keepers of the wild nature park

We stopped at keepers of the wild to break up our route 66 drive from vegas to the south rim of the canyon and it was a really good find.On arrival the lady in the gift shop was really nice and welcoming and gave us lots of information about the park and its purpose and where the animals tend to come from. It is no secret that they have often arrived at the park from situations that many of us would disagree with but it is pleasing to see them well taken care of at keepers of the wild.We had a leisurely stroll around the park and it was really easy to see the animals despite their large habitats. There are a number of tigers, a grizzly bear, a number of other big cats as well as birds, llamas, emus, monkeys and farm animals.There is also a gift shop and restroom facilities and I can't reiterate enough how lovely the staff were when we visited. Just one tip, drive slowly as you approach as it comes up quickly.

We've visited Keepers of the Wild several times over the past few years, and we always enjoy it! The place is clean and well kept, and the animals all seem to be very well cared for and happy. It's a nice day trip from where we live in Vegas. Stop in Kingman for lunch, then head over to see all the great animals! NOT wheelchair friendly. Do not go in the hot summer. I can't wait to go again and meet Bam Bam.... the new bear! They have a small gift shop, and some snack machines. Very friendly staff.

This is a must see haven if you love anything with fur and feathers, no fins. It's not like a zoo by any means, it's a sanctuary and each animal has a back story, unfortunately it's usually pretty sad. They have their own medical facility so each animal is treated before being released to their new home. You can't touch but I swear you can have eye contact, they are curious and want to look at you as well. Take your children, this lesson cannot be learned in a class room. I understand this park was a dream of Jonathan, the magician from LV , support his dream, better yet sponsor one of these wonderful animals.

Here is an attraction that deserves your support and gives way more than it gets. The animals here include tigers, mountain lions, bobcats, wolves, and many others who have been rescued from unsuitable living situations by these compassionate people. A sanctuary rather than a zoo, these animals are given a safe and appropriate environment for the rest of their natural lives. There are quite a lot of them, so although their enclosures are very large and spread out, you can always see a good number of animals. We were not passing through at the right time for a tour but being the hot middle of the day, many were lying in the shade and were very close. We only spent about an hour there as we were struggling with the heat, but it was thoroughly enjoyable, hugely memorable and we had that satisfied feeling that the money we spent on the entry fee was going to look after these beautiful creatures.

We loved this park, which is essentially sort of a retirement home for animals. Some of the animals came from Las Vegas and were once "Photo opportunity" and "Show" cats. A few others are from the horrible, finally defunct Las Vegas Zoo.Some of these beautiful animals are simply awe-inspiring to witness in person. There was a massive male Siberian Tiger that I couldn't take my eyes off of (Zeus), as well as the Mountain Lion, Bandit. Bandit had a spine-chilling glare, that you can see in the photo. He was totally gorgeous but oh my, what a fright that would be to see in the wild.We upgraded to the VIP tour, and since we were the only people in the park at the time, we were shown around on a slightly tempermental golf cart. It was a great experience though, and our young lady guide was a total sweetheart who had a lot of great stories about each animal (both background related, and personal). We will definitely return on our next trip down Rte 66!

I reaaly wanted to visit this park as part of my route 66 trip.I did the vip tour in one of their vehicule at 3.30 which was the feeding time for the animal.We got to know a bit of the history of each big cat, it was very surprising. This zoo welcome animal from closed down circus, private people that can't handle them any more. Their soul purpose is the welfare of those animal. They are not selling them or reproducing them.They are doing a great job!

I've seen many sanctuaries in a few states and this one is one of the very good ones! NO BREEDING HERE! The animals are ALL rescues. No pay for photo ops, no handling of the animals! They are very well cared for. We took the safari feeding tour. 3 jeeps full making our way around while they feed each tiger. You can take walk tour too, but make sure you wear sneakers because it's a dirt road. Plus biting ants, don't wear sandals like I did. Someone commented with concerns about shade for the animals...there ARE covered areas and little hideaways for them to get relief from the sun. I definitely appreciate their concern because I'd be really upset if there wasn't enough. They have a variety of monkeys that were rescued from a drug dealer. They were building a new enclosure for a bear they rescued...a larger one than where she's at now. They have llamas that climb way up the rocky mountain and run down the hill full speed. They have about 20 tigers that I'm so happy that they now have roomy enclosures, all rescues from some horrific cramped prison cage. They have wild birds that were injured and can't be in the wild anymore. Also other birds, the kind you might see as someone's pet. The woman explains each animals' rescue story on speakers as we stopped to feed each one and answers any questions. It's a really great place. I'm so glad I went. Jeep tour is inexpensive, $28, and all purchases and admission fees goes to support all the animals. Please don't miss this! Bring sunscreen, hat, and water. It's was great to see a place who really care for animals that were robbed of a life in the wild. Tigers should be in their native homes on the other side of this earth....but due to human greed, were bred and forced to perform for human entertainment and live in prisons here. Keepers of the Wild has done their best to at least give them a decent life in captivity.

