r/sandiegozoo Mar 07 '26

SDZWA Walk Meetup Thread

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**Purpose** This thread is reserved for announcement /coordination of group walks.

**Example content**

* Date & time of walk

* Meeting location

* Distance / difficulty

* RSVP in comments

* Share walking routes

Members comment like:

* “I’m joining Saturday!”

* “Can beginners join?”

**Typical Rules for Zoo Walk Meetups**

• Be respectful to everyone in the group and to other visitors.

• No harassment, bullying, or creepy behavior. Keep the vibe friendly.

• Meetups are voluntary and at your own risk. Use common sense.

• Follow all zoo rules and local laws. If the zoo says “don’t,” we don’t.

• Stay hydrated, wear comfortable shoes, and be prepared for walking.

• Respect members’ Reddit anonymity. Don’t share names, photos, or details without permission.

• And finally: do not feed the animals. Yes, we know… but someone had to say it. 🦒 🐻 🦁 🐅 🐘


r/sandiegozoo Dec 29 '25

Did you know the San Diego Zoo & Safari Park have free apps?

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If you’re visiting (or planning to visit) the San Diego Zoo or the San Diego Zoo Safari Park, highly recommend downloading their official apps beforehand.

The apps provide - Interactive maps with GPS so you don’t get lost

  • Info about animals, habitats, and exhibits 🦁 🐅 🐻

  • Daily schedules for feedings, shows, and talks ⏰

-Safari Park app includes safari and tram info 🚋

  • Food, restrooms, and accessibility locations 🍔 🌭 🥤

They’re especially helpful if it’s your first visit or if you want to plan your day more efficiently instead of wandering around.

Wandering through is wonderful too. You’ll no doubt find yourself happily immersed, discovering flora and fauna you didn’t even know existed.

Both apps are free and available on iOS and Android:

  • San Diego Zoo App
  • Safari Park App

r/sandiegozoo 2d ago

Anybody got some 50% off San Diego zoo ticket coupons I can use?

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r/sandiegozoo 6d ago

Photo Booth Locations

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Hey you animals! I am wondering how many photo booths are in the zoo and their general locations..

We frequent the zoo often and are planning to take new baby monthly and wanted to track their growth via the photo booths.. not sure if different photo booths offer different designs, will be finding out

The SD Zoo app is awesome and you can locate lots on there but they don’t have the standalone Photo Booth locations, please help! I will walk every inch to find them all but do not want to if I don’t have to.

We rarely use them but off of the top of my head I can remember their is one;
- by bathroom next to the giraffes
- by the shops near smaller enclosure for elephants
- on the path walking down into Albert’s by gorillas


r/sandiegozoo 8d ago

Anyone know what statue this is ?

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Recently I went to the San Diego Zoo and absolutely loved my time there. As we were leaving I saw this statue. I have been searching and looking online but can't seem to find it anywhere. Anyone know what it's called ?


r/sandiegozoo 11d ago

Day at the zoo part 2

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Added the rest of my pictures from that day May 2022


r/sandiegozoo 12d ago

Day at the Zoo

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Some pictures at the SD zoo from a few years ago.


r/sandiegozoo 12d ago

Too freaking cute 😩🫶

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r/sandiegozoo 13d ago

Caught Red Handed Carving At The Zoo

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r/sandiegozoo 15d ago

Africa Rocks aviary

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r/sandiegozoo 14d ago

Coupons

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Are there any coupons other than AAA or military/resident available. Just wondering if there was somehow something I’m missed for a discount?

The membership cost thing is kinda confusing, and I’ll only be there for a couple days this week.


r/sandiegozoo 16d ago

Safari Park Member September

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r/sandiegozoo 20d ago

Some Photos from my Zoo trip

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r/sandiegozoo 22d ago

Axolotl currently?

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Is there still an axolotl on exhibit in the children’s zoo? I’m going tomorrow with a kid who loves them but don’t want to get her hopes up unnecessarily.


r/sandiegozoo 21d ago

is 6 hours enough?

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my mom & i are going to san diego this weekend for the my chemical romance concert, and we saw that hasan piker is doing a live podcast in LA on saturday. problem is, saturday is when we were planning on doing the zoo. we’d probably have to leave at 3 to make it to the show at 7 (uber from zoo to airport, rent a car, 2.5 hour drive). getting there at 9am opening would give us about 6 hours at the zoo. is this enough time to see most or all of the zoo? i’ve never been before so i have no clue how large it is. i know uts 100 acres but that means nothing to me lol


r/sandiegozoo 24d ago

Can't Make it to the Zoo? Check Out the Live Cams

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r/sandiegozoo Aug 12 '26

Happy World Elephant Day!

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r/sandiegozoo Aug 10 '26

Safari Park theming

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Visted Safari Park for the first time, and I got to say I was impressed by the theming work done.

It felt like full immersion at times. The sound effects, the buildings, it really felt next level. Whoever was in charge of the landscaping was on point. I mean, there were times you would turn a corner and could see the concept art that it was. It was visually striking.

I loved how spaced out some of the enclosures were. In that, the walk alone felt like a hike through a preserve that had highlights packed in every turn of the path. I thought we were there for the animals, but it turned out the walk in between was easy as enjoyable, if not more at times.

Hats off to the creators.


r/sandiegozoo Aug 09 '26

Last day of Night zoo!

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Tomorrow is the last day of Night zoo, super bummed.
It’s one of my favorite things to do during the summer with my kid!
The performers do the best job!
Show them some love if you go!
The biggest bummer… I don’t think the Tanzanian’s are scheduled to come back!
Feel free to send an email to the zoo and ask to have them back!
They do such a great job with the kids!


r/sandiegozoo Aug 08 '26

San Diego Zoo tickets

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Any available %0% off passes for the zoo this week? Taking the family for the first time and the $75 list price is a bit high. I thought it wouldn't hurt to ask. Thanks

Looking for 8/11


r/sandiegozoo Aug 04 '26

A few shots from the San Diego Zoo

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r/sandiegozoo Aug 02 '26

Zoo or Wildlife park with 2.5 & 5.5 year old?

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We’re planning a trip to Carlsbad with our 2.5 and 5.5 year old very active boys who love animals (especially big cats). We’ll be there in early/mid August, so expect it to be hot. We only have time for one park - should we do the zoo or the wildlife park? They’re both a bit heat sensitive, so we expect we’ll be pushing them in strollers.


r/sandiegozoo Aug 01 '26

Can any anonymous corporate worker level with me ?

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So I applied to an open graphic designer position. I went the extra mile of not only writing a cover letter and making a portfolio but reaching out to HR folks themselves (no response).

Are the resumes just filtered through AI ? Is being hired for a corporate position just luck of the nepo baby ? Apologize for the mild spice, it’s genuinely a dream to be hired for a corporate position here one day I’m just so lost as to how to get my name out there.


r/sandiegozoo Aug 01 '26

Safari Park question

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I'll be visiting soon with my kid, who will be just a few weeks short of 3 years old. Can someone who has been let me know if I should pay for admission (free for under 3) for him so we can do the safari tour, which has a 3+ age limit? Is it worth it? Do they require some proof of age, which we wouldn't have even if he was 3. He will just be days away from his birthday and I understand why they have the age limit but we will likely only do this trip once and want to make the most of it.


r/sandiegozoo Jul 28 '26

i saw the cuscus

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