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Description:  We offer many levels of guided tour experiences.  Guides are staff and trained zoo volunteers.  Guided Encounters are for kids, while Alaska Zoo Tours and Private Tours are geared toward adults.  Discovery Tours are offered during summer season only.
 
To Schedule:  lchickos@alaskazoo.org, (907) 346-2858 (Zoo Education Office).
 

 
  • All tours include behind-scenes encounters and natural history information.
  • Guided Encounters are for students, camp groups, and youth organizations.
  • Alaska Zoo Tours are offered to any family or group of friends wishing to schedule a tour of the zoo.
  • Discovery Tours are daily from Noon - 2:00 during summer season only.
  • Private Tours are the most extensive experience we offer, guided by senior zoo staff and offering multiple encounters with animals.  These tours may be scheduled after-hours or during open hours.
Tour Type: Fees:
Guided Encounter (1.5 hrs) $8.00/child & $9/adult (includes zoo admission). 
  Fees are paid at Admissions on the day of your tour.
  Must be scheduled in advance.
  Guided Encounters are for education groups only (groups of students or kids with leaders).
   
Alaska Zoo Tours (1.5 hrs) $10.00/child & $15/adult (includes zoo admission). 
  Fees are paid at Admissions on the day of your tour.
  Must be scheduled in advance.
  Alaska Zoo Tours are offered to any family or friend groups wishing to schedule a zoo tour.
   
Discovery Tours (2 hrs) $15.00/youth & $25.00/adult (includes admission)
Summer Season Only Fees are paid at Admissions on day of your tour.
Begin on May 31! Tours are daily during the summer season.
  Daily tour times are set from Noon - 2:00 PM.
  Discovery Tours are great for both tourists and Alaska residents alike!  No advance scheduling required.
   
Private Tours (2+ hrs) $250.00 minimum donation per group.
  Group size is limited to 6 participants or fewer.
  Fees are paid in advance of tour.
  Must be scheduled in advance.
   
Questions or scheduling?  lchickos@alaskazoo.org, (907) 346-2858.