Zoo campers taking a group photo
A Wild Twist on School Break Camp

Zoo Camp

Zoo Camp children at the shark touch pool
Zoo Camp Is a Must-Zoo Experience!

From learning about wild animals to careers in conservation, campers at the Indianapolis Zoo have a blast exploring and learning while making new friends!

Zoo Camps are offered during school breaks during the year. Camps include outdoor exploration of the Zoo and special behind-the-scenes tours to meet animal ambassadors and members of the Zoo’s animal care team. Zoo Camps also foster curiosity and STEM-based skills such as investigation, collaboration, problem solving, communication and more through fun hands-on activities. 

Zoo Camp registration for Spring and Summer 2025 opens soon!
  • Members: Monday, Feb. 3
  • Nonmembers: Monday, Feb 10
Giraffe family at the Indianapolis Zoo

Spring Break Camp!

Camp Wild – Age 6-9

What:

The Zoo is home to a WILD mix of animals! Come learn about the skills and teamwork it takes to care for all of them. Through games, activities, Zoo walks and behind-the-scenes tours, campers will explore just how fun science can be when it comes to protecting wildlife and wild places.

When:
  • March 24-28 or March 31-April 4
  • 9am-4pm
Cost:
  • $306 – Members
  • $340 – Nonmembers
Staff Measuring Hellbender

NEW Spring Break Zoo Career Quests!

What:

Our NEW single-day Zoo Career Quests offer young people ages 10-12 the opportunity to explore careers associated with zoos and aquariums. Each program is centered around a specific career and will take participants on a journey to observe and experience what it’s like to have a career at a zoo.

When:
  • March 24-April 4
    • See the expandable menu below for specific program dates and Zoo Career themes.
    • 9am-4pm
Cost (per day):
  • $98 – Members
  • $109 – Nonmembers
Flamingo and Zoo Campers

Summer Camp 2025

Registration opens on Feb. 3 for Zoo Members and Feb. 10 for Nonmembers

Meerkat walking

Get on the Wild Side of Summer Camp!

We will be holding 8 weeks of Summer Camp for ages 6-13 from June 2 to July 25!
Camp runs 9:00am-3:00pm

Cost:

  • 5-day camps:
    • $306 – Members
    • $340 – Nonmembers
  • 3-day camps:
    • $203 – Members
    • $226 – Nonmembers
  • Before and After Care:
    • 5-Day camps – $75
    • 3-Day camps – $45

Buy a Gift Certificate for a Week of Zoo Camp!

The recipient of your gift certificate will be able to choose the week of camp that aligns with there interests and works with their schedule.

Purchase a Gift Certificate!
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Zoo Camp Accreditation

Our Zoo Camp program is proudly accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA). ACA accreditation means that the Indianapolis Zoo submitted to a thorough review of its operation (of up to 300 standards, from staff qualifications and training to emergency management). ACA collaborates with experts from the American Academy of Pediatrics, the American Red Cross and other youth-serving agencies to ensure that the current practices at the camp reflect the most up-to-date, research-based standards in camp operation. The Indianapolis Zoo and ACA form a partnership that promotes camp programs of growth and fun in an environment committed to safety.