Join an exclusive 3-hour journey at Denver’s Downtown Aquarium to meet reptiles and amphibians up close. Perfect for Boy Scouts working on their merit badges and curious nature lovers!
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
3 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for all fitness levels; minimal physical effort required but geared toward engagement and attentiveness.
Wildlife
History
The Downtown Aquarium was originally a fish hatchery before evolving into a premier aquatic and terrestrial wildlife education center.
Conservation
The aquarium participates in habitat preservation and breeding programs to help protect vulnerable reptile and amphibian populations.
Downtown Aquarium - Education and Group Sales
Join an exclusive 3-hour journey at Denver’s Downtown Aquarium to meet reptiles and amphibians up close. Perfect for Boy Scouts working on their merit badges and curious nature lovers!
Downtown Aquarium - Education and Group Sales in Denver, Colorado provides curriculum-connected educational programs and group experiences for schools, camps, Scouts, and youth organizations. The program offers a range of guided and self-guided field trips, hands-on sessions, and overnight stays that combine animal encounters with science learning. Educator-led activities include behind-the-scenes tours, animal-care demonstrations, and badge-specific workshops that support Scout and Girl Scout requirements. For school groups and camps, tailored curricula and scavenger hunts reinforce classroom standards while keeping students engaged.
Programs listed include self-guided school tours, Into the Wild for Cub Scouts, Marine Biologist for a Day, Animal Habitats Badge for Junior Girl Scouts, Wild Dreams Overnight, Oceanography and Reptiles and Amphibians merit-badge experiences for Boy Scouts, Zoologist for a Day, Marine Science STEAM Camp for grades 7 to 9, and Wonders of Water Journey for Brownies. Sessions vary from three-hour workshops to multi-hour and overnight adventures; some programs provide behind-the-scenes access to animal care areas and staff-led instruction. Marine Science STEAM Camp features a shark cage dive as a culminating activity.
Downtown Aquarium emphasizes safety, educational value, and age-appropriate engagement. Group sales staff coordinate logistics, scheduling, and curriculum alignment to meet school and organizational needs. The facility's combined focus on animal welfare, interactive learning, and convenient group offerings makes it a practical option for field trips, badge work, summer camps, and overnight group experiences in Denver. Educators can request pre-visit materials, aligned lesson plans, risk management information, and group rate details to simplify planning and ensure learning goals are met for all.
Location
Denver, Colorado
Located in Denver, Colorado
Group Focus
Schools & Youth
Programs for schools and youth groups
Program Lengths
3 to 5 hours + overnight
Short and multi-hour options
Experiences Offered
10 unique trips
Hands-on educational adventures
Request group rates, pre-visit materials, and program recommendations to secure dates for Downtown Aquarium group programs in Denver.
Wear Comfortable Closed-Toe Shoes
You’ll be moving through exhibit areas and behind-the-scenes spaces, so sturdy footwear helps keep your feet safe and comfortable.
Bring a Water Bottle
Staying hydrated during the session is important, especially if you're attending during warmer months.
Follow All Touch Guidelines
Only handle animals when supervised and permitted to ensure safety for both guests and creatures.
Arrive Early for Check-In
Plan to arrive 10 minutes before your session to allow time for registration and orientation.
Comfortable Sneakers
Provides support during walking and standing throughout the sessions.
Reusable Water Bottle
Helps you stay hydrated, especially during warmer months.
summer
Light Jacket
Useful for variable spring weather when arriving or departing.
spring
Notebook and Pen
Great for jotting down interesting facts and observations during the experience.