The park was established in 1972 by French zoo director Frans van der Meer.
The drive-through safari portion spans approximately 4 kilometers of track.
The Feline Tunnel features glass observation bubbles that allow visitors to stand directly inside the lions' enclosure.
The park operates a veterinary clinic on-site for the medical care of the resident wildlife.
Some animal species are moved to indoor climate-controlled winter quarters during the colder months.
The park participates in international Species Survival Plans (SSP) to assist in breeding endangered species.
Parc Safari is a combined drive-through and pedestrian zoo located in Saint-Bernard-de-Lacolle, Quebec. The site features a 'Safari Adventure' where visitors drive their own vehicles through expansive enclosures containing animals such as giraffes, zebras, and lions. The pedestrian section includes the 'Feline Tunnel,' which allows visitors to view big cats from ground-level glass observation points. Additional attractions include a splash pad area, a petting farm for smaller animals, and educational discovery centers. The park emphasizes conservation programs and specialized habitats for non-native species in a Canadian climate. It remains a seasonal destination centered on interactive wildlife viewing.
The glass bubbles in the Feline Tunnel provide the most unique eye-level shots of lions and cheetahs.
Keep car windows rolled up at all times while in the animal enclosures to prevent animals from entering the vehicle.
Bring swimwear and towels to utilize the water park facilities during the warmer months.
Visit the giraffe feeding station early in the day when the animals are most active and likely to approach the platforms.
Do not attempt to feed animals from your vehicle windows, as this encourages aggressive behavior and is prohibited for safety reasons.
The park is seasonal, typically operating from mid-spring through late autumn; closed during the winter months.
Maintain a strict speed limit while driving through enclosures; remain inside the vehicle at all times in the safari zone; do not feed animals unless in designated, staff-supervised zones.
