🌿🐅 Ready for an adventure that makes a difference? 🌿🐅
We had an unforgettable day at the Palm Beach Zoo in West Palm Beach, Florida! Nestled within 23 acres of lush, tropical landscapes, this incredible zoo is home to hundreds of animals, including many endangered species.
This zoo has made many memories with children, families, and adults and is a popular spot to get up close with the animals with their unique animal experiences.
Here’s what you can expect while visiting including amenities, animals, where to eat, gift shop, and more.
Exclusive Animal Experiences:
During our zoo tour we got up close and personal with koalas and Aldabra tortoises through their amazing animal experiences — definitely a highlight! 🐨🐢
Exclusive Animal Experiences & Minimum Ages Below :
Otter - 10 years old
Giant Aldabra Tortoise - no minimum age
Capybara - 8 years old
Koala - no minimum age
Panther - no minimum age
Tiger - 10 years old
Bear - 10 years old
*Advance registration is required. Walkup registration closes 30 minutes before the start of the program.
We found that tortoises LOVE shell massages and koala are such gentle creatures. Our tour guide was so informative and explained different animal facts to us.
For example, koalas can safely eat eucalyptus leaves, which are poisonous to most other animals, due to their specialized digestive system and gut bacteria that break down the toxic compounds.
Did you also know that, an Aldabra tortoise lifespan can reach ages of more than 100 years?!
To put this experience into perspective, my son is 3 years old and loved interacting and seeing both animals up close. These experiences allow for curiosity and exploration for little kids.
More Fun Highlights/Useful Information:
Wildlife Carousel:
The zoo also has a carousel for a little fun. This Wildlife Carousel gives back, the cost is $3 each or 2 for $5 with all proceeds benefiting the Zoo's animals
Dining/Marketplace:
Visit Latitude 26 for delicious full-service marketplace dining.
Enjoy salads, burgers, sandwiches, kids’ meals and more. Beer and wine is also available for age appropriate guests.
Lorikeet Loft
Lorikeet Loft, is an enclosed aviary where dozens of happy lorikeets fly freely. 🦜✨
Purchase a small cup of healthy juice and marvel as they land on your hand, arm, shoulder and even your head to get a drink of that sweet nectar.
Nature Play PavilioN:
This hands-on, interactive natural play space, located in the Florida Wetlands area, engages children of all ages in imaginative and creative outdoor play. Climb like a cat, balance like a monkey, crawl like a tortoise, splash like an otter and play with nature.
Amazon Marketplace & Wild Things Shop:
Don’t forget to swing by the gift store for unique souvenirs.
The shops offer a variety of eco-friendly options, from responsible sourced apparel & accessories to plush and toys made from recycled materials. You will even find amazing merchandise that directly supports conservation projects and local artisans.
Rentals:
Safari Wagon (Seats 1-2 children) & Wheelchairs are available to rent for $10/ each. Highly suggest you bring a stroller with little ones but if you forgot either options they do have wagons and wheelchairs available to rent.
Palm Beach Zoo Mission:
To inspire action for wildlife conservation by connecting you with these incredible animals. Immerse yourself in the zoo’s interactive experiences and stunning environments, and leave feeling motivated to help protect wildlife.
Our tour guide shared that even using reusable water cups to conserving water all makes a difference in protecting wild animals, and the best way to get involve is to start small. Pick an animal you love and learn more about them and ways you can get more involve.
More information about the zoo, ways to donate/volunteer, purchase tickets, and learn about their mission can be found here on their website.
Let’s make a change, one visit at a time! 🌍💚