Zoos

Idaho Reptile Zoo

Name: Idaho Reptile Zoo
Address: 3725 W Chinden Blvd, Garden City, ID 83714, Garden City, ID, US
Telephone: (208) 376-3207
Rating: 4.9

★★★★☆ 4.9 (67 reviews)

📍 3725 W Chinden Blvd, Garden City, ID 83714

📞 (208) 376-3207

🌐 www.idahoreptilezoo.org

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🕐 Hours

Monday	Closed
Tuesday	Closed
Wednesday	Closed
Thursday	Closed
Friday	10 AM–6 PM
Saturday	10 AM–6 PM
Sunday	10 AM–6 PM

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About Idaho Reptile Zoo

Idaho Reptile Zoo is a zoo in Garden City, ID. Idaho Reptile Zoo houses over 400 reptiles and animals in a 10,000 sq ft facility and operates as a rescue and rehabilitation center. Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars by 67 visitors.

Quick Facts

Type: Zoo
Best For: All ages
Animals: Over 400 reptiles and animals
Admission: $12 adults, $8 kids (3 and under free)
Focus: Education through animal interaction

💡 Did You Know?

⭐Idaho Reptile Zoo houses over 400 reptiles and animals in a 10,000 sq ft facility and operates as a rescue and rehabilitation center
⭐Admission includes interactive feeding experiences, with lettuce provided to feed tortoises included in the base price, and mealworms with tweezers available for a small additional fee to feed water turtles
⭐The zoo offers hands-on interaction experiences including feeding turtles and tortoises, holding snakes, hugging iguanas, and observing crocodilians, all accessible at an admission price of $12 for adults
⭐Birthday party packages include a dedicated show with staff engagement to ensure all children participate, with high satisfaction rates indicated by repeat customers

💬 What Visitors Say

💬The admission price of $12 per person includes a leaf of lettuce to feed the tortoises. For a couple extra dollars, you can add mealworms and tweezers to feed the water turtles—a great value for interactive experiences.
💡Plan to feed the tortoises and turtles as a highlight of your visit. This hands-on experience is included with admission and is consistently praised by visitors as a memorable interactive activity.
💬The zoo offers interactive animal encounters beyond viewing—you can hand-feed reptiles, hold snakes, and hug iguanas. Allow at least 1-2 hours to fully enjoy these hands-on experiences with different species.
💡Birthday parties at Idaho Reptile Zoo are highly personalized with staff conducting engaging shows and checking on guests throughout the event. Consider booking a party here for a memorable, reasonably-priced celebration.
💡Educational field trips are available—contact the zoo in advance to arrange a group visit where staff can provide educational context about the reptiles, their habitats, and conservation.