Kentucky never fails to surprise us. Just when we thought we’d seen it all, we happen upon a new-to-us discovery that stops us in our tracks. Kentucky Amish Country is a place where you’d expect to find beautiful bucolic views, Amish restaurants, general stores, and antiques… but this resplendent region is hiding something quite wondrous and wild, too: a safari park.
Looking for a wild adventure in the Bluegrass? Look no further!
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In Horse Cave, Kentucky, a region that’s known for its epic underground adventures, there’s an aboveground attraction that’s as wild as it gets.
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Welcome to Dutch Country Safari Park, the wildest and most unexpected attraction in Kentucky Amish Country… and Kentucky, period.
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This unique park includes a drive-thru safari and several animal encounter areas that allow folks to get up close and personal with the world’s most fascinating creatures…
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…even getting to hand-feed some of them! Now this is an truly hands on experience you won’t want to pass up.
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If you’re more of a cute, cuddly creature kind of person, you’ll be positively delighted by the baby animals and kids frolicking about this safari park in Kentucky!
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(Although, who could resist a smooch from this guy? He’s a totally different kind of cuddly creature.)
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So the next time you’re planning a trip to Horse Cave, put this wild safari park on your itinerary… it’s truly a one-of-a-kind Kentucky experience!
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Did you know about this unique park hiding in Kentucky Amish Country? Wonders never cease! Visit the Dutch Country Safari Park website for hours, admission, and more information.
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Looking for more wild day trips in the Bluegrass? You can pet a crocodile and play with kangaroos at this Kentucky adventure park.
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Address: Dutch Country Safari Park, 2125 L and N Turnpike Rd, Horse Cave, KY 42749, USA