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Students never forget these unique overnight programs. NightCrawlers feature themed activities, behind-the-scenes experiences and up-close encounters with animals. Sleep in climate-controlled facilities, enjoy a continental breakfast and take a guided tour of Zoo Atlanta.

Dates: Tuesday-Saturday, year-round
Times/duration: 6 pm-10:30 am the next day
Reservations/payment: must be made 6 weeks in advance;
Fee: $55 per participant; 1 chaperone per 10 students Free, additional chaperones $55

  • Minimum group size for NightCrawler programs is 10.
  • NightCrawler participants must be at least 6 years old.
  • Membership discounts do not apply to group NightCrawler programs;
    learn more about NightCrawlers for families.
  • All programs come with grade-specific activities to use at the Zoo and before and after your visit.
 

PROGRAM NAME

GRADE RANGE

DESCRIPTION

Animals in Motion

1st-2nd grade

Which animals fly? Who starts out as a tadpole? What are the basic needs of all animals? Set "animals in motion" through fun games and activities.

Panda Pals

1st-2nd grade

Through the use of biofacts and arts & crafts you and your students will learn all about one of Atlanta's newest and coolest residents - Mei Lan the panda cub! 

Panda Connections 3rd - 5th grade

Discover China's national treasure the giant panda! You and your students will learn all about the panda’s unique habitat, adaptations, and favorite foods.

Backyard Georgia

3rd-4th grade

Students venture through the regions of Georgia and learn how to keep our state clean and beautiful.

Zoo Tech

3rd - 5th grade

Rediscover Zoo Atlanta with the help of technology! Students use high-powered microscopes, night vision scopes and other technologies to explore the exciting life all around us.

Global Grasslands

5th-6th grade

Through dramatic play, students experience the interactions between predators and prey in Africa and touch biofacts such as skulls and bones.

Animal Trackers
5th-6th grade Students use technologically advanced research tools, just like real scientists, to learn about habitats and animals.
Biodiversity Explorers
7th-9th grade Uncover why biodiversity is so important with your students by managing a giraffe herd as humans and the environment influence their life.

Careers and Conservation

10th-12th grade

Explore the career opportunities found within the walls of Zoo Atlanta and other environmental institutions while enjoying behind the scenes fun!

Zoo Nights and Dino Days

All Grades Explore two of Atlanta's top attractions in one great field trip - Zoo Atlanta and Fernbank Museum of Natural History!
Register for NightCrawlers OR call 404.624.WILD.
   
   
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