Tanganyika Wildlife Park Site Map

• Visiting The Park
  • Park Hours & Admission
    Tanganyika Wildlife Park is not your typical zoo. You can freely explore the Park where you will encounter supervised and hands-on exhibits, providing in-depth information and highly interactive encounters with some of natures most exotic creatures. At Tanganyika you may find yourself face to face with a kangaroo, have a giraffe eating out of your hand, or look up to a ring tailed lemur on your shoulder. It's experiences like these tha… more»
  • Membership Benefits
    Become a REAL member Tanganyika Real & Endangered Animal Lovers (REAL) are members and donors who share our passion for preserving and protecting endangered animals. More than 50% of the species in our care are animals who are endangered in the wild. Our hope is that by meeting these animals up close, by looking into their eyes and feeling that connection, more REAL members will step forward and join us in our effort to conserv… more»
  • Park Map
    Take a tour of Tanganyika Wildlife Park by using our interactive map below. See what exhibits we have and familiarize yourself with the Park before you visit. more»
  • Directions to the Park
    TWP is located on the West edge of Wichita at 1000 S. Hawkins Ln. in Goddard, KS. From Wichita Take HWY 54/US 400 (Kellogg) West to the stop light at 183rd St W. Go 1 mile North (Right) to Maple. Turn West (Left) and proceed approximately 1/2 mile to Hawkins Lane (on the left). Turn South (Left) and you will see the entrance at the end of the road Get Driving Directions View Larger Map more»
  • Animals & Exhibits
    Tanganyika is home to a few hundred animals, many of which you can directly interact with. Keep checking the website to see if your favorite animal is now on exhibit. We will update the list as we progress. Interactive ExhibitsAnimals listed below in GREEN are animals that visitors will generally be able to interact with, touch, and/or feed at different times throughout the day. Interactive exhibits may not be available … more»
  • The Park & You
    As you tour Tanganyika our guides will give you many opportunities not only learn about the animals, but in many cases interact directly with them. This hands-on approach gives you a rare chance to connect with some of natures most unique and often endangered species. Because Tanganyika is dedicated to education and animal preservation, your visit not only supports your experience at the park, but the very survival of many of the rare an… more»
  • Wild Wednesdays
    June Through July 2013 Now you can experience Tanganyika Wildlife Park in a whole new way! Every Wednesday, June through July, Tanganyika will stay open to 8:30 PM. During the summer animals tend to nap during the middle of the day, but as the evening rolls around they become very active. So it is a great time to get up close and personal with some of the rarest species in the World. In addition, there will be a band playing from 6:00 … more»
• Events & Weddings
  From formal weddings and receptions to event planning and birthday parties, Tanganyika Wildlife Park is a great Wichita destination for your next big event. Upcoming Park Events Event Planning Event Facilities Facility Services Birthday Parties more»
  • Upcoming Park Events
  • Event Planning
    Book Your EventTo book an event or for more information send email to events@twpark.com or call (316) 794-8954.  Prides, gaggles, mobs, schools & herds! Tanganyika Wildlife Park has a wide variety of facilities and services to accommodate all sorts of groups and special needs. We’re ready to host your next: Birthday Party Wedding Ceremony & Reception Company Event Family Gathering Tanganyika Wildlife Park h… more»
  • Event Facilities
    Book Your EventTo book an event or for more information send email to events@twpark.com or call (316) 794-8954.  Tanganyika Center Serengeti Room 4325 ft2 that can accommodate as many as 400 people inside Effectively climate controlled to account for the harshest times of year State of the Art equipment including a high resolution projector and full-range speakers Elegantly decorated Wet Kitchen for caterers and a dedicated s… more»
  • Facility Services
    Book Your EventTo book an event or for more information send email to events@twpark.com or call (316) 794-8954.  Park Admission Renting the Serengeti Room allows all visitors of the event to receive Park admission for a highly discounted rate, which is great for filling time between the ceremony and the reception dinner. Guided Tours Have one of our guides take you through the Park for one-of-a-kind experience. Our guides are kno… more»
  • Birthday Parties
