How to Throw a Jungle Themed Baby Shower
Jungle baby shower themes are one of our favorite party ideas, and you can easily customize them to suit every momma-to-be’s vision for celebrating the upcoming arrival of their little one. There are few things cuter than baby elephants, tigers, and monkeys on party invites!
If you’re not sure where to start, you’ve come to the right place! We’re here to guide you through the process of planning the perfect Jungle-Themed Baby Shower that will be both memorable and budget-friendly.
Read on to discover our lists of food and drink ideas, invitations, decorations, games, and party favors that are cute, creative, and cost-effective. So take a page out of our book and let us help you organize an event everyone will go “wild” over!

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When to Throw a Jungle Baby Shower
The ideal season to throw a jungle baby shower would be late spring and summer, especially if you’re able to organize the event outdoors. You’re already surrounded by green, so you can often use the natural landscape as a decoration in and of itself.
Jungle-themed baby showers aren’t just for the summer months, however. If you happen to live in a warmer climate all year round, you’re not really limited by the season!
After all, a region that’s more like a desert (think Arizona or New Mexico) would be the perfect place for a jungle safari-themed party.
We always say that it comes down to what the expecting momma wants. If she’s set on a jungle baby shower in the dead of winter, you bet you’re going to make that happen for her!
Example Party Schedule
While you don’t have to have a schedule for a baby shower, we like to have a general idea of what will happen throughout the day.
Here’s a sample schedule for a fall baby shower:
1-1:30 pm – Guests arrive and mingle
1:30 – 2 pm – Shower Hostess says a few words and outlines what to expect with when you’re planning food, games and gift opening. This would also be a good time to do a warm up game, like our favorite baby scavenger hunt. This game can help other guests meet each other. If you’re doing a diaper raffle, we recommend introducing it at this time so guests have time to drop off their gift and fill out any raffle entries.
2 – 3 pm – Food and drinks are available
3-4 pm – Baby shower gift opening and diaper raffle. We like to sprinkle raffle prizes in between gifts to keep guests engaged and entertained.
If you’re having part of your shower virtual, this is a great time to have guests log into Zoom!
4-5 pm – Final games and goodbyes
Jungle Baby Shower Checklist
Ready to start planning? Here’s our ultimate checklist for planning a baby shower:
Planning
Decide on a Theme
Decide on Time and Venue
Pick a Menu
Pick out invitations
Decide if you want to include a virtual option
Create a guest list
Send out Invitations
Party Prep
(If you’re the mom to be) Check your registry and make sure there are enough gifts of all price ranges
Order Decorations
Decide what you want to serve
Create a gift table and decorate it appropriately
(If applicable) Make a diaper raffle basket or gift basket for guests to pick from for their gift
Check in with guests who have not sent RSVPs yet
(if applicable) Schedule Zoom or virtual online meeting (here’s our tips for planning a virtual baby shower)
Day Of
Assemble decorations around the house wherever they will look best
Hang streamers, balloons, paper garlands, and other decorations as needed.
Pick up any ordered food, drinks or desserts
Enjoy the party!
What To Serve at a Jungle Baby Shower
Planning a menu for a jungle baby shower can be a blast, especially with all of the creative snack and meal ideas out there. Check out some of these delicious options:
Appetizers and Dips
Fruit Salsa with Baked Cinnamon Chips
Animal Cookies
Lion’s Mane Veggie Tray
Safari Animal Print Cake Pops
Fruit Kabobs
Main Entrees
Giant Jungle Snake Shaped Sub Sandwich
Peri-Peri African Chicken
Mongolian Beef Stir Fry
Desserts
Zebra Cakes
Safari Cupcakes
Banana Pudding Cups
Elephant Ears
Drinks
Pineapple Jungle Bird Cocktail
Related Post: Best Foods to Serve at a Baby Shower
Invitations
Here are some of our favorite invitations for a jungle baby shower:
Baby Animal Shower Invitation
Adorable Jungle Baby shower invitation with baby animals!
Girl Baby Shower Invitation
Cute girl baby shower invitation with baby animals!
Gender Neutral Baby Shower Invite with Elephant
Cute gender neutral baby shower invitation
Decorations
There are so many cute jungle-themed decorations out there, including:
Gold Safari Jungle Animals Baby Shower Boxes Decor
Celebrate in style with this adorable wild animals-themed balloon box kit! So fun and easy to do, but yet makes a big statement!
Jungle Safari Photo Booth Props
Perfect photo booth props for wild animals theme baby shower or birthday party supplies. Take entertaining and shareable party photos while making memories with these lovely photo booth props. With eye-catching jungle element & funny sayings designs, sure to give a deep impression to everyone.
Jungle Theme Safari Baby Shower Decorations
All in one kit with all the jungle decorations you'll need!
Baby Shower Games
Check out some of these fun-filled jungle-themed baby shower games:
Safari Baby Shower Games Bundle
Diaper Raffle Tickets and Sign
Jungle Safari Baby Shower Games Bundle
Rustic Safari Baby Shower Games
Gold Safari Jungle Baby Shower Games
Neutral Safari Baby Shower Games
Guess How Many Animal Crackers Game
Favors and Prizes
Thank your guests with these thoughtful and creative favors and prizes:
Gold Safari Baby Shower Hand Sanitizer
Cute customized hand sanitizers
Gold Safari Baby Shower Mini Wine Label,
Cute mini wine labels are perfect for the baby shower!
Jungle Treat Bags
Treat bags are perfect shower gifts! Fill them with animal crackers to keep the jungle theme
Final Thoughts
Gathering together to celebrate your friend or family member’s journey into motherhood is always a memorable occasion. It’s always fun (and less stressful) to prepare ahead of time, and this guide has taken the guesswork out of planning the perfect jungle-themed baby shower.
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