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Plan your next Houston Zoo visit and reconnect with the animals you know and love.

Camp Zoofari is an immersive experience for children ages 6-12.
Campers will explore the Zoo, learn all there is to know about incredible animals, and make new friends, all while learning about how each of us can save wildlife in our communities.

Visit our newest exhibit and see birds from around the world!

By hosting your next gala, rehearsal dinner, birthday, or other milestone celebration at Houston Zoo, you can be sure your guests will be buzzing about your event long after the party ends.

It's a great day to visit the Zoo! Come see your favorite animals and make new memories.

What’s going on in the elephant habitat at Houston Zoo right now? Find out with our live webcam below. Before 10:30 a.m. or after 4:00 p.m., our elephants may not be visible on…

News Blog, Posted January 3, 2018

The following post was written by Justin, a local community member. Justin has a passion for sea turtles, and while he works full-time in the city, you can find him during his down…

News Blog, Posted February 24, 2021

Last week, as Texas experienced unprecedented freezing conditions from Winter Storm Uri, 37 endangered green sea turtles were rescued along the Texas coast, near East Matagorda Bay and Galveston Bay. Sea turtles are…

News Blog, Posted July 31, 2020

Two green sea turtles are now back to swimming in the bay! On Friday, July 31, the Houston Zoo and National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) released the sea turtles in Christmas Bay after providing…

This talented group of individuals includes returning Camp Guides, classroom teachers, informal educators, and graduate and undergraduate students majoring in science or education fields. We are excited to have such a passionate group of Camp Guides leading campers this season.