Step into the wild and get up close & personal with hundreds of animals!

ADMISSION RATES

Adults (13 to 59) are $19.95/ea

Children (2 to 12) are $15.95/ea

Seniors (60+) are $17.95/ea

Animal Feed is $8.00/per

Visit our Current Discounts page for any specials and discounts!

We accept cards and cash as payment in-store. There is 3.25% customer service charge on all debit or credit sales. Pay cash upon arrival to save!

Here, you have the option of a Guided Tour or Drive-Thru! And, the Petting Zoo is included with your admission.

So, what’s the difference between the Guided Tour and the Drive-Thru Safari?

GUIDED TOUR

What is it? A tractor-ride with a tour guide!

How long does it last? About 45 minutes to an hour.

Why should I pick the Guided Tour option? 

  1. Your car is saved from potential damage from animals
  2. The trams are able to “off-road”, ensuring you interact with all of our inhabitants
  3. Our dedicated guides entertain and educate throughout the ride
  4. It’s much easier to feed and pet from our open-air trailers
  5. We can seat up to 35 guests on a tour, so bring the whole family

DRIVE-THRU SAFARI

What is it? You drive through the park from the comfort of your vehicle!

How long does it last? About 45 minutes.

Why should I pick the Drive-Thru Safari option?

  1. The Drive-Thru is self-paced, however visitors must stay on the designated path
  2. When the weather is not cooperating, the Drive-Thru offers more comfort
  3. The animals approach the vehicle and invade your personal space
  4. Visitors with mobility limitations can enjoy the animals with ease
  5. There is typically never a wait time to start the Drive-Thru adventure

What are the rules for the Drive-Thru?

  1. Do NOT get out of the vehicle at any time.
  2. Stay on designated roads and drive slowly.
  3. Please keep moving in a timely fashion. If a lot of cars or Guided Tours are piling behind you, it means that you need to pick up the pace!
  4. Make sure that the vehicle is in good working condition and fueled up for the ride. If there are any automobile issues in our park, we are not able to assist and will have to contact a roadside vehicle service at the guest’s expense.
  5. No riding in the bed of a pick up and the hatch back on SUV’s must remain closed. Jeeps and convertibles must have the top and doors on to enter the park.
  6. Roll windows all the way up or all the way down.
  7. Only feed the animals the food provided at the gift shop! Use a flat and open hand to feed majority of the critters.
  8. The only animals guests CANNOT hand feed are the zebra and bird species. They both bite! Throw some food on the ground for them!

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What does ‘ADMISSION’ cover?

General Admission tickets cover one Guided Tour OR one Drive-Through Safari and access into our Petting Zoo, Caged Animals and Picnic Area!

The Guided Tours take approximately an hour and will give you a unique and interactive experience with a one-of-a-kind tour guide and hundreds of animals from all over the world. If you choose to Drive-Thru the park, expect anywhere from 1 to 2 hours of animal action!

On either experience, animals will get up close and personal, looking for snacks and lovin’!

Do I HAVE to buy tickets online?

You do not! However, we allow a limited number of vehicles per hour. So, if you are planning to drive your own vehicle, buying tickets online guarantees your spot. If you do not reserve ahead of time, you may have to wait until traffic slows down if that is the case.

For the Guided Tour, we do not sell out. But, buying your tickets ahead of time makes for a much speedier check-in process!

When can I use my tickets?

For Guided Tour, your tickets are good for anytime between 9am and 5pm on the day you purchased.

The Drive-Thru tickets are also sold by one-hour time slots, so please book & plan accordingly. If you need to reschedule or cancel your tickets, please refer to our cancellation policy below.

What is the cancellation policy for online tickets?

We have a 24-hour cancellation policy. If you cancel before 24 hours of your scheduled booking, you will receive a full refund. If you cancel within 24 hours of your scheduled booking, there is no refund. You will receive a gift card to be redeemed at a later date! Please call us to discuss your options.

