North Georgia Wildlife Park
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Behind the Scenes Tours
FUN FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY! 

Most 3rd Saturdays of the Month  from 3-5pm- (See Calendar for exact Dates)
In case of severe inclement weather you will be contacted with a rain-date (typically the following Saturday)

Behind the Scenes Tour
Most 3rd Saturdays of the Month  from 3-5pm
Get up close and personal!
Join us for an unforgettable Zoo experience! Hands on, see even more animals, baby animals. Meet the stars- as seen on Dirty Jobs!
 Visit with animals that have made Hollywood!


Anyone under the age of 12 must be accompanied by a paying adult on all tours, experiences or specialty events.

 *See & learn about animals not seen on regular zoo visits.   
*Visit with babies from the nursery such as bottle fed Kangaroos, deer and more! 
*Experience and take part  in the training  and enrichment of animals.


These tour  are for those who want to spend more time learning, petting and interacting with a variety of animals. These guided tours allow lots of time for pictures and interaction with the animals. Here you will get to visit with the nursery  animals, touch, feed and participate in training some amazing exotic animals and  more!
 
In order to run these tours we must have at least 10 people reserved in advance, this is not per booking but total. If by the week of the tour, there are not at least 10 people booked we may need to reschedule.

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(This coupon will be mailed to you for future use)

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COST:  $59.99
(Includes admission, children under 2 are free)

Ticket bookings are not available online on the day of the event. You may purchase tickets at the ticket booth upon arrival for same day tickets.
**Taxes and fees apply when purchasing tickets. Charges on your receipt & bank statement will show from Wildlife Wonders.
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Tour Details:
Tour last 2- 2 1/2 hours. 
Allow 3 hours as this includes time at your leisure in the farm, petting area.  Recommended for all ages. Reservations are also recommended.
Anyone under the age of 12 must be accompanied by a paying adult on all tours, encounters/ experiences or specialty events.

Here is your chance  to experience Behind the Scenes. 
North Georgia Zoo is home to a large variety of animals.  Many of the animals spend their time behind the scenes for a variety of reasons. Many of the animals are working as animal ambassadors and going out to schools, parties and other events. Other animals are in the process of their training program that involves daily interaction and positive reinforcement. These animals are preparing for movies, commercials and waiting for their claim to fame! Our animals have been used in Vampire Diaries,  Coma, Tony Danza and  more! Of course there is always the nursery which is the favorite. These  animals simply aren't ready to be part of the zoo tour but are starting their interaction with people so they do love to visit! 

WHEN: Only offered on select dates and times. Be sure to reserve your date and time. Tours are offered once a month depending on availability and interest in the tour.  When tours dates do not fill up or reached capacity,  alternate dates and times are set up. Reservations are best made 1-2 weeks in advance. More tour dates will be offered if a date fills up.

COST:  $59.99
(Includes admission, children under 2 are free)

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Note: While we can guarantee lots of great interaction and visiting with lots of amazing animals, we cannot guarantee which ones. Animals in the nursery grow up and new ones move in, animals in training switch out daily and these are  wild animals so if they do not want to come out and visit we do not make them. 
You will get to interact with a variety but not all of the following:  Babies and adults including: kangaroos, Fennec fox, lemur, bush-baby, gibbon ape,  monkey, parrots, birds of prey, deer, native Georgia animals, wildcat plus others! 


Add on an experience!

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While you are here you may choose to also sign up for the Reptile, Camel  and/or Wolf Experience. (additional fees apply)
Click here for more info.

Personal Behind the Scenes Tours:

Personal tour for those who want to spend more time learning, petting and interacting.  We allow lots of time for pictures and interaction with the animals. Here you will get to visit with the nursery animals, touch  some amazing exotic animals and more!
 Tour last 2- 2 1/2 hours.  Allow 3 hours as this includes time at your leisure in the farm, petting area.   

  $500 minimum.
Up to 10 people per tour

Each additional guest is $50
Call 706-348-7279 for more info!

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North Georgia Wildlife Park
North Georgia Safari Park

2912 Paradise Valley Rd Cleveland, GA 30528 (706)348-7279
Office Hours: M-F 9am-5pm
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