Encounters and Experiences
Create unforgettable experiences during your visit!
Be sure to check out these animal encounters and special experiences along the way as you discover our 2,000+ animals.
Keeper Chats
Learn more about your favorite Dallas Zoo animals from the zoologists who care for them!
Giraffe Feeding
Get up close with these gentle giants at our giraffe feeding platform on the Diane and Hal Brierley Giraffe Ridge.
- Times: Available from 10 a.m. until the Zoo closes
- Location: Diane and Hal Brierley Giraffe Ridge, Wilds of Africa
- Cost: $7 public | $6 members
While the giraffe feeding experience is available all day, we cannot guarantee that giraffes will be active and willing to interact. The experience is always dependent upon animal comfort level and weather conditions – for your safety and theirs!
Travis & Zach’s
Birds Landing
Step into this unique, interactive aviary and get up close with nearly two dozen species of birds from around the globe.
- Times: Open from 10 a.m. until the Zoo closes
- Location: Lacerte Family Children’s Zoo, ZooNorth
- Cost: $3 public | $2 members, free to enter
The experience is always dependent upon animal comfort level and weather conditions – for your safety and theirs!
Tortoise Feeding
Slow down for a special moment! Feed our Galapagos tortoises and learn their incredible stories up close.
- Time: Open 9 a.m.–12 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays
- Location: ZooNorth
- Cost: $7 | $6 for members
While the tortoise feeding experience is available, we cannot guarantee that the tortoises will be active and willing to interact. The experience depends on the animal’s comfort level, their dietary restrictions, and the weather conditions — for their safety and yours!
Wonders of the Wild
Grab a seat in the amphitheater, and get ready to discover the Wonders of the Wild! Our zoologists will introduce you to some amazing feathered friends from around the world.
Monday–Thursday at 10 a.m. and 12 p.m.
Friday–Sunday at 10 a.m., 12 p.m., and 1:30 p.m.
- Location: Wonders of the Wild Amphitheater
- Cost: FREE with general admission
The Wildlife Show is approximately 20 minutes long. The appearance of specific animals cannot be guaranteed and is subject to change based on weather conditions and animal behavior.
Included with Admission
I Spy Butterflies
Wander among fluttering butterflies at Wildflower Ridge, then enjoy a special Keeper Chat each day at 2:45 p.m. Don’t miss this enchanting experience — free with general admission!
Roaming Wild Encounters
Spot our ambassador animal team throughout the Zoo for roaming Wild Encounters. Keep an eye out for opportunities to get up close with some of our fascinating animals during these unique, daily pop-up encounters!