Wales Online
·Aug 2026
I stayed in a £600-a-night bell tent at UK safari an hour from Wales - here's what it's really like
A family reviews Knowsley Safari's £600 one-night Safari Sleepover, which includes a bell tent, after-hours walking safari, campfire activities, meals, park admission and an early-morning VIP safari drive. The experience offers unusually close and crowd-free views of animals including giraffes, tigers, bears, rhinos, baboons and lions, followed by access to the park's attractions. The reviewer praises the guides, wildlife encounters and family entertainment but says the temporary campsite is basic, lacks showers and serves relatively simple food, making the package expensive for a tent in Merseyside. It may appeal to wildlife enthusiasts seeking exclusive access, while families on tighter budgets can opt for discounted day passes and Camp Knowsley activities.