Can I go around again?

Your admission covers only one go ’round! Soak it all in while you can!

What kind of wait times can we expect upon visiting the Exotic Resort Zoo?

We have no wait-times in mind when it comes to checking-in and getting through the park. Please keep in mind that weekends and holidays are our busiest, so you can expect a lengthier visit. We are doing our best to keep everyone moving in a timely fashion, so please bring patience with you when you visit!

Is the Exotic Resort Zoo pet friendly?

Our animals see dogs as their natural predator, so the safe answer to this question is NO. This includes service animals! The United States Department of Justice says: “At a zoo, service animals can be restricted from areas where the animals on display are the natural prey or natural predators of dogs, where the presence of a dog would be disruptive, causing the displayed animals to behave aggressively or become agitated.” You may read more about the restrictions of Service Animals at a zoo by clicking here.

What is in the Exotic Resort Zoo’s feed? Is feed included with my ticket?

The feed that you purchase in the gift shop for your adventure is a custom wildlife pellet from Behrend’s Feed and Fertilizer in Fredericksburg, Texas. If you have any allergens, we have included their ingredient sheet here.

And, no, we do not include feed in your admission. You are welcome to buy as little or as much as you’d like! But, we recommend one for every two people at minimum!

Are the Guided Tours handicap accessible?

Oh yeah! We want everyone to enjoy this unique experience if they wish. We have a heavy-duty ramp that we use for wheelchairs and those with mobility issues. We have no problem getting anyone and everyone on the trailer to enjoy the ride!

What does my military discount include?

Active & Veteran Military receive 20% off General Admission with valid ID. This does not include animal feed or gift shop souvenirs!

Is there a restaurant on site?

We do not have a restaurant/concession stand on site. We have Coca-Cola products, snacks and Nestle Ice Cream in the gift shop. You are also welcome to bring along your own drinks and food! You can enjoy a picnic in our picnic area, or bring your snacks and drinks along with you on the tour! We even allow coolers on the Guided Tour – you may also bring adult beverages, but please no glass!

What about bad weather?

We operate rain or shine! The only time that we do not offer our Guided Tours is if there is a lot of lightning in the area or if it is too cold and wet for our guides to endure. However, in that case, we let our visitors Drive-Through the park in their own vehicle. Please call us at (830)868-4357 if weather becomes a concern for your visit! We recommend that you bring some beach towels because the animals might be a little wet, which means you might get a little wet too!

Why should I visit the Exotic Resort Zoo?

We are family owned and operated, which means that we receive no outside help for our animals or our facilities like your typical “zoo”. This means, that we appreciate each one of you beyond measure! Our animals live in free-roaming environments and are not trained to perform or act any sort of way. So, when you visit us, you are interacting with true wild animals that enjoy the company of humans! Every visit with us is unique, and we can’t wait to create some memories with you and your loved ones!

We are open EVERYDAY!

The only days that the Exotic Resort Zoo is closed is Easter Sunday, Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day. We also do a late start on New Year’s Day and an early closure on Christmas Eve!

Contact Us

235 Zoo Trail - Johnson City, Texas 78636

Phone: (830)868-4357

Guided Tour or Drive-Thru?

We offer one-of-a-kind Guided Tours (tractor ride) through the park. With us, a dedicated guide will tell you all about our wonderful animals and the best ways to interact with them. You may buy tickets online or in-house for this experience! Typical wait time for a Guided Tour is about 30-45 minutes in the petting zoo. However, they are definitely worth the wait for a unique experience!

If you are interested in the Drive-Thru (your vehicle) option, hundreds of animals will invade your personal space! For this touroption, we encourage you to buy tickets online to reserve a spot. Just click the ‘Buy Tickets’ option & proceed!

What about BAD weather?

In the event of freezing or rainy weather, our Guided Tours may come to a stop! However, you are welcome to still tour in your own vehicle if that is the case. Visit our Instagram or Facebook page for the most recent updates!