Did you know over 140 species of dragonflies and damselflies have been found in Arizona? Of those, over 50 species have been found at the Preserve! Join Ranger Eric on a guided walk along River Ramble and Palm Lake, as time and heat allows, to look for dragonflies and hopefully see some up close. Some...
ZOO ADMISSION BOGO DEAL IS INCLUDED in the price of the Highland Cow encounter! Enjoy a full day at the zoo the day of your encounter AND receive an additional...
Interact with some of our special animals, which for many people is a once in a lifetime experience. Guests will get to learn about endangered species, how we contribute to conservation of those animals, some of the considerations we must take into consideration when having these reptiles in Arizona, which reptiles are good pets for children or adults, adaptations...
Interact with some of our special animals, which for many people is a once in a lifetime experience. Guests will get to learn about endangered species, how we contribute to conservation of those animals, some of the considerations we must take into consideration when having these reptiles in Arizona, which reptiles are good pets for children or adults, adaptations...
Experience the opportunity of a lifetime with our Capybara Encounter! Come meet Chewy or BB and their care team at Shipwreck Cove. This encounter will give you the opportunity to...
Experience the best dressed encounter opportunity at Wildlife World Zoo! Meet one of our endangered African Penguins and their trainers in the Wild and Wonderful aquarium building in front of the penguin exhibit. This encounter will give you the opportunity to find out what it takes to care for these incredible animals. Learn fun facts...
Beauty can be found in nature, music, and art. Join us as we create our own wind chimes using beads and found materials. Let your creativity shine as you design...
Have you ever wanted to meet one of our Sea Lions up close and personal? Join us for a WILD encounter at Wildlife World Zoo! Learn what it takes to...
Have you ever wanted to meet a sloth? Come meet Luna and her care team. This encounter will give you the opportunity to feed Luna and learn from her care team what it takes to raise and care for such a unique animal. Feel the texture of her hair and take a selfie with our...
Deep beneath the earth's crust, hundreds of kilometres below the surface, with no light, no air, and very little water, in pores and fissures of hard rock, scientists have found an enormous biodiversity of micro-organisms that thrive in extreme conditions. The Dark Biosphere challenges everything we thought we knew and challenges us to rethink not...
New this summer! Twelve light installations now on view at Garden After Dark throughout the Garden trails. This brand-new shimmering display creates a playful break from the summer heat with cooling colors and designs inspired by the monsoon season. All Ages
The hike will cover 2.5 miles and gain about 150 feet of elevation gain as it winds along the shore of the lake. Hikers should have plenty of water, flashlights, and wear sturdy shoes. If you have a blacklight feel free to bring it along to help hunt for scorpions when the sun goes down. Water and...
Tired of skipping hikes because of the summer heat? Well pull out those boots and experience the desert in a whole new light (or lack of it) on this guided night hike! We’ll explore nearly 3 miles of scenic trails (Blevins, Cat Peaks, and Cat Peak Pass) on this moderate-rated hike with about 100 ft elevation gain and big views, including a...