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Baton Rouge Zoo
"The #1 year-round family attraction in Baton Rouge!"
Discover the animal kingdom at BREC's Baton Rouge Zoo, including elephants, giraffes, rhinos and alligators. Visitors can enjoy the new Realm of the Tiger, featuring Sumatran and Malayan tigers, Siamang gibbons, a Koi pond and a walk-through Asian aviary, as well as the Safari Playground, the Otter Pond, our exhibit featuring a replicated fishing cabin with an underwater viewing of the otters, L'aquarium de Louisiane, Parrot Paradise and KidsZoo.
Adults and children can ride the Cypress Bayou Railroad on a scenic ride through the unique Louisiana habitat that surrounds the core zoo. The zoo is accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA). Look for the AZA logo whenever you visit a zoo or aquarium as your assurance that you are supporting a facility dedicated to providing excellent care for animals, a great experience for you and a better future for all living things.
Safari Night
Have you ever wondered what the zoo is like at night? Safari Night programs offer insight into the night-life of the zoo. Bring your sleeping bag, lots of curiosity and discover the zoo at night! Safari Nights are held every Friday and Saturday night. We can accommodate up to 30 persons. Please have at least two adults for every 10 children. Participants arrive at
Zoo & Me Mornings
Held the second Tuesday of every month, this program is designed for 3 to 5 year-old-children accompanied by a parent or guardian. Classes will be held from 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. and will incorporate many exciting activities including a train ride, animal encounters, art projects, "Zooper" snacks and many other hands-on projects that you and your child can enjoy together.
The program fee is $18 per session for one child with one parent or guardian and $30 per session for two children with one parent or guardian. No more than two children per one adult will be allowed. General admission for the remainder of the day at the zoo for you and your child/children is included in this fee. Guests accompanying you not attending the program will be charged general admission.
As this program is designed to give children and parents/guardians a unique way to interact, we ask that other arrangements be made for their other children younger than three during the class. All classes will be held in our Education Classroom but will include walks to exhibits inside the zoo. Classes are limited to 15 children and their guardians. Pre-registration and prepayment of non-refundable fee is required.
What Should I Bring?
Some activities will be outside in the zoo and will require walking. Comfortable closed-toe shoes are recommended for adults and for children. You are welcome to bring strollers if you would like for smaller children; however, no strollers are allowed into the education building. Stroller parking is available outside. Bug spray, hats, water bottles and cameras are also recommended. Snacks will be provided, so please inform the education staff when registering if your child has any food allergies or restrictions and we will do our best to accommodate them.
How Can I Register?
Registration can be completed by phone, fax and mail or by coming by the zoo. For phone and fax reservations, a credit card is required. Acceptable forms of payment are cash, check, and Visa or MasterCard. Call 225.775.3877 option 2 to register.
Zoo Camp
What could be more fun during summer break than hanging out with the animals? Summer is a great time to visit the zoo and learn what being a naturalist is all about. Ages and themes vary by week. Each week is different so children can enjoy multiple weeks at the zoo! $100/child per week ($120 out-of-parish). 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. (early drop off at 7:30 a.m. and late pick up at 5:30 p.m. at no additional fee). Register at 225.775.3877 Option 2 or brzoo.org.
Fall Zoo Camp
What could be more fun during fall break than hanging out with the animals? Fall is a great time to visit the zoo and learn what being a naturalist is all about. These young explorers will use their imaginations and learn skills to find animal homes, track animals and discover how plants and animals survive in the natural world. These age-appropriate, engaging, down-in-the-dirt activities provide a wonderful foundation for future learning and experience in the great outdoors. Register at 225.775.3877 Option 2.
Ages 6-12
Nov. 22, 23 & 24
Fee is $35/day per child ($38 out-of-parish)
For your convenience: Early drop off 7:30 a.m. and late pick up until 5:30 p.m. no additional fee.
