Tanganyika Wildlife Park
A wildly different experience awaits at Tanganyika Wildlife Park — the world’s first wildlife day resort and one of Wichita’s most unique all-inclusive destinations.
Unlike a traditional zoo visit, Tanganyika offers a fully immersive, all-inclusive experience where breakfast, lunch, snacks, fountain drinks, beer, and wine are included with admission, along with unlimited animal feedings at eight different feeding stations and access to the kangaroo walkabout. From the moment you arrive, your day is designed to be simple, seamless, and packed with unforgettable moments.
Guests can hand-feed ring-tailed lemurs, giraffes, Indian rhinos, African tortoises, guinea pigs, bunnies, and pygmy hippos. Walk right up to kangaroos relaxing in the sun, or step inside a vibrant aviary where colorful lories land on your hand to sip nectar. These up-close experiences are included throughout the day, allowing visitors to move at their own pace and connect deeply with animals from around the world.
For those looking to take their visit even further, Tanganyika is nationally known for its penguin swim and otter swim experiences. Guests can reserve time in the water alongside playful African penguins or energetic otters, guided by expert animal care staff in carefully designed, choice-based encounters. These signature experiences are among the most memorable wildlife interactions available anywhere in the country and are a major reason visitors travel to Wichita from across the U.S.
Preservation of animals is at the core of Tanganyika’s mission, making every visit both meaningful and impactful. By creating close, positive connections between people and animals, the park inspires lifelong stewardship of wildlife and wild places.
Families will also love Tanganyika Falls, a 5,000-square-foot, animal-themed splash area included with admission, featuring slides, tipping buckets, waterfalls, climbing structures, and a giant water-spraying giraffe. Nearby, an expansive playground offers a 30-foot mega tower, a high-speed Typhoon slide, and multiple climbing adventures.
If you’re looking for a one-of-a-kind, all-inclusive attraction that blends wildlife, food, play, and unforgettable experiences into one easy day, Tanganyika Wildlife Park is a must-visit while in Wichita.
- Tanganyika Wildlife Park
- 1000 S. Hawkins Lane
- Goddard, KS 67052
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(316) 553-4650
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- Days & Hours: Spring (March 11 – May 26) Daily 10:00 am – 4:00 pm Summer (May 27 – Sept 4) Daily 9:00 am – 4:00 pm Wednesdays 9:00 am – 8:00 pm*** Fall (Sept 5 – Nov 12) Daily 10:00 am – 4:00 pm Splash Park – Summer Season Memorial Day through mid-August 10am to 4pm (tot-time 9:30-10) Mid-August to Labor Day Weekdays 10 am – 4 pm, Weekends 10 pm – 4pm ***Wild Wednesdays (Summer Season) 4 pm to 8pm—$10 entry Music, food trucks, and more! FREE for Silver and Gold pass holders.
- Admission/Price Range: starting at $34.99
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- Capacity: 350
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- Group Maximum: 2000
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- Days & Hours: Check website for dates/hrs www.twpark.com
- Description Tanganyika Wildlife Park is an exotic destination just 15 minutes from downtown. This premiere event facility is located in Goddard, on the west side of Wichita, and features three venue spaces that can accommodate a wide variety of parties and celebrations. This serene location provides some amazing backdrops for photos with beautiful landscapes and some of the world's most rare and endangered animals. You can even surprise your guests with a “Party Animal” at your celebration! They offer open catering and alcohol, and can accommodate up to approximately 350 guests for weddings, or more guests for corporate functions. It’s the perfect setting for a unique offsite meeting, complete with interactions like swimming with penguins, hand feeding lemurs and getting up close with kangaroos. If you are looking for a unique setting for your corporate event, wedding or family reunion, you and your guests will truly have A Wildly Different Experience at Tanganyika Wildlife Park.
- Total Sq. Ft. 9000
- Space Notes on-site catering is concession stands on site, open catering Yes
- Theatre Capacity 350
- Banquet Capacity 350
- Number of Rooms 3
Manyara Room
- Total Sq. Ft.: 1000
- Width: 40
- Length: 25
- Height: 10
- Theater Capacity: 100
- Classroom Capacity: 100
- Banquet Capacity: 75
- Reception Capacity: 75
Seronera Meeting Room
- Total Sq. Ft.: 1617
- Width: 33
- Length: 49
- Height: 10
- Theater Capacity: 247
- Classroom Capacity: 115
- Banquet Capacity: 100
- Reception Capacity: 100
Serengeti Room
- Total Sq. Ft.: 400
- Width: 40
- Length: 80
- Height: 12
- Theater Capacity: 400
- Classroom Capacity: 400
- Banquet Capacity: 300
- Reception Capacity: 300
Hawkins Estate
- Total Sq. Ft.: 100
- Width: 50
- Length: 20
- Height: 20
- Classroom Capacity: 15
