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Macaw Photo Encounters

Posted on July 23, 2026

Meet Chuva & Cesar

Discover the fascinating world of our Macaws, Chuva and Cesar. Learn about their unique behaviours, adaptations, and personalities while visiting their outdoor space, or enhance your visit with a Macaw Photo Encounter.

General Viewing

Included with General Admission
Daily 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM 1:30 PM – 3:30 PM

Visit Chuva and Cesar in their outdoor space and chat with our team while observing the Macaws from outside the meeting space.

Macaw Photo Encounter

Paid Experience
Daily 1:30 PM – 3:30 PM Weekend Additional Time 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Step inside their outdoor space for a guided photo experience with the Macaws and receive a digital keepsake photo.

*All experiences are subject to change based on weather, animal welfare, and the participation of the Macaws.

Macaw Photo Encounter

Chuva and Cesar, the Macaws at the Macaw Photo Encounter

Purchase Your Encounter

Purchase your Macaw Photo Encounter at the meeting space, located between the Capybara and Pig habitats.

Available Daily: 1:30 PM - 3:30 PM*

Weekends Additional Time: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM*

Price

$15.99**
+ tax
**Member discounts apply

What's Included

  • Up to 5 minutes with the Macaws inside the meeting space
  • One 4x6 digital photo emailed to you

Before Your Visit: Personal photo devices are not permitted inside the meeting space. Visiting the meeting space is free, and guests are welcome to ask questions and take photos or videos from outside the meeting space in accordance with our Photography/Filming Policies.

*All experiences are subject to change based on animal welfare, participation, and weather. No physical contact is permitted.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I see the Macaws without purchasing the Macaw Photo Encounter?

Yes! Visiting the area outside the meeting space is free, and guests are welcome to view the Macaws, ask questions, and take photos or videos from outside the meeting space in accordance with our Photography/Filming Policies.

The Macaw Photo Encounter is a paid experience that allows guests to enter the meeting space for up to 5 minutes with the Macaws and receive a digital 4x6 photo. Personal photo devices are not permitted inside the meeting space, and no physical contact with the Macaws is permitted.

How long does the Macaw Photo Encounter last?

The experience includes up to 5 minutes inside the meeting space with the Macaws.

Can I take my own photos inside the meeting space?

No. Personal photo devices are not permitted inside the meeting space. The experience includes one 4x6 digital photo, which will be emailed to you.

Can I touch the Macaws?

No. Physical contact with the Macaws is not permitted.

Is the Macaw Photo Encounter always available?

All experiences are subject to change based on animal welfare, participation, and weather.

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