![]() ![]() ![]() Deposits are required to confirm reservations. Campers enjoy a special discount to the wildlife safari preserve and adventure park while staying at the KOA. Convenient to churches, malls and medical facilities. Just minutes away from our famous beaches, the glitter and glamour of Palm Beach, world class fishing and public golf courses. There are shower facilities and restrooms for your convenience, laundry facilities, heated pool, playground, horseshoes, and more. World famous Lion Country Safari added a modern full-service KOA campground to accommodate those campers who seek an exciting wild animal adventure in the safari park.Ĭampground Facilities Include: RV sites with full hookups, Rustic Cabins that sleep up to 4 people, and tent sites (bring your own tent or rent one of ours!). Hundreds of thousands of people visit Lion Country Safari every year to experience the thrill of eye-ball-to-eye-ball viewing of magnificent animals in a natural open environment.Where else can you sleep to the sounds of night time Africa and wake up to the roar of lions? Only at Lion Country Safari’s award-winning campground located adjacent to a 320-acre drive-through wild animal preserve and adventure park, yet secluded enough for a restful campout. In its 54th year of operation, Lion Country Safari-Florida is one of South Florida’s leading attractions and Palm Beach County’s largest tourist attraction. The KOA Campground was opened in the 1980's to provide overnight accommodation for visitors. The restaurant and gift shops were among the earlier additions, with many of the habitats, attractions and interactive experiences added later over the years to enhance the visitors’ experience at the park. Safari World, the walk-through area of the park, has been developed and improved since the park initially opened. Among the more notable species on display at the park are lions, white rhino, chimpanzees, zebra, and giraffe. Today, Lion Country Safari is home to over 900 animals in drive-through preserve and Safari World habitats. ABOUT LION COUNTRY SAFARI Lion Country Safari-Florida opened in 1967, in rural Western Palm Beach County as the first drive-through safari park in the country and introduced a new concept to animal lovers, “The Cageless Zoo.” Lion Country Safari was originally developed by a group of entrepreneurs who wanted to bring the experience of an African game park, then and now, an expensive and time-consuming trip, to families who would otherwise not be able to experience an African safari. MISSION STATEMENT Be a leader in animal care, conservation, and education to inspire people through connections with wildlife in a fun, family-friendly environment. Free tickets to attractions through Florida and discounts for family members. ![]() Performance based increase and review after first 90 days.Insurance available (medical, dental, and life).For consideration, please complete an Employment Application, found at Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a post-offer, pre-employment drug screen, and background check. A degree in an animal related field is preferred, but equivalent combinations of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job will be considered. Must be able to lift 50 pounds and work weekends/holidays. Specifically, Chimpanzee experience is preferred. Preference for this position will be given to those individuals with at least 2 years’ experience at an AZA accredited institution. Must be able to swim and possess a valid Florida driver’s license. ![]() Head west on Southern Blvd about 10 miles. It is a great way to save while you stay. While performing the duties of this job, the Keeper will be regularly required to bend, stand, walk, climb, balance, throw, and lift. Click here to view camping deals for West Palm Beach / Lion Country Safari KOA Journey. Keepers are expected to prepare animal health records, follow prescribed primate diets, and strictly adhere to safety protocols. Keepers are also responsible for maintaining primate habitats and holdings and identifying maintenance issues in need of correction or repair. 2003 Lion Country Safari Road Loxahatchee, FL 33470 Lion Country Safari 56 Floridas only drive-through safari and walk-through amusement park invites you to spend the day on safari with over 900 animals. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: all facets of animal husbandry, including training, animal observations, and enrichment. Our Chimpanzee area is currently home to chimpanzees and white-handed gibbons. You must demonstrate leadership in your role and provide input and expertise in support of Lion Country Safari’s mission statement. We are seeking a skilled, energetic individual to join our wildlife team. Lion Country Safari is currently accepting applications for the position of Keeper II/III for our Chimpanzee routine. ![]()
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