San Diego Zoo Safari Park offers free February admission for seniors 65 and older with ID

What the program covers

San Diego Zoo Safari Park is offering complimentary admission for guests ages 65 and older throughout the month of February 2026. The offer applies to the Safari Park in Escondido and is available on any day during the month, with free entry provided at the gate upon presentation of a valid photo ID.

The promotion is structured as a daily complimentary 1-Day Pass for eligible seniors. Seniors may use the offer more than once during February, but each entry is valid only for the day it is issued and does not transfer to future dates.

Key terms visitors should know

• Eligibility: Guests must be 65+ and present a valid photo ID at the entrance.
• Where it applies: The offer is for the San Diego Zoo Safari Park only, not the San Diego Zoo in Balboa Park.
• What it includes: Standard admission and regularly scheduled experiences that are included with a general visit; some activities are subject to availability.
• What it does not include: Parking and separately priced special experiences.

Parking and transportation costs

Parking is not included with the Seniors Free offer. General vehicle parking is listed at $20. Preferred parking, which provides closer proximity to the entrance, is priced as an additional fee that varies by date. Accessible parking spaces for disabled placard holders are available but may be limited on busy days; the general parking fee still applies. Bus and coach parking is also offered on a limited basis for a separate fee.

What to expect on site

The Safari Park is a large, primarily pedestrian destination with extensive walking across hilly terrain. Visitors should plan for a multi-mile day depending on route and exhibit choices. For guests with mobility concerns, paths are designed to accommodate mobility devices, and the park notes that shaded rest areas and dining areas can support pacing and breaks.

Eligible seniors can receive complimentary admission any day in February, but parking and paid experiences are separate charges.

Broader context: February 2026 dates and planning

The free-admission window runs from Feb. 1 through Feb. 28, 2026. With the offer spanning the full month rather than a single-day promotion, seniors can choose lower-traffic weekdays or return multiple times. Visitors planning group outings should factor in parking logistics, including limited bus parking and potential off-site parking if lots fill.

The Safari Park has also listed seasonal programming later in spring 2026, including its Butterfly Jungle dates, which may influence trip planning for seniors considering return visits beyond February.