Winter Camps

• Rumble in the Jungle – Jan. 2 – SOLD OUT

Forests are full of fabulous animals! Tigers, apes and elephants are just a few of the forest animals you will meet on your jungle journey here at the Zoo. Find out what life is like in a forest and learn how we take care of our tropical residents.

• Just Like Me – Jan. 3

Eyes, ears, mouth, and nose are all characteristics we share with other animals, but we might have more in common with other creatures than we know. Learn about some of the ways we are alike by meeting some of our super cool animals here at the zoo.

• Ocean Commotion – Jan. 4

Sharks and sea stars, sea otters and stingrays all make their living in the wet and wild ocean world. Find out how these animals (and more) swim, hide, hunt and hold on as you meet some of them in person!

All camps 9am-4pm.

Members: $65; Non-members: $75

• Under the Sea – Jan. 2 – SOLD OUT

Dive into the watery world of sharks, seals, puffins and pufferfish! Explore the Tidal Touch Zone in the NEW Pacific Seas Aquarium and create some cool crafts.

• Tropical Adventures – Jan. 3

Even though it’s wet and cold where we live, we can still celebrate tropical places and the wildlife that live there. You’ll see Sumatran tigers, meet “Peanut” the zebra shark and have a special encounter with one of our wild residents.

• Friends with Fur – Jan. 4

There are many fabulous ways that fur helps mammals to survive. Depending on where an animal lives their fur may be fluffy or flat, soft or coarse. Find out why as you meet some of the furriest animals at the Zoo!

All camps 9am-4pm.

Members: $65; Non-members: $75

• What’s for Dinner? – Jan. 2 – SOLD OUT

It’s an eat-or-be-eaten life in the wild! Discover the challenges of being a predator and the risks of being prey, find out what’s on the menu at the Zoo and watch some animals enjoy a tasty meal.

• Ocean Explorers – Jan. 3 – SOLD OUT

Spend the day immersing yourself in the marine world as your explore Rocky Shores, go behind the scenes in the South Pacific Aquarium and explore the NEW Pacific Seas Aquarium. You’ll also have the chance to examine a real shark jaw, walrus tusk and slimy squid.

• Tropical Getaway – Jan. 4

In some parts of the world it’s warm year round. It’ll certainly be chilly here in January, but you can come to the Zoo for a mini vacation, where you will learn about and meet some tropical animals, and find out how we care for them during the winter in Washington.

All camps 9am-4pm.

Members: $65; Non-members: $75