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San Antonio Zoo- Behind The Scenes

Up-Close Encounter

Behind the Scenes: Hippos

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Get up close to one of nature’s largest mammals! You even get the opportunity to feed our hippos during this truly unique behind-the-scenes interaction.

This animal interaction is offered on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays at 11:15 a.m. This experience is limited to groups/families of six (6).

Behind the Scenes Interaction Guidelines

  • Overall program lasts between 20 and 30 minutes.
  • Admission to San Antonio Zoo is separate and required for entry.
  • Face masks for guests ages 2 and older will be required during all behind-the-scenes interactions.
  • The behind-the-scenes tour fee is non-refundable, however, the tour will be rescheduled when possible if necessary.
  • San Antonio Zoo reserves the right to cancel or modify the Behind-the-Scenes Interactions due to inclement weather, animal health, and/or safety concerns. In the event of cancellation, efforts will be made to reschedule you on a future date.
  • Program is subject to change and/or cancellation due to animal availability
  • No service animals allowed behind-the-scenes.
  • Children 15 years and younger must be accompanied by a paying adult.
  • Any arrivals 15 minutes or later after the start of the experience will not be admitted.
  • Please advise us of any disabilities, special needs, medical conditions or any other concerns you may have that could prevent you from fully participating in the experience. The more information you can provide, the better we can assist you.

SCHEDULE

 Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays at 11:15 a.m.

Insider Tips

The Hippo Behind the Scenes experience is as low as $39.99 per person.

Arrive at Outpost Amazonia  15 minutes prior to your experience to check-in.

There is a max capacity for this experience of groups/families of six (6). Spots fill up fast, so book now!

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