    Book Your Birthday PartyTo book a birthday or for more information email edu@twpark.com or call (316) 794-8954 ext 102. Tanganyika's Child Birthday Package includes: An exclusive outdoor area for your party for 1 1/2 hours A Guest Services attendant to assist with set-up, clean-up and presentation of the Animal Ambassador Admission for 2 Guests and 10 Participants Serving materials for Birthday Barticipants including tablecloth, p… more»
• Conservation & Education
  From offiste programs and overnight safari sleepovers to school field trips and scouts programs, Tanganyika Wildlife Park is dedicated to educating children about the important of animal conservation. Educational Programs Schools Scouts Overnight Safaris more»
  • Educational Programs
    After providing group tours and unique animal encounters to the public for nearly a decade, Tanganyika Wildlife Park is excited to expand its Education Department by offering a variety of education programs for all ages. Tanganyika’s education programs, whether held onsite or offsite, provide a fun atmosphere to learn about conservation and the natural world. With programs for scouts, classrooms, and families, you’re sure to f… more»
  • Schools
    Guided Tours Join one of our experienced guides on a 30-minute tour around Tanganyika. Tours meet Kansas State Science Standards for grades K through 12. Tours for younger and older groups are also available and are tailored to the age of your group. Please note, Guided Tours may only be scheduled Monday through Friday during the Park's "open" season (March – November). Cost: Free with Park admission of $6.00 per person All Ages … more»
  • Scouts
    Guided Tours Join one of our experienced guides on a 30-minute tour around Tanganyika. Scouts will visit several exhibits, learn about the animals, and have the chance to further their learning by asking questions. Please note, Guided Tours may only be scheduled Monday through Friday during the Park's "open" season (March – November). CostFree with Park admission if the group includes 15 or more Scouts. For groups with fewer than … more»
  • Overnight Safaris
    Spend the night in style at Tanganyika with an Overnight Safari! Campers explore the wide and wonderful world of nocturnal animals, meet some animal visitors, play games, and work on craft projects. Tanganyika staff even lead a flashlight tour of the Wildlife Park! Campers will sleep under the stars (weather permitting) or inside one of our climate-controlled buildings. An evening snack and breakfast are included in the overnight registra… more»
  • Species Survival Fund
    Mission The Species Survival Fund is a 501(c)(3) with the purpose of supporting exotic and endangered animal conservation and education efforts locally (via Tanganyika Wildlife Park) and around the world.  Origin SSF was originally created by Jim and Sherri Fouts to increase awareness and educate potential visitors about thevarious rare and endangered species housed at their facility.  In 2006, the Fouts’ decided to dra… more»
• Special Events
  From formal weddings and receptions to event planning and birthday parties, Tanganyika Wildlife Park is a great Wichita destination for your next big event. Upcoming Park Events Event Planning Event Facilities Facility Services Birthday Parties more»
  • Pumpkins at the Park
     Presented by Midwest KIA   October 19th, 20th, 26th - 28th6:00 PM to 9:00 PM Our family favorite Halloween spooktacular returns this year, with more thrills and more chills than ever before. The park after dark is loaded with surprises, with just the right amount of fright to keep young fans of the season coming back for more year after year. The best part is that all proceeds go to support our Winter Fund, helping u… more»
  • Meritrust Tiger Trot at Tanganyika
    **Click Here for 2012 Results**     15K & 5k Sunday, September 9th, 2012 15K begins at 8:15 am and 5k begins at 8:30 AM Location: Tanganyika Wildlife Park Entry: 15k - $40.00 in advance or $45.00 day of   5k - $30.00 in advance or $35.00 day of Run for the Fund of it! Tanganyika Wildlife Park is a private, family-owned zoo passionate about preserving end… more»
  • Safari Splashdown
  • Twilight Tours
    An Enchanted Benefit Event   This year's twilight tour has been set for May 11th, 2013 at 5:00 pm.  As dusk approaches, the energy at Tanganyika Wildlife Park takes on an enchanting quality. While the sun starts to set, the senses begin to rise, turning toward other signs of the presence of these magnificent animals nearby. The reverberating roar of a lion, a sound heard most often at night, carrying nearly five … more»
  • Photo Day at Tanganyika
    June 3rd, 2012 Participate as a Model or Photographer Open to all ages Guided Tour for the serious photographers Photo contest for best photo submitted A family-friendly event Guided Tour: Sign-in at 8:30 A.M. $35.00 per photographer, model admission $7.00. This is a staff guided tour designed for photographers by a photographer. This year the tour will also include some of the Roosevelt Park Zoo animals from Minot, ND. Pho… more»