FOR THE PEOPLE
RELAX, REVITALIZE, PLAY & BE INSPIRED – A PLACE TO MAKE LIFETIME MEMORIES
As modern-day humans, we run at a frenetic pace. Our addiction to information acquisition keeps us glued to our devices. In these challenging times, there are fewer and fewer hours in our day for “me time”. We intend to change this paradigm by offering our visitors unique, sometimes life changing, experiences that are sure to revitalize and rejuvenate.
THE HEART OF AFRICA
The showpiece of the sanctuary. A tranquil savanna dotted with African trees, watering holes, free roaming giraffe and plains animals. Overlooked by African glamping tents, decks to feed the giraffe, and a wedding / event venue like no other.
ANIMAL ENCOUNTERS
Most have never touched an animal beyond the family dog or cat. At Heart of the Wild animal encounters will be our backbone as there is nothing that more quickly fosters a love of animals than a fur to skin, feather to skin or scale to skin experience. We will offer Animal Meet and Greets, Caregiver for a Day programs, Behind the Scenes Tours and so much more…each designed to help you fall in love, or back in love, with animals.
EPIC SAFARI TENT STAYS
There is nothing like spending the night in a safari tent, steps away from meandering giraffe, grunting wildebeest, and snorting rhinos. Wake up to the smell of freshly brewed coffee and commune with giraffe or attend nightly fireside social hours where story tellers engage you with tales of the animal world…all making this experience one of a kind. Our five-star safari tent camp will immerse you in the wilds of Africa…without the jet lag!
INSPIRATIONAL ACTIVITIES
We want every activity at Heart of the Wild to inspire and enliven…to engage and motivate. A visit to our Education Dome will introduce you to the wonders of the natural world. Get your fingers dirty in our Community Art Dome where you can help our artist in residence paint a mural or build an animal themed mosaic piece of art. Each inspiring activity will be filled with soft educational messages to help reconnect you to animals and nature.
RELAX & REJUVENATE
Face it, you run at a frantic pace. Shuttling the kids to school, soccer practice and piano lessons…not to mention that 9 to 5 you visit every day. Before you know it…it’s time to rest so you can do all again. As a sanctuary for people too, we are committed to relaxation and rejuvenation! A visit to our Bali inspired, state-of-the-art spa and wellness center will help you reconnect to your family, community and most importantly, yourself. The spa will offer an array of spa services, rejuvenation programs, yoga, float tanks, light and sound therapy and so much more. When your pampering is complete, round out your visit to our adults only Zen deer garden where you can commune with placid deer from Asia as you sip tea.
FUN FOR THE KIDS
Have kids? Have we got some epic fun activities for them. We are all too aware that children will inherit the planet, so we want to foster their love of animals as early as possible. They can visit Juicy Coppertoes’ Animal Encounter, The Wild Child Interactive Education Center, Running Wild Eco-Play Area, The Cool Pool, Overnight Eco-Camp and more.
WEDDINGS & EVENTS
In the time of social media, everyone wants to stand out and be remembered. Imagine being married with giraffes in attendance, impressing your boss with an epic cocktail party as zebras wander peacefully by or attending a concert in our intimate amphitheater. Our Special Events and multiple wedding venues are sure provide memories to last a lifetime…and possibly make you the next Instagram star!
ORGANIC GARDEN & HEALTHY EATS
Food is what brings us together. At Heart of the Wild we believe in serving delicious, healthy, enlivening foods. Our plant-based menus will offer a wide range of meals for every taste, even for the hardiest of carnivores! Our approach to food will be simple…grown on site, prepared with loving hands, and presented with care.
SPECIAL PROGRAMS FOR SPECIAL NEEDS
We know animals have superpowers to help heal so we will offer Animal Assisted Therapy: Unique programs for people with disabilities, physical, behavioral or emotional challenges. We will offer healing programs for PTSD, Spectrum children and adults, free programs for at-risk youth and Summer Camps for under served children.
ENLIVENING COMMUNITY VILLAGE
In addition to amazing habitats and direct animal experiences – Heart of the Wild’s central Village Plaza will play host to a variety of enriching experiences that all aim to provide relaxation, enrichment and education. Attractions in “The Village” will include:
Native American Museum and Interpretive Trail – Telling the story of the ancestors of the land and the native artifacts and plant species
Entry Dome – with fun-filled and inspiring education and a LED musical dancing Tree of Life
ALIS Cafe & Elixir Bar– The most wildly delicious “healthy” cafe to please the whole family
Education Center & Amphitheater – meet with “Ambassador Animals” and enlightening programs for all ages
Gift Shop with Heart – Gifts that support communities in need
Art Dome – A place for expression, collective art projects and local artist exhibitions
Sustainability Pavilion – Interactive exhibits showcasing sustainable practices of the future
Immersion Experience – a 360 immersive experience taking visitors to animals around the world
Production Studio – Creating videos of Heart of the Wild to showcase world-wide
Compassion Collective – A place where visitors can understand themselves and the world around them in a more compassionate way.