# SDZ Safari Park - Travel Guide — Park map & walking directions

> Safari Park navigation, animal locations, and visit planning tool. (iPhone/iPad app by San Diego Zoo.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sdz-safari-park-travel-guide/id1550625930 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [San Diego Zoo](https://appshunter.io/developer/346258639)
- Category: Travel, Entertainment
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.86/5 from 4,496 App Store ratings · 38 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.0 · 62 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2021-03-03
- Data updated: 2026-08-28
- Monetization: ad-supported
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sdz-safari-park-travel-guide/id1550625930/reviews.md

## What is SDZ Safari Park?

Use the San Diego Zoo Safari Park app to get the most out of your visit to the Safari Park! Follow one of the preset walking paths or find directions to your favorite animal. Finding your way around has never been easier! Plan your day by adding must see animals, dining, and shopping experiences.

## Key features

- Park map
- Walking directions
- Animal locations
- Dining and shopping finder
- Itinerary planning

## What do users think of SDZ Safari Park?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 🚀 Great experience!
- 👍 Wonderful
- 👍 Handy information
- 👍 Deluxe Safari Cart
- 👍 The Best
- 👍 Awesome
- 👍 Amazing Day
- 👍 Safari Park Zipline
- 👍 Wonderful day

**Cons**

- 🐛 Broken and useless
- 🐛 Just Useless!
- 🔍 Difficult to know which way to go
- 🔍 Poor Directions
- 🔍 Maps missing key features
- 🐛 Glitchy

**Commonly reported bugs**

- App won't let me load my membership
- Can't find any information I'm looking for
- Directions are incorrect

**Most requested features**

- Allow adding zoo passes to Apple wallet
- Improve map clarity and navigation

## Recent user reviews (10 of 38)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sdz-safari-park-travel-guide/id1550625930/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Horrible service

*2026-05-25, version 1.1.34*

The gps of this map 🗺️ had me go off the track and it tried to make me go in to an animal exhibit. Apparently rules don’t apply to this map.

### 5/5 — Surprised my girlfriend with tickets🥰

*2026-04-26, version 1.1.34*

It was my girlfriends 1st time there.She really enjoyed it and is looking forward to her next visit
Tool🙂

### 1/5 — Confusing and Frustrating to Use

*2025-12-31, version 1.1.32*

I found the San Diego Zoo app extremely difficult to navigate. The layout did not mirror the printed maps provided at the zoo, which made it hard to follow along while walking the grounds. The app also failed to track my current location, and the numbering system for exhibits made little to no sense. Instead of helping guide my visit, it added frustration. Overall, a very disappointing experience.

### 1/5 — Not helpful

*2025-10-17, version 1.1.30*

Doesn’t show restroom locations, water refill stations, ride/ attractions. While on a pathway map did not show any path. Better off getting a physical map

### 4/5 — Have to manually re-add passes

*2025-09-01, version 1.1.29*

Love the zoo but having two separate apps for the main zoo and the Safari Park means I have to delete and re-import our annual passes when we renew them for a new year as they show as expired otherwise after the previous year. Would also be nice to just toggle between the two parks in the same app.

### 5/5 — It’s actually great

*2025-04-18, version 1.1.27*

I didn’t know that a tourist attraction app was capable of being good but this app really is! Turn by turn navigation, searchable park map, nice looking UI.

### 5/5 — Great experience!  Food, animal access, & service

*2024-07-07, version 1.1.21*

We brought a dear friend who was pregnant and were able to use the ADA services pick-up spots!  That made it possible to ride the tram & select from multiple food options.  Kudos!
We LOVED seeing the only platypuses on display in this country & glad that the San Diego Zoo has been entrusted to breed them!  Close access to the tiger family was fascinating & exciting.  The Australian walkabout (kangaroos, wallabies, etc & the red panda) clearly offered a view into what it might be like in the Outback!
Thank you!

### 1/5 — Broken and useless

*2024-03-16, version 1.1.18*

App won’t let me load my membership, repeatedly sends an error message. Updated and reinstalled and everything. Won’t work.

### 5/5 — Wonderful

*2024-01-28, version 1.1.16*

Really nice

### 4/5 — Useful guide but please allow Apple Wallet

*2024-01-16, version 1.1.16*

The app is useful when visiting but I have two issues,
Please allow adding zoo passes to Apple wallet.
This would be extremely convenient as you can easily open Apple wallet instead of having to open the app and it would also add support for passes on Apple Watch.

My second issue is the map in the app is a little confusing, the scale is strange and it’s hard to figure out where everything is.

## Frequently asked questions about SDZ Safari Park

### What does the Safari Park app do?

The app helps you navigate the San Diego Zoo Safari Park. It provides a park map and walking directions to specific animals, dining locations, and shopping areas. You can also plan your day by adding desired attractions to your itinerary.

### How do I find animals or attractions in the park?

The app features a park map and allows you to search for your favorite animals or specific points of interest. It will then provide walking directions to guide you there, making it easy to find what you're looking for.

### Is this app free to use?

Yes, the app is free to download and use. It is supported by advertisements, so you may see ads while using the application.

### Can I plan my visit in advance with this app?

Absolutely. You can plan your day by adding must-see animals, dining experiences, and shopping locations directly within the app. This helps you make the most of your time at the Safari Park.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.1.35 — 2026-07-04

This update contains minor updates, bug fixes, and performance improvements.

### 1.1.34 — 2026-03-12

This update contains minor updates, bug fixes, and performance improvements.

### 1.1.33 — 2026-01-27

This update contains minor updates, bug fixes, and performance improvements.

### 1.1.32 — 2025-12-12

This update contains minor updates, bug fixes, and performance improvements.

### 1.1.31 — 2025-11-07

This update contains minor updates, bug fixes, and performance improvements.

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