1 / 2Giraffe Ranch
📍 Dade City, FL
Giraffe Ranch in Dade City, FL is a 47-acre private wildlife preserve offering guided safari tours by 4WD vehicle, drive-thru, camel-back, or Segway. Over 600 animals on-site including giraffes, zebras, tapir, and pygmy hippos.
🏆 Family Action Verdict
Best for families with kids ages 3 and up. The standard vehicle safari suits all ages; camel tours require riders ages 3 and older. Segway tours are for ages 14 and up. The guided, educational format holds kids' attention better than a self-paced zoo walk. Giraffe feeding is a consistent highlight for children.
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💬 What Families Are Saying
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Eric Romig
5 months ago
“We did the drive thru with the owner/guide talking to us on an FM radio frequency. Lots of different animals! We spotted a fawn that appeared to be in distress. The guide picked her up immediately and had staff members take her to the clinic for care. The compound is well cared for and all the animals appear healthy and happy. The gentleman/owner is passionate about what they do and was very knowledgeable about the animals and Florida history. The giraffes were animated and appeared to enjoy interacting with us humans.”
Cheryl Young
5 months ago
“Giraffe Ranch is a fantastic wildlife preserve to see . We had a wonderful tour by owner guide who was so interesting you felt like you were in a Zoology classroom. Take your children and grandchildren to have a hands on experience.”
Debbie Pharr
5 months ago
“It was a great safari ride. Lots of good healthy animals to see. Feeding the giraffes was a highlight. Our driver was very knowledgeable and passionate about the ranch. Highly recommend a visit.”
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Overview
Giraffe Ranch operates as a fully guided safari experience on 47 acres outside Tampa, housing 600-plus animals across species including giraffes, zebras, pygmy hippos, tapir, and deer. Tour formats range from 4WD custom vehicle safaris to camel-back and Segway tours; a drive-thru option uses FM radio commentary from a guide vehicle. Owner-led tours deliver zoo-class zoological knowledge in a personal setting.
