Interested in this vendor?
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!
https://api.leadconnectorhq.com/widget/appointment/event_appts/showing?sessionId=4ab97dd1-8d24-4834-b434-075b44ab3723&trigger_link=N3x1Ljfh6Y5SobX9dTwU
- Woman-owned
Venues you may like
See other venues that are popular with couples right now
Frequently asked questions
Do you have a site fee for wedding receptions at your venue?
What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during peak season?
What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during off-peak season?
Do you have a site fee for wedding ceremonies at your venue?
What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during peak season?
What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during off-peak season?
Which of the following are included in starting site fee?
What is the starting price per person for bar service?
Which of the following are included in the starting price for bar service?
How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?
Describe your venue:
What kind of settings are available?
Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?
What event services do you offer?
What catering services do you offer?
What bar services do you provide?
What event items are available?
What food and beverage items are available?
What transportation and access is available?
What months are included in your peak season?
What months are included in your off-peak season?
Reviews of Tanganyika Wildlife Park
Review summary
Tanganyika is highly recommended as a wedding venue, with reviewers praising the cool atmosphere and the ability to include animals in the festivities. The team is commended for their prompt communication and ability to keep events on time. Event planner Connie is described as attentive and wonderful, going above and beyond to accommodate last-minute changes and even arranging for a videographer when the bride's parents were unable to attend. The venue itself is described as amazing, with a penguin walking down the aisle being a highlight. Overall, Tanganyika is praised for making the wedding day magical and memorable.
Experience of a Lifetime
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.
Amazing job!
Just what I wanted for my Wedding
Awards
Explore other wedding venues in your area
Find your ideal space among popular ones and Couples' Choice Award winners.
See venuesProfessional Network & Endorsements
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!
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!
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.
Map
Tanganyika Wildlife Park frequently asked questions
- Bridal Suite
- Chairs
- Lighting/Sound
- Parking
- Set Up
- Tables
- Bartender(s)
- House Beer
- House Wine
- Open Bar
- Ballroom
- Banquet Hall
- Farm/Ranch
- Garden
- Park
- Zoo
- Indoor
- Covered Outdoor
- Uncovered Outdoor
- Ceremony
- Reception
- Bridal Shower
- Engagement Party
- Elopements
- Rehearsal Dinner
- Bar Services
- Clean Up
- Event Planner
- Event Rentals
- Get Ready Rooms
- Outside Vendors
- Wifi
- Altar/Arch
- Audio Equipment
- Centerpieces
- Chairs
- Chair Covers
- Dance Floor
- Decor
- Drapery
- Lighting
- Photo booth
- Tables