Explore the Zoo After Hours!
These guided walks are for up to ten people per group-two groups per date offered. Your expert guide will take you through select regions of the Zoo where you will hear stories about the animals in our care and our conservation initiatives.
| Date Range | Hike Start Time |
| April 14 - May 26 on various dates | Sunday and Thursday: 4:30 p.m. |
| May 30 - August 11 | Thursday thru Sunday: 5:30 p.m. |
| August 15 - September 1 | Thursday and Friday: 4:30 p.m. |
| Saturday and Sunday: 5:30 p.m. | |
| September 5 - September 29 | Thursday thru Sunday: 4:30 p.m. |
Know Before You Go
This is not a behind-the-scenes tour. Not all animal areas of the zoo are visited during your tour because of the late hour or special circumstances.
- Age Requirements: Guests under 18 years, regardless of age, must be registered and accompanied by a paid adult (18 years of age or older).
- Alcohol: No outside alcohol is allowed on Zoo grounds. The presence of alcohol in your group will result in the immediate termination of your tour with no refund.
- Cameras: Participants are free to document their Zoo experiences with the use of cameras or video recording devices. Be advised that recording in areas in which there is an expectation of privacy, such as restrooms, is prohibited.
- Cancellations: If you do not attend on your scheduled date or cancel up to 48 hours before your tour date, no refunds will be issued.
- Health and Safety: We care about the wellbeing of both guests and our tour guides. If anyone in your group is sick, please do not attend.
- Payment: Payment is required in full at the time of booking. We accept Visa, MasterCard, Discover, and American Express.
- Special Needs: Please let us know if you or anyone in your group needs special accommodations.
- Weather: Tours take place rain or shine. If a tour is cancelled by the Zoo for any reason, we will attempt to reschedule or you will be refunded for the full amount.
