Wild Encounters

If you’ve yearned to get closer to the animals, now you can with a Wild Encounter!

Behind-the-scenes experiences turn a trip to the Zoo into the chance of a lifetime.

Have you ever wondered what it’s like to care for animals from around the world? Are you interested in meeting the Animal Care Team and having a WOW moment with wildlife? Zoo Atlanta’s Wild Encounters provide the perfect opportunity to meet and greet some of your favorite animals all while learning more about their natural history, how we care for them, and the ways we are working around the globe to save wild animals and wild habitats.

These educational programs vary in length and are sure to engage and excite you, too, about saving wildlife, all while enjoying a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Participants can expect to meet members of the Animal Care Team, meet an animal, learn about our positive reinforcement training and enrichment programs, and walk away with a keepsake and knowledge of how to save species. All participation in Wild Encounters programs is voluntary for the animals.

If your desired date/time is not available, please continue to check the website for future availability. Wild Encounters bookings are made available in six-month increments.

Wild Encounter Gift Certificate

Give the adventure of lifelong learning. Here’s an idea we can promise won’t be re-gifted: give a certificate for one of Zoo Atlanta’s education programs! You may also purchase gift certificates in $25 increments up to $100. Program restrictions apply. 

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