Many unique ways to enjoy animals are offered by this wildlife park in Illinois.

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Visit The Animals At Aikman Wildlife Adventure In Illinois This Summer

I just found a place that I have never visited and I have added it to my must-see list for this spring. It is Aikman Wildlife Adventure in Arcola, Illinois.

According to aikmanwildlife.com, 

"Aikman Wildlife Adventures' mission is to provide the highest quality of life possible to all wildlife in need while maintaining a family-friendly environment through interaction, education, and conservation and by creating an experience of a lifetime."

 

"Aikman Wildlife Adventure is host to over 200 animals comprised of over 70 different species native to six different continents."

 

"Each adventure provides a different experience from driving through our mile-long path of zebras, camels, water buffalo, and more to walking among many other animals."


 

Different Ways To Experience The Animals

Aikman Wildlife Park Offers a few different options to experience the animals.

  • Drive-Thru Adventure
  • Walk-Thru Adventure
  • Prehistoric Adventure
  • Wagon Adventure
  • Off-Road Adventure
  • Behind The Scenes Adventure
  • Encounters Get Up Close And Personal

For more info, HERE.

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