Inside Tracks Tour Program

Register Get the Inside Tracks on a behind the scenes experience at Cleveland Metroparks Zoo. Join zoo staff for a unique 90-minute program that includes fun-filled facts about animal care, behavior and conservation. Inside Tracks offers the opportunity to explore four separate areas to see how the zoo takes care of the animals. Some featured experiences may include training sessions and get close opportunities with animals, and a look at animal holding areas. Various areas will rotate with animal availability and weather. This is a fun and educational experience you don’t want to miss.

Details

If you are planning to add Inside Tracks to your zoo visit, please be sure to wear closed toe shoes.

Dates/Times

Tours are available year-round on most Tuesdays through Sundays with some exceptions for holidays and special events.  Click the green "Register" button in the upper right-hand corner of this page to see an exact list of available dates

We offer one tour time slot per day that currently occurs from 9:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. The minimum group size for this tour is two (2) people.  If you are an individual wishing to participate in this program, please contact the Registration Office at 216-635-3391 to join another tour near your desired date.  You must register a minimum of seven days in advance either online or by phone.

CURRENT TOUR AREAS WILL BE*:

  1. Koala back area tour
  2. Aldabra tortoises
  3. Indian crested porcupine  
  4. Wallaby interaction
*Although it does not happen often, some scheduled locations may be substituted by zoo staff with little notice as animal health and area concerns dictate. 

Cost

Members: $60 per person
Non-Members: $75 per person

FAQ

  • Minimum age is 5 years old to participate. All minors must have a chaperone.
  • Mimimum group size is two (2) people. If you are an individual wishing to participate in the program, please contact the Registration Office at 216-635-3391 to join another tour near your desired date. 
  • Programs must be booked online or by phone 216-635-3391 at least seven days prior to the day of your visit to reserve spaces. 
  • Late fall and early spring tour availability is five (5) guests per day in a heated van to travel between areas. The capacity for the summer and early fall tours will increase to seven (7) guests.
  • Closed toed shoes are required due to the nature of the experience. 
  • Please bring a completed, signed copy of the Inside Tracks Waiver form for each member of your group. Not having your completed waiver forms with you may delay the start of your tour.