Brevard Zoo offers lots of activities like kayaking, riding the train, and feeding the animals. In addition, the Zoo daily offers animal demos that rotate depending on the day including alligator, otter, and vulture feedings. If you can’t get enough of the Zoo or are simply a nature enthusiast, consider checking out our many guided outdoor adventures of the Space Coast.
Feed the Giraffes / Lorikeets
Feed the giraffes at the giraffe platform in Expedition Africa. Treats are $2.
Feed nectar to the lorikeets (parrots) in the Aviary in Australasia. Nectar cups are $1.
Train
Cape to Cairo Express train ride
Ride the rails past the Australian aviary and around Lemur Island; cost $3 for ages 2 and up. A portion of each ride benefits the Zoo's conservation programs. The train ride is approximately 10 minutes.
Kayaking
Brevard Zoo offers two guided kayaking tours. Choose a guided kayaking tour of our 22 acre restored wetlands in Wild Florida at the Wetlands Outpost Kayaking or paddle through Expedition Africa. Cost is $6 per person. No children under five can kayak, and children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. A signed waiver is required.
Animal Demos
Alligator and Crocodile Feeding:
Alligator and Crocodile feedings are at 3 p.m. every Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday and can be seen from the bridge to Wild Florida.
Vulture Feeding:
Vulture feedings are at 12 noon daily in the La Selva loop.
River Otter Feeding:
River Otter feedings are at 2 p.m. every Tuesday and Saturday at the otter habitat in Wild Florida.
Behind the Scenes Tours
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.
Packages
For a reduced rate, you can purchase an activity package at the main entrance when you arrive.
Young Explorer’s Package
Includes Zoo admission and tickets to ride the train, and feed the giraffe and lorikeets. Cost is $16 for adults, $15 for seniors, and $13 for children
Wild Explorer’s Package
Includes Zoo admission, a choice of kayaking Wild Florida or Expedition Africa, and giraffe and lorikeet feedings. Children under 5 are not permitted to kayak and children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. A signed waiver is required. Cost is $18 for adults, $17 for seniors, and $15 for children.
