There are great reading options for both children and adults in the works of San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance Press, and many opportunities to explore interactive web-based training courses on Academy. Our Education programs offer a wide range of wildlife experiences, from amazing Summer Camps to learning adventures for all ages—and anyone with a computer or smartphone can join us to make a difference in ongoing conservation work through our Citizen Science programs.
San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance is an international, nonprofit conservation organization. See video credits. Conservation Worldwide This map highlights where we focus our conservation work to support wildlife, communities, and ecosystems around the world. Be a Wildlife Ally We can't do it alone! Whenever possible, no earlier than 24 hours after the initial transaction and at the issuing bank's request on letterhead, we are happy to assist in resolving "pending hold" issues.
It's important to note that while a request to release a hold can be made, not all banks will honor one. And even if they do, the release of funds may not be instant. Ultimately, merchants such as the San Diego Zoo and Safari Park do not have the ability to release an authorization hold; the only entity that can do so is the issuing card's bank. If a refund is approved, it may take up to 1—2 weeks to receive your refund, depending upon your bank's refund processing timeline.
Valid for up to 6 people. Discount cannot be combined with any other coupon or offer. AAA discount cannot be applied online or by phone as guests need to present their AAA card in person at any ticket window to receive the discount.
Advance reservations are strongly recommended. For your convenience, we offer Meal Vouchers, accepted at participating restaurants. Meal vouchers can be redeemed at participating restaurants for an entree combo or child's plate and a non-alcoholic drink.
Meal Vouchers include an informational flyer detailing participating restaurants and items offered at each park. Our restaurants throughout both parks are committed to providing a wide selection of high-quality, delicious all-American or international fare, snacks, and healthful alternatives.
Group reservations and Meal Vouchers can be arranged through our Reservation Sales Department at , open daily at a. Military discounts are valid every day of the year, including ALL holidays! Visit as often as you wish! Active Duty military, with a valid ID, do not require a ticket or a reservation. Valid military ID must be presented at time of arrival.
All guests ages 3 and older who are accompanying Active Duty military are required to have a ticket, or a membership and reservation. Active duty U. Complimentary admission is reserved exclusively for active duty service members upon presenting valid ID. Active Duty military who for any reason are unable to present valid active duty ID are not eligible for free entrance and will be required to purchase non-refundable admission to enter our parks.
Just show your valid dependent ID card at any ticket window! Retirees and veterans: We do not offer a discount at our parks; however, we work with MWR Departments on board local military installations to offer discount packages for U.
At the Zoo, the 1-Day Pass includes Zoo admission with unlimited use of Guided Bus Tour, Express Bus, Skyfari aerial tram, and all regular scheduled experiences subject to availability. At the Safari Park, the 1-Day Pass includes Park admission with unlimited use of the Africa Tram and all regular scheduled experiences subject to availability. Safari Park parking is not free. Merchant Marine Academy. The San Diego Zoo is a self-supporting, not-for-profit conservation organization that raises funds to maintain its parks, provide state-of-the-art animal care for endangered species, and pursue conservation efforts around the world.
Most of our funds are raised through admission and on-grounds sales at our parks. Unlike most zoos in the US, we are not largely supported by municipal, state, or federal funds. In the interest of supporting our conservation mission, we do not offer complimentary or discount admission to members of other zoos or affiliated organizations.
All other accompanying guests pay the full ticket price at any ticket window at the same time the travel agent ticket is processed. The Zoo and Safari Park no longer offer a single free admission day traditionally called Founder's Day.
Instead, the month of October is now "Kids Free" with free admission entrance only offered to children 11 years and younger at both the Zoo and the Safari Park. Children ages 2 and younger are always free.
Adults may purchase their admission ticket s or memberships online, by phone, or day of at any ticket window at the Zoo or Safari Park. Qualifying children ages 11 and younger entering free do not need a ticket to enter.
San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance is a nonprofit organization that supports other nonprofit organizations in Southern California by providing charitable contributions in the form of complimentary tickets good for the San Diego Zoo or the San Diego Zoo Safari Park. Each eligible organization may receive a maximum of two 2 complimentary 1-Day Pass tickets per organization per calendar year. San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance requires that these certain criteria be met in order to be considered for ticket donations.
Due to the volume of requests we receive, we are unable to respond to telephone inquiries and we cannot accept requests sent by email or fax.
Our organization works with local hospitals and wish support organizations to accommodate individuals of all ages and families in need. These organizations fall within the state and federally instituted not-for-profit guidelines we are required to follow. We encourage individuals and families with specific needs to contact one of these organizations for additional information and to arrange a visit.
