Big Joel's Safari Petting Zoo and Educational Park is an immersive wildlife attraction located in Wright City, Missouri, featuring over 65 different animal species spanning mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, and invertebrates. Visitors can enjoy hands-on encounters, feeding experiences, and up-close interactions with a wide range of animals including alligators and lemurs. The park caters to school groups through organized educational field trips for 20 or more participants, and welcomes families for birthday parties, private zoo rentals, and seasonal events such as spooky and holiday-themed safaris. Open daily with extended weekend hours, Big Joel's Safari offers an engaging, educational, and entertaining experience for curious wildlife lovers of all ages in eastern Missouri.
