Experiences and Adventures

All of our experiences are generally available during the summer season. However, occasionally Mother Nature requires that we close them for safety.

Note: Availability is subject to weather and staffing. Starting September 1st we may not have all experiences open. Please call 616-336-2017 for daily availability.

Budgie Aviary

Open

Get cheek to beak in this newly expanded interactive exhibit! Located near the waterfall by the Hobby...

Prices	Public	Member
Regular Price	$1.00	$0.90

Petting Corral

Open

Hours(Weather Dependent) 11-3 PM ...

Prices	Public	Member
Free	$0.00	$0.00

John Ball Zoo Gem Company

Open

Now Open!

Pan for your very own gems in our brand new Sluice! Choose from 3 different...

Prices	Public	Member
Pay Dirt Bag	$6.99	$6.29
Emerald Strike Bag	$11.99	$10.79
Motherlode Bag	$24.99	$22.49

Funicular

Temporarily Closed

Think of the funicular as another way in or out of...

Prices	Public	Member
One way	$3.00	$2.70

Zip Line

This four story, 600-foot, Zipline is the real thing! Riders are securely harnessed before...

Prices	Public	Member
Regular Price	$10.00	$9.00
Combo Zip Line and Ropes Course	$17.00	$15.30

Sky Trail Ropes Course

Four stories tall with two climbing levels, this Ropes Adventure Course, gives you a...

Prices	Public	Member
Regular Price	$10.00	$9.00
Combo Zip Line and Ropes Course	$17.00	$15.30

Camel Rides

Closed for the Season

A day at the Zoo wouldn't be complete without a camel ride. Souvenir photos are also available....

Prices	Public	Member
Regular Price	$6.00	$5.40
Souvenir Photo	$5.00	$5.00

Realm Of Flight Bird Show

Closed for the Season

Realm of Flight Bird Show features 10 amazing birds, each demonstrating their own eye-popping talent. ...

Prices	Public	Member
Weekday Price (Monday - Friday)	$0.00	$0.00
Weekend Price (Saturday - Sunday)	$2.00	$1.80