About Port Lympne Safari Park

Port Lympne Safari Park – Kent's Ultimate Wildlife Adventure

Looking for an unforgettable day out in Kent? Escape to the wild at Port Lympne Safari Park, the county’s largest wildlife park and home to the UK’s most authentic safari experience. Set in over 600 acres of stunning countryside near Ashford, Port Lympne lets you explore the animal kingdom like never before – all while supporting global conservation efforts.

  • Iconic Safari Experience

    Our favourite activity at Port Lympne Safari Park has to be the iconic safari experience – the only one of its kind in Kent! Climb aboard a safari truck and journey across the Kentish savannah, spotting giraffes,rhinos and more. It’s a thrilling, authentic adventure you won’t find anywhere else in the county!

  • UK's Largest Dinosaur Valley!

    One unmissable highlight at Port Lympne Safari Park is the awe-inspiring Dinosaur Valley – the largest of its kind in the UK. Step back in time as you stroll through ancient woodland, encountering life-sized, moving dinosaurs like T. rex and Triceratops. It’s a thrilling prehistoric adventure for the whole family!

  • Get Closer Than Ever with Animal Encounters at Port Lympne

    Want to make your day truly unforgettable? Port Lympne Safari Park offers a huge variety of animal encounters you can upgrade to – perfect for wildlife lovers of all ages. Whether it’s hand-feeding a giraffe, or going behind the scenes with big cats, these intimate, up-close experiences bring you face to face with the animals like never before. Each encounter is led by our expert keepers and supports vital conservation work, making it an exciting and meaningful addition to your visit.

Attraction Details

Opening Times

Regular Times

  • Monday, 09:30 - 17:00
  • Tuesday, 09:30 - 17:00
  • Wednesday, 09:30 - 17:00
  • Thursday, 09:30 - 17:00
  • Friday, 09:30 - 17:00
  • Saturday, 09:30 - 17:00
  • Sunday, 09:30 - 17:00

Open daily from 09:30. Standard closing is 17:00, with later 18:00 closing during school holidays and bank holidays. Always check your ticket date before travelling.

Plan Your Visit

Clock IconTypical visit time 4 - 5 hours
Tick IconSuitable for Kids and Adults too

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Port Lympne Safari Park

Port Lympne Hotel & Reserve, Aldington Road, Lympne, Hythe, Kent, CT21 4PD, England

Tel: 01303264647

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Last updated: 11:11 08/08/2026

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