Do you have to wear masks at the Omaha zoo?

The Zoo is open year-round except Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day. Face masks are encouraged. During inclement weather, please call (402) 733-8401. The Zoo is a tobacco-free facility and parking is free to guests.

How long is the walk around Henry Doorly Zoo?

To walk the entire zoo exhibits and aquariums is the equivalent of walking five or six miles up and down hills. Lots of people make the zoo visit a two-day excursion to break up the walking distance.

Does the Henry Doorly Zoo have grizzly bears?

The Alaskan Adventure splash pad, Glacier Bay Landing concessions area and Owen Sea Lion Shores will be joined in the future by new exhibits for polar bears, Alaskan brown bears, sea otters and lynx.

Does Henry Doorly Zoo allow backpacks?

Guests are welcome to bring their own bags, coolers and wagons to carry around the Zoo. No glass containers or alcohol are allowed.

Does the Henry Doorly zoo have scooters?

Yes, there are electric scooters at the zoo for rent on a first come first serve basis. They also have regular wheelchairs for rent at the zoo as well.

Is the Omaha zoo hilly?

The zoo is open every day of the year except Christmas. Summer hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Winter hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Typically, the buildings within the zoo stay open an hour later. Admission for adults costs less than $30 in the summer and less than $18 in the winter. The zoo is very large and hilly.

What happened to the bears at Henry Doorly Zoo?

The Henry Doorly Zoo & Aquarium’s lone polar bear is moving to Kansas City. Bam Bam, who was born in Omaha in November 1987, will leave Omaha’s 30,000-gallon polar bear tank by the end of April. Her move will give her a buddy to live with and free up space in Durham Bear Canyon for a new project.

Does the Henry Doorly Zoo have a whale?

The centerpiece of Alaskan Adventure is an 18-foot-high humpback whale which has water trailing from its extended fins. A whale’s tail is a separate sculpture and is 16 feet wide and eight feet tall with water flowing from the edge as it appears to submerge for a deep dive.

Can you feed giraffes at the Henry Doorly Zoo?

One of the oddest experiences is feeding a giraffe; though, it’s second only to feeding a stingray. You can do both at the zoo each summer (for an added fee, of course). Giraffe feedings are $3 and happen on the weekends, weather permitting.

Do they serve alcohol at Henry Doorly Zoo?

Alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks are available for purchase at the Zoo. Cost is $10 per person for Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium members and $15 per person for non-members.

How long is a day camp at Henry Doorly Zoo?

Have a WILD time with Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium’s day camps! Certified teachers will guide students through camps from one-half to five days in length with educational activities, tours, games and much more. Campers must fall within age ranges of each respective camp.

What is the Henry Doorly Center for Conservation and research?

Head behind the scenes in our Center for Conservation and Research, where you will learn about the work Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium is doing to help protect animals both in the wild and in Zoos and Aquariums around the country. Don’t see what you’re looking for? Call today to book a private Backstage Experience!

What is art camp at Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo?

Join us for Art Camp at Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium. Animal Art is a full-day camp designed for those who are interested in both art and wildlife. Each day, campers will discover cool animal facts, and create an art project. Led by experienced educators, campers will learn about wildlife in wild colors and how they can be wildlife heroes.

What can you do at Winter Zoo Camp?

Explore animals and their habitats, study animal behaviors, conduct fun experiments and become the envy of your friends at Winter Zoo Camp. Campers must fall within age ranges of each respective camp. All camps run 9 a.m.- 3:30 p.m. unless otherwise noted. Campers will need to bring their own sack lunch for full day camps.