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- Roll through São Paulo’s lush Atlantic Forest on Simba Safari, where lions and giraffes are just metres away from your open-sided truck.
- After a hiatus of 20 years, the iconic wildlife experience in São Paulo returns with approximately 300 animals representing around 40 species across an expansive area of 150,000 sqm.
- As you journey through Simba Safari, your guide shares stories and facts about each animal encountered, making it both educational and thrilling.
- Enjoy a front-row view from the open-sided truck as you explore naturalized habitats designed to mimic each animal’s real-world environment.
Your Experience
Welcome to Simba Safari in São Paulo — your unique Africa-inspired safari experience right within Brazil's Atlantic Forest. Get up close with lions, giraffes, and hippos as you start an memorable adventure.
Getting started
To begin your journey, present your ticket at the entrance located on Avenida do Cursino, 6338. Ensure you arrive at least 30 minutes before your session starts; trucks leave once full but offer a 15-minute grace period for late arrivals.
The Simba Safari is an iconic wildlife attraction in São Paulo and part of the renowned São Paulo Zoo complex. After being closed for 20 years, it has reopened with renewed excitement, bringing African safari thrills deep into Brazil's heartland.
- Experience nature up close: Board an open-sided safari truck to venture through the Atlantic Forest where you'll encounter zebras, hippos in their pools, and lions soaking up the sun — all from your seat.
- Guided insights: Your guide will enrich your journey with stories, conservation tips, and intriguing facts about each animal sighting, ensuring a memorable experience.
- Diverse wildlife encounters: Over 300 animals representing 40 different species await you on this 3km expedition. Expect to see big cats, exotic birds, and savannah giants among others.
Inclusions & Exclusions
- Entry to Simba Safari
- Guided tour conducted in an official safari vehicle
- Opportunities for sightings of 40 exotic animal species
- Access granted to a 3km long forest trail
- Access to the São Paulo Zoo
- Entry into the Botanical Garden
- Hotel pick-up and return service
This product offers multiple ticket options. Some items above (like transfers or fast-track access) may only apply to specific options — confirm what's included when you select yours.
Must Know
- Present your ticket at the entrance on Avenida do Cursino, 6338 and arrive at least 30 minutes before your session to ensure a spot in one of the safari trucks.
- Remember that private vehicles are not allowed; all visitors must use the park's official safari trucks for their tour.
- A light layer or hat is recommended as the open-sided truck can be breezy on sunny or cooler days, but there’s no need to bring a heavy coat.
- Feeding animals during your visit is not permitted; enjoy observing them in their naturalized habitats instead.
- If you have accessibility needs, please notify the team at least 48 hours in advance as both the safari truck and park entrance are wheelchair accessible.
Ticket Delivery
- Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.
- Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.
- Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.
Cancellation Policy
These tickets can't be rescheduled or cancelled.
Frequently asked questions
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Booking FAQs
The safari truck has a roof but open sides. A light layer or hat is recommended on sunny or cooler days.
Private vehicles are not permitted on the trail. All visitors must use the park's safari trucks. Feeding the animals is not allowed at any point during the tour.
The safari truck is fully wheelchair accessible, as is the park entrance. Visitors with accessibility needs should notify the team at least 48 hours in advance.
Simba Safari is open daily, including holidays. This ticket covers Simba Safari only. The São Paulo Zoo is a separate attraction requiring its own ticket. On-site paid parking is available for passenger cars.
Yes, your visit includes a guided tour in an official safari truck where guides share stories and facts about each animal you encounter.
No, all visitors must undergo mandatory security checks before entering the park. Skip-the-line privileges do not apply to these essential procedures.
Access to the São Paulo Zoo is excluded from your Simba Safari experience.
The safari trucks have open sides, so it's recommended to bring a light layer or hat on sunny or cooler days.
No, all visitors must use the park’s official safari trucks. Private vehicles are not permitted on the trail.
Feeding the animals is strictly prohibited at any point during your tour.
You should present your ticket and arrive at least 30 minutes before your scheduled time. There's a 15-minute grace period for late arrivals, after which trucks depart once full.
Yes, both the safari truck and park entrance are fully wheelchair accessible. Visitors with accessibility needs should notify the team at least 48 hours in advance.
Your ticket includes entry to Simba Safari, a guided tour on an official safari truck, sightings of 40 exotic species, and access to the 3km forest circuit.
No, hotel pickup and drop-off are not included in your Simba Safari experience.
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