How many Jungle Bus departures are there per day?

About 15 on weekdays and about 30 on weekends and holidays. The first departs at 9:15 and the last at 15:50 (15:20 from November to February).

How much is admission?

Adults (high school and older) ¥2,600; children (age 4 through junior high) ¥1,500. Children under 4 are free.

What are the hours and closed days?

There are no regular closed days; the park is open all year. It may close temporarily due to typhoons, snow, and the like.

Can I re-enter after riding the Jungle Bus?

Yes. Show your Jungle Bus ticket to re-enter on the same day.

Can I bring my pet into the park?

Pets are not allowed in the safari zone, but the general information desk will look after them free of charge.

Are there vehicles that cannot enter the drive-through safari?

Vehicles with an open bed (kei trucks, pickup trucks), vehicles with soft tops, and vehicles carrying luggage on the outside cannot be used.

Can I re-enter the park?

Only visitors holding a Jungle Bus ticket can re-enter. You need to complete the procedure at the general information desk before leaving.

Zoo ・ Oita · JAZA member

African safari九州自然動物公園

A zoological park in Usa, Oita, made up of two areas: a safari zone and a petting zone. Large African and Asian animals such as lions, giraffes, elephants, tigers, cheetahs, and zebras can be observed from your own car or from the Jungle Bus. It also offers cat encounters such as "Nyan Time" and a safari camp where you can stay overnight inside the park.

Access: By car, the park is about 6 km (about 7 minutes) from the Beppu-wan Smart IC.

Updated: 2026-09-09 ／ Source: africansafari.co.jp africansafari.co.jp africansafari.co.jp www.jaza.jp

Basic Information

African safari basic information
Type	Zoo
Location	Oita
JAZA Membership	JAZA member
Opened	Unconfirmed
Official / Social	Official SiteX Instagram YouTube Source

Highlights

Jungle Bus experience
Get close to the animals on a dedicated bus. Source
Drive-through safari
Observe the animals while driving your own car through the safari zone. Source
Nyan Time
A hands-on program with cats. Source
Safari camp
An experience plan that lets you stay overnight inside the park. Source

Access

By car, the park is about 6 km (about 7 minutes) from the Beppu-wan Smart IC. The official site does not give a specific route from a train station by public transportation. Source

Hours and Admission

Hours and admission for African safari
Hours	March 1–October 31: reception 8:50–16:00, opens 9:15, closes 16:30 (safari zone entry until 16:00). November 1 to the end of February: reception 8:50–15:30, opens 9:15, closes 16:00 (safari zone entry until 15:30). There are no regular closed days, but the park may close temporarily due to typhoons, snow, and the like. Source
Admission	Adults (high school and older) ¥2,600; children (age 4 through junior high) ¥1,500; under age 4 free. Disability discount: ¥1,000 off for adults and ¥500 off for children. Source

Hours and admission may change.Check the Official Site for the latest information.

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FAQ

How many Jungle Bus departures are there per day?: About 15 on weekdays and about 30 on weekends and holidays. The first departs at 9:15 and the last at 15:50 (15:20 from November to February). Source
How much is admission?: Adults (high school and older) ¥2,600; children (age 4 through junior high) ¥1,500. Children under 4 are free. Source
What are the hours and closed days?: There are no regular closed days; the park is open all year. It may close temporarily due to typhoons, snow, and the like. Source

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Can I re-enter after riding the Jungle Bus?: Yes. Show your Jungle Bus ticket to re-enter on the same day. Source
Can I bring my pet into the park?: Pets are not allowed in the safari zone, but the general information desk will look after them free of charge. Source
Are there vehicles that cannot enter the drive-through safari?: Vehicles with an open bed (kei trucks, pickup trucks), vehicles with soft tops, and vehicles carrying luggage on the outside cannot be used. Source
Can I re-enter the park?: Only visitors holding a Jungle Bus ticket can re-enter. You need to complete the procedure at the general information desk before leaving. Source

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Last verified: 2026-07-05 ／ Source: www.jaza.jp www.jaza.jp