Karen Tracy

Review of North Carolina Zoological Soci...

Worth the travel to reach this zoo. Well planned a...

Worth the travel to reach this zoo. Well planned and executed animal displays. Large enclosures for the animals with lots of up close viewing opportunities. We were able to view all but a few animals; most up close enough to really observe them. There are a few feeding opportunities (worth the small extra fee) and animal experts at many locations to explain behavior, conservation efforts, answer questions. Lots of walking and some big hills. There are trams, buses and ramps to assist with some of the longer distances, but be prepared to walk. We were pleased to find the food quite good for theme park food, but you can pack a small personal cooler if you like. Entry price is very reasonable for the all day experience...and plan to stay all day to experience it all. We saw most of the animals in 5 1/2 hrs but not everything and we didn't do any of the extras (boat ride, shows, ropes course...which were small extra fees). Parking is free and plentiful at both entry points (North America or Africa) and bus shuttle available between lots. Well planned shady spots to wait for buses and trams.