As a nonprofit organization, which itself raises funds to support our mission, San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance is unable to raise funds or provide grants to sponsor other organizations.
We are unable to provide complimentary Special Experiences, Safaris, Tours, or Programs at our parks. Autumn Festival is scheduled on selected weekends at the Safari Park: October 16—17, 23—24, and 30— During October, children ages 11 and younger are free at the Zoo or Safari Park, when accompanied by an adult with a valid form of admission. This includes Autumn Festival, a special event scheduled on selected October weekends at the Safari Park: October 16—17, 23—24, and 30— For all other months in the year, children 3—11 pay a Child admission price, while children 2 and younger are admitted free to the Zoo and Safari Park.
Activities and entertainment include live music, a Southwest-themed A-MAZE-ing Autumn Adventure, wildlife insights from Safari Parker, interactive scarecrows, and a Lantern Ceremony featuring floating, flickering lanterns choreographed to music. Seasonal foods will be available for purchase at various locations.
During Autumn Festival weekends, the Safari Park is open until 7 p. The Zoo and the Safari Park are both open every day, including holidays. To maintain the high-quality care provided to all our wildlife residents, our parks never display fireworks. HalGLOWeen activities and entertainment are scheduled from 5 to 9 p. Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays during October at the Zoo.
For all other months in the year, children ages 3—11 pay a Child admission price, while children 2 and younger are admitted free to the Zoo and Safari Park. HalGLOWeen includes a variety of special activities and entertainment, including wildlife experiences, a DJ, glow-in-the-dark hula hoops, acrobats, a bubble dance party, puppets, costumed characters, live music, and Halloween decor.
Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays throughout October For our younger guests who choose to celebrate the Halloween season, individuals who are 11 years of age and younger may dress in their favorite family friendly Halloween costume—as long as the costumes adhere to our costume guidelines listed below.
Individuals who are 11 years old and younger may dress in their favorite Halloween costume at HalGLOWeen, and must follow these guidelines:.
Costumes must be child friendly and not obstructive, offensive, or violent. These guests may wear masks, however masks must not obstruct vision and eyes must be visible at all times. Costumes must not drag on the ground.
Accessories should not contain fake fingernails, and costumes must not contain sharp objects, pointed objects, or materials that may accidentally strike another guest or employee. Costumes cannot contain any weapons that may resemble, or could easily be mistaken for an actual weapon. Acceptable accessories include transparent wings, plastic light sabers, and tutus. Please, no small costume pieces such as sequins, or tiny things that could fall off and get into an animal habitat.
San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance reserves the right to deny admission or to remove any person wearing attire that is considered inappropriate or attire that could detract from the experience of other guests. Guests who do not adhere to these guidelines may be refused entry unless their costume can be modified to meet the above standards. Jungle Bells is included with Zoo admission or membership. Jungle Bells activities and entertainment are scheduled December 10—23, December 25—31, and January 1—2.
Jungle Bells presented by California Coast Credit Union—scheduled December 10—23 and 25—31; and January 1—2—includes live music and entertainment, seasonal decorations, visits with Santa Claus through December 25 , and tasty food options.
Returning this year is Aurora—a spectacular multisensory, immersive experience blending sound, lights, 3D projection mapping, and live performers—transporting guests to a glittering wonderland filled with wonder, wildlife, and winter charm.
During the month of October, children 11 years of age and younger get free admission to both the San Diego Zoo and Safari Park, when accompanied by an adult. During the entire year, children age 2 and younger are admitted free, when accompanied by an adult.
Adults must use their valid active membership, pass, or admission ticket to enter the Zoo or Safari Park at any time during operating hours—including during Kids Free month. During the month of October, kids 11 and younger are free. Valid active duty military receive complimentary admission for themselves. Please bring your valid active duty CAC card with you.
During the month of October, your children ages 11 and younger are free. Nighttime Zoo includes live music and entertainment, acrobatic performances, and much more. Nighttime Zoo also features shows, including Call of the Night and Dr. Zoolittle Explores Africa; and Jambo! Harry and other Zoo characters, and the interactive energy of Zoolamoves add to the fun.
Hours for Nighttime Zoo vary; for more information and performance times, please visit the Nighttime Zoo webpage, which is updated during the event. Some but not all wildlife are visible after dark. At any time, many animals have the ability to choose whether they will be on or off habitat.
Summer Safari activities include live music and entertainment on weekends. Enjoy the sounds of steel drums, African musicians, and strolling pop musicians; as well as amazing African acrobats, Safari Parker, and more.
