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Public Arctic Passage Behind the Scenes Tour - 10/18/25 Registration
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Public Arctic Passage Behind the Scenes Tour - 10/18/25
Date/Time
Registration Begins
2/25/2025
Last Day To Register
10/15/2025 5:00 PM
Age Requirement
Birthdate cannot be after 10/18/2015
Location
702 S. Randall Ave
Madison, WI 53715, US
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Arctic Passage Behind the Scenes Tour

Join us to learn about this history of HVZ where we’ve come from and how we’ve grown. Learn all about the Arctic Passage facility that houses our amazing polar bears, grizzly gals, and stupendous seals and learn all about how we take great care of these incredible animals.  

*This tour includes spaces that will be dark and/or loud, and may include narrow or tight passages. This tour may not be suitable for those with sensory or mobility issues.

We believe in giving our animals choices, and cannot guarantee animals will present themselves. You will not receive a refund if an animal chooses to be in a space where they are not visible.

Tours meet at the guest services building, near the main entrance of the Zoo at Drake St and Randall Ave. 

  • This tour is public.
  • Max of 7 people per tour.
  • This tour is for ages 10 and up. 

Please be on time for your tour. If you are more than 5 minutes late, we cannot guarantee you will be able to participate in the tour. End times are approximate and may shift due to the unpredictable nature of animals and animal choice.

Close toed shoes are required for tours. 

Cost
$25.00 per Adult
$25.00 per Child
Cancellation Policy
If a tour needs to be cancelled by the zoo due to severe weather or unforeseen circumstances we will reschedule your tour or give you refund. If, on the other hand, you choose to cancel we can reschedule your tour if given more than one week notice. Cancellations less than one week prior to the tour, or if participants do not show up for the tour, will not receive a refund. All cancellations must be made via email to education@henryvilaszoo.gov. If you are cancelling the day of please email as well as call 608-444-1861

702 S. Randall Avenue
Madison, WI 53715

608.266.4732
zoo@henryvilaszoo.gov

Education Contact:
education@henryvilaszoo.gov

Volunteer Contact:
volunteer@henryvilaszoo.gov