Tara Treasures

Felt Safari Animal Toys, Set of 6

$130.00

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Ships in early to mid-July. We will email you the moment it ships.

Six hand-felted African safari animals sized for small world play on the savannah: African Elephant, Rhinoceros, Giraffe, Lion, Wildebeest, and Zebra. Each animal is crafted with attention to the markings and proportions that make each species recognizable. They pair beautifully with the Large Safari Play Mat for a complete Serengeti scene.

Material100% wool felt
IncludesSix animals: African Elephant, Rhinoceros, Giraffe, Lion, Wildebeest, and Zebra
SizeLength 6 to 8¾ inches
CertifiedFair Trade USA, GOTS, OEKO-TEX
Origin DesignedAustralia MadeNepal

Age Recommendations

3456

Suited to children aged three years and up.

Why it lasts.

We carry this set because the Tara Treasures safari animals are among the most detailed and recognizable felt animals we have found. The Giraffe's patches, the Zebra's stripes, the Rhino's horn: these are done with care. Children who love African wildlife respond to the accuracy, and the set works beautifully as a standalone collection or alongside the Safari Play Mat.

Who it's for

For the parent
Six large hand-felted African safari animals scaled for tabletop play and the Large Safari Play Mat: African Elephant, Rhinoceros, Giraffe, Lion, Wildebeest, and Zebra.
For the educator
A named African wildlife set for habitat sorting, animal classification, and open-ended safari small world play.
For the gift-giver
A generous six-piece wildlife set that pairs perfectly with the Large Safari Play Mat for a complete African savannah world.

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Details

Materials & construction

Each piece is crafted from 100% New Zealand wool felt, sourced from GOTS-certified farms. The wool is colored with azo-free, non-toxic dyes and verified under OEKO-TEX Standard 100. Every component, including structural threads and dyes, is cleared of over 100 harmful substances. The finished pieces contain no plastic, no batteries, and no synthetic fill.

These pieces are made in Kathmandu, Nepal, by a cooperative of over 350 women artisans, the majority of whom are mothers. Each is shaped through traditional needle-felting and wet-felting, without molds or machines. The cooperative holds Fair Trade USA certification, ensuring fair wages and safe working conditions. Your purchase directly supports the economic independence of the women who made it.

Ways to play

Set up all six animals across the Large Safari Play Mat and build out a Serengeti scene. Sort by herbivore and carnivore, name each animal, and create watering hole and migration stories with the full cast. Add the Papoose African Trees, Set of 3 to extend the terrain.

Care & storage

Spot-clean with a damp cloth and mild soap. Do not submerge or machine wash. Air dry flat. Store in a basket or bin between sessions.

Shipping & returns

Shipping

In-stock items ship from LA in 1–3 business days, plus 1–6 in transit (contiguous U.S.).

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Returns accepted for 30 days from delivery. If the toy isn't right, send it back. Free returns on damaged or defective items.