Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo & Aquarium offers overnight safari experiences for families designed to introduce youth and adults to science, ecosystems, and zoology. The overnight stays introduce families to ecology, species biology, and spark interest in zoo conservation and husbandry through hands-on labs and activities.
Cost is $75 per person and includes an exploration activity, overnight stay, free day at the zoo, expert tour, evening snack, morning Grab-n-Go breakfast, facility tour, and special keeper talk.
Upcoming Dates:
- Saturday, February 10 – Art for the Animals Exploration Overnight Safari (Desert Dome)
- Friday, February 23 – Marine Biology Exploration Overnight Safari (Aquarium)
- Saturday, March 2 – Art for the Animals Exploration Overnight Safari (Aquarium)
- Saturday, March 16 – Marine Biology Exploration Overnight Safari SOLD OUT
- Friday, April 5 – Veterinary Exploration Overnight Safari (Sea Lions; outside so tents are required)
- Saturday, April 27 – Marine Biology Exploration Overnight Safari (Aquarium)
- Saturday, May 4 – Art for the Animals Exploration Overnight Safari (Harper Events Center near stingrays)
- Friday, May 24 – Orangutan Conservation Exploration Overnight Safari (Hubbard Gorilla Valley)
