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Free Self-Guided Field Trips

Denver Zoo is thrilled to offer self-guided field trips for eligible schools and groups! To provide the best experience for all, reservations (and associated bus parking spots) are limited. Reservations are first-come, first-served and quickly reaching capacity.

 

DATES + TIMES 

Fall 2023

Mondays through Fridays

September 5-December 15

COST 

FREE for all attendees!

ELIGIBILITY

To qualify for free or discounted entry, you must be (1) an accredited institution (2) following an academic curriculum; and (3) be accompanied by a teacher or institutional staff. 

HOW TO RESERVE:

1. Click the “Register Now” button below to be taken to our reservation page.
2. Select the date you’d like to visit. All available dates are shown-no exceptions.
3. Select the number of guests, including students, school staff members and chaperones.
4. Provide your school’s information and your contact information, so we can get in touch with you about your visit. We also ask that you include the number of buses you’re bringing, so we can plan accordingly. Please note that parking is available on a first come, first served basis in the East Lot and is not guaranteed.
5. Once your reservation is processed, you will receive an email with your digital tickets. You’ll also receive more information on your day at the Zoo one week and one day before your visit, so keep an eye out for useful planning tips!

 

Charter bus rentals for school field trips are available through a variety of providers, including CharterUP, Shofur, and GOGO Charters.

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• Chaperones must be 21 years of age or older.
• Chaperones must stay with their assigned group at all times.
• One adult per 10 students is REQUIRED for all groups (ECE through Grade 12).
• Adults bringing younger siblings are welcome, but may NOT be counted as chaperones.

Members Welcome! 

Members wishing to chaperone a school trip can also
make a separate reservation using their membership if they’d like to.  RESCHEDULE + CANCELLATION Expand

To cancel or reschedule, please contact guestcare@denverzoo.org at least three weeks prior to your scheduled visit. 

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