A gift certificate for a Denver Zoo Up-Close Animal Encounter lets your special someone choose their unforgettable animal experience.
$200/group (maximum 6 people)
30-minute meet-and-greet with
one of our Ambassador Animals
Adults and children ages 6 and up
Monday, Wednesday, Friday at 1:45 PM, Seasonally
Animal Ambassador demonstrations are typically available 60 days out.
Don't miss this exciting opportunity to meet a variety of Denver Zoo’s Animal Ambassadors—from rockin' reptiles to marvelous mammals, each experience is unique. Our Animal Ambassadors participate in training demonstrations, school visits and pop-up animal demonstrations; you'll learn from our experts about how these smaller animals make a mighty big impact with their unique personalities and individual characteristics! We cannot guarantee a specific animal, but every possible combination is pretty...well...WILD.
PLEASE NOTE: Your party will have the chance to meet up to three animals, typically at least one from each category. Specific animals are not guaranteed.
Wild Card experiences will not include: any birds at this time due to avian influenza, as well as penguins, flamingos, large carnivores like lions or tigers, primates, larger mammals like elephants or rhinos. Visit denverzoo.org/up-close-looks for a listing of other animal experiences.
PLEASE NOTE: This experience includes exclusive interactions with animal care experts and the ability to see animals that live behind the scenes. Due to safety regulations, guests will not have direct contact with the animals.
A gift certificate for a Denver Zoo Up-Close Animal Encounter lets your special someone choose their unforgettable animal experience.