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Behind the Scenes Tour

Wild Encounter Tours, Destination Africa
This unparalleled adventure takes visitors off the boardwalk on an awe-inspiring education hour getting up close and personal with some of the Zoo’s most charismatic animal residents like Ollie, a black-throated monitor lizard, to Howard our white rhino. Guests learn the intricacies involved in keeping these beautiful creatures conditioned, healthy and mentally enriched, and will explore first-hand how the Zoo’s skilled keepers utilize their training to interact with the animals. Reservations required. Tours offered on Saturdays and Sundays at 1 p.m. Cost is $75 per person and includes Zoo admission and a souvenir. Zoo members receive a $10 discount.

To make a reservation call 321.254.9453 x 219.