Father's Day at the Zoo
On June 20, it's all about dad, so bring your father to the zoo and spend the day with the WILD bunch. This day features dad & me themed amphitheatre programs, games and crafts. www.brzoo.org or 225.775.3877 for more information.
Red, White and Zoo
Visit the zoo July 4 and celebrate our red, white and blue animal friends. This special day will include amphitheater programs, games and crafts featuring some of our red, white and blue zoo animals. www.brzoo.org or 225.775.3877 for more information.
Frozen Safari
Visit the zoo on Aug. 14 as we keep it cool in the summertime. This special day will focus on animal enrichment and teach visitors what the zoo does to promote animal wellness on a daily basis. Frozen treats will be available for visitors as well as animals! The first 100 people to the zoo will receive a popsicle. Regular zoo admission applies. www.brzoo.org or 225.775.3877 for more information.
Zoo Zoom
Join Club South at BREC's Baton Rouge Zoo for our sixth annual Zoo Zoom 5K on Aug. 28 at 8:15 a.m. The Kids' -Mile Fun Run is at 7:45 a.m. Registration may be done by mail or on race day beginning at 6:30 a.m. Whether you sprint like a cheetah or crawl like a tortoise, this race is for you! Prizes will be awarded to the first male and female and in each age group. A portion of your registration supports the zoo's conservation programs for threatened and endangered animals. Pre-register by Aug. 13 and the cost is $12 for Club South members and $14 for non-Club South members. Race registration after Aug. 13 and day of the race registration is $20. Visit brzoo.org or brec.org/zoozoom10 to download a registration form.
Twilight Tuesdays
BREC's Baton Rouge Zoo invites you to visit this summer for Twilight Tuesdays every Tuesday evening this June and July. Take a twilight tram ride through the zoo in the cool of the evening. Dates scheduled include June 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 and July 6, 13, 20 and 27 from 6:00 p.m. to
Penny Day
BREC's Baton Rouge Zoo will host Penny Day on Sept. 11. The day celebrates elephants and is named after Penny, the Baton Rouge Zoo's first elephant. On this adventure-packed day, the zoo is offering activities including elephant programs with our two female Asian elephants, a keeper talk about our elephants and elephant-themed games. Visitors will also enjoy a special admission: buy one child admission at regular child price, buy the second child admission for a penny. Limit one child for a penny per paying child. No cash value. Not valid in combination with any other discount offer, coupons or promotions or group rates. Valid only on Sept. 11, 2010. www.brzoo.org or 225.775.3877 for more information.
Members' Day at the Zoo
Visit the zoo on Tuesday, Sept. 7, from 4:30 p.m. to
Boo at the Zoo
The zoo invites you to join us for Boo at the Zoo, a merry-not-scary trick-or-treating extravaganza. Wear your best costumes and visit the Zoo on Oct. 16, 17, 23 and 24 from 9:30 a.m. to
Winter Zoo Camp
Come spend the holidays with BREC's Baton Rouge Zoo for a week of winter wonders at the zoo. The zoo will host camp Dec. 27, 28 and 29. The cost is $35/day per child for ages 6 to 12 ($38 out-of-parish). Early drop off at 7:30 a.m. and late pick up at 5:30 p.m. at no additional fee.
Day camp includes guided walks through the zoo and seasonally-themed games and crafts. Children will also have the opportunity to get up-close-and-personal with zoo animals. Call the zoo for more information or to register. 225.775.3877 Option 2.
Volunteers Wanted!
There are many exciting opportunities at BREC's Baton Rouge Zoo for volunteers including special event volunteers, Wildlife on Wheels Zoomobile excursions, Welcome Ambassadorships, horticulture, public outreach and keeper assistants. Training programs are available. For more information, please contact Valerie at (225) 775-3877.
Walking Trails
Click here to view the construction project page for the zoo!
6201 Florida Boulevard Baton Rouge, LA 70806
