Get the chance to work with our gorilla keepers as they get Tropic World’s gorilla exhibit and its inhabitants ready for their day. See the gorillas in their off-exhibit enclosure, learn about the gorillas’ diet, and see where we prep their food.

  • Participants must be 12 years old or older to participate.
  • Cost is $250.00 per member ($300.00 per nonmember).
  • Cost includes a non-refundable deposit equal to 25% of program cost.
  • Program cancellations require advance notice of seven working days.
  • Please let us know about any serious allergies prior to scheduling a program.

Bring a Buddy!
Space is tight for Great Ape Escape. We close the program after one person signs up, but we can accommodate two people. So, when you book your session, you can choose to bring a second participant at a discounted rate---$100 off!

Get started by following these five easy steps:
  1. Review the Get Ready for a Wild Encounter fact sheetto prepare for your adventure.
  2. Choose a date range to see when an exclusive program is available for you and/and or a friend (1 participant and optional family member or friend).
  3. Complete the online registration forms.
  4. Print your confirmation page.
  5. Print and complete your program waiver form.

Great Ape Escape is only an hour program appropriate for animal lovers ages 12 to adult. The cost is only $250.00 per member ($300.00 per nonmember), which includes a non-refundable deposit equal to 25% of program cost. Bring along a family member or friend and pay just $400 for both of you. ($500.00 for nonmembers) That’s a savings of $100.00!

If you have reviewed the Get Ready for a Wild Encounter fact sheet, enter your preferred date range below, press the "Submit" button and get ready to explore!

 2012 Great Ape Escape

Great Ape Escape

1 Hour 9:00 - 10:00 am * Selected Wednesdays, February-August

1 Participant OR 2 Participants Age 12 or Older (Must Know Each Other)

Get the chance to work with our gorilla keeper as they get Tropic World’s gorilla exhibit and its inhabitants ready for their day. See the gorillas in their off-exhibit enclosure, learn about the gorillas’ diet, and see where we prep their food."

Location: TW Africa
Parking: South Lot