Scavenger Hunt at National Zoo
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Embark on a thrilling zoo scavenger hunt at the National Zoo in Washington! Explore Pride Rock Portal and Bamboo Boulevard while solving riddles and snapping photos. This family-friendly zoo tour offers an educational walkthrough with interactive maps, making it perfect for kids and wildlife enthusiasts alike.
This scavenger hunt will help you explore Washington. This top rated National Zoo Scavenger Hunt scavenger hunt is 1.67 miles and has 8 stops.
About this hunt
Duration 1.5-2 Hours
Distance 2.69 KM (1.67 Mi)
Go anytime
Over 1000 people completed this hunt
About this hunt
Duration 1.5-2 Hours
Distance 2.69 KM (1.67 Mi)
Go anytime
Embark on a thrilling zoo scavenger hunt at the National Zoo in Washington! Explore Pride Rock Portal and Bamboo Boulevard while solving riddles and snapping photos. This family-friendly zoo tour offers an educational walkthrough with interactive maps, making it perfect for kids and wildlife enthusiasts alike.
This scavenger hunt will help you explore Washington. This top rated National Zoo Scavenger Hunt scavenger hunt is 1.67 miles and has 8 stops.
Stops on this hunt
Bamboo Boulevard
Follow Asia Trail's twists to uncover rare wildlife and hidden gems. Engage in photo challenges while enjoying lively animal antics in this iconic part of DC's zoo tour.
Trunk-Tastic Trails
Discover Elephant Trails where massive elephants roam freely. Capture photos and gather trivia as you experience one of DC's wildest attractions on this engaging zoo tour.
Mini-Mammal Mania
Explore the Elephant Exhibit where majestic giants roam. Discover fascinating facts about their conservation efforts and enjoy a fun-filled experience with photo challenges and local trivia.
Ape Escape Arena
Explore near the Great Ape House where orangutans glide on the O-line. This spot offers wild photo challenges and fun facts, making it a highlight of your zoo tour in the Nation's Capital.
Cold-Blooded Carnival
Step into the Reptile House for an encounter with curious creatures. Enjoy a walking tour filled with hidden gems and educational zoo walkthroughs, perfect for all ages.
Honeycomb Hop Zone
Explore Elephant Trails where majestic giants roam. This family-friendly zoo tour offers a unique experience to learn about these gentle giants' conservation efforts. Capture fun photos and enjoy the walking tour.
Ray-N-Shine Rainforest
Visit the Great Ape House for an engaging zoo tour filled with curious creatures. Learn about primate conservation and enjoy interactive map challenges. Perfect for a family-friendly adventure in The District.
Tweet Retreat
The Reptile Discovery Center is a hidden gem where you can encounter fascinating reptiles. Enjoy lots of fun as you explore exhibits and complete trivia challenges on this unique zoo scavenger hunt.
More details
Activity Type: Anytime Scavenger Hunt
Starting Area: Smithsonian Zoo Education and Administration Building, Washington, DC 20008, USA
Travel Method: Walking
Walking Distance: 1.67 Mi (2.69 KM)
Time:1.5 - 2 Hours
Skill Level:Friend & Family Fun
Extra Admissions: Zoo admission not included
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- Perfect for couples, families, or friends to explore and have fun together.
- Solve challenges, discover landmarks, and create unforgettable memories.
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Promo Applied
- Valid for one scavenger hunt in any of our 3,000+ locations.
- Perfect for couples, families, or friends to explore and have fun together.
- Solve challenges, discover landmarks, and create unforgettable memories.
- Includes printable gift card options.
Promo Applied
- Valid for one