Grab a tray of fish and accompany aquarists in hand-feeding stingrays in Stingray Bay and then head over to The Reef to get nose to nose with sharks and reef fish! Finish the day by exploring behind-the-scenes and learning more about coral reef conservation, invasive species, and the hard work being done to conserve our oceans.

Cancellation and Refund Policies: Wild Encounters are held rain or shine. Refunds (minus 10% processing fee) are available if you cancel at least 2 weeks in advance. No refund if you cancel less than 2 weeks in advance, but the zoo will make every effort to reschedule your Encounter. The zoo reserves the right to cancel any Wild Encounter or offer an equivalent substitute at any time due to animal health or safety issues. In the event of a zoo cancellation, a full refund will be offered.

A portion of your Wild Encounter supports our Zoo Conservation Fund.

Days:  Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday

Dates/Time: Every week January 2 through March 23, 2025

11am

Ages: 5 & up*

Cost: $200

for groups up to 4 participants

*Children age 13 and under must be accompanied by an adult who has also purchased a Wild Encounter.