San Diego Zoo Transportation and Admission
- Location:San Diego, California
- Duration:7 hours (approx.)
- TOUR Code:3044SDZOO
Span the globe in one afternoon at the world-famous San Diego Zoo. Popular with adults and children alike, a visit to San Diego Zoo is an ideal family-friendly activity during your time in California.
Highlights
- Transportation and admission to the world famous San Diego Zoo
- See thousands of wild animals including many on the endangered species list
- Perfect for every member of the family
Recent Photos of this Tour
Browse the gallery of recent San Diego Zoo Transportation and Admission photos submitted by actual, honest-to-goodness travelers on Viator.
With literally thousands of wild animals including many on the endangered species list, its no wonder that San Diego Zoo is world-famous. Meet Zhen Zhen, the newest addition to the panda family, and the fourth baby panda born at the San Diego Zoo. Swing by the Zoo's newest attraction, Monkey Trails to journey into the depths of a tropical rainforest. In addition to a variety of monkeys, you will also see the rare pygmy hippo, venomous snakes and clouded leopards.
Activities available at San Diego Zoo include (additional cost):
- Guided Bus Tour: A 35-minute tour by double-decker bus covering 75 percent of the San Diego Zoo. Your ticket also includes use of the Express Bus which allows you to hop on and off at three different stops throughout the Zoo. (included)
- Skyfari Aerial Tram: Take an airborne shortcut over the treetops to the other end of the Zoo and enjoy spectacular views of the Zoo, its animal and plant collection, and surrounding Balboa Park. (approx. $3)
- Balboa Park Miniature Railroad: pulls out of the station for three-minute rides around a portion of Balboa Park. (approx. $1.75)
- ENTCO Wild Earth Safari Ride: Players of all ages can take a safari through the plains of Africa. Your mission: to explore the wild as rookie photojournalists and to capture on film the essence and beauty of the natural world around you. Two guests per ride (photographer and driver), dynamically and navigate the stunning landscapes of Africa on a quest for that "perfect picture". (approx. $6)
Only need transportation? Transportation without admission is also available.
Schedule Details
San Diego Zoo
Select a month to view a calendar of availability and departure details.
Starting June 11,2012 pickups are also available at the following locations:
- Old Town Transit Center
- Bahia Hotel Lobby
- Town & Country Hotel
9am
Duration:7 hours (approx.)
Return details:Returns to original departure point at approximately 5:30pm; subject to local traffic conditions.
Tour and Pricing Options
Click the link below to check pricing & availability on your preferred travel date. Our pricing is constantly updated to ensure you always receive the lowest price possible - we 100% guarantee it. Your currency is set to USD. Click here to change your currency.
Additional Information
- Admission to San Diego Zoo (if option selected)
- Transportation by air-conditioned coach
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Gratuities (optional)
- Food and drinks
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- This is an admission and transportation package, voucher will not be accepted at San Diego Zoo
Some of the attractions at San Diego Zoo include:
Monkey Trails and Forest Tales:
The
most elaborate and ambitious animal habitat history is now open,
ushering in a new era at San Diego Zoo. Joan B. Kroc's Monkey Trails and
Forest Tales is home to more than 30 species of African and Asian
birds, mammals, reptiles, and amphibians, some of the world's most
exotic and endangered wildlife. You can enjoy a three-dimensional
journey into the depths of a tropical forest and a new understanding of
the diversity of life on Earth. An elevated walkway located across from
the Zoo entrance takes you directly through the tree canopy where you
will encounter some of the most rare and endangered monkeys on Earth.
Giant Panda Research Station:
The
San Diego Zoo has had a love affair with giant pandas ever since two of
the black-and-white bears came to visit in 1987. After years of red
tape and tons of application paperwork, the Zoo and China agreed on a
12-year research loan of two giant pandas, Bai Yun and Shi Shi. A
brand-new exhibit area was built for the panda guests, which has since
been expanded and renovated and is now called the Giant Panda Research
Station. Although currently housing four giant pandas, the facility can
comfortably house up to six! Next to the public panda viewing area is
the building that houses the Giant Panda Team, made up of the pandas'
keepers and researchers. Be sure to stroll through the Giant Panda
Discovery Center, located nearby. It includes a climb-in panda den,
interactive exhibits, and even a chance to find out what pandas sound
and smell like!
Polar Bear Plunge:
At first
thought, a polar bear in sunny San Diego seems curiously out of place.
