Zoo Inside Look

About the Inside Look Tour at the Zoo

During this 2-hour tour, get a special peak behind-the-scenes and learn how we take care of our animals. You’ll be part of a small, intimate group that will tour the Zoo in a VIP cart and have the opportunity to participate in two very special experiences. All ages welcome (and must pay).

• Learn how we take care of our animals
• Includes two special experiences (behind-the-scenes or animal presentation)
• Possible behind the scenes areas: giraffes, camels, rhinos, koala peek, gorilla roof, tigers, okapis, cats, hippo (no guarantees)

Age Restrictions

• None
• Ages 2 and under must pay and be seated on an adult’s lap

Capacity

• Join-in tour
• Minimum: 1
• Maximum: 7
• 1A / 2C All children must pay and be accompanied by a paid adult. Maximum two children per adult.

Change / Cancel Policy

* Changes or cancellations are not permitted.

Check In

• Check in 15 minutes prior to tour time
• Meet at Signpost #4 near the flamingo exhibit.

Frequency

• Daily; 1.5 hours
• Start times vary between 10 AM and 2 PM

Miscellaneous

• Must be ambulatory - must be able to get in and out of the VIP cart

Program Advisements (Mandatory)

• Sunscreen, sun glasses, and a hat are recommended
• No food or beverages allowed (bottled water ok; iced water provided)
• Large or bulky camera equipment not permitted
• All-weather event
• Proof of age may be required

Ratios

• Adult to Child (ages 8 through 15): 1 Adult for every 2 Children (no exceptions)

• Ages 16 and 17: no accompanying adult required; cannot be chaperone for riders ages 10 - 15 years