Special Behind-the-Scenes Tours
Secrets of the Zoo Backstage Encounter
We do not have any behind-the-scenes tours scheduled at this time. Please be sure to check in on this page later, or sign up for our newsletter to stay up-to-date with events happening at ZooTampa, and be the first to know when our tours are coming back!
Saturday, February 26th, 2022
Ages 5 & Up

Associate Curator
Join Dan, the Associate Curator of Herps and Aquatics, for an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at unique and rare reptiles and amphibians, like the eastern indigo snake and Puerto Rican crested toad. Watch a feeding session with one of our reptiles while you learn about the conservation efforts aimed at saving these incredible cold-blooded animals from extinction!
Program Includes:
- Coffee & juice before the tour
- 90-minute guided walking tour of our animal areas, hosted by a star of the upcoming season of Secrets of the Zoo
- Watch how the animal care team feeds one of their amazing reptiles
- Professional photo with one of our animals
- General Admission to the Zoo following the program

Know Before You Go
COVID Safety Information
- Masks are required to participate in this event, except when eating or drinking. Disposable masks are available at no cost.
- ZooTampa is principally an outdoor fresh-air experience; therefore, when outside, guests who maintain proper social distance are not required to wear face masks. Even so, every guest entering the Zoo is strongly encouraged to wear a mask. Disposable masks are available at no cost. Guests will be informed of venues/experiences where masks are required.
- To ensure safety, participants agree to abide by Zoo safety protocols including social distancing and healthy hygiene practices.