Where is Great Apes of Harambee?

Great Apes of Harambee is at 8450 W 10 Mile Rd, Royal Oak, MI 48067.

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Great Apes of Harambee

4.8(8)· GoogleZoo

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Quick facts

Great Apes of Harambee is a zoo at 8450 W 10 Mile Rd in Royal Oak, MI.

Address: 8450 W 10 Mile Rd, Royal Oak, MI 48067

About Great Apes of Harambee

Great Apes of Harambee is listed as a zoo at 8450 W 10 Mile Rd in Royal Oak, MI 48067. It welcomes children and has a play area, two features for families to note when planning a visit. Tours are offered, and a gift shop is available. The provided listing does not describe the tour format or schedule, so those details are not established here.

Getting tickets ahead of time is recommended. Accessibility features include a wheelchair-accessible entrance and wheelchair-accessible parking. On Google, Great Apes of Harambee has a 4.8 rating from eight reviews; that is a small review base rather than a broad sample of visitor feedback. The available information identifies several practical amenities, but does not include admission prices, opening hours, or details about animals and exhibits.

Known for

Welcomes children; play area available
Tours offered
Gift shop
Wheelchair-accessible entrance and parking
Advance tickets recommended

What reviewers say elsewhere

“Super fun and great for spending the day with the family”
— Nathassja Moreno, July 20, 2025 · google
“Try to go when it’s not so hot out. The earlier in the day the better. You’ll be able to see them walking around more. Yes, the crowds are intense earlier in the day as well!”
— Viridian Virgo, June 2, 2024 · google
“I didn't get to see any. Only one out in the shade relaxing and one inside sleeping.”
— May, May 29, 2023 · google

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