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    Tortoise Encounter

    Feed and pet 100-pound tortoises with a guide in a 15-minute encounter

    From$10/ person

    Duration

    15 Minutes

    Includes

    Guide, Cup of lettuce

    Highlights

    Enjoy a 15-minute encounter with tortoises over 100 pounds. Feed and pet them while your guide shares fun facts and you capture photos.

    • Feed and pet gentle giants during a close encounter
    • Learn fun facts from your guide
    • Take numerous photos with the tortoises
    • Experience limited spots for a more personal visit
    • Watch from a designated area as an observer

    What's Included

    • Guided encounter
    • Cup of lettuce

    Things to know

    Arrive 10 minutes early to check in at the gift shop; late arrivals may have shortened encounters. Closed-toed shoes are required. General admission is required and not included, and the activity may not suit children uncomfortable around animals.

    Cancellation policy

    Should we need to cancel for any reason, your visit will be rescheduled at a convenient time for you.

    Meeting location

    Busy B Ranch Wildlife Park

    Experience provided by Busy B Ranch & Wildlife Park LLC
    Experience provided by Busy B Ranch & Wildlife Park LLC

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    We are here to assist with special requests, large groups, last minute needs, and any questions you may have.

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    Person

    $10.11

    Ages 7+

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      This experience meets our quality and safety standards

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    4.9 stars• 196 reviews

    Review summary

    4.9
    Excellent
    196 reviews•Google Maps

    This wildlife park delivers a genuinely memorable experience with impressive variety and animal care that visitors consistently praise. The drive-through safari lets you feed animals right from your vehicle, and guests love how healthy and well-maintained everything appears. Beyond the safari, there's a fantastic petting zoo area with additional animal encounters available, including sloths, kangaroos, and turtles that come highly recommended. The facility is spotless, prices are reasonable, and families especially appreciate how engaging it is for all ages. The staff and owners stand out for their warmth and dedication. Multiple visitors mention how accommodating and professional they are, with one guest describing how the owner personally helped switch tickets for a special event. That personal touch seems to be part of the experience here. One important note: the drive-through safari involves some bold animals, particularly zebras and ostriches, that actively approach cars expecting food. Most visitors find this thrilling, but if you prefer a calmer experience or feel uncertain about assertive wildlife, stick to the excellent petting zoo areas where you'll still have plenty of animal interaction without the intensity.

    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 4
    5/5

    I cannot tell you how much fun we had visiting. The animals are well taken care of and it’s clean. It’s a core memory for sure!!

    Photo of Zoe Arrigo

    Zoe Arrigo

    December 14, 2025

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    I cannot tell you how much fun we had visiting. The animals are well taken care of and it’s clean. It’s a core memory for sure!!

    Photo of Zoe Arrigo

    Zoe Arrigo

    December 14, 2025

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