Come shell-ebrate the warmer weather with our reptile friends! First, feed the western pond turtles, California's only native turtle species. Then meet the largest reptile in North America - the alligator! Finish by feeding the spurred tortoises near the giraffe yard. 

• Selected days at 10:45am
• $65 per person zoo members
• $86 per person non-members

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 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.
• No strollers allowed on the tour.

Tour Information: 

• Duration: 45 - 60 minutes
• Capacity: up to 5 participants. If you have more than five in your party, please call 916-808-8441 to get in contact with a tour specialist who can help accommodate your group.
• Arrive time: Please arrive on time, as the tour will begin promptly at 10:45am. 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.
• Tour may be canceled in the case of inclement weather.
• Visit the Behind-the-Scenes Tours page for tour descriptions, schedule, and cancellation policies.

Health and Safety: 

• For safety reasons, closed-toed shoes are mandatory for this tour. If you do not wear closed-toed shoes, you will not be allowed to participate in the tour. 
• 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 animals. 

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.