Adventure Brief
Join an exclusive VIP reptile tour in Kearns, Utah, featuring snakes, lizards, and alligators. Enjoy hands-on experiences and expert-led demonstrations on this unforgettable 2-hour adventure.
2 hours
easy
From $397.08
Family Friendly
Join an exclusive VIP reptile tour in Kearns, Utah, featuring snakes, lizards, and alligators. Enjoy hands-on experiences and expert-led demonstrations on this unforgettable 2-hour adventure.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
2 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for all fitness levels, mostly standing and light walking indoors and outdoors.
Wildlife
History
Kearns was originally developed in the early 20th century as a military airfield community and has evolved into a vibrant suburb retaining ties to Utah’s pioneering past.
Conservation
Scales and Tails Utah actively promotes reptile education and conservation efforts to protect native species and their habitats in the region.
Scales and Tails Utah
Join an exclusive VIP reptile tour in Kearns, Utah, featuring snakes, lizards, and alligators. Enjoy hands-on experiences and expert-led demonstrations on this unforgettable 2-hour adventure.
Scales and Tails Utah is a reptile and animal experience provider based in Kearns, Utah. The business offers hands-on encounters, private tours, educational programs, party packages, and animal rental services for film and events. Trained animal care professionals lead each experience, emphasizing safety, animal welfare, and education for participants of varying ages and interests.
Programs include VIP tours, VIP zookeeper experiences, teen and junior zookeeper classes, themed party room packages, and monthly community events such as Scales & Ales. Scales and Tails Utah also provides animal rental and animal wrangler services for film, photography, and commercials, supporting creative productions with trained animal ambassadors under supervised conditions.
Special events have included public demonstrations and milestone activities, such as Darthgator’s scheduled retirement demonstration on May 11th led by an expert handler. Party packages range from science-themed collaborations with Mad Science® to all-inclusive mega party options that combine decor, food coordination, and animal ambassador visits.
Scales and Tails Utah structures experiences to deliver hands-on learning about reptile care, feeding, enclosure maintenance, and species behavior while maintaining controlled environments and professional oversight. Activities are described with clear age guidance when applicable, and many VIP offerings allow small private groups for focused interaction.
Families, hobbyists, filmmakers, and educators can find booking options suitable for birthday parties, group outings, educational enrichment, and production needs. Scales and Tails Utah presents accessible, educational, and memorable reptile experiences in Kearns, Utah. Reservations and detailed booking information are available through Scales and Tails Utah's official contact channels for inquiries now.
Location
Kearns, Utah
Based in Kearns, Utah
Tours Offered
11 Experiences
VIP, zookeeper, parties, rentals
Upcoming Event
May 11
Darthgator retirement demonstration
VIP Options
1.5–2 hours
Private VIP tours and experiences
Reserve private tours, teen programs, party packages, or animal rental services in Kearns, Utah — spaces fill quickly for VIP and special events.
Wear Comfortable Closed-Toe Shoes
You’ll be standing and walking indoors and outdoors, so shoes with good grip ensure safety around reptiles.
Avoid Strong Fragrances
Reptiles can be sensitive to strong scents, so skip perfumes or scented lotions to keep animals calm.
Follow Guide Instructions Closely
For your safety and the animals’ well-being, closely listen and adhere to all handling guidelines and boundaries.
Keep Cameras Ready
Bring a camera or smartphone to capture close-up moments, but avoid using flash around the animals.
Comfortable Closed-Toe Shoes
Protect your feet and provide stability while standing and moving around animal enclosures.
Lightweight Jacket
Useful for cooler temperatures especially if part of the tour happens outdoors.
fall
Camera or Smartphone
Capture memorable close-up moments without disturbing the animals.
Reusable Water Bottle
Stay hydrated during warmer months while participating in this active, engaging experience.
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