Zoo Snooze
Spend the night at the Zoo! Zoo Snoozes are great for groups, families, and friends to spend special time at the Zoo. Beginning at 7pm with arrival and campsite set-up, Zoo Snoozes include a tour, education activity, and games before bed. Rise with the call of the wild to enjoy breakfast and a special morning experience before the Zoo opens.
Behind the Scenes: Black Bear
Care to venture closer and encounter Alabama’s state mammal? This unique opportunity gives you the chance to watch a private training session as well as get an inside look at our bear den. You will have the opportunity to learn all about our resident bears “Betty” and “Sassy” and how we care for them. Tours meet in the entry plaza and proceed to the AL Wilds Trail. This full experience will last about an hour.
Behind the Scenes: Elephants
Ever wanted to get up close to the largest land mammal on earth? Come and meet our elephants! Learn about and see firsthand how we care for our African elephant herd on this behind the scenes tour of the elephant barn including a private training session! Tours meet in the main entry plaza and proceed to the elephant barn in the Trials of Africa. The full experience will last about one hour.
Sunset Safaris
As the sun goes down, the fun is just beginning. Sunset Safaris give you an inside look on what goes on at the zoo as the sun goes down. Join one of our education team members as we explore the Zoo and learn about our crepuscular and nocturnal residents.
Behind the Scenes Encounter : Komodo Dragon
Come meet our Komodo Dragon Mad Max! Get a close-up tour of his space and how our Reptile Department takes care of the largest living lizard in the world. This experience includes the opportunity to tour Mad Max's behind-the-scenes space, learn about Komodo dragon care, and potentially feed Mad Max up close! This experience will last about 35 minutes.