Zoo Backstage Pass
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About Backstage Pass at the San Diego Zoo
Join us for an amazing opportunity to learn about our world-famous animal ambassadors and their dedicated trainers at the San Diego Zoo. This up-close experience will give you a once-in-a-lifetime observation of some of our wild friends living at the Zoo. You will meet our trainers and get the inside scoop on how we care for these magnificent animals. From the audience, you will observe various species exercising natural behaviors, so bring your camera for some awesome photo opportunities! As an added bonus, you will have an opportunity to feed one of our animal ambassadors. Meet us at Backstage Pass for this interactive and educational program, and learn how we train and enrich the lives of our animals at the San Diego Zoo!
Note: Our animal experiences are subject to change, based on the animals’ health and safety needs.
ADA
- Wheelchair Accessible
Admission
- Admission is NOT included in the price of the Backstage Pass and is required. Please ensure each guest has a valid Admission ticket or Membership.
Age Restrictions
- Minimum age 5 years (no exceptions). Proof of children's ages may be required.
- Maximum of 2 children ages 5 – 15 per adult in a party.
Capacity
- 46 guests (when program is once daily)
- 40 guests (when program is held twice daily - peak periods)
Change / Cancel Policy
- Changes or cancellations are not permitted.
Check In
- Check in upon arrival at any ticket window to obtain Backstage Pass lanyard
- Check in 10 minutes prior to program time at the Backstage Pass Gate in Urban Jungle
Frequency
- Varied Days; 1.5 hours
Program Advisements (Mandatory)
- No food or beverages allowed (bottled water okay; iced water provided)
- No large or bulky camera equipment such as tripods or large camera bags.
- San Diego Zoo reserves the right to re-route or cancel any tour due to inclement weather, animal health, or safety concerns.
- Proof of children's ages may be required.
- Check in upon arrival at any ticket window to obtain Backstage Pass lanyard.
Ratios
- Maximum of 2 children ages 5 - 15 per adult in party.
