouts, girl scouts, summer camps, families and more with a minimum of 15 people and can be reserved for any open date during the Wildlife Safari Park open season (April through October). Guests must be 4 years or older.
For more information please contact the Education Department at 402-739-2092 or at Camps@omahazoo.com.
