Donkey Safari

05/31/2026

Maine Donkey Safari is open today : Noon - 4PM! We will be closed next week for private tours until next Saturday.

05/25/2026

Closed for Memorial Day. We were going to stay open, but after feedback from everyone and all events closing we will join the list. We did not expect heavy rain. We would not want to give everyone only half the features. We will open back up Tues-Thursday.

05/20/2026

Maine Donkey Safari Animal Reveal: What should we name our new animal friend ? We will let you decide. Remember to follow the page for updates and reveals. We hope to see you at the event this summer, starting Saturday at noon.

05/18/2026

Event Tickets for the Maine Donkey Safari are now listed on Eventbrite. If you would like to pay online or by card this is the best option. It will be cash on site and you CAN purchase tickets at the gift shop anytime without making reservations. We are excited to welcome you for our Grand Opening on May 23rd at Noon, 934 Us Route 1, Perry ME on the corner of Perry & The Eastport Turn.

Follow the page for special event dates and weather closures. We are open for Memorial Day.

An outdoor forest safari of live donkeys, and life sized safari animals. Many fun features await you at the event.

05/18/2026

Photo Op At The Donkey Safari : Many great Photo Ops, but this is one of my favorites. You gotta come get one of these photos! The Donkey Safari, Perry ME - Opening May 23rd Noon - 5pm.

05/16/2026

Summer Event Grand Opening: Experience this unique roadside attraction with donkey and friends! Our guests will walk through a forested safari adventure meeting critically endangered donkeys and more. Colossal statues throughout the quarter mile trail for those special summer photo memories in Maine. Meander peacefully through our exclusive B***o Botanical Gardens while curious donkeys say hello to you.

Learn about donkeys, safari animals and what they both have in common. Trails, exhibits, and picnic areas with seating throughout. A giant bouncy house awaits the children on Meerkat Mountain if they're brave enough to first cross through the Python Plains. Gift shop available at roadside. A unique family friendly Safari Adventure awaits you in Perry, Maine!

The proceeds from Maine Donkey Safari help support 501(c)(3) non profit rescue donkeys in sanctuary.

MAINE DONKEY SAFARI Hours
Monday & Friday Closed
Tues, Wed, Thursday 11AM-4PM
Saturday & Sunday 12-5PM

Admission-$10
2 and under Free

$10 Ticket covers the unique safari trail, B***o Botanical Gardens, safari bouncy house, and live donkey meet and greet.

Follow the page for special events and closures.

05/14/2026

Donkey Safari in Perry ME ? What secrets await in the new summer event? The donkey safari experience will have live donkeys to hug and pet, guided safari trail, many life size safari animal statues, huge safari kids bouncy house, gift shop, safari sounds, beautiful gardens, and many other secrets. The best thing about the entire event is that it is a 501c3 event. All proceeds go to supporting rescue donkeys. Stay tuned and follow the page for updates, and opening dates and times.

05/13/2026

🦒🌿 STEP INTO THE WILD AT THE DONKEY SAFARI EVENT! 🌿🦒
Adventure is calling deep in the forest. The animals are waiting to meet you. Located close to the border of Canada in Perry ME.
Come explore the Maine Donkey Safari. A unique family attraction filled with friendly donkeys, A large safari bouncy house for kids, giant safari animal statues, gift shop, safari ambience, fun photo opps, safari trails, tiki shelters, and unforgettable memories!

Walk beneath or next to towering safari animals, meet gentle rescue donkeys up close, and discover hidden sights along the woodland trail as the forest transforms into a wild safari adventure.

Meet the donkeys
Enjoy the b***o botanical gardens
Kids will love the large safari bouncy house
Explore the safari trail and meet life sized safari animal statues.
Explore the gift shop
Share in many safari photo opportunities
Safari atmosphere & sounds
Perfect for animal lovers and kids

Whether you're looking to hug a donkey, for a relaxing nature walk, sitting amongst the botanical gardens, a fun family outing, or the perfect adventure photo opp… the Donkey Safari is unlike anything around.
📍 Located in beautiful Downeast Maine, Perry.
🌿 Follow the trail. Find the adventure. Meet the donkeys.

Follow this page for updates and opening dates / times.

05/13/2026

Did you know? Donkeys love exploring woodland trails and foraging for tasty leaves, grasses, and safe plants along the way! This sweet girl is extra special, she’s mixed with the rare and beautiful Mammoth donkey breed, known for their tall size, gentle personalities, and hardworking history.
At the Donkey Safari , you’ll get the chance to meet her up close, learn fun facts about donkeys, and experience the calm, curious nature that makes them so lovable. Donkeys are incredibly intelligent animals and often enjoy peaceful walks through the forest just as much as people do!