Open and Closed Exhibits

Weather, minor maintenance or animal health issues may cause a change from day to day, so if you are coming to see a specific animal, please call 515-974-2501 in advance to verify.

Please note: during times when heat advisories are in effect, some animals and guest experiences may not be available.

The following exhibits are generally open everyday:

Addax
African Aviary
Aldabra Tortoises
Amur Tiger
Australia
Australian Aviary 
Bald Eagles
Blue Cranes
Cassowary
Cinereous Vulture
Discovery Center (final admission 30 minutes before close.)
Duiker
Flamingos
Gibbons
Giraffe
Grey Crowned Cranes
Japanese Macaques
Kids' Kingdom
Kori Bustards
Lemurs
Lions
Nyala
Okapi
Otter
Penguins (indoor viewing available)
Red River Hogs
Rhinos
Seals/Sea Lions
Wallabies
Zebra
Critter Corner
Carousel
Train Ride
Face Painting / Glitter Tattoos - (Closed Tuesday & Wednesday)
Giraffe Feeding 
Parakeet Feeding
GoGo Plaza
Gift Shop

The following exhibits/attractions are closed:
Koi Feeding

Hy-vee's Safari Grill - Due to unanticipated staffing changes, Hy-vee's Safari Grill may not be open during your visit. We are sorry for the inconvenience.