NIGHT IN THE WILD AT THE GREATER VANCOUVER ZOO

Spend a Night in the Wild at the zoo! Your evening may include camping under the stars, a one-hour guided interpretive program or a combination of both.

New pricing effective May 1, 2011

You need to pre-register your group at least 2 weeks in advance by completing a registration form and faxing or mailing it to the Education Department. Please note a minimum of 20 people is required. Options include:

SLEEPOVER

Price: $34.00

Narrated Train Tour is an additional $3.00 per person (optional)
Check in at 4.00 p.m.
Check out at 9.00 a.m. the following morning. You are more than
welcome to stay at the zoo for the remainder of the day. 

EVENING PROGRAM

Price: $20.00

Narrated Train Tour is an additional $3.00 per person (optional)
Check in at 4.00 p.m.
Check out at 10.00 p.m. 

SLEEPOVER AND PROGRAM

Price: $37.00

Narrated Train Tour is an additional $3.00 per person (optional)
Check in at 4.00 p.m.
Check out at 9.00 a.m. the following morning. You are more than welcome to stay at the zoo for the remainder of the day.

Please note: For every 5 paying children you receive 1 Adult at ½ price.

Our one-hour guided interpretive programs are appropriate for any age!

Topics to choose from are:

You and the Zoo - Full of fun animal facts, this is the perfect introduction to the Greater Vancouver Zoo and its inhabitants.

Endangered Species - Many plants and animals are now threatened with extinction. Learn why species are at risk and what zoos are doing to protect and conserve animal species. (Earn your Endangered Species Badge!)

Walking Safari - An introduction to some of our awesome animals. (This tour may be tailored to your group's specific needs).

You are required to bring your own tents, sleeping bags, camping equipment, drinking water, food (Take-out is easy), extra clothing, toiletries, flashlights, matches and charcoal.

Check-in time is at 4.00 p.m and a $50.00 deposit is required and will be returned after your 9.00 a.m. checkout the next morning. For safety reasons, all equipment must be packed before 9.00 a.m. You are more than welcome to stay at the zoo for the remainder of the day.

The picnic area has water, electrical outlets, portapotties, fire pits, kindling and firewood as well as covered gazebos and picnic tables (Sorry, there are no showers).

Click here to download the Registration Form

For further information please call: 604.856.6825 ext. 26 or email: edu@gvzoo.com

***If you do not have 20 people or more to sleepover and would like to learn about our special Family Night in the Wild please click here for the scheduled nights in July and August and the registration form.