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Photo by Jay Cline. Tiger walks towards the camera while enjoyng a day in the sunshine at Out of Afri Wldlife Sanctuary in Camp Verde, Arizona.

Building a Wild Future Together

Where Compassion Meets Conservation

A Sanctuary Where Wildlife Thrives

More than three decades ago, Dean and Prayeri Harrison founded Out of Africa Wildlife Park with a simple but powerful mission: rescue animals in need and give them a better life.

Today, that mission lives on through Out of Africa Wildlife Sanctuary, our 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to providing lifelong care for animals in need.

At the sanctuary, animals live in expansive, natural-style habitats where they can roam freely and receive expert veterinary care, proper nutrition, and emotional enrichment.

Through education, research, and community outreach, we aim to inspire a deeper connection to nature and promote stewardship of wildlife and wild places. Our work ensures these incredible animals—and the wild world they represent—can be experienced and protected for generations to come.

Mission

Measuring Success Through Our Achievements

Prayeri Harrison and her favorite Warthogs at Out of Africa Wlidlife Park and Sanctuary in Camp Verde, Arizona

A LIFE WORTH LIVING

Our animals enjoy spacious, natural-style habitats that prioritize freedom, safety, and well-being—allowing them to live with dignity and thrive in an environment that mirrors the wild.

FOR THEM ALWAYS

Many of our animals are rescues—wildlife that cannot safely return to the wild. We exist to ensure they are not just housed, but deeply cared for.

GUARDIANS OF TOMORROW

Out of Africa Wildlife Sanctuary is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit born from the legacy of Out of Africa Wildlife Park. Our mission: to provide lifelong care to animals in need while advancing conservation, education, and public awareness.

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ANIMAL
CENTERED
CARE

From specialized diets and enrichment to excellent veterinary support, every animal receives personalized, compassionate care—focused on physical health and emotional needs.

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Join the Mission

Out of Africa Wildlife Sanctuary is the 501(c)(3) nonprofit extension of Out of Africa Wildlife Park, created to ensure lifelong care for animals and deepen our impact beyond the park gates.

When you give, you’re not just supporting a sanctuary—you’re continuing a legacy of compassion, conservation, and connection to the wild. Together, we can rescue more animals, provide exceptional care, and inspire future generations to protect what matters most.

Your support fuels the heart of both the park and the sanctuary.

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