Animal Encounters

Get up close with some of your favorite Kansas City Zoo & Aquarium residents by booking one of these exclusive experiences. Interact with amazing animals, along with the zookeepers who care for them.

Aldabra Tortoise Encounter

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Experience the giant tortoises up close! You'll learn about these ancient reptiles and even get an opportunity to touch one of these gentle giants.

Camel Encounter

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Enjoy a behind-the-scenes peek at our Camel Barn as you learn all about our camels. Experience an up-close encounter with these amazing desert dwellers. You might even get to feed them some of their favorite treats!

Penguin Encounter

*** Animal Encounters are temporarily suspended. ***

Experience Helzberg Penguin Plaza Exhibit behind the scenes with penguins waddling all around. During this experience, you'll learn about our cold-weather penguins and have an up-close and personal encounter with some of these magnificent birds. For your safety, touching the penguins is not permitted.

Rhino Encounter

*** Animal Encounters are temporarily suspended. ***

Enjoy a behind-the-scenes peek at our Rhino Barn as you learn all about black rhinos. Experience an up-close encounter with one of these majestic animals. You might even get an opportunity to touch their armor-like skin!

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