Experience the wild side of winter like never before with The Wilds’ exclusive Winter Getaways. Whether you choose to extend your stay in a cabin or plan your day trip, adventure awaits at The Wilds!


 

Carnivore and Rhino Conservation Day Trip

Experience Ohio's wildest winter adventure with our Carnivore and Rhino Conservation Day Trip at The Wilds! Start your day with the exhilarating Carnivore Conservation Tour, where you'll encounter cheetahs, African painted dogs, and dholes while learning about their unique characteristics and conservation needs from expert guides. After a lunch break at the Johnson Center, continue your journey with a visit to The Wilds’ rhino barns. Here, you’ll meet the two rhino herds—including greater one-horned rhinos and white rhinos—and gain insights into how The Wilds cares for and protects one of the largest rhino herds outside Africa and Asia. With unforgettable wildlife encounters and breathtaking winter scenery, this day trip is perfect for adventurers and conservation enthusiasts alike!

Available: Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays
Location: The Wilds, Cumberland, Ohio
Minimum Age Requirement: 6
Cost: $155/person

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conservation education rhino barn tour

 

dhole at the wilds
Giraffe feeding on Winter Wildside tour

 

Rhino Barn Tour

Carnivores, Rhinos, and Giraffes Day Trip

This adventure combines two exhilarating tours, offering encounters with some of nature's most captivating creatures in Ohio’s unique winter landscape. Begin with the Carnivore Conservation Tour, where you'll encounter cheetahs, African painted dogs, and dholes in a breathtaking outdoor setting. After a lunch break at the Johnson Center, warm up and continue with the Winter Wildside Tour, an adventure through the winter animal housing at The Wilds. From feeding towering giraffes to petting playful rhinos, this is a one-of-a-kind winter escape designed for nature lovers. Bundle up and join us for the wildest winter experience in Ohio!

Available: Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays
Location: The Wilds, Cumberland, Ohio
Minimum Age Requirement: 6
Cost: $209/person

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Overnight Escape at The Wilds

Add a cabin stay to any Wilds visit and immerse yourself in nature with the perfect combination of adventure and relaxation. Enjoy a peaceful stay in a cozy cabin by Straker Lake, where you can unwind in serene surroundings, enjoy private hiking trails, and savor the tranquility of an evening by the fire. 

Available: Daily
Location: The Wilds, Cumberland, Ohio
Minimum Age Requirement: No age restrictions
Cost: Starting at $390 for 6 guests 

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Cabin porch at Straker Lake

 

Cabin interior at Straker Lake