Why visit
It combines a safari-style drive-through route with a larger walk-around animal park in a Cairngorms setting that feels different from a standard zoo visit.
Before you go
At a glance
Opening times, tickets, address, parking, and the main practical details for planning your visit.
Opening times
10:00 AM - 7:00 PM (summer), 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM (winter)
Tickets
Adult £21.00, Child (3-15) £15.00, Under 3s free
Address
Kincraig, Kingussie PH21 1NL
Postcode
PH21 1NL
Parking
Main visitor parking is on site and the drive-through reserve forms part of the standard visit flow.
Last entry
Check the official park page for the day's final admission advice before setting off on a longer Highland drive.
Visit length
3-4 hours
Entry type
Paid park admission with online booking options
Official source
Official website
Planning shortcut
Plan this visit faster
The key trip-planning answers families usually want before committing to the day.
Best for
Families on a Highlands break or road trip who want a headline animal attraction with enough content for half a day or more.
How long to spend
Allow 3 to 4 hours at minimum, and longer if you want to stop often, repeat sections of the reserve, or slow the pace for younger children.
Trip overview
About this location
The main reasons families add this stop to a Scotland itinerary.
Highland Wildlife Park is the Highlands choice when families want a full, wildlife-led day rather than a short animal stop. The drive-through reserve plus the walk-around areas give the outing a clearer sense of scale, so it works well as a destination day in its own right.
Scotland's only safari park featuring polar bears, red pandas, Amur tigers, and Scottish wildcats. Drive through the main reserve then explore the walk-around area. Set in stunning Highland scenery within Cairngorms National Park. Extended summer opening hours until 9:30pm offer special after-hours experiences with beautiful Highland sunsets.
On-site practicals
Facilities and amenities
Useful facilities families often check before visiting.
Café
Gift shop
Parking
Toilets
Picnic areas
Family planning
Parent tips
Extra context to make the visit smoother.
Book online for best prices. Can drive through main reserve multiple times. Bring warm clothes - it's in the Highlands! Children under 15 must be supervised.
Visual preview
Photos
A quick look at the setting before you visit.
Community notes
Reviews
What families are saying.