About an hour east from downtown Atlanta, an unexpected pleasure: The Georgia Conservation Safari Park, a relatively new eco-park close to Madison, near Lake Oconee. 530 acres with premium lodging, overlooking giraffes and white rhinos. It has the vibe of a golf club — but with zebras and impalas.

Jeff Hullinger feeds an animal at the Georgia Conservation Safari Park

Close your eyes and it’s the African Serengeti, but without the steep price tag and the need to update your vaccines. The authentic safari trucks allow for an opportunity, along with experienced keepers, to experience a wild, unique day near I-20, along the rolling hills of Northeast Georgia.

Giraffe's at the Georgia Conservation Safari Park

Animals at the Georgia Conservation Safari Park

Tortoise at the Georgia Conservation Safari Park

Zebra's at the Georgia Conservation Safari Park

 

About an hour east from downtown Atlanta is an unexpected pleasure: the Georgia Conservation Safari Park, a relatively new eco-park close to Madison, near Lake Oconee. 530 acres with premium lodging, overlooking giraffes and white rhinos.