Okay, so maybe people don’t immediately think of epic adventures when they think about Indiana – but maybe they should. Hear us out – as any born-and-bred Hoosier would probably know, Indiana is a place full of all kinds of shenanigans to get into, as long as you know where to look. For example, did you know you can go on a safari out here? You totally can – among plenty of other activities, of course. This drive-through safari park in Indiana is sure to be something that you and the kids greatly enjoy. It’s all the adventure of the outside world right here in our Midwestern backyards.

Wilstem as we know it has been around since about the mid-2010s.

Wilstem/Facebook However, the grounds and its history go back - way back to 1915! Wilstem has one goal: to bring people face-to-face to meet animals that they likely never dreamed they could.

There may not be any sloths native to Indiana, but at Wilstem, you can meet one anyway.

Wilstem/Facebook You can also have incredible one-on-one experiences with elephants, giraffes, and even kangaroos or grizzly bears (but, you know, definitely not at the same time or anything).

Prefer not to leave the comfort of your car? No worries - Wilstem features a delightful, truly hands-on drive-through safari experience, too!

Wilstem/Facebook You’re going to love this, and seriously, the kids will lose their minds when they’re approached by their favorite creatures.

Experience the pure joy that is watching your small one feed the animals who come say hi.

Wilstem/Facebook Depending on the time of day you choose to visit the drive-through safari, you can see critters like emus, donkeys, horses, and sometimes even elephants and up to 46 additional species that are simply too numerous to list here.

The best part - you know, other than the whole “hanging out with animals” thing - is that it’s affordable.

Wilstem/Facebook Adult admission is just $17. Children three to 12 are $12, and tykes two and under gets in free! If you’d like to feed the critters (AND WHO DOESN’T), feed cups are $3 per tub and carrots are $3 per cup. Go nuts. We did.

You and the family will make new friends you never knew you needed in your life.

Wilstem/Facebook It’s easily one of Indiana’s most epic adventures, and you don’t even have to leave the car.

…but if you want to, that’s cool, too. There’s plenty to do at Wilstem.

Wilstem/Facebook You can take a guided tour through the park on a wagon, you can meet certain species one-on-one, and learn all about all your favorite animals. Come for the drive-through safari, and then explore the rest. You can even go zip-lining.

Wilstem/Facebook

However, the grounds and its history go back - way back to 1915! Wilstem has one goal: to bring people face-to-face to meet animals that they likely never dreamed they could.

You can also have incredible one-on-one experiences with elephants, giraffes, and even kangaroos or grizzly bears (but, you know, definitely not at the same time or anything).

You’re going to love this, and seriously, the kids will lose their minds when they’re approached by their favorite creatures.

Depending on the time of day you choose to visit the drive-through safari, you can see critters like emus, donkeys, horses, and sometimes even elephants and up to 46 additional species that are simply too numerous to list here.

Adult admission is just $17. Children three to 12 are $12, and tykes two and under gets in free! If you’d like to feed the critters (AND WHO DOESN’T), feed cups are $3 per tub and carrots are $3 per cup. Go nuts. We did.

It’s easily one of Indiana’s most epic adventures, and you don’t even have to leave the car.

You can take a guided tour through the park on a wagon, you can meet certain species one-on-one, and learn all about all your favorite animals. Come for the drive-through safari, and then explore the rest. You can even go zip-lining.

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