The Wild Hearts tour will leave you with an insider's understanding of our mission to help wildlife. Your guide will share behind-the-scenes stories, animal personalities and conservation facts. Expect storytelling, close-up views, hands-on elements and interactive moments where you will find yourself guessing animal trivia or having unexpected realizations about species you thought you knew! This tour truly highlights the Alaska Zoo’s mission in action. No two tours are the same, mostly because the animals refuse to follow scripts.

• Focus: Animal personalities, rescue/conservation stories, and immersive learning.
• Includes: Behind-the-scenes access (infirmary when available), up-close animal observations, hands-on artifacts (fur, bones, enrichment items), interactive experiences and storytelling.
• Best for: Families, schools and guests seeking a light-hearted and in-depth experience.
• Time: 11am start at the gate. Tour is held on Mondays, Thursdays and Fridays weekly.
• Price: $50 per person ages 3 and up. Zoo members receive a 50% discount when booking online or purchasing at the gate. To receive the discount online, you must be logged into your membership account before you purchase.
• Reserve: Online reservations are open until 8am on the day of the tour. After 8am, you may pay same-day at the gate before 11am.