The regular park season may be over, but the wild adventures don’t have to end!
Boulder Ridge Wild Animal Park is excited to bring back our popular Fully Private VIP Off-Season Animal Encounters, giving animal lovers an incredible opportunity to enjoy a more personal wildlife experience.
Whether you’re planning a special outing with family, spending quality time with friends, or looking for a unique gift, our private animal encounters offer a memorable way to connect with some truly amazing animals.
Your Own Private VIP Animal Experience
You asked, and we listened! By popular demand, our Off-Season Animal Encounters are private once again.
Whether you book for two people or six, your encounter is reserved exclusively for your group.
That means a more personal experience where you can focus on enjoying the animals and creating unforgettable memories with the people you bring along.
Meet Incredible Animals Up Close
Our Off-Season Animal Encounters feature a variety of fascinating animals, including penguins, rhinos, giraffes, and pygmy hippos.
Each scheduled experience includes two featured animals, and this year, we’re making the adventure even more exciting!
You get to choose a third animal to add to your encounter!
Choose from these incredible animals:
- White Rhino
- Indian Rhino
- Giant Anteater
- Giraffe
- Aardwolf
- Tapir
- Three-Banded Armadillo
- Southern Ground Hornbill
- Capybara
It’s your opportunity to customize your visit and make your experience even more special!
Find the Perfect Encounter for You
Our published 2026 encounter schedule includes the following options:
| Time | Featured Animals |
|---|---|
| 10:00 AM | Penguin & Indian Rhino |
| 11:15 AM | White Rhino & Pygmy Hippo |
| 1:00 PM | Giraffe & White Rhino |
| 2:15 PM | Giraffe & Indian Rhino |
| 3:30 PM | Penguin & Pygmy Hippo |
Simply choose the scheduled encounter that interests you most, select your third animal, and get ready for an unforgettable experience!
Make Special Memories This Off-Season
Private Animal Encounters are a wonderful option for families, couples, friends, and anyone who loves wildlife.
They also make a unique gift for birthdays, anniversaries, holidays, or other special occasions.
And with the regular park season now closed, these exclusive experiences offer another way to enjoy Boulder Ridge Wild Animal Park during the off-season.
Book Your Private Animal Encounter
Spaces are limited, so don’t miss your chance to experience the wild in a whole new way!
Visit our Off-Season Animal Encounters page for the latest availability, booking details, and information about upcoming experiences.
🐾 Learn More & Book Your Animal Encounter: https://boulderridgewap.com/animalencounters/
We can’t wait to welcome you back to Boulder Ridge Wild Animal Park for another unforgettable wildlife adventure!