Park Hours
Spring (March 11 – May 26)
Daily 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Summer (May 27 – Sept 4)
Daily 9:00 am – 4:00 pm
Wednesdays 9:00 am – 8:00 pm***
Fall (Sept 5 – Nov 12)
Daily 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Splash Park – Summer Season
Memorial Day through mid-August
10am to 4pm (tot-time 9:30-10)
Mid-August to Labor Day Weekdays
10 am – 4 pm, Weekends 10 pm – 4pm
***Wild Wednesdays
(Summer Season)
4 pm to 8pm—$10 entry
Music, food trucks, and more!
FREE for Silver and Gold pass holders.
Location & Directions
Tanganyika Wildlife Park is located on the West edge of Wichita at:
GPS Update:
Google Maps and Apple Maps are both routing people to our service entrance off 183rd St W. If you use one of these apps for directions, make sure you go North to Maple St and then head West to Hawkins Ln. The true Park entrance is at the end of that road.
Food & Dining
Luna's Canteen
Luna's Canteen offers full meal combos with sandwiches, chicken strips, fries or chips, and a variety of other snacks like gourmet pretzels, nachos, etc. They also have kids meals available. The beverage selection includes a full range of bottled drinks, juices, and souvenir cups for smoothies like the Tanganyika Twister, coffee-based drinks like the Giraffe-a-Latte and Okapi-ccino to keep you energized, slushies, and self-service fountain drinks.
The Thirsty Sloth provides four local beers on tap and up to four different frozen beverages such as Margaritas, Sangrias, etc. During the Spring and Fall it is typically only open on the weekends. During the summer, it will be open daily.
Bring Your Own!
If you don't want to try one of our delicious dining options, you are welcome to bring in your own food and beverages except for glass containers and alcohol.
Rentals
Single Stroller
$6.00
Wagon
$9.00
Wheelchair
$15.00
Electric Scooter
$25.00
Lodging
Hawkins Estate at Tanganyika
Step into the comfort of this luxurious 5BR home in the very heart of Tanganyika Wildlife Park, allowing you to observe cheetahs from the back deck. Situated in the most interactive zoo in the Midwest, it promises a relaxing retreat surrounded by mesmerizing nature and wildlife
Luxurious design, scenic views, and a rich amenity list will leave you in awe.
Wichita Area Hotels
The Wichita metro area offers a range of convenient hotel options to choose from if you are visiting Tanganyika from out of town or planning to extend your stay overnight.
