Sequim – October 31, 2026 -- Most drive through safari visits last one to two hours from entry to exit, but a Washington park expert advises families to block out two and a half hours so nobody feels rushed.
The guidance comes from a HelloNation article featuring Robert Beebe of Olympic Game Farm in Sequim, Washington. The range of one to two hours reflects how active the animals are on a given day, how often visitors stop to feed them, and how long families linger at each encounter.
Slow drivers spend about two hours; steady drivers finish in under 90 minutes
At Olympic Game Farm, the route crosses open land where animals move freely around vehicles. Visitors who stop regularly to feed and wait for animals to come close typically spend closer to two hours. Those who keep a steadier pace may finish in under ninety minutes.
Feeding stops and young children add time
When an animal approaches a vehicle, families typically spend several minutes offering food, watching the response, and taking photos. The article advises building that time into the plan from the start, so spontaneous encounters feel like highlights rather than delays.
Families with young children tend to move more slowly, ask more questions, and linger longer at each animal. That is the reason for the two-and-a-half-hour recommendation.
Weekday mornings bring lighter crowds and clearer weather
The article recommends weekday mornings for better crowd conditions and more flexible pacing. Mornings also tend to bring clearer weather, particularly in Sequim, which sits in a rain shadow that produces more dry days than much of the surrounding region.
Weekends and peak travel periods put more vehicles on the route and noticeably affect the pace. For families with flexible schedules, the article points to shoulder-season weekdays, which typically leave more space between vehicles and more uninterrupted time at each stop.
Gate materials help visitors stay oriented
Before entering the route, the article recommends taking a few minutes to review what the park provides at the gate: a route map, animal descriptions, and feeding instructions.