easy
15 minutes
Suitable for all fitness levels including children and seniors, as the experience is short and requires minimal physical effort.
Connect closely with lemurs, fennec foxes, and capybaras in a private, hands-on session at Animal World & Snake Farm Zoo. Enjoy 15 minutes of unforgettable wildlife fun in New Braunfels, Texas!
15 minutes • All ages
Experience the thrill of an Animal Encounter at the Zoo, where you can interact closely with fascinating creatures like lemurs, fennec foxes, and capybaras. Enjoy a private session with a zookeeper, fostering a deeper appreciation for wildlife and conservation. Create unforgettable memories in just 15 minutes of hands-on fun!
Admission is separate and required to participate in an Animal Encounter
Book an animal encounter for an experience of a lifetime for you and your loved ones!
15 minutes
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!
THERE WILL BE NO REFUNDS
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.
Reservations are required for the private encounter to ensure you have a personalized experience with the animals and zookeeper.
Always listen closely and follow the zookeeper’s guidelines to ensure both your safety and the animals' comfort.
The zoo grounds require moderate walking, so comfortable, closed-toe shoes are recommended.
Avoid wearing strong perfumes or lotions to prevent disturbing sensitive animals during your encounter.
Animal World & Snake Farm Zoo has been an educational destination in New Braunfels for decades, fostering local wildlife appreciation.
The zoo participates in breeding programs and habitat preservation efforts to support endangered species and educate the public on sustainable practices.
Protect your feet comfortably during walking and animal interaction.
Stay comfortable during mild spring temperatures.
spring specific
Helps shield you from the strong Texas sun during summer visits.
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Protect your skin from UV exposure during outdoor activities.
summer specific