Ultimate Guide to Cebu Safari Adventure Park
WHAT'S IN THIS GUIDE?
Cebu Safari Zoo, a 170-hectare property owned by Cebuano pawnshop tycoon Michel J. Lhuillier, features more than 100 species including lions, giraffes, camels, tigers, zebras, among others.
Traveling to Cebu Safari Adventure Park for the first time? This detailed and curated travel guide will make it easy for you to plan a trip, save money and maximize your time. This guide will also make sure that you get the best out of your money while traveling to Cebu Safari Adventure Park.
Scroll down to read must-know travel tips before you go, followed by expenses of activities, things to do, and lots of extra travel tips.
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Cebu Safari & Adventure Park
✓ How to get there?
✓ Exact Location?
✓ What to expect about Cebu Safari & Adventure Park?
✓ Map Inside Cebu Safari & Adventure Park?
✓ Entrance Fees and Other Prices
✓ Operating Hours
✓ Attractions
✓ Restaurants
✓ Rooms
✓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
✓ Other Information
How to get there
✓ OPTION 1 (Cheapest) – Public Transportation (From Airport)
- From the Airport, hop on a SM MyBus at the Airport. You can check the schedule here. Fare is about PHP 50.00 (SGD$ 1.25, US$ 1, € 0.84 )
- Drop off at Parkmall / City Times Square. Be sure to ask the driver.
- From there, You may choose to ride a jeepney with route code of 01k and walk for a little bit in order to reach the North Bus Terminal in Mandaue City or you can hail a motorcycle using Angkas App/hail one in the area. Fare depends on the time of booking.
- After reaching North Bus Terminal in Mandaue City, ride a north bound bus. Ask the driver of the bus if they will pass by Carmen Public Market. If they do, ride that bus and drop off there.
- After reaching Carmen Public Market, ride a motorcycle or habal-habal to Cebu Safari.
✓ OPTION 2 (Cheapest) – Public Transportation (From Pier 1)
- Entry Point is Pier 1 Cebu.
- Then, Ride a jeep with a route code 02B. Stop at Colonnade Mall. Fare is around 8 PHP ( SGD$ 0.2 ,$0.16, € 0.14) . Travel time is around 15mins to 30mins (depends on the traffic).
- After that, you can ride a jeepney with route code 01k. Fare is around 8 PHP ( SGD$ 0.2 ,$0.16, € 0.14). Travel time is around 30mins to 45mins (depends on the traffic).
- Stop at North Bus Terminal in Mandaue City.
- After reaching North Bus Terminal in Mandaue City, ride a north bound bus. Ask the driver of the bus if they will pass by Carmen Public Market. If they do, ride that bus and drop off there.
- After reaching Carmen Public Market, ride a motorcycle or habal-habal to Cebu Safari.
✓ OPTION 3 (Expensive Option but recommended) – By Taxi or Grab Car
You may just simply navigate via Waze or Google Maps and search for “Cebu Safari and Adventure Park”.
Cebu Safari is located approx. 8km away from the highway. The landmark is the Carmen National High School — if you’re coming from Cebu City, make a left turn before this school. There are signages along the road to guide you.
Exact Location?
Exact location: Toril, Brgy Corte, Carmen, Cebu — approx. 2 hours away from Cebu City.
What to expect about Cebu Safari & Adventure Park?
Atop the beautiful and scenic hills of Carmen, about an hour’s drive away from Cebu City, adventure beckons for those who are ready to escape into something new and wonderful.
The Cebu Safari & Adventure Park is the premier Safari park in the country located in Northern Cebu. It serves as a sanctuary for hundreds of different species of plants and animals. Loop, this over 170-hectare property features more than a thousand animals from 120 different species.
The Park’s main features, for now, are the African Savanna, Michelle’s Garden, Gardens of the World, and the White Lion Safari.
The Park also caters to adventure seekers with its very own Adventure Park which features one of the longest and highest Ziplines in the country at 1.3 km. long and 671 m. above sea level.
Map Inside Cebu Safari & Adventure Park
The map will help you to plan ahead your desired route to maximize your time in the area.
Entrance Fees and Other Fees
- Adult: PHP 800.00 ( SGD$ 20, US$16, € 13.4)
- Kids 2 to 3ft: 50% off
- Kids below 2ft: FREE
- Senior Citizens & PWDs: 20% off
Please take note that for Senior Citizens, Persons with Disability (PWDs) and Kids ticket rates, the management wants you to purchase it on site for verification.
