This was a great experience. Besides going on an African safari, where else can you see rhinos roaming around, not in cages? It was nice being able to see cheetahs from up above on the boardwalk without a fence in the way. We visited in the latter part of October and the giraffes were put up because of the cooler temperatures. This was our first time here so we booked the Open-Air bus Safari. Next time we’ll probably reserve the off-road Wildside safari to get a little closer to the animals, but many of the animals were right by the road when we were on the open-air bus. It was so much fun!

We stayed two nights in the Grand Yurt. The yurt was perfect. Central AC, mini fridge, and super comfy bed. The provided meals were delicious. The yurts are a short walk to the Overlook Cafe. There is a slight walk down to the Grand Yurt. The concierge service is a nice touch. The Open Air Safari was very educational. Make sure to bring a drink with you. The Wild Side Safari was exceptional. You get up close and personal with a lot of the animals. The Rhinos like to rub against the jeep. Bottled water was provided. The Zip Line was a lot of fun. Again, I suggest you bring water with you. All of the staff were very informative as well as helpful and fun.

The Force is alive in every hoofbeat and roar at The Wilds. We embarked on the Wildside Safari, and it surpassed every expectation. Rather than being confined to paved paths, we rode off-road in a custom truck with padded seats and a canopy — comfort and adventure in harmony. The open-air safari is lovely, but restricted to roads; the Wildside version lets you move closer to the animals, even into hidden corners of their habitat. (Be sure to bring binoculars as backup!) A moment I will never forget: we visited the giraffe barn and hand-fed a giraffe. With chill in the air, they’d been brought inside — an exclusive experience only possible on Wildside. To look eye to eye with that gentle giant and extend your hand is to touch a living Force. Our guide channeled true Jedi wisdom, weaving facts, conservation tales, and ways we can help protect these creatures and their world. After the safari, we browsed the gift shop and dined at the café, gazing out over the vast meadows — a scene so tranquil it could quiet the busiest mind. The Wilds also offers ziplining, horseback riding, and lodging options (yurts, cabins, camping). In fact, when you stay overnight, you may even get a tour‐discount. 📸 Jedi Camera Tips: Wide-angle lens captures sweeping vistas, savanna skies, and dramatic herd scenes. Zoom or telephoto lens (100–500mm or similar) gets you intimate shots of rhinos, giraffes, and especially those up-close barn moments. Don’t forget to shoot in “burst” or continuous mode — animals move with sudden grace.

We had a great time and awesome experience! Our tour guide was amazing, we couldn't have asked for better! (Got lucky there! 🙃) The animals were active, we had a cool brisk morning, everything but the giraffes were out and about. Glad we brought binoculars but still had all the animals close enough we didnt "NEED" them by any means.

Fantastic trip worth the $40. 2 1/2 hours trip through beautiful scenic area with animals coming right up to vehicle. Guide was great. Shared lots of fun and interesting facts about the animals. Recommend going when temps are above 75 degrees so the Giraffes and Camels are still out.

Exceeded our expectations. We stayed in a king sized yurt and did the Wildside tour. Worth every single penny. We got up close to the animals and learned so much new information from Logan, our tour guide. We got to feed a giraffe also! Lois was the best concierge staff for Nomad Ridge and we shared great conversations with other guests around the fire. Dinner and breakfast were included with our stay.

My Fiancée and I stayed at Nomad Ridge, did the open-air safari, and took part in the 10-course zip-line tour. We highly recommend all the tours/experiences we took part in! The open-air safari tours are fun and educational for all ages. The zip-lines are exhilarating and feel like a good length for the cost, just remember to dress warm if it's windy out. Nomad Ridge is a wonderful experience in itself. The yurts are comfortable with all the needed modern amenities while still feeling like a part of nature. We stayed in a "difficult" access yurt and had an amazing view of the land with animals. If you're packing more than a backpack, it may be difficult to get your luggage up and down the gravel pathways to those specific yurts. The dinner & breakfast included were tasty and felt worth the price of the hotel room. The fire pit at night was a cozy and romantic place to watch the sunset with a glass of wine. Overall, well worth the price. We hope to come back in the future!