I have very mixed feelings about this place. The animals do seems to have very open spaces which was nice but they have so many big cats and not enough shade. The day we were there it was well over 100*. There were these huge tubs of water that most of the cats could get in but again....not enough shade. My mixed feelings come in to play because I really these animals are rescues and probably do have a better life here than the situation they were in but I can't think some of these animals do very well in that extreme heat with no shelter.The place is not really that big and we missed the tour that takes you around to the different stops as a group in a powered vehicle so we decided to walk it.

It was day 13 of our 18 day Route 66 road trip at about 4:30 pm when we arrived outside Keepers of the Wild in Valentine AZ just as they were closing for the day. So we pushed on to Kingman for the night and decided that we would back-track to Valentine the next morning, before heading off to Hoover Dam and Las Vegas the next day. Boy are we glad we did so. On arriving back at Keepers of the Wild on the morning of Friday 22 August 2014, we decided to pay the extra $10 each for the guided tour on the two seat golf buggy with our wonderful guide Shelley. What a fantastic facility with absolutely dedicated staff and such a wide variety of exotic animals, birds and wildlife. This place is one not to be missed if you ever get the chance to visit. It is hard to do adequate justice to such a fascinating place where the animals are so loved and so well kept. The animals are not there to entertain people or to perform, they are their to retire or have been given refuge from a previous often cruel life. There are lions. tigers, leopards, jaguars, bob cats, bears, goats, and many other animals. Our tour of the facility lasted 2 and a half hours and our Guide Shelley was so knowledgeable and dedicated to the animals it was wonderful to see.

There were plenty of animals to see. The price was inexpensive. There were plenty of tigers, a black panther, lynx, monkeys, and numerous others. The best part is that all the animals are rescues.

We were travelling along Rt 66 when we came upon this park and were really glad we stopped. We took the tour and were impressed by how caring and knowledgeable the guide was. I had no idea how many wild animals were kept as pets in the US then dumped or killed when they got too big or dangerous so it was a real eye opener.Quite a range of animals even some familiar emus!!

Not a zoo--definitely a refuge for animals from less fortunate and/or abusive circumstances..mostly BIG cats with a sprinkling of birds, tortoises, monkeys, lynx, bobcats, deer, racoons, coyote,wolf, etc. These people CARE. A great deal of thought/respect for the requirements of each is evident throughout. The setting transports one into THEIR world. If possible and time permits, take one of the "safari tours". There are three offered every day except Tuesdays. The 3:30 PM tour is especially spectacular as you meet the big cats as they are being fed. Their "life stories" will haunt you. By all means take time to visit their web site. There is a well-groomed patio and shaded shelters with picnic tables for those who want to picnic there. Kudoes to owner Jonathan and wife, as well as the dedicated staff who ensure that everyone has a memorable experience. Keep up the good work!

WOW! This is FAR from a zoo!!! This is a place of rest and play for these wonderful and happy beasts! No, you not find bears, nor gators, or other regular zoo animals here. No, this is a place former "pets" and unwanted photo op animals go to play and rest. There is a story behind every one of them! The founder still lives on sight and makes sure each one is taken care of. We will be back!

I LOVE this place, not just because I get to get up close with wild animals, but because this place is saving the lives of these animals. Definitely take the tour in the "jeep!" You get to hear about each animal and its history (the tour guide knows them all by name, AND they respond to their names!), you get to see them eat and play - the tigers have water troughs that they love to get into in the summer. It may seem a little pricey to some, but remember that you are paying for more than a couple hours of entertainment and education; you are helping to save the lives of animals that would otherwise be mistreated or killed. In addition to the exotic animals that they have rescued, they also do rescues of local wildlife that may be injured or abandoned. Support a great cause and have fun doing it!

Animal sanctuaries are not on the top of my visitation lists. A zoo, perhaps if the grandchildren are along. This is tops with or without kids. This nature park takes in wild animals, some retired, and some because they cannot be easily placed elsewhere. They have walking tours, but buy a tour on what looks like a military vehicle. They had 3 that day I was there with the wife. The 3:30 was the one where the large cats are feed. A smaller vehicle followed us with the food. Our guide was excellent, knowledgeable on names, the individuals stories, diet, and exactly would happen to each as we approached. We would stop and the driver of the food car would get the individual animals food out. At first he threw an entire, eviscerated turkey over what looked like a 10 foot fence, topped with razor wire. The animals knew about where they would land. They went to it, and took the food to where they liked to eat. Others went to a fenced in area where they could be fed through an opening in the fence. Each feeding was slightly different. All questions asked were answered. Photos are encouraged. Wow. We were told what each ate, what supplements were added. Feeding the lions was absolutely fantastic. Worth the price of the admission alone. And about that price, all basically go to the care of the animals and upkeep on the facility. By the way, the property is owned by the animals, with aboard of directors that care. As the money collected goes to upkeep of the nature park, it is a good investment. Visit it and be amazed.