It's a small place, easily done in a morning or you can make a whole day of it. Way better than a traditional zoo, you get to be up close and personal with lemurs, kangaroos, zebras, and camels. The main part of the trip is taking the safari tram around their large animal exhibits where you get to feed and pet a variety of exotic animals. They also have informational presentations on kangaroos and different nocturnal animals. When I went, they even brought out a couple of baby bears they have taken in. So cute! It's very kid-friendly and well organized (phew).
Highlights: Kissing Rosie the baby camel for luck, riding on the bucket train, and knowing your money goes towards protecting the endangered and injured animals.
Lowlights: They are only open to the public on Saturdays, 10-5. With tickets at $10 for adults and $8 for your 3 and uppers, it's not a cheap trip, but at least two and unders are free.
Things to know: Bring your own lunch. There are plenty of picnic tables and plenty of close parking. All of the exhibits are outdoors, with little cover, so bring a hat and plenty of water and sunscreen.
Directions:
Take 377 North
Turn left on Farm to Market 455
Take the first right onto Massey Rd. You should see signs for Sharkarosa.
Enter at the second entrance (you will see red and gray barns)
Estimated 30 mins. from central Denton
www.sharkarosa.com
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