This was a great experience. Besides going on an African safari, where else can you see rhinos roaming around, not in cages? It was nice being able to see cheetahs from up above on the boardwalk without a fence in the way. We visited in the latter part of October and the giraffes were put up because of the cooler temperatures. This was our first time here so we booked the Open-Air bus Safari. Next time we’ll probably reserve the off-road Wildside safari to get a little closer to the animals, but many of the animals were right by the road when we were on the open-air bus. It was so much fun!

We stayed two nights in the Grand Yurt. The yurt was perfect. Central AC, mini fridge, and super comfy bed. The provided meals were delicious. The yurts are a short walk to the Overlook Cafe. There is a slight walk down to the Grand Yurt. The concierge service is a nice touch. The Open Air Safari was very educational. Make sure to bring a drink with you. The Wild Side Safari was exceptional. You get up close and personal with a lot of the animals. The Rhinos like to rub against the jeep. Bottled water was provided. The Zip Line was a lot of fun. Again, I suggest you bring water with you. All of the staff were very informative as well as helpful and fun.

The Force is alive in every hoofbeat and roar at The Wilds. We embarked on the Wildside Safari, and it surpassed every expectation. Rather than being confined to paved paths, we rode off-road in a custom truck with padded seats and a canopy — comfort and adventure in harmony. The open-air safari is lovely, but restricted to roads; the Wildside version lets you move closer to the animals, even into hidden corners of their habitat. (Be sure to bring binoculars as backup!) A moment I will never forget: we visited the giraffe barn and hand-fed a giraffe. With chill in the air, they’d been brought inside — an exclusive experience only possible on Wildside. To look eye to eye with that gentle giant and extend your hand is to touch a living Force. Our guide channeled true Jedi wisdom, weaving facts, conservation tales, and ways we can help protect these creatures and their world. After the safari, we browsed the gift shop and dined at the café, gazing out over the vast meadows — a scene so tranquil it could quiet the busiest mind. The Wilds also offers ziplining, horseback riding, and lodging options (yurts, cabins, camping). In fact, when you stay overnight, you may even get a tour‐discount. 📸 Jedi Camera Tips: Wide-angle lens captures sweeping vistas, savanna skies, and dramatic herd scenes. Zoom or telephoto lens (100–500mm or similar) gets you intimate shots of rhinos, giraffes, and especially those up-close barn moments. Don’t forget to shoot in “burst” or continuous mode — animals move with sudden grace.

We had a great time and awesome experience! Our tour guide was amazing, we couldn't have asked for better! (Got lucky there! 🙃) The animals were active, we had a cool brisk morning, everything but the giraffes were out and about. Glad we brought binoculars but still had all the animals close enough we didnt "NEED" them by any means.

Fantastic trip worth the $40. 2 1/2 hours trip through beautiful scenic area with animals coming right up to vehicle. Guide was great. Shared lots of fun and interesting facts about the animals. Recommend going when temps are above 75 degrees so the Giraffes and Camels are still out.

Exceeded our expectations. We stayed in a king sized yurt and did the Wildside tour. Worth every single penny. We got up close to the animals and learned so much new information from Logan, our tour guide. We got to feed a giraffe also! Lois was the best concierge staff for Nomad Ridge and we shared great conversations with other guests around the fire. Dinner and breakfast were included with our stay.

My Fiancée and I stayed at Nomad Ridge, did the open-air safari, and took part in the 10-course zip-line tour. We highly recommend all the tours/experiences we took part in! The open-air safari tours are fun and educational for all ages. The zip-lines are exhilarating and feel like a good length for the cost, just remember to dress warm if it's windy out. Nomad Ridge is a wonderful experience in itself. The yurts are comfortable with all the needed modern amenities while still feeling like a part of nature. We stayed in a "difficult" access yurt and had an amazing view of the land with animals. If you're packing more than a backpack, it may be difficult to get your luggage up and down the gravel pathways to those specific yurts. The dinner & breakfast included were tasty and felt worth the price of the hotel room. The fire pit at night was a cozy and romantic place to watch the sunset with a glass of wine. Overall, well worth the price. We hope to come back in the future!