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About

Tanganyika Wildlife Park is a premier wedding venue located in Goddard, Kansas. A 15-minute drive from Wichita, the venue offers lush green landscapes, a waterfall, and is home to rare and endangered animals. The dedication taken to keeping the Park picture-worthy at all times provides an exotic backdrop with the feel of a destination wedding. As a bonus, your wedding directly contributes to the care and continuation of some of the rarest species in the world.

Facilities and Capacity

Tanganyika Wildlife Park has three indoor and two outdoor event spaces for hosting wedding celebrations and can accommodate up to 350 guests in the Serengeti Room and Patio. Couples may choose the stunning Manyara Garden or the fun and quirky Tanganyika Falls Courtyard for outdoor wedding ceremonies, or from several indoor rooms. Two of the rooms have multi-media equipment for video or slideshows and built-in sound systems. All rooms feature large picture windows offering beautiful views of the landscape. Tanganyika Wildlife Park also has a private room for hosting rehearsal dinners.

Services Offered

Tanganyika Wildlife Park customizes its wedding and reception packages to meet each couple's specific desires and accommodate weddings of all sizes and budgets. The team would be happy to assist throughout the day, even with set up and clean up. In addition to this, the venue can offer a list of preferred vendors that will surely help bring everything together. With catering, bartending, and coordinating services, couples will find all they require here. The venue can also offer:

  • A generous parking lot
  • Lighted ceiling design in the Serengeti Room
  • Engagement photo packages
  • Linen credit
  • Season passes for couples
  • Admission for guests during regular business hours
  • Photobooth printer
  • Wheelchair access

Book a call with our wedding specialist to start planning your dream wedding!

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Frequently asked questions

Do you have a site fee for wedding receptions at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during peak season?

$1,050

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during off-peak season?

$840

Do you have a site fee for wedding ceremonies at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during peak season?

$900

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during off-peak season?

$720

Which of the following are included in starting site fee?

Bridal Suite
Chairs
Lighting/Sound
Parking
Set Up
Tables

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$12

Which of the following are included in the starting price for bar service?

Bartender(s)
House Beer
House Wine
Open Bar

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

5

Describe your venue:

Ballroom
Banquet Hall
Farm/Ranch
Garden
Park
Zoo

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
Covered Outdoor
Uncovered Outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Bridal Shower
Engagement Party
Elopements
Rehearsal Dinner

What event services do you offer?

Bar Services
Clean Up
Event Planner
Event Rentals
Get Ready Rooms
Outside Vendors
Wifi

What catering services do you offer?

Outside Cake

What bar services do you provide?

Bartender(s)
Cash Bar
Champagne Toast
House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine
Liquor License
Open Bar
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink
Specialty Beer
Specialty Wine

What event items are available?

Altar/Arch
Audio Equipment
Centerpieces
Chairs
Chair Covers
Dance Floor
Decor
Drapery
Lighting
Photo booth
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

March
April
May
June
July
August
September
October
November

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
March
November
December

Reviews of Tanganyika Wildlife Park

Courtney
Courtney Sent on 10/16/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Experience of a Lifetime

If you want people to talk about your wedding, and call it the coolest wedding they've ever been to, Tanganyika is the best place to get married. Being able to include animals in the festivities was a huge hit. We had 5 animals come visit during our cocktail hour, and it really helped keep guests busy while we did last minute photos (and snuck in a private dinner).

The team here really knows how to keep events on time and they do a great job of communicating with the rest of your vendors. Beyond the cool atmosphere, the team really just knows how to help wherever you may need it.
Sunshine
Sunshine Sent on 06/12/2025
5 out of 5 rating

BEST venue ever!

This venue meant a lot to my husband and me. It was a very easy and stress-free process to have everything done. Ashlee was a joy to work with. She was very attentive the day of and was there whenever we needed her help. Our wedding ran smoothly and flawlessly even if the weather wasn't.
J
Justin Sent on 07/04/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Justin and Veronica’s wedding

Was a very fun environment and Connie did an amazing job trying to get everything me and the Bride wanted. Was a fun time
Sarah
Sarah Sent on 01/31/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing job!

Connie is so attentive and wonderful!
Natalie
Natalie Sent on 01/27/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Just what I wanted for my Wedding

Tanganyika was a wonderful venue for our wedding!! Connie, the event planner, was very helpful and always responded very quickly. Connie was able to make any last minute changes happen without making you feel like you’re an inconvenience. She always had a smile on her face and just made you feel very comfortable. She went above and beyond especially after finding out my parents tested positive for Covid-19 and would not be able to make my wedding so she pulled strings and arranged for a videographer for the ceremony so my parents could still watch it. We picked a penguin as our animal ambassador and it was the cutest thing having it walk down the aisle. I would highly recommend Tanganyika to everyone.
R
Rachel Sent on 04/18/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing Venue

Ami and Connie were amazing. They made our day wonderful. They were very helpful with everything. The venue was amazing. They went above and beyond their call of duty. Thank you so much Ami and Connie for all that you did to make our day special and wonderful.
A
Ashley Sent on 04/14/2021
5 out of 5 rating

The best choice we made!