But with the San Diego Zoo's Polar Bear Plunge, you'll discover that
polar bears are right at home, where every day is an Arctic summer day.
From the underwater viewing room you can see how agile and playful the
polar bears really are. In fact, they're known to swim right up to the
glass to check out all the humans on display. Polar Bear Plunge is one
of the largest polar bear exhibits in the world. It's wet and it's wild -
polar bear style!
Tiger River:
Mesmerizing
and gorgeous but also endangered, the Malayan tigers are always a
pleasure to watch. Their exhibit was designed to closely resemble a
natural jungle habitat and was built on a steep slope that gives the
tigers plenty of exercise. A waterfall splashing into a pool and logs to
climb on or use as scratching posts give the tigers a variety of things
to do. A heated cave near a viewing window encourages the tigers to
spend their naptime close to curious tiger admirers.
Children's Zoo:
There
are more than 30 special animal exhibits and activities designed with
the younger visitor in mind. The popular Petting Paddock allows kids a
chance to feel the wooly coat of a sheep or comb a gentle goat's hair.
The animal nursery has large viewing windows to let you watch animal
babies being bottle-fed or cuddled by our caring keepers. The Children's
Zoo has animals not found anywhere else on Zoo grounds, such as
wombats, spider monkeys, and our ever-fascinating naked mole-rats. Best
of all, about 45 of the 200 critters living here are trained as animal
ambassadors, so you might get to feel how sharp a hedgehog's quills are,
or hear how quietly a horned owl can flap its wings.
Sun Bear Forest:
Surrounded
by the fantastic sights, sounds and scents of the Asian tropical rain
forest, you may forget the hectic jungle of the city for a moment. Lose
yourself in this forest in the city, where naturalistic enclosures and
thousands of exotic plants combine to help animals and Zoo visitors
alike experience life in an Asian forest. Bornean sun bears, the
smallest bears in the world, are one of the most enjoyable animals to
observe, especially in the natural setting of Sun Bear Forest. Here, the
sun bears, named for the golden crescents on their chests, display
their frolicsome nature. Extremely agile and often comical, sun bears
are great tree climbers and make excellent use of their enclosure's
climbing structures.
Flamingo Lagoon:
With
their flamboyant color and amusing behaviors, flamingos make the perfect
welcoming committee at San Diego Zoo! The Flamingo Lagoon features two
separate viewing areas, affording a choice of vantage points. One area
features an elevated walkway where you can look down into the exhibit
instead of across it at eye level.
Rainforest Aviary:
The
Owens Rain Forest Aviary offers bird lovers an up-close look at more
than 200 feathered friends representing 60 species and about 180 birds.
The free-flight aviary simulates the sights and sounds of a real
Southeast Asian jungle environment. It focuses on exotic species from
Southeast Asia and Australia, including flowers, ferns, and foliage
indigenous to that region.
Absolutely Apes:
For
decades the orangutans and siamangs at the San Diego Zoo have delighted
visitors with their colorful personalities and intriguing
vocalizations. Now, the two families of apes, indigenous to the same
Asian rain forest ecosystem, share a habitat at the Zoo. Absolutely Apes
provides a lush, naturalistic environment where arboreal orangutans and
siamangs can climb, swing, and live in the same terrain as they would
in the wild.
Sea Lion Show - It Began with a Roar:
This show spotlights animals that can be found around the globe and, as always, features our charismatic California sea lions.
The Wild Ones - Legends and Lore:
Delve
into the legend and lore of both predators and prey from around the
world and witness the mystery of their natural behaviors. You may even
get a chance to participate!
Dr. Zoolittle Show:
Join San Diego Zoo's physician of fun, Dr. Zoolittle, in the Children's Zoo for an interactive and hilarious show.
Complete Operator information, including local telephone numbers at your destination, are included on your Confirmation Voucher. Our Product Managers select only the most experienced and reliable operators in each destination, removing the guesswork for you, and ensuring your peace of mind.
Was this information helpful?
We want to know what you think
Is there additional information we could provide to help you decide if this tour or activity is right for you?
Note: Do not use this link for customer support. Instead you must go to Customer Care.
Book before you go!
Trust the worldwide leader
- Save money & time
- Avoid disappointments!
- Flexible cancel policy - no fee for changes
- Customer care available 24/7
Since 1999, over 3 million travelers have experienced more with Viator!
We had a great time at the San Diego Zoo. The buses arrived at the exact scheduled time, picking ... Read more ›
Joseph A, April 2011
