Featured Things to do during COVID-19

Safari Wild Animal Park & Preserve - COMO

Safari Wild is a 450 Acre Authentic African Drive Through Safari Park and Wild Animal Preserve located in Historic Como, MS just 40 miles south of Memphis, TN. From the comfort of your own vehicle, you can drive through miles of Safari Roads as you view hundreds of rare and endangered animals. At Safari Wild you will have opportunities to get up close and personal with animals, interact, feed, and photograph.

Admission: Adults: $16
Children (2-12): $12

Paid Extras: Camel Rides - $8 a ride: children must be at least 3 years old to ride. Weekends only.
Giraffe Feeding - $5

Hours: Monday-Saturday: 9AM-5PM (Last car enters at 4PM)
Sunday: 12PM-5PM (Last car enters at 4PM)
Closed: Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve Day, Christmas Day.

Address: 1549 Rooks Rd, Como, MS 38619

Phone: (662) 526-0001

photos courtesy of Safari Wild Animal Park & Preserve

MCCLAIN SAFARI - Brandon

****(COVID-19 NOTICE: SAFARI, PETTING ZOO, BATHROOMS, GIFT SHOP, BAKERY, MARKET, AND RESTAURANT REMAIN OPEN)****

“With a different exotic animal around every turn, our Safari Tour is certain to delight the child in all of us. Home to over 200 animals, our safari park is home to over 40 exotic species.”

Kid-friendly Features: Gift shop, restrooms, changing tables, water fountain, market, restaurant & bakery, petting zoo walking trail stroller accessible and wheelchair accessible

DRIVE THRU SAFARI EXPERIENCE: Feed included. Enjoy our exotics from the comfort of your own vehicle. Perfect for all Ages.
Admission:
Per Participant: $12
Infant: Free

SEMI- PRIVATE VEHICLE TOUR:Includes Petting Zoo Walking Trail 45 Minute Private Guided Tour that goes off-road & gets up close with our Animals. Perfect for Small Groups or Families.
Admission:
Per Participant: $30
8 Person Private: $240
12 Person Private: $360

PETTING ZOO WALKING TRAIL:
Walking Trail through our Petting Zoo, Guests are able to Feed Farm Animals, Kangaroos, Alpacas, Camels, & More! Perfect for all Ages & Wheelchair Accessible
Admission: Free

Hours:
Drive Thru Safari Experience:Monday – Sunday: 10AM– 6PM

Petting Zoo Walking Trail
Sunday – Monday: 8AM-6PM
Tuesday – Saturday: 8AM to Dusk

Address: 874 Holly Bush Road, Brandon, MS 39047

Phone: (601) 829-1101

photos courtesy of Allan Innman

Clinton Community Nature Center - CLinton

****(During COVID-19 the trails will remain open, however Price Hall and Play Forest are closed. No Bathrooms will be available at this time.)****

The Clinton Community Nature Center features miles of beautiful, shaded walking trails, Play Forest, Mud Kitchen, Splashing Frog Water Feature, amphitheater, native plants, Price Hall, popular annual events and programs.

The Nature Center is owned and operated by the Clinton Community Nature Center Association, Inc., a 501c(3) non-profit organization formed to preserve a precious tract of woods, located right in the heart of Clinton, Mississippi. The Nature relies heavily on Supporters, Volunteers, Memberships, and Fundraisers. We strive to conserve our land and historic features while developing a place for the application, enjoyment, and study of nature in all aspects.

Hours: Everyday 7 AM - sunset

Address: 617 Dunton Road, Clinton, MS 39056

Phone: (601) 926-1104

photos courtesy of Allan Innman