Rise and Shine Safari
Travel the zoo with our knowledgeable staff and enjoy exclusive before-hours experiences as we prepare to open the zoo for the day.
Get Closer - Galapagos Tortoise
Enjoy special access to our Galapagos tortoise habitat, learning about our gentle giants Pagos and Boxie.
Get Closer - Grizzly Bear
Meet Cheyenne and Jackson, our grizzly bears, and enjoy the once-in-a-lifetime experience of feeding them some of their favorite treats!
Get Closer - Ambassador
Interact and have fun with 3 of our education animal ambassadors, like Dasy the armadillo, Forest the porcupine, Chloe the kinkajou and many more animals!
Get Closer - Lion
Meet some of our lions up close and tour their home, where you'll even get the opportunity to safely feed them!
Get Closer - Otter
Get ready for an otterly unforgettable experience at Akron Zoo! Meet our playful otters up close and personal.
Wild Lights Safari Tours
Step into a realm of holiday enchantment with our Wild Lights Safari Tour! This exclusive adventure with an Educational Elf will guide you through a winter wonderland.
Santa Express Tours
Unwrap the magic of the season with an exclusive, private tour before the Akron Zoo opens its gates to the public, including a private, 15 minute meet-and-greet with Santa Claus himself!