Field Trips | Hattiesburg Zoo

Field Trips allow teachers to choose from a variety of educational, entertainment and activity experiences, which gives each class the opportunity to learn in the style that best suits their needs.

ZOO EXPERIENCES

Train Ride
The train circles the exterior of the Zoo and gives guests the opportunity to view the different countries of the Zoo. The time the train ride is taken is at the discretion of the participating group.- $3.00 per person
Carousel Ride
The carousel ride features animals that students can find at the Hattiesburg Zoo. The time the carousel ride is taken is at the discretion of the participating group.-$2.00 per person

COMPLIMENTARY ANIMAL ENCOUNTER

The animal encounter experience allows students to get up-close with one of the Zoo’s ambassador animals. This experience is approximately a 15-minute presentation and will take place at a designated time and location upon arrival.

STORY BOOK PROGRAM

The Story Book Program is perfect for younger learners from Pre-K through 2nd Grade. Teachers can choose among a variety of story books when they arrive at the Zoo and read the book to their class while on their field trip. Sample Story Book titles include The Carnival of Animals, Owl Babies, and Why Should I Protect Nature. The Story Book Program is free of charge with a purchased Field Trip Package of 20 or more students.

ADDITIONAL OPPORTUNITIES

Group pricing is available for the following experiences during the day of the Field Trip if a group is interested in adding to their activities. *Must have at least 20 people participating

Mining Expedition Participants use a mining sluice to sift through a bag of mining rough.+ Each mining bag is $5.
High Adventure Ropes Course Allows adventurers to reach new heights and challenge themselves on this, one-of-a-kind ropes course. Available for guests 48” or taller.+ $10 Sky Tykes Adventure Ropes Course Allows those 47” and below to enjoy new heights. +$5
Behind the Scenes Tours will allow students to go into the areas of the zoo that are usually only accessed by animal care team members. +$5

FIELD TRIP RATES

A minimum number of 20 ticket purchases are required to qualify for Field Trip pricing.

Students

Admission Only: $8
Admission + Carousel + Train: $12
Admission + Train + Carousel + Field Trip Lunch + Souvenir Lunch Bag: $20

Adults (Parents or Chaperones)

*Tickets must be purchased at the gate.

*Reminder: The Hattiesburg Zoo is a cashless facility.

Admission Only: $10
Admission + Carousel + Train: $14

The Hattiesburg Zoo accepts the following forms of payment for field trips only: PO’s, credit cards, checks and cash. Payment may be made over the phone or on the day of your Field Trip at the Zoo office. Groups with special needs are asked to contact the Zoo at zoobooking@hattiesburg.org. Annual Passes do not apply

FOOD & BEVERAGES

Lunch orders require a 2 weeks advanced order. Lunch will be served at a designated location inside the Zoo.

Entree Options:

PIZZA MEAL: $8
- Cheese & Pepperoni
2 PC CHICKEN TENDER MEAL: $10
KIDS CHEESE BURGER MEAL: $10
UNCRUSTABLES MEAL: $8

Each entree includes: souvenir bags with chips, fruit gummies, and a drink.

All chips & drinks will be assorted/random or single options.

Outside food and beverage are not allowed at the Hattiesburg Zoo. Pavilions located outside the Zoo are perfect for dining, and are available for rent through the Hattiesburg Zoo

OPTIONAL EDUCATION AND ADVENTURE ADD-ONS:

Behind the Scenes Tour: $5 per guest
Mining Expedition: $5 per guest
High Ropes Adventure: $10 per guest
Additional premium experiences upon request

* Every Hattiesburg Zoo field trip includes a complimentary animal encounter presentation as part of the educational experience. Additional premium encounters and educational enhancements may be available upon request.

School/Facility Phone Number *

Booking Contact Name *

School/Group Name *

Booking Contact Email Address *

Booking Contact Personal Phone Number *

Preferred Method Of Payment *CashCardP.O.Check

Contact who is financially responsible (Finance Department Contact or Book Keeping Agent) *

Phone Number of the financially responsible contact *

Email address of the financially responsible contact

What type of facility is this? *School: (k-12)Higher EducationPre-K or DaycareOther

Street Address *

Apartment, suite, etc

City *

State *

ZIP / Postal Code *

Time Of Arrival *

Hours

Minutes

Jan. - Feb. FRIDAY March - Sept. TUES. - FRI. Oct. - Dec. VARIES

Requested Date Of Visit *

Jan. - Feb. FRIDAY March - Sept. TUES. - FRI. Oct. - Dec. VARIES

Planned Number Of Students *

Age Range *Maximum of 10 words0 / 10

Planned Number Of Teachers *

Will Parents Be Attending? *NoYesParent tickets must be pre-purchased online or at the gate

Would you like to book a pavilion? *NoYes

Multiple Pavilions

Would you like to place a lunch Order *NoYes(must be placed at least 2 weeks in advance)

Choose a lunch optionPIZZA SLICE: $82 PC CHICKEN TENDERS: $10KIDS CHEESE BURGER: $10UNCRUSTABLES: $8

Choose the following activity that your group would like to participate in. *None, I would like admission onlyAdmission + Carousel + TrainAdmission + Carousel + Train + Field Trip Lunch + Souvenir Lunch Bag

Premium Activity Selections *Mining Expedition (+$5 per person)High Ropes Course (+10 per person)Behind the Scenes Tour (+$5 per person)None(Optional/Two week advanced notice required)

Are you interested in checking out a story book to read to your group during the field trip? *YesNo

Please list any specific educational needs or preferences below

Field trips must pay for the student/participant admission tickets (minimum 20) on the same transaction. Parents and siblings (if applicable) are able to purchase their tickets through the ticket booth. The zoo entrance gates open at 10:00am. Field trip leaders should meet at the front office in order to complete the check-in process. During the field trip check-in, students should wait outside of the main zoo courtyard. A zoo employee will escort the field trip in after the check-in is complete.