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Featuring arts & crafts, animal encounters, behind-the-scenes tours, games, and more!  All taught by professional wildlife educators.

Member registration begins Monday, March 3
General registration begins on Monday, March 10

Weekly Sessions
June 30th - August 22nd

PRICING PER WEEK

Pre-K - 3rd Grade
9:00AM-2:00PM

4th - 8th Grade
9:00AM-3:00PM

Member Registration

1st CHILD

$395

$405

2nd CHILD

$370

$380

3rd CHILD

$345

$355

General Registration

1st CHILD

$445

$455

2nd CHILD

$420

$430

3rd CHILD

$395

$405

Sibling discount applies only at initial registration and when registered to attend the same session.
Registration incudes: Zoofari t-shirt, water bottle, photo with an animal,
and lunch bag (Pre-K to 3rd grade) or backpack (4th - 8th grade).

Children are grouped by the grade: Pre-K, K-1, 2-3, 4-5, and 6-8
Grade group is according to the grade completed in June, 2025  NOT the grade they will be entering in September.

Children must be at least 4 years old AND have complete 1 year of of Pre-K.
 
Proof of grade will need to be uploaded during registration. The following are examples of acceptabe proof of grade. Please note that uploaded documents MUST include the child's first name, last name, and grade.
 
  • Report card
  • Student ID
  • Letter from the child's school on official school letterhead
  • Screenshot of child's DOE MyStudent account
  • MAP Growth Report​
     

The following are NOT acceptable as proof of grade:

  • Birth certificate
  • Photo of the child holding "First Day of School" chalkboard
  • Class photo
  • Note Written on plain paper or post-it

Due to the number of inquiries received, we are no longer able to accommodate requests to place children in the same group. No exceptions

NUT

Free

The Staten Island Zoo’s Zoofari Program is now nut-free!  We have many children in the program with allergies, the majority to nut and seed products.  NO FOODS that contain peanuts, almonds, filberts, Brazil nuts, cashews, hazelnuts, macadamia nuts, pecans, pine nuts, pistachios, or walnuts.  This includes:

  • Peanut butter or any other nut butters
  • Nutella
  • Crackers with peanut butter or other nut butter filling
  • Any granola bar, muesli bar, biscuit, trail mix, or other product that lits nuts as an ingredient
  • Cereal with nuts, including Honey Nut Cheerios
  • Candy or cookies containing nuts or peanut butter
  • Anything cooked in peanut oil or other nut oil
  • ​Humus
  • Technina or tahini
  • "Everything" bagels, or bagels with sesame seeds

Please also help us by reading labels to make sure they do not include any of the above ingredients or wording such as “May contain peanuts or tree nuts”, “Processed in a facility that also processes peanuts or tree nuts,” or “Made on equipment that also processes peanuts or tree nuts.”

SESSION 1: JUNE 30 - JULY 3
price for this week will be adjusted for 4 days
SUPER SURVIVORS

Dive into the extreme environments where animals thrive, like deserts, arctic tundras, and deep-sea trenches. Campers will discover the incredible adaptations that allow animals to not just survive but thrive in these harsh and unforgiving habitats. This week will inspire awe for the resilience and ingenuity of wildlife in even the toughest conditions!
session 1

SESSION 2: JULY 7 - JULY 11
MARVELOUS MIGRATIONS

Explore the incredible migrations of animals, from monarch butterflies to humpback whales. Discover how these travelers navigate vast distances, overcome incredible challenges, and depend on their instincts and the environment to survive. We’ll also learn how people help protect migratory species and ensure their journeys continue for generations to come.
session 2

SESSION 3: JULY 14 - JULY 18
TALES OF TRANSFORMATION

Get ready to be amazed by nature’s ultimate shape-shifters! From caterpillars turning into butterflies to frogs growing legs, we’ll dive into the jaw-dropping transformations animals go through. By the end of the week, campers will be amazed at the many ways animals transform to succeed in their environments. Don’t miss this exciting journey through the art of change!
session 3

SESSION 4: JULY 21 - JULY 25
CREATURE COMMUNICATION

Discover the secrets of how animals talk without words! From the songs of birds and the dances of bees to the silent signals of body language, campers will explore the incredible ways animals share information. Through hands-on activities, experiments, and live animal encounters, they’ll learn how animals use sounds, scents, and movements to survive and connect. It’s a week full of fascinating discoveries about the language of the wild!f, get some experience practicing what these animal heroes do, and discover the fascinating behind-the-scenes world of zoo operations.
session 4

SESSION 5: JULY 28 - AUGUST 1
ANIMAL MYTHBUSTERS

Have you ever wondered if bats are really blind or if snakes can hypnotize their prey? This week, we’ll dive into some of the most common animal myths and reveal the fascinating truths behind them. From clever animal behaviors to surprising facts about how creatures communicate and survive, campers will challenge what they thought they knew. Join us for a journey that will change how you see the animal kingdom forever!ent. Participate in friendly competitions that highlight the agility, strength, and skill of animals!
session 5

SESSION 6: AUGUST 4 - AUGUST 8
CREATURES OF THE NIGHT

Discover the mysterious world of nocturnal animals and their incredible adaptations for life in the dark! From the soft glow of bioluminescence to the keen senses of predators that thrive under the moonlight, we’ll explore how these creatures navigate their nighttime habitats. Get ready to uncover the secrets of the world that comes alive after the sun sets!
session 6

SESSION 7: AUGUST 11 - AUGUST 15
ANIMAL ODDITIES

Get ready for a week of celebrating the strangest animals on the planet and their bizarre behaviors! From unusual body shapes to jaw-dropping survival strategies, we’ll dive into the world of nature’s most unique creatures. By the end of the week, campers will have a new appreciation for how “weird” can also mean wonderful!
session 7

SESSION 8: AUGUST 18 - AUGUST 22
FROM APES TO US

Dive into the fascinating world of human evolution and biology, exploring how we’re all connected to the animal kingdom. From our closest primate cousins to our most distant fish ancestors, campers will discover the shared survival strategies and adaptations between humans and animals. By the end of the week, they’ll have a better sense of what makes humans truly one-of-a-kind in the animal world.
session 8
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