Mission Safari - Captivate, Connect, Conserve

“We’re thrilled with Mission Safari and the glowing feedback from kids and adults!”

Matt Provence, Lehigh Valley Zoo

“This is an extraordinary adventure for parents and children… both fun and science-based!”

Jean-Pierre Ranger, Parc Safari

“My grandchildren were enthralled with the endangered species maze… What a wonderful way to combine fun and education!”

Grandparent, Brookfield Zoo

Captivate, Connect, Conserve

Themes of biodiversity, conservation, and customizable animal content connect through interactives, photo-ops, and a culminating Secret Safari quest that sends visitors on a search for featured animals within the maze and, for zoos, in their collection.

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SLIDE SHOW

BROCHURE

ONE SHEET

VIDEOS

SLIDESHOW

Welcome to Mission Safari!

Need a hug?
Try on a python in this thrilling photo op.

It Takes All Kinds
Explore the immense biodiversity on our planet and its critical role in the survival of all life on Earth.

Biodiversity and Us
Can you guess how biodiversity makes a direct impact on our everyday lives?

Kangaroo Leap
How do you compare to one of the animal kingdom’s greatest leapers?

Q&A Program
The Q&A program lets you choose your own path through the maze…

…by answering interesting and important questions about biodiversity and conservation.

Brachiation Station
Do you have the strength, grace, and timing to swing like a primate?

Wanna hang?
Slow down and learn to chill like a two-toed sloth.

Hanging Vines
Vines make up 8% of plants in rainforests and provide important habitat.

Spider Web Climb
Spiders are a vital part of the web of life.

Get a spider’s eye view of a wicked web you don’t want to get tangled up in…or DO you?

Take Flight
Test out your speed and agility as you soar like a bird of prey!

Conservation Pledge
Find out how you can support biodiversity and life on our planet. Then, make a pledge to help!

More Adventure Awaits!
Revisit the maze again and again to connect with featured animals in a hidden part of the maze.

Secret Safari
This Maze within a maze features a dozen missions that highlight animal adaptations, conservation status, and cultural connections.

How to Play
Spin the wheel to select a question about a target species.

Search for the animal in the maze.

When you find it, read the message to answer the question.

Zoo Connect
If you are featuring animals from your collection, flip doors direct visitors to their habitat.

Learning stories in the maze, and seeking the animal in the zoo create memorable connections between visitors and featured animals…

…that they’ll remember and appreciate long after.

Hide and Seek
Specially placed peek holes…

…let you catch glimpses of animals hidden on the Secret Safari.

Get Lost in the fun!

Complete your missions and find your way out!

This durably designed exhibit can withstand the elements outdoors…

…Or the most enthusiastic visitors indoors.

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LOCATIONS

Lehigh Valley Zoo
Sloan Museum
Holden Arboretum
Brookfield Zoo, IL
Parc Safari, Hemmingford, Quebec

VIDEOS

Mission Safari and Mission Botanica share the same structure and biodiversity content. Each version features animals (Safari) or plants (Botanica).