Private Alligator Animal Encounter in New Braunfels, TX
Difficulty
easy
Duration
15 minutes
Fitness Level
Suitable for all fitness levels, minimal physical exertion required.
Overview
Experience an up-close private encounter with alligators and exotic animals in New Braunfels, Texas. Enjoy a personalized 15-minute session with a zookeeper and make unforgettable memories!
Alligator Private Animal Encounter
15 minutes • All ages
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About This Adventure
Experience the thrill of an Animal Encounter at the Zoo, where you can connect with fascinating creatures like lemurs, fennec foxes, and capybaras. Enjoy a hands-on, 15-minute session with a zookeeper, deepening your appreciation for wildlife and conservation. Create unforgettable memories while learning about these amazing animal ambassadors!
Admission is separate and required to participate in an Animal Encounter
Want to get up close and personal with some of your favorite Zoo residents?
Book an animal encounter for an experience of a lifetime for you and your loved ones!
Duration
15 minutes
Rates
- $50 for the first person
- $25 for each additional person
About
Our animal encounters are focused on the importance of conservation while encouraging compassion for Mother Earth. Through these hands-on encounters, we strive to make real-world connections for our guests with the use of our animal ambassadors. There is no better way to connect with our residents than getting to spend one on one time with them and their zookeeper. Your appreciation for our natural world is sure to grow as you watch how agile our lemurs are as they scamper around your lap, feel how soft and gentle our resident fennec foxes are, or look in the eyes of one of our baby capybaras as you hand them their favorite treat.
Make memories that will last a lifetime by meeting Joe our fennec fox, Tilly the brown lemur, Enzo the capybara, Waffles the pancake tortoise, and many more!
Animal encounters include a private encounter with a zoo keeper and an animal ambassador of your choosing.
FREE PARKING!
Please note that admission to the Zoo is not included and must be purchased prior to entry.
THERE WILL BE NO REFUNDS
Frequently Asked Questions:
Can we take photos during the encounter? Absolutely! We encourage all parties to bring a cellphone or camera!
Do we get to hold the animals? That all depends on which animal ambassador is selected! Though all encounters are hands-on opportunities, some animals are comfortable being held while others are not.
How early should we arrive? We ask that you show up 15 minutes early, that way you have plenty of time to park and purchase your admission tickets.
Can my service dog come? Service dogs may come into the Zoo, but they are not permitted to join the animal encounter for the safety of the animal ambassadors.
Adventure Tips
Arrive Early
Plan to arrive 10 minutes before your scheduled encounter to check in and receive safety instructions.
Follow Zookeeper Instructions
Always listen carefully and follow the guide’s directions to ensure a safe and enjoyable animal interaction.
Wear Comfortable Shoes
The zoo grounds are walkable and sometimes uneven, so sturdy, comfortable footwear is recommended.
No Flash Photography
Avoid using flash when photographing animals as it can startle or distress them.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- American Alligator
- Lemurs
History
Animal World & Snake Farm Zoo has been a beloved family-run attraction since 1962, focusing on education and conservation.
Conservation
The zoo actively participates in breeding and rehabilitation programs aimed at protecting endangered species native to Texas and beyond.
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Recommended Gear
Comfortable walking shoes
Provides good support for walking around zoo grounds.
Sun hat
Protects from sun exposure during outdoor parts of the tour.
summer specific
Water bottle
Stay hydrated while spending time outside in the Texas heat.
summer specific
Light jacket or layers
Useful for cooler mornings and evenings in fall or winter visits.
fall specific