Ararat Ridge Zoo Tactile Experience Request

We are so pleased to offer tactile experiences to our guests who have low vision, are blind, or are on the autism spectrum. The immediate family or assistant of the individual requesting this experience is welcome to attend.

The tactile experience at the Ararat Ridge Zoo allows guests to “tour” the zoo’s animal collection. The shapes, textures, sounds, and smells of our animals come to life with fur, feathers, scales, bones, eggs, and other biofacts. Guests can even meet some of the zoo’s live ambassador animals.

Ararat Ridge Zoo tactile experiences are currently only offered from May 1–October 31, Monday–Saturday. Tactile experiences are approximately 30 minutes in length and take place from 11:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Reserve your spot at least one week before your visit to ensure availability! Children must be accompanied by an adult.