Animal Encounters
Creating Connections Between People and Amazing Animals
Meet us for an up-close encounter with some of the world’s most incredible wild animals. From the scaly and slithery to furry friends, Wild Animal Safari animal encounters educate, engage and create memorable moments between people and animals.
Our encounters inspire participants to take a lifelong interest in conservation and the natural world. But they’re also just plain fun! A perfect opportunity for animal lovers, nature enthusiasts and adventurers.
Choose an Animal Encouter
Ages 5+
Tamandua Encounter
Spend some time in the rainforest with our Southern Tamanduas, Pinky and The Brain! This encounter includes 20 minutes of guided personal interaction, feeding and enrichment activities inside their enclosure.
Animal Encounters must be booked at least 24 hours in advance.
Encounter Size Limit: max 6 people per encounter time.
BOOK NOW or Call 706-663-8744
Ages 5+
Reptile and Amphibian Encounter
Meet some scaly, smooth or hard-shelled critters! Participants will assist our Reptile Keepers in routine care duties, take a tour of our off-exhibit Reptile Hallway and interact with various species.
Animal Encounters must be booked at least 24 hours in advance.
Encounter Size Limit: max 6 people per encounter time.
BOOK NOW or Call 706-663-8744
Ages 5+
Giraffe Encounter
Get up close to the world's tallest land mammal! With this encounter, you will meet and feed one of our giraffes while one of our experienced animal keepers teaches you about their behavior, habitat, and conservation efforts.
Animal Encounters must be booked at least 24 hours in advance.
Encounter Size Limit: max 6 people per encounter time.
BOOK NOW or Call 706-663-8744
Ages 5+
Capybara Encounter
Get up close to the capybara! Meet the world's largest living rodent and see for yourself just how cute they really are.
Animal Encounters must be booked at least 24 hours in advance.
Encounter Size Limit: max 6 people per encounter time.
BOOK NOW or Call 706-663-8744
You’ll get to…
Interact with an Animal
Get closer to wild animals than you ever dreamed!
Learn with an Expert
Hear from zookeepers on habitats, feeding, conservation and more.
Take a Picture
Bring home a long-lasting memory and a picture to share the moment.