Expeditions

Enjoy a thematic, interactive, & inquiry-based experience at the Zoo! Must book a school field trip or group visit to reserve an expedition.

When can I schedule an Expedition?

You can book an Expedition any time of year! Expeditions will take up about 1 hour of your Zoo visit.

What is the cost?

$75 for first group; $55 for each additional group; groups are limited to 15 students. Starting July 1, 2024 the cost for the first program will be $85; $65 for each additional program.

What is an Expedition?

Think field study and fun! A professional Zoo Educator will lead guests through a thematic, interactive, inquiry-based experience! Expeditions take place in and around the Zoo and bring learning alive. Each expedition lasts about 1 hour and has students make observations and participate in interactive activities.

All of our programs meet Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) and New York State P-12 Science Learning Standards and can be tailored to meet the needs of your group.

You must request a field trip or group visit  to reserve an Expedition.

For Grades K-2:

For Grades 3-5:

For Grades 6-8:

For Grades 9-12: