African Penguin Backstage*
10:45am
Waddle on over to meet some fine-feathered friends and get a behind-the-scenes look at how we care for our African penguins. Meet the newest chicks in town and ask any penguin question you may have from our Animal Care Team.
Aldabra Tortoise Encounter
12:00pm
Did you know the Aldabra tortoise is second only to the Galapagos as the biggest land tortoise in the world? The Zoo gives you the chance to get up-close with these fascinating reptiles and spend time with the team that cares for these gentle giants.
Southern White Rhino Backstage*
12:45pm
Did you know white rhinos can weigh up to 5,000 lbs.? Come experience the massive presence of this animal by getting up-close, and learn amazing facts from those who care for them at ZooTampa!
African Elephant Backstage*
2:15pm
Experience first-hand how our Animal Care Team utilizes learned behaviors to ensure our African elephants are maintaining optimal health and welfare. Watch a training session, see our state-of-the-art elephant barn, and talk to the professionals about how we care for the largest land animal on earth.
Indian Rhino Feeding*
3:00pm | 3:30pm (Saturday & Sunday Only)
Get an up-close, unforgettable experience with a Greater one-horned rhino, commonly known as an Indian Rhino – a rare species vulnerable to extinction. During this once-in-a-lifetime experience, guests will feed and learn about this incredible species.
Koala Photo Encounter Presented Yob Family Foundation
11:30am (Saturday & Sunday Only)
On this encounter with an adorable marsupial, get up-close to an adorable koala for a koala-ty photo!
