Now visitors to wine country with a wild taste for adventure can explore and embrace the spirit of an African savanna right in Sonoma County. On this excursion to a wildlife preserve, open to guests of almost all ages, climb aboard a rugged open-air vehicle and pretend you're exploring the wilds of Kenya.

Get up close and personal with giraffes, gazelles, and zebras—just a few of the 800 animals at the preserve. Led by an experienced guide, this journey transports you to an environment much like the exotic and untamed lands of Africa with herds roaming virtually undisturbed over hundreds of acres. All around you, the bush comes alive as you listen to the rich noises of Serengeti.

While riding in the open-air vehicle, enjoy the unique chance to get close to animals with origins spanning the entire African continent. This diverse species integration as well as the freedom to move throughout a natural environment allows the animals to maintain many of their wild instincts and behaviors.

Have the opportunity to observe highly endangered animals such as the scimitar-horned oryx, Nile lechwe, and addax—rarely seen in the wild. Bring your camera for unique photo opportunities and with a little luck, you might find yourself eye-to-eye with a white rhino or a towering giraffe.