Seasonal food offers are available at Park dining venues. Hours for Summer Safari vary; for more information and performance times, please visit the Summer Safari webpage, which is updated during the event. The Safari Park's Wild Holidays entertainment and activities are scheduled on weekends and other select days starting November 26, Guests can enjoy a dazzling winter wonderland of seasonal entertainment and special activities November 26—28; December 4—5, 11—12, 18—23, and 26—31; and January 1—2.
Wild Night Out is a special ticketed event that takes place after hours. Chat anytime with our hour Virtual Assistant, or click here to email us. Do I need a member reservation to visit? Do I need to purchase an advance date-specific ticket to visit? Do I need to wear a cloth facial covering to visit?
What kind of cloth facial covering is acceptable? Do I need to bring proof of vaccine status? You do not need to bring proof of vaccination status. Can out-of-state visitors come to the Zoo and Safari Park? Will you take my temperature before I can enter the Zoo and Safari Park? What is the social distancing requirement? Effective June 15, state and local guidelines have lifted the social distancing requirement.
Will you have hand sanitizer available? Is it safe to visit the Zoo and Safari Park? How can I help protect wildlife when I visit? For guest and wildlife safety, please stay on public paths at all times during your visit. What can I do to stay healthy? Are the Zoo and Safari Park open every day of the year? Do the Zoo and Safari Park have electric vehicle charging stations?
Items not permitted include, but are not limited to, the following: Alcohol, marijuana including marijuana-enriched products , and any illegal substances Any transportation device not otherwise approved as a mobility device e.
Permission for any recordings or broadcasts on the premises are within the sole discretion of San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance. Folding tripod stands or monopod stands that can fit inside a standard backpack are permitted Plants Plastic bug keeper containers Portable TVs Remote control toys Restraining devices e. Sporting goods or equipment e. For large requests or more , please contact us. Can I hold my military reenlistment ceremony at the Zoo? Which habitats, tours, restaurants, transportation, entertainment, or services will be closed for refurbishment during my visit to the Zoo or Safari Park?
Can I see giant pandas at the San Diego Zoo? Do you have a platypus? How can I find out about a particular animal at the Zoo or Safari Park? How can I get close to animals? What time of day will I see more animals? Are pets allowed in the parks? How do rain and inclement weather affect the availability of habitats, tours, Safaris, experiences, and events at the San Diego Zoo and the Safari Park?
Our facilities are open every day of the year, including ALL holidays, rain or shine! Tell me a bit about the San Diego Zoo. Tell me a bit about the Safari Park. Can I drive through the Safari Park? What are Zoo and Safari Park hours?
Where is the Safari Park located in relation to the Zoo? Can I get to the parks using public transportation? Is it possible to visit both the Zoo and Safari Park on the same day? Members may show their membership cards and ID to re-enter.
Can my infant go on the Africa Tram at the Safari Park? The Africa Tram can be enjoyed by guests of all ages. What is the smoking policy at the Zoo? At the Safari Park? Can I bring food into the parks? Are backpacks allowed? Guests are welcome to bring a backpack into our parks. Drones are not permitted on or above Zoo or Safari Park grounds at any time. What is misconduct? Theft, fraud, or any other form of dishonesty Harassment or discrimination Accounting or financial irregularities On-the-job drug or alcohol abuse Violence or threatening behavior Violations of laws, regulations, policies, or procedures.
How do I lodge a customer service complaint? Who can I contact? How do I arrange interviews with animal care staff? Where is the Zoo?
How do I get there? How can I check my expiration date? Can I apply my admission ticket to the cost of a membership? How do I make a correction to my online order?
What types of membership are available? Please click here to see the benefits of membership! Does membership include the Africa Tram at the Safari Park? Do members receive discounts on food and merchandise at either park? Please check our Wild Perks page for your discount perks! Do memberships have Blockout dates? Can I use or extend my expired member Guest Passes? Is my membership payment tax deductible? Do you have a family membership?
Which levels of membership are available to those who live outside San Diego? Do you offer a membership discount to persons with a disability? Do you offer a membership discount for seniors?
Do you offer a membership discount for students? How can I check my membership status? When will I receive my membership card? Can I visit before I receive my card? Can I visit if I've misplaced my membership card? Why do I have to show a photo ID when I use my membership card to enter either park?
Can my membership be used at other zoos? No, we do not have reciprocal membership agreements with any other zoos or organizations. Can I put my membership on hold? I have a membership for myself plus guest. How does this work? Can I lend my membership card to a friend or family member? Can I transfer my membership to someone else? Hours Please check our website for current hours.
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