---
title: National Tiger Sanctuary
slug: national-tiger-sanctuary-branson
type: attraction
sub_type: animal preserves
source_url: https://www.tripster.com/detail/national-tiger-sanctuary-branson
city: Saddlebrooke
state: MO
country: US
address: 518 State Hwy BB
geo:
  lat: 36.84083
  lng: -93.22528
duration: up to 1 hrs
cancellation_policy: Free cancellation up to 3 days before the experience.
extracted_at: 2026-06-16T20:29:36.326Z
price_from:
  amount: 33
  currency: USD
  unit: per_adult
availability: InStock
rating:
  value: 4.5
  count: 788
  scale: 5
ticket_options:
  - group: Other Options
    options:
      - name: Awareness Tour
        price: 32.67
        regular_price: 35
        savings: 2.33
        ticket_types:
          - name: Adult (13+ yrs)
            min_age: 13
          - name: Child (4-12 yrs)
            min_age: 4
            max_age: 12
          - name: Senior (55+ yrs)
            min_age: 55
          - name: Infant / Young Child (0-2 yrs)
            min_age: 0
            max_age: 2
---
## Overview

Explore the diverse campus of the National Tiger Sanctuary, a non-profit tiger sanctuary near Branson, Missouri. Take a tour to see white and orange tigers, lions, mountain lions, leopards, and more, learning their stories and supporting a great cause.

## What's Included

- Guided tours around the sanctuary to meet and view big cats.
- Opportunities to learn about the animals’ stories and the sanctuary’s mission.
- Photography and questions encouraged during the guided tours.

## What's Not Included

No explicit exclusions are listed.

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## Ticket Options

- **Awareness Tour** — $32.67 (regularly $35.00, save $2.33)
  Enjoy a 45-minute guided National Tiger Sanctuary Awareness Tour and the opportunity to meet up to 10 big cats and get to know each of their unique personalities! Learn the situations from which each cat was rescued and gain big cat knowledge. (Lions & tigers only on the Awareness Tour)
  - Adult (13+ yrs)
  - Child (4-12 yrs)
  - Senior (55+ yrs)
  - Infant / Young Child (0-2 yrs)

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## Good to Know

* Behind the scenes and feeding tours are available.
* Animals include white and orange tigers, lions, mountain lions, and leopards.
* View big cats from three feet away.
* Located a short drive north of Branson.
* Tours are approximately one hour and cover a distance of 1/4 mile.
* Dress for the weather forecast as tours are outside and happen rain or shine.
* Wear your walking shoes.
* Non-profit facility.
* Tours operate rain or shine; dress accordingly.
* Strollers/wagons and wheelchairs are allowed; some limitations on gravel pathways.
* Mobility scooters are welcome or can be rented for $5.00.
* No touching, holding, or petting of the cats allowed.
* Dogs allowed if they meet good canine citizen standards; service animals and companion animals are welcomed on walking tours but not riding tours.

## Cancellation Policy

Free Changes & Cancellations — See details upon selection.

## FAQs

### Where is the National Tiger Sanctuary located?

The National Tiger Sanctuary is located at 518 State Hwy BB, Saddlebrooke, MO 65630, just a quick drive from Branson, MO.

### How close can I get to the tigers?

All guests safely view the tigers from three feet away.

### How many cats will I see on a National Tiger Sanctuary tour?

The number of big cats depend upon the tour selected. - Awareness tours have the opportunity to meet up to 10 cats from 2 species. - Feeding tours have the opportunity to meet up to 12 cats from 4 species.

### What should I wear during my visit to the National Tiger Sanctuary?

The tours are outside, so please dress for the day’s forecast and wear comfortable walking shoes.

### How long is a typical tour?

National Tiger Sanctuary tours are approximately one hour and you will walk approximately 1/4 mile during that time. There are benches to rest along the path.

### Can I bring a stroller/wagon or walker/wheelchair?

Yes. However, some will have better mobility than others on the gravel pathways. Wagons that can be pulled behind typically perform better than strollers. Power and power-assist chairs do very well! Traditional walkers are not recommended. Mobility scooters are welcome or can be rented for $5.00.

### Are the tours outside?

Yes, and the tours operate rain or shine. Please dress accordingly.

### Can I pet a cat?

No. Out of a healthy respect for the large carnivores in their care, at no time will there be an opportunity to hold, touch, or pet any of the cats.

### Can I bring my dog?

Yes, if they are good canine citizens as outlined below you may bring your dog. - Service animals are welcome on all tours - Companion animals are welcome on our walking tours but are prohibited on our riding tours. - Good canine citizens do not bark or bite, jump on other guests, or antagonize our cats. - Dogs who are unable to remain good canine citizens will be escorted, with their human, back to the gift shop.

## Reviews

> "Bring a camera and wear comfy shoes :D"  
> — Tripster Customer, May 2019

> "Pay the extra $$ for the feeding. You see more animals, and get to watch them eat."  
> — Karsyn Batt, February 2016

> "There is walking involved on the tour so wear comfortable shoes and get there beforehand so that you can enjoy the animals in the waiting area."  
> — Jason Chase, August 2018

> "its some walking not on flat ground so if thats an issue you might not want to go. its outside of course where it can be hot."  
> — Karena Smith, June 2016

> "Non-profit is a good cause, but site is a little misleading"  
> — Jamie Tyler, August 2015

> "Very interesting"  
> — Tripster Customer, April 2019

> "Amazing Animals"  
> — Tripster Customer, October 2017

> "Tip: Watch ad ons, make sure your getting what you pay for!!"  
> — Joe Hess, June 2024