Penguin encounters are now available at the
Cameron Park Zoo!!
Immerse yourself in a once in a lifetime experience where you will be face to face with our colony of African Penguins. One of our trained zookeepers will provide answers and in depth information about our feathered friends and their wild counterparts during an up-close and personal feed session.
Fee:
* $25 per person, this includes admission cost
* Encounters must be scheduled at least two weeks in advance
Availability:
* Encounters are offered March through November
* Encounters are offered Thursday through Saturday, 10:30am or 3:30pm
*Please request a tour date at least two weeks in advance.
Length of program:
Approximately 45-60 minutes
Encounter Rules:
- Closed toe shoes must be worn
- No food or drink in the encounter area
- No loose or free hanging jewelry or accessories
- All bags, wagons, strollers, or accessories will be left outside the encounter area
- Guests must remain seated for the duration of the encounter
- Guests must refrain from touching or reaching at the penguins
- Guests must refrain from yelling or making fast motions
- Personal photos and videos are welcome. No live streaming or live calls during the encounter
- Young children must be able to sit unassisted or be held during the encounter, no infant seats will be permittedRescheduling and Cancellations:
- Encounters are weather and temperature dependent and are subject to cancellation or rescheduling under these circumstances. We will make all efforts to reschedule your encounter, however, rescheduling an encounter is not guaranteed.
- Encounters are subject to cancellation for disruptive or unsafe behavior, no refunds will be provided.
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