Ticket Inclusions:
- One-day admission to the Park
- Access to all animal viewing areas
- African Savanna Tour
- Bird Show
- Michel’s Garden
- Gardens of the World
- Safari Tram ride (non-exclusive)
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Operating Hours
| Operating Hours | |
|---|---|
| Wednesday – Sundays & Holidays | 08:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
Last entry/ticket selling is 2:00pm
What are the Attractions inside Cebu Safari & Adventure Park?
1. Adventure Parks / Rides
A. ATV (All Terrain Vehicle) Ride
- Cut-off for tickets is at 2:30PM
- Operating hours: 08:00 AM – 5:00 PM; last entry is at 3:30 PM
Conquer the road less traveled by in their ATVs and buggies! Get your gear on and ride the mountainous terrain as they have four (4) different trails for every level.
- Beginner Trail: 15 minutes trail course
- Intermediate Trail: 30 minutes trail course
- Advance Trail: 30-45 minutes trail course
B. Zip Line
- Cut-off for tickets is at 2:30PM
- Operating hours: 08:00 AM – 5:00 PM; last entry is at 3:30 PM
Overcome your fears and enjoy our 1.3 kilometers zip line. Zip your way through one of the nation’s longest and highest ziplines at 671 meters above sea level.
C. Sky Bike
- Cut-off for tickets is at 2:30PM
- Operating hours: 08:00 AM – 5:00 PM; last entry is at 3:30 PM
Cycle your way in the sky! Our sky bike is at almost 150 meters above the ground, definitely not for the faint-hearted.
2. African Savanna
- Operating hours: 10:00 AM – 3:30 PM
I wanted to experience the thrill of an African safari ride and thanks to Cebu Safari that experience came true!
For the first time in the country, get up close and personal with zebras and African antelopes in this unique safari ride. Take the vehicle tour inside the African Savanna, and witness these animals in their habitat.
3. Animal Feeding
- Orange Bengal tiger feeding is at 10:30 AM
- White Bengal tiger feeding is at 2:30 PM
- Giraffe feeding is at 3:00 PM
Check out how their keepers feed the safari animals. Currently, they have feeding schedules for their giraffes, white Bengal tigers, and orange Bengal tigers.
4. Bird Show
- Bird Show on Wednesdays to Saturdays is at 1:45 PM.
- On Sundays, we have two shows at 10:45 AM and 1:45 PM.
See Cebu Safari birds in action! You can see various birds on the stage: from the friendly macaws, chattering lories, and African crowned crane to raptures like Philippine Sea Eagle, Philippine Owl, and Philippine Hawk. See their tricks and talents, and know more about our aviary friends at the Bird Show.
5. Fauna
A. Birds
They have a lot of different species of birds. Try spotting the Swan Goose, Southern Cassowary, Scheepmaker’s Crowned Pigeon, Ruddy Shelduck, Rainbow Lory, Mindanao Rufous Hornbill, Mandarin Duck, Dusky Lory, Common Crowned Pigeon, Chattering Lory, Carolina Wood Duck, Bar Headed Goose, Scarlett Ibis, Red and Blue Lory, Victoria Crowned Pigeon & the infamous Black Swan.
B. Mammals
I have been to Singapore’s Safari and I can say that Cebu has its own wonder. Look fot Asian Small Clawed Otter, Rusa Deer, Donkey, Tiger, African Lion, Striped Hyena, Visayan Warty Pig, Meerkat and Bornean Orangutan.
C. Reptiles
They have 4 cold-blooded reptiles in the area – Spectacled Caiman, Saltwater Crocodile, Burmese Python and Amboina Box Turtle.
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6. Flora / Flowers
You have two (2) options to choose from, Michel’s Garden & Gardens of the World.
- Michel’s Garden is a flora walking trail showcasing a vast orchid garden and featuring Senyorito’s 40-year-old orchid collection.
- Gardens of the World is a beautiful tunnel garden featuring different kinds of plants from all over the world. You can see flora, landscapes, and representations of the seven continents, that’s why it’s called Gardens of the World!
