Safari Run franchise: cost, fees and total investment
Short answer: The Safari Run franchise fee is $40,000 and the total initial investment ranges from $362,200 to $787,067, with about $95,000 in liquid cash required, based on franchise disclosure data compiled in October 2026. Confirm current figures in Items 5 and 7 of the Safari Run FDD.
What are the Safari Run franchise fees and investment?
The Safari Run franchise requires a franchise fee of $40,000 and a total initial investment of $362,200 to $787,067. The franchise fee is one line inside the total investment, which also covers location, equipment, opening inventory and working capital.
| Franchise fee (FDD Item 5) | $40,000 |
|---|---|
| Total initial investment (FDD Item 7) | $362,200 to $787,067 |
| Minimum liquid cash | $95,000 |
| US locations | 3 |
| Industry | Education & Children (Sports & Recreation) |
| Headquarters | San Mateo, California |
| Founded | 2009 |
| Franchising since | 2009 |
How does the Safari Run investment compare with other education & children franchises?
Safari Run's minimum investment of $362,200 is above the median minimum investment of $118,363 across the 231 education & children franchises in the SelectFranchiseList database. 55 of the other 230 brands in this industry start at a higher investment. Its franchise fee starting at $40,000 compares with an industry median of $42,500.
By minimum investment, Safari Run belongs with franchises from $250,000 to $500,000.
What should you verify in the Safari Run FDD?
Verify six parts of the Safari Run Franchise Disclosure Document before you sign, because figures change with every annual FDD:
- Item 5 and Item 6: the current franchise fee, royalty, marketing fund and technology fees.
- Item 7: the full investment range by expense line, including working capital.
- Item 19: whether Safari Run discloses financial performance data, and which units it covers.
- Item 20: openings, closures and transfers, plus contacts for current and former franchisees.
- Item 21: the franchisor's audited financial statements.
- Item 12: whether your territory is protected.
The full list of Items is in the FDD guide. You must receive the FDD at least 14 calendar days before you sign a binding agreement or pay any money.
Which franchises are similar to Safari Run?
These education & children franchises have the closest minimum investment to Safari Run:
| Franchise | Franchise fee | Total investment |
|---|---|---|
| Rock and Roll Daycare | $49,500 | $351,500 to $640,000 |
| Driving Academy | $50,000 | $376,000 to $637,000 |
| Online Trading Academy | $100,000 to $250,000 | $389,800 to $684,500 |
| Kidville | $50,000 | $332,800 to $739,755 |
| Taste Buds Kitchen | $49,500 | $396,200 to $516,800 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a Safari Run franchise cost?
The total initial investment for a Safari Run franchise ranges from $362,200 to $787,067, including a franchise fee of $40,000, according to franchise disclosure data compiled in October 2026. The exact amount depends on location, build-out and working capital, as shown in Item 7 of the FDD.
How much cash do you need to open a Safari Run franchise?
Safari Run lists a minimum of about $95,000 in liquid cash. Lenders usually finance part of the remaining investment, and the franchisor confirms its capital requirements during qualification.
How many Safari Run locations are there?
Safari Run reported 3 US locations in the data compiled in October 2026. Item 20 of the FDD shows openings, closures and transfers for the last three years.
How long has Safari Run been franchising?
Safari Run started offering franchises in 2009 after the company was founded in 2009.
Figures are compiled from franchise disclosure data and public franchise listings as of October 2026 and may have changed. Safari Run and its trademarks belong to their owner; SelectFranchiseList is not affiliated with or endorsed by Safari Run. This page is not an offer to sell a franchise. Only the franchisor's current FDD is authoritative.