Oregon Zoo Education: Zoosnooze Overnights

ZooSnooze Overnights

Whats a "ZooSnooze"?

ZooSnooze is your group's chance to see the Zoo in a whole new light...moonlight! Its a fun and educational overnight experience for your group of 15-75 to see our animals under the cloak of darkness - one of their liveliest times.

The adventure begins at 5 pm when you set up an indoor camp and formally ends at 9:30am the next morning. In between you get to...

Start your evening with a fun dinner.
Go on a personal guided night time safari through the Zoo grounds after closing.
Tour behind-the-scenes.
Encounter animals (reptiles and insects) up-close with special presentations.
Enjoy the African Aviary during your continental breakfast.
Tour the Cascades exhibit.
Eat snacks!
Sleep at the Zoo.
Meet some birds of prey.
Explore the Zoo for the rest of the day.

Cost
$40 per person: youth or adult, which includes:

souvenir button and poster
evening snack and continental breakfast
scheduled ZooSnooze programs and tours
general Zoo admission for the following day

A minimum of one adult chaperone for every five youths is required. The chaperones are responsible for the supervision of your group. ZooSnooze is not appropriate for children under six years of age.

Upon receipt of your application form, a confirmation will be mailed to you along with copies of the "ZooSnooze Survival Manual" for your chaperones.

Customize your ZooSnooze
If your group would like to explore a particular topic of interest during your visit, please contact us one month prior to your ZooSnooze. We welcome the opportunity to create specialized programs whenever possible.

Cancellation Policy
A non-refundable $5 per person deposit is required with your registration. A 90% refund on the remaining balance will be made if cancellation is received at least 5 days prior to your scheduled date. A 10% administration fee will be withheld.

Special ZooSnoozes

Family Camperoo (1 in the Spring & 1 in the Summer)
ZooSnooze (September through June. Call or e-mail for dates)
ZooLight ZooSnooze (December)
New Years Eve ZooSnooze

For available dates, more information or to register, call the Education Registrar at (503) 220-2781 or e-mail