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Mutual of Omaha's Wild Kingdom Pavilion
📍 3701 S 10th St, Omaha, NE 68108🕐 Hours
| Monday | 9 AM–6 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 9 AM–6 PM |
| Wednesday | 9 AM–6 PM |
| Thursday | 9 AM–6 PM |
| Friday | 9 AM–6 PM |
| Saturday | 9 AM–6 PM |
| Sunday | 9 AM–6 PM |
About Mutual of Omaha's Wild Kingdom Pavilion
Mutual of Omaha's Wild Kingdom Pavilion is a zoo in Omaha, NE. The main 33,500-gallon aquarium tank was custom-built by Animal Planet's TANKED, the popular aquarium design television show. Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 38 visitors.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Zoo Pavilion
- Environment
- Indoor, year-round
- Best For
- All ages
- Highlights
- Snakes, tarantulas, small mammals, hands-on discoveries
- Experience
- Interactive exhibits with up-close animal viewing
💡 Did You Know?
- The main 33,500-gallon aquarium tank was custom-built by Animal Planet's TANKED, the popular aquarium design television show
- The tank features a 5-foot green moray eel (named 'Franky' according to reviews) along with 10 other species including tarpon, nurse sharks, and cow-nose rays
- Visitors can participate in a 10-minute snorkeling immersion experience directly inside the main exhibition tank with live fish, available Tuesday-Sunday at 10:30am and 2:30pm
- The attraction offers behind-the-scenes educational tours covering tank maintenance, operation, and animal conservation in addition to the snorkeling experience
💬 What Visitors Say
- Be prepared for cold water temperatures during the snorkel experience - bring a wetsuit or thermal protection if you're sensitive to cold, as reviewers noted the tank water can be 'freezing' and take your breath away
- Pre-register in advance and arrive 10 minutes early at the RumFish Grill reception desk, as experiences are limited to 4 participants per program and spots fill up quickly
- Be aware the actual snorkel time in the tank is only 10 minutes, so manage expectations accordingly - the guide may spend additional time on tank mechanics and educational content beforehand
- Secure your camera with a strap or float attachment before entering the tank - this is required due to the presence of large animals like the 5-foot green moray eel and stingrays
- Children ages 8-12 must have an adult companion, and kids should be genuinely interested in marine life and comfortable in water with prior snorkel experience - this isn't suitable for hesitant or very young swimmers
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