The Ultimate List of Ideas for Your Safari Party!
- dakotarhoad
- Feb 9
- 5 min read
Planning a safari party, jungle party, or wild animal party? Whether your kiddo is a budding naturalist or just loves the movie Jungle Book, you know the perfect theme is all about the animals!
If you’re looking for kids Safari party ideas that are fun, creative, and stress-free, you’re in the right place! From themed games to themed treats to DIY crafts and party favors, this list has everything you need to keep the party planning process from being a total chore.
AND, if you’re in Austin, The Wander Center offers safari-themed party decor rentals– so you can create an immersive setting without the waste. Decor and add-ons are delivered directly to you… then taken away after! Here’s your ultimate list of safari party ideas to bring your safari celebration to life!
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Real Food
Snake Sub Sandwich - A fun, winding sandwich that looks like a snake, perfect for little adventurers.
Snakes on a Limb - A jungle twist on pigs in a blanket! Here is the recipe!
Tiger Snacks - Chicken (or chik'n) nuggets for your little carnivores.
Crocodile Poop/Eyeballs (meatballs) - Here are 30+ delicious crocodile poop (eh-hem meatball) recipes to choose from!
Cookie Cutter Sandwiches - Pick your kiddo’s favorite sandwich, and cut it into a safari shape. Like these elephants!
Snacks
Carnivore Cavern (deli meat tray) - A deli meat tray fits right into a jungle feast.
Lion’s Mane (veggie plate) - A healthy veggie platter shaped like a lion’s face.
Ostrich Eggs (deviled eggs) - Plenty of wild bird egg recipes here!
Animal Crackers - Duh!
Jumanji Jungle Mix - A fun, sweet-and-salty popcorn or Chex mix.
Tiger Tails (Cheetos) - Cheese puffs make for fluffier tails!
Twigs - Small stick pretzels.
Logs - Large stick pretzels
Elephant Snacks - Peanuts, shelled or unshelled
Monkey Treats - Bananas or other fruit
Tiger Cubs (cuties) - Draw faces on clementine’s like this!
Snake Eggs - Simple ‘ol grapes!
Ants on a Log - Decorate celery sticks with “ants”! Here are ideas beyond the classic peanut butter-raisin combo.
Desserts
Grubs (gummy worms)
Gorilla Poop - Chocolate covered anything small and oval!
Themed Cake/Cupcakes - Tons of fun ideas!
Drinks
POG Jungle Juice - A refreshing mix of passion fruit, orange, and guava juice.
Swamp Water - A green or layered drink for an extra wild touch.
Activities
Live animals from Tiny Tails to You! (Austin, Texas) - A hands-on experience where kids meet real animals. Book here!
Safari “expedition” EASY (ages 2+) - An easy and fun scavenger hunt adventure. Click here for printables.
Jungle freeze dance (ages 3+) - Play themed music and have the kids dance like wild animals. Several variations here!
Monkey, monkey, LION! (ages 3+) - A safari version of Duck, Duck, Goose.
Find the missing [animal] (ages 3+) - Hide a small stuffed animal and let kids search for it. Here’s an example.
Scavenger “expedition” HARD (ages 4+) - A slightly harder scavenger hunt adventure for ages 4+. Learn how to create the hunt!
Pin the tail on the [lion] (ages 4+) - Classic! Find plenty of printables on Etsy.
Animal charades (ages 4+) - Kids act out different jungle animals with others guess. Find a great list here.
Jungle adventure (obstacle course, ages 5+) - Map out an adventure so kids can travel through the “jungle”! Like this!
Guess the number of ___ in a jar (ages 5+) - Candy or any safari-esque objects that fit in a jar! Prize for the winner.
Trading post (ages 6+) - Let the kids explore the Safari wilderness, collect treasure, and exchange it with one another. See a how-to!
Crafts
Toilet paper coiled snakes (ages 2+) - A fun and easy DIY snake craft using cardboard tubes.
Leaf rubbings (ages 2+) - Use real leaves to create fun jungle art.
Paint a wooden animal (ages 2+) - A fun craft using animal-shaped wooden cutouts. 24hrcrafts has tons of options!
Coloring sheets (ages 2+) - Easy, entertaining, only a little mess! Etsy is your BFF!
Paper chain snakes (ages 3+) - Kids can hang them up as party decor, then take them home!
Toilet paper binoculars (ages 4+) – Let kids make their own binoculars for their jungle expedition. How-to here!
Make a necklace (ages 4+) - With safari charms! A great double as a party favor. See tutorial!
Zoo animal clothespin magnets (ages 4+) - Functional crafts! Great for fridges, and there are tons of animal-making options.
Painted rocks (ages 6+) - SO cute and can live indoors or outdoors. Here are great animal face options!
Clay safari animal figures/magnets (ages 8+) - For the detailed group! Watch here!
Party Favors
Craft item^ - Of course kids can take home their handmade jungle-themed craft!
Snacks/consumables - Save recycles containers leading up to the party for fillable snacks
Painted rocks - A fun activity for you and your kiddo before the party, if you don’t want to have attendees paint!
Temporary tattoos - Jungle options galore!
Stickers - Fun, easy, and a huge hit!
“Adopt an Animal” - Each child gets a small plush animal as a keepsake.
Bonus Tips:
Decorate your space!
Rent themed party decorations from The Wander Center! TWC offers affordable, curated decor rentals to match your event. As of 2024, we have 10 unique themes– Safari, Dinosaur, Farm, Fairy, Princess, Western, Luau, Glamping, Taylor Swift, and Construction, and have more coming soon. We’ll help create a memorable celebration without (waste)ing time, money or space! See all current and upcoming themes HERE.
Have invitees dress up to theme
Encourage guests to come dressed in outfits that match the party’s theme to make the event even more immersive and fun! Safari hats, princess gowns, construction gear, cowboy flannel– costumes bring the theme to life and create fantastic photo opportunities!
Play themed music
Set the mood with a playlist that complements your party theme! Jungle sounds, popular princess move sing-alongs, Hawaiian tunes– music creates a fun and engaging atmosphere, ties the decor and activities together, and keeps the energy high throughout the party.
Need craft materials for your party? Check out 24hourcrafts for an amazing selection of wood cutouts that kids can paint or decorate– a fun activity and a memorable keepsake! 24 hour crafts is affordable and quick to deliver! Get 10% off when you use the link!
Make the party planning process MUCH easier and faster by downloading our themed party plans HERE! I've done the research for you!
About the Author
Dakota Rhoad is the owner of The Wander Center LLC, a party decor rental service in Austin Texas, specializing in affordable, sustainable, and creative celebrations. With a passion for bringing joy and ease to families and reducing party waste, Dakota helps busy parents plan memorable events without the stress! Learn more at The Wander Center.
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