7. White Lion Safari
- The cut-off for tickets is at 1:30 PM
- Operating hours: 09:00 AM to 03:00 PM
Meet the king of the wild! Meet our white lions all the way from France and Germany. Take the enclosed safari truck and enjoy the 15-minute ride in the white lion’s habitat.
8. Petting Zoo
Operating hours: 09:00 AM – 12:00 NN; 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Kids have a chance to pet our baby farm animals! Meet and greet with our baby goats and cows, ducks, rabbits, and more.
5 Restaurants Available Inside
1. Base Camp
- Operating hours: 08:00 AM – 4:30 PM
This is their main dining area serves Filipino food overlooking their kangaroos and wallabies. You can enjoy meals from their all-day breakfast menu, a la carte(solo) meals on weekdays and buffet on weekends and holidays. They also serve Filipino snacks at the Base Camp. You can find us in between the Aviary Dome and the Australian District.
2. The Outpost
- Operating hours: 09:00 AM – 4:30 PM
The Outpost serves western food. You can enjoy beef pot roast and fried chicken, as well as finger foods of hotdogs, burgers, nachos, and gourmet fries. Enjoy your meal while overlooking their giraffes, meerkats, and aquatic birds.
3. Pizzeria Michelangelo Ristorante Italiano
- Operating hours: 08:00 AM – 4:30 PM
You can find Pizzeria Michelangelo Ristorante Italiano in Orangutown. Pizzas, pastas, and other Italian dishes are served fresh here. The resto is located near the lemurs, gibbons, and orangutans.
4. Michel’s Pavilion
- Operating hours: 08:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Michel’s pavilion serves Auntie Anne’s pretzels and coffee. You can also enjoy the Filipino buffet lunch available on weekends and holidays. Dine and chill while overlooking their wide orchid and mayana garden.
5. Tiger Turf
- Operating hours: 08:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Get your gelato fix while enjoying the view of their tiger and blackbucks at the Tiger Turf. You can also enjoy Filipino buffet lunch available on weekends and holidays.
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Stay the Night in their Cabins
Be in with the nature with their perfect cabin overlooking the verdant lanscape of the mountains to the breathtaking view of the Camotes Sea.
1. Two-bedroom Cabin
- Each cabin offers 80 square meters (860 square feet) of luxury.
- Two-bedroom cabin: king bed, double bed, twin bed, or single double deck bed.
- Maximum of 6 persons (adults and children)
- * additional of two persons allowed, subject to extra person charges
- Check Prices of the Cabins at Cebu Safari & Adventure Park’s website
2. Three-bedroom Cabin
- Each cabin offers 108 square meters (1,160 square foot) of luxury.
- Three bedroom cabin: king bed, double bed, twin bed, or double deck bed (upper deck: single; lower deck: queen)
- Maximum of 10 persons (adults and children)
- * additional of two persons allowed, subject to extra person charges
- Check the Prices of the Cabins at Cebu Safari & Adventure Park’s website
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. Do we need a reservation to visit or we can just walk-in?
– Better to have a reservation to guarantee your slot. In the mean time, the management is limiting their visitors to just 2,000 per day, if you walk in and they are already full, they will not allow entry.
2. Where can we make our reservations?
– Email sales@cebusafari.ph to book your dates. They don’t accommodate reservations via cellphone or this Facebook account, just email them.
3. How long before we can get confirmation of our reservation?
– They process email request first in, first out and they are getting hundreds of emails per day. So please be patient.
4. How can we make payment?
– Once booking is confirmed, you will receive an email for the payment instructions.
5. Can we bring food and drinks inside the park?
– Sorry, but Cebu Safari doesn’t allow outside food and drinks to be brought inside the park. Don’t worry as there are restaurants around the park.
6. Do you have transportation service from Mandaue, Cebu City, or Carmen National Highway?
– There is none yet from Cebu City or Mandaue, but from Carmen Municipal Plaza to safari there is at PHP 100 per head, one way.
7. Do we accept credit cards?
– Yes.
8. Can I bring Selfie Sticks and drones?
– You can bring selfie sticks but please refrain it from using near the animals. As for the drones, you cannot bring it inside the park premises.
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Other Information
CONTACT DETAILS:
- Contact numbers: 0929-196-8191 / 0945-301-3700
- Email address: sales@cebusafari.ph
- Social: Facebook Page
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