Join Ranger Eric for a guided hike to learn about identification, behavior, and ecology of our Sonoran Desert birds during this guided hike. We will hike about 2.5 miles roundtrip...
The Gila River has a storied past, a tenuous present, and perhaps a hopeful future. We’ll discuss the importance of rivers like the Gila to the health and diversity of desert life as we explore the riparian habitat for interesting plants and animals. The trail is approximately 2 miles and rated as moderately difficult, with...
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 feed our capybaras and learn from their care team about what it takes to care for such unique animals. Feel the texture of their fur...
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...
Trip Difficulty: Moderate. No long hikes, but some short hikes, at elevation, on dirt/gravel roads and trails with uneven footing. Perhaps the most well-known of the sky island mountain ranges, the Chiricahua Mountains are a region in themselves, ranging from semi-desert grassland and arid Chihuahuan desertscrub to forests of Engelmann spruce and alpine fir. The...
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 care for our amazing marine mammals, and see what goes in to training them. You will be able to get an individual or group photo,...
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...
This 21 & over event begins with a 30-minute goodnight stroll through the Butterfly Conservatory as drowsy butterflies flutter off to sleep in the trees, followed by wine, spritzers & mocktails (2-drink tickets) and butterfly-inspired finger food refreshments served in the Café, paired nicely with an exclusive showing of the full-length hour movie, Sex, Lies...
The hike will cover 2.5 miles and travel gradually up through the mountains with frequent breaks to talk about plants, history and take in the stunning views. As the sun sets and the lights come out the hunt for scorpions will begin. All hikers should have boots or sneakers, a flashlight that is fully charged,...