On this tour you will enter keeper only areas to have opportunities to interact with the okapi, such as hand-feeding them a morning snack. Afterwards, you’ll visit the okapi barn to learn about their care. A rare experience with a rare animal!

• Select days at 9:30am
• $200 per person zoo members
• $221 per person non-members

Reservation Requirements: 

• Online reservations must 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 5 and older, 1:2 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 two children.
• Children younger than 1 year may join as long as they are secured in a wrap or carrier on an adult; however, they will not be able to participate in the tour activities.
• Stroller are discouraged. 

Tour Information:

• Duration 45 to 60 minutes.
• Capacity: up to 6 participants. If your group exceeds 6, 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 9:30am. Late arrivals my 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 highly encouraged for safety.
• 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 of our okapis.
• Participants may be asked to wear a face mask during the tour. The mask must be worn properly over your nose and mouth. A mask will be provided by your guide if needed. This is for the health and safety of our okapis. 

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.

The Okapi Tour is ADA-accessible. However, the tour will include some uneven terrain. Please contact us with any specific questions and we will be happy to help as we can.