Go behind-the-Scenes and see the back area of the meerkats exhibit and learn how we take care of them. You will get to put together a meerkat enrichment snack that will stimulate their natural foraging and problem-solving skills. You will then toss your creation over to the meerkats and watch in awe as they dive in with their clever little paws. With plenty of photo ops and fascinating meerkat facts along the way, this experience is sure to be packed with meerkat magic and memories you won’t want to miss!     

• Selected days at 11:00am
• $60 per person zoo members
• $81 per person non-members (includes zoo admission)

Reservation Requirements:

• Online reservations need to be made at least 24 hours in advance.
• For additional days or times please contact the Education Department at 916-808-8441 or by email

Notes to Sacramento Zoo members:

• Members must sign in to receive member discounts. Discounts are reflected after you click "Add to Cart".
• Tours will be discounted by the cost of zoo admission only for the number of individuals that would be covered by your membership level.

Age Restrictions:

• For ages 8 and older, 1:1 parent child ratio.
• All attendees under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a paid adult. There must be at least one adult per one child.
• Strollers are not allowed

Tour Information:

• Duration: 30 - 45 minutes long.
• Capacity: up to 6 participants. If you have more than six in your party, please call 916-808-8441 to get in contact with a tour specialist who can help accommodate your group.
• Arrival time: Please arrive on time, as the tour will begin promptly at 11:00am. Late arrivals may not be able to join the tour. 
• Animal participation is not guaranteed. Animals have free choice to participate or not participate in any encounter. The animals also have free choice to leave the encounter at anytime
• Visit the Behind-the-Scenes Tours page for tour descriptions, schedule and cancellation policies.

Health and Safety: 

• Closed-toed shoes are mandatory. If you do not wear closed-toed shoes, you will not be allowed to participate in the tour. You will need to dip your shoes into a disinfecting footbath when entering and exiting the back animal area.
• Eating and drinking (except water) is not permitted during the tour. 
• Illness: If you are ill, experiencing symptoms of COVID or have been exposed to someone with COVID in the last two weeks, we ask that you reschedule your tour. This is for the safety or our animals. 
• All participants are required to wear a 3-layered face mask that is provided by the zoo. The mask must be worn properly over your nose and mouth. Gloves will be provided by your tour guide when needed. 

Please be sure to print, fill out and bring the Release of Liability Form with you on the day of your tour. You can also fill it out when you check in at membership.