Are you curious about what it’s like to feed a penguin or get eye-to-eye with giraffes? Check out the Santa Barbara Zoo’s wildlife experiences, where you’ll meet and greet the animals for a 20 to 30-minute educational experience and Q&A session.
Give the gift of an in-person animal encounter to your friends or family! Available in $250, $350, $400, or $500 amounts. Purchase a gift certificate to cover part of an encounter or the whole thing!
- Parking and admission to the Zoo are included in encounter prices.
- For some encounters, Zoo staff will wear appropriate personal protective equipment (face masks, gloves, etc.) and guests may be required to wear face masks.