{"id":216717,"date":"2023-09-18T13:29:59","date_gmt":"2023-09-18T19:29:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cincinnatizoo.wpengine.com\/?page_id=216717"},"modified":"2026-02-25T15:42:57","modified_gmt":"2026-02-25T21:42:57","slug":"travel-with-the-zoo","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/cincinnatizoo.org\/travel-with-the-zoo\/","title":{"rendered":"Travel With the Zoo"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wpb-content-wrapper\"><p>[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h4><strong>Unleash your inner explorer!<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p><strong>Immersive Wildlife Expeditions for Nature Enthusiasts<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Since 1964, the Cincinnati Zoo &amp; Botanical Garden has been proud to offer unforgettable travel experiences for those passionate about wildlife, conservation, and global ecosystems. Our curated expeditions connect travelers with some of the planet\u2019s most extraordinary environments\u2014led by Zoo staff who are knowledgeable, friendly, and well-travelled.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cOur trips are designed to foster connections with nature, with local communities, and each other,\u201d said Christina Anderson, Manager of the International Travel Program.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h4><strong>Why travel with us?<\/strong><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>Small group experiences<\/li>\n<li>Bond with fellow travelers who share your passion for wildlife and nature<\/li>\n<li>Behind-the-scenes access<\/li>\n<li>Educational insights from wildlife experts<\/li>\n<li>Engage with local cultures &amp; conservation programs<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Contact: <a href=\"mailto:Christina.a@cincinnatizoo.org\">Christina.a@cincinnatizoo.org<\/a><\/p>\n<p><em>Availability is first-come-first served, so be sure to register and make your deposit today!<\/em>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_column_text]Fun on the 2025 trips to Tanzania, Peru, Mexico, Galapagos, Kenya and beyond![\/vc_column_text]<section class=\"image-carousel carousel-slider swipe aos col-span-12\">\n        <ul class=\"image-carousel__slides carousel-slides\" data-si=\"0\" data-pointer data-pointer-state=\"swipe\"><li class=\"image-carousel__slides-item carousel-slide\">\n        <figure class=\"image-carousel__slides-item__image lazyload\" style=\"background-image:inherit;\" data-bg-image=\"url(&#039;https:\/\/cincinnatizoo.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/tanzania-scaled.jpg&#039;)\">\n          <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"screen-reader-text lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/cincinnatizoo.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/tanzania-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"group photo in front of serengeti national park sign\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 2560px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 2560\/1920;\" \/>\n        <\/figure><div class=\"image-caption\">Tanzania 2025<\/div><\/li><li class=\"image-carousel__slides-item carousel-slide\">\n        <figure class=\"image-carousel__slides-item__image lazyload\" style=\"background-image:inherit;\" data-bg-image=\"url(&#039;https:\/\/cincinnatizoo.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/tanzania-scaled.jpg&#039;)\">\n          <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"screen-reader-text lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/cincinnatizoo.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/tanzania-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"zoo group trip to tanzania\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 2560px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 2560\/1920;\" \/>\n        <\/figure><\/li><li class=\"image-carousel__slides-item carousel-slide\">\n        <figure class=\"image-carousel__slides-item__image lazyload\" style=\"background-image:inherit;\" data-bg-image=\"url(&#039;https:\/\/cincinnatizoo.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/1.jpg&#039;)\">\n          <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"screen-reader-text lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/cincinnatizoo.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/1.jpg\" alt=\"travel with the zoo group photo\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 2016px; 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el_id=&#8221;hide&#8221;][vc_row][vc_column width=&#8221;2\/3&#8243;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h3>Brazil<\/h3>\n<p><strong>Brazil Conservation and Wildlife Expedition<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>September 5 &#8211; 18, 2026<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><em>Escorted by Mollie O&#8217;Neil<\/em><\/p>\n<p>A brand-new adventure to Brazil open for the first time! Book now to be one of the first to experience this exclusive adventure led by Mollie O&#8217;Neil, Director of Community Partnerships in Conservation at the Cincinnati Zoo &amp; Botanical Garden. Limited space available. Reserve today<\/p>\n<p><a title=\"More Info\" href=\"https:\/\/wetu.com\/Itinerary\/Landing\/0c6b0bf3-104b-421a-b876-b8b34f07ac37\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Trip Details<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a title=\"Registration\" href=\"https:\/\/wetu.com\/Itinerary\/Landing\/0c6b0bf3-104b-421a-b876-b8b34f07ac37\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Registration\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a title=\"Mollie O'Neil Bio\" href=\"https:\/\/cincinnatizoo.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Mollie-bio.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Mollie O&#8217;Neil Bio<\/a>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243;]<div data-aos=\"fade-up\" class=\"image-block themed\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/cincinnatizoo.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/brazil.png\" alt=\"\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" class=\"lazyload\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 2018px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 2018\/924;\" \/><\/div><!-- .img-block -->[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][\/vc_section][vc_section][vc_row][vc_column width=&#8221;2\/3&#8243;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Patagonia &#8211; Sold Out!<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Patagonia: Peaks, Penguins &amp; Pumas\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>February 18 &#8211; February 28, 2027<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><em>Escorted by Mark Fisher<\/em><\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Back by popular demand, join Mark Fisher on this extraordinary journey that takes you deep into one of the most magnificent and remote regions of the world..<\/p>\n<p><a title=\"More Info\" href=\"https:\/\/wetu.com\/Itinerary\/Landing\/cc4ce54b-d33b-4a8b-8057-61cba5229c12\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Trip Details<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a title=\"Registration\" href=\"https:\/\/conservancytravel.org\/myaccount\/?%2Freserve%2Ft69-patagonia-peaks-penguin%2F69%2Fbook\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Registration<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a title=\"Itinerary\" href=\"https:\/\/cincinnatizoo.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Patagonia_-Peaks-Penguins-Pumas-Printed-Itinerary.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Itinerary<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a title=\"Mark Fisher Bio\" href=\"https:\/\/cincinnatizoo.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Mark_Fisher_Bio.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Mark Fisher Bio<\/a>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243;]<section class=\"image-carousel carousel-slider swipe aos col-span-12\">\n        <ul class=\"image-carousel__slides carousel-slides\" data-si=\"0\" data-pointer data-pointer-state=\"swipe\"><li class=\"image-carousel__slides-item carousel-slide\">\n        <figure class=\"image-carousel__slides-item__image lazyload\" style=\"background-image:inherit;\" data-bg-image=\"url(&#039;https:\/\/cincinnatizoo.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/patagonia-2.jpg&#039;)\">\n          <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"screen-reader-text lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/cincinnatizoo.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/patagonia-2.jpg\" alt=\"\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 999px; 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Cultural Journey<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Sunday, March 14 &#8211; Sunday, March 21, 2027<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><em>Escorted by David Orban<\/em><\/p>\n<p>Immerse yourself in the vibrant nature and birdlife in La Guira National Park, Soroa, Zapata Nature Reserve, Playa Larga, and Havana. 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