Tanganyika was an absolute dream! Ami and the staff are wonderful and made our big day absolutely magical! We had a penguin walk down the aisle!! 😍 Plus we felt great about helping out a great cause! With COVID and all the craziness, we were thankful to have such a versatile venue, plus a way for guest to keep the kiddos entertained. We could have asked for a more perfect day!
Maria
Maria Sent on 12/29/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Responsive and Happy to Help

We worked with Ami this year and she was awesome! Not only did she know how to calm me down when I was feeling a little anxious, but she was super easy to work with! We loved our venue and the staff was super helpful! If you love animals and you want to work with knowledgeable, trustworthy people, I would definitely recommend Tanganyika!
J
Jana Sent on 11/25/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Saved the day!!

My husband of 20 years and I had been planning our dream wedding for so long that when Covid threatened to not only ruin our wedding once but twice I was broken. The first time we postponed and the second time our venue canceled but I wasn't giving up. We love TWP and spend many weekends with our kids there, we even shot our love story there so when we got the cancel notice a month before I called them. They have an amazing event coordinator Ami and she set us up to come look that evening. We got there and it seemed meant to be. They didn't hesitate to take on all our craziness and they worked well with all our vendors. We wanted the fairytale and they delivered. From chandeliers and draperies too a sloth greeting guests at our cocktail hour too making sure we had room for all the extras I wanted. They really did come through for us and I will forever be grateful! They made our day WONDERFULLY AMAZING!! Thank you so much Matt, Ami, and the entire staff that helped make our dream wedding happen!!
M
Mckenzie Sent on 11/19/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Beautiful and helpful

The entire Tanganyika team made our wedding so wonderful! We had a penguin go down our aisle and multiple animals visit! Our guests were able to go into the Park which saved us money on having the bar open later while we finished our photos up. Ami was fantastic with being available when we needed her and she stayed the entire day! I helped my best friend plan her wedding somewhere else and couldn't believe how much more Ami would do. She even took out the trash! My guests couldn't stop talking about how magical Tanganyika was and my grandma called it the "Disney" of Kansas. You should definitely consider getting married here!
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Awards

89
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2021 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2019 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2018 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2016 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2015 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2014 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2013 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2012 Winner

Professional Network & Endorsements

10 Endorsements
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The Ladies at Tanganyika are the absolute best event coordinators in Wichita! They always go above and beyond for EVERY Bride. We love working with Tanganika, and love knowing that our Brides are in the best of hands, and will receive the upmost care and attention. They are a joy to work with, and we just love getting to be a part of their awesome venue!

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If you are seeking a unique venue and an awesome staff, then look no further! Tanganyika is a beautiful venue that has a lot to offer. The park has a great outdoor site for your outdoor wedding and the air conditioned reception site is just a few paces away. Parking is never a problem and the staff is awesome. You will never be met with a fake smile, the staff is there to help and they are very accommodating to everyone involved in your event. I understand that they are adding some new lighting, so stay tuned! Tanganyika is easily one of the top choices for me when it comes to venue recommendations!

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Sense they came upon the wedding scene a few years back they have made wonderful strides in both venues and customer satisfaction. It is a great place for a animal or outdoorsy type of weddings.

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Tanganyika Wildlife Park frequently asked questions

Tanganyika Wildlife Park includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Bridal Suite
  • Chairs
  • Lighting/Sound
  • Parking
  • Set Up
  • Tables
The bar service starting price at Tanganyika Wildlife Park includes:
  • Bartender(s)
  • House Beer
  • House Wine
  • Open Bar
The space offered by Tanganyika Wildlife Park for wedding events is known for:
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet Hall
  • Farm/Ranch
  • Garden
  • Park
  • Zoo
Tanganyika Wildlife Park offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Covered Outdoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
Tanganyika Wildlife Park offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Elopements
  • Rehearsal Dinner
Tanganyika Wildlife Park offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Bar Services
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planner
  • Event Rentals
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Outside Vendors
  • Wifi
Tanganyika Wildlife Park offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Altar/Arch
  • Audio Equipment
  • Centerpieces
  • Chairs
  • Chair Covers
  • Dance Floor
  • Decor
  • Drapery
  • Lighting
  • Photo booth
  • Tables
Tanganyika Wildlife Park is recommended by 97% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.9 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 4.9 in quality of service, 4.9 in average response time, 4.9 in professionalism, 4.8 in flexibility and 4.8 in value.
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