Totally Wild Summer: Safari Fun Close to Home

There is no reason to be bored at home this summer when you're so close to totally wild adventure. Natural Bridge Wildlife Ranch gives families an easy way to turn an ordinary day into something unforgettable, with wide-open views, curious animals, and plenty of moments that make everyone reach for the camera. Just north of San Antonio, NBWR is a close-to-home safari adventure that feels far from ordinary.

From the comfort of your own vehicle, you can explore the Ranch at your own pace and never know exactly what will happen next. An addax may show off its spiral horns. A gemsbok may catch your eye with its bold markings. A kudu may blend into the brush like a safari magic trick. That is what makes summer at NBWR so memorable. Every visit feels different, and every animal has a totally wild story to tell.

Addax Are Desert Pros.

Addax are sometimes called screwhorn antelope, and one look at those twisting horns explains why. These pale, desert-loving antelope are built for dry places where water can be hard to find. In the wild, addax can get much of the moisture they need from the plants they eat, which helps them survive in harsh desert habitats. Their light coats also help reflect the sun, making them a perfect Totally Wild Summer animal to spot on safari.

Gemsbok Have Built-In Desert Style.

Gemsbok are hard to miss thanks to their dramatic face markings and long, straight horns. They are a type of oryx, and they are made for hot, dry landscapes. In the wild, gemsbok can find moisture from plants, including grasses and roots, and their bold markings help them stand out in the best possible way. They look elegant, tough, and totally ready for summer.

Greater Kudu Are Masters of Camouflage.

Greater kudu are known for their beautiful spiral horns, large ears, and white stripes that run down their sides. Those stripes are not just for looks. In their natural habitat, they help break up the kudu's outline so it can blend into brush and woodland. Add their tall bodies, graceful movements, and alert ears, and greater kudu feel like one of the Ranch's most mysterious safari sightings.

Aoudad Can Really Jump.

Aoudad, also known as Barbary sheep, are rugged animals built for rocky places. They are strong climbers, steady on rough terrain, and surprisingly athletic. Barbary sheep can jump more than six feet straight up from a standing position. That means these animals bring plenty of mountain energy to a Texas safari day, even when they are simply relaxing in the summer sun.

Add Some Adventure to Your Summer at Natural Bridge Wildlife Ranch

So when the family needs something fun to do this summer, make the day totally wild. Natural Bridge Wildlife Ranch is the kind of nearby adventure that feels far from ordinary, with animals from around the world, a scenic drive-thru safari, and a day full of stories your family will keep talking about long after you leave.

And if one visit is not enough, the Wild Card Annual Pass makes summer even wilder with unlimited self-guided safari visits and admission to the Walk-A-Bout, featuring the new Monkey'n Around primate area and playground. Add NBWR to your summer plans once, and your family may want to come back again and again.