San Diego Zoo Field Trip Program

Youth Groups

Youth groups, such as Scout troops, Boys & Girls Club, YMCA, and extracurricular programs only should fill out the form below to request their field trip dates to the San Diego Zoo.

To be eligible for field trip rates for Youth Groups, groups must be able to abide by our Program Policies.

Southern California schools and Student Groups, click here. If you would like to book a field trip to the San Diego Zoo Safari Park in Escondido, CA please click here.

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Group Name

Group Phone

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Youth Group Address

Address

Address 2

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State/Province

ZIP/Postal Code

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Organizer Contact Information

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Primary Contact on Site

This is the information we will use to contact your group in case of emergency on the day of your field trip. Please list contact information for an adult who will be at the Zoo with your group.

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Last

Position

Mobile Phone

Confirm Email

Visit Date and Admission Policies

Estimated Number of Youth, ages 3-17

Estimated Number of Adult Participants and Chaperones, ages 18+

*During the month of October, kids are free for ages 3 to 11 when accompanied by an Adult/Chaperone.

Kids Free October*, Estimated Number of Kids (Ages 3-11):

Kids Free October*, Estimated Number of Kids (Ages 12-17):

Minimum group size of 15 required to qualify for special rates
Maximum group size is 150 participants (students + adults) per group, per reservation, is allowed
- Your group must enter the Zoo together
- If your group is larger than 150 people, additional guests will pay full price admission.
Limit one visit per teacher, per school, per year

Desired Date

This date is subject to availibility, and will be reviewed by our team before being confirmed.

2nd Choice Date

3rd Choice Date

Please read and check to show understanding and acceptance of terms and conditions:

I have read and agree to abide by the SDZWA Education Program policies.

I agree to not misrepresent the intent of the field trip program or upcharge for access to the service for field trips.

I have read and agree to abide by the San Diego Zoo’s Guest Code of Conduct and accept responsibility for my student’s behavior while on grounds.

I agree to provide a single form of payment for any outstanding balance before my group enters the Zoo.

I have reviewed the applicable rate calendar for Youth Groups and understand the fees associated with my field trip.

Additional Information

Lunch storage is available at the Zoo in Wildlife Explorer Basecamp. Directions and passcodes will be located in the confirmation email you will receive 2 weeks prior to your visit. Passcodes should not be shared with anyone outside of your group. No coolers/food storage containers larger than a 6-pack size are permitted on grounds.

Alternatively, if you would like to pre-purchase meal vouchers for $21.00 each, please list the number you would like to purchase here.

Number of Meal Vouchers

$21.00 per meal voucher

4-D Theater Tickets

See 3-D movies with amazing special effects to add another dimension to your cinematic experience. 4-D Theater tickets are $4 per person when purchased in advance; same-day tickets are $8 per person.

Number of 4-D Theater Tickets

$4 per person

Private Guided Bus Tour

Tours available Monday-Friday. Each bus accommodates up to 94 people and costs $350 per bus. Join us for a private narrated, round-trip 35-minute adventure through Zoo grounds on a double-decker bus—and find out more about how we're saving species worldwide, and what you can do as an ally for wildlife. Limited departures available at this special rate reserved for school-affiliated groups. Must reserve one month in advance. Cancellation fee applies.

Number of Buses Requested

$350 per bus

Individual Guided Bus Tour tickets are available for purchase upon arrival for $12 per person, subject to availability. Please be advised you will be mixed with the general public.

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