Get to know the primates in Tropic World: South America. Work alongside keepers as they care for these intriguing animals. Please let us know about any serious allergies prior to scheduling a program.
  
Bring a Buddy!
The cost is only $250 per member ($300 per nonmember), which includes a non-refundable deposit equal to 25% of the program cost. Bring along a family member or friend and pay just $400 for both of you ($500 for nonmembers). That's a savings of $100!

Get started by following these five easy steps:
  1. Review the Get Ready for a Wild Encounter fact sheet to 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.

 2013 South America

Secrets of South America

* 7 Selected Thursdays, March- September

1 Hour 9:00-10:00 am

1 Participant OR 2 Participants Age 12 or Older (Must Know Each Other) A parent or adult guardian who does not pay any additional fee, but is counted toward the maximum number of 2 participants must accompany participants under the age of 18.

Go behind the scenes of Tropic World: South America to meet these intelligent primates who have a tail they can use as a hand! Watch the keepers give the tapir a daily rub down,foot exam and meet tiny callimicos. After meeting the animals, go on exhibit with the keepers, put out enrichment and help them prepare it for the day.

Location: TW South America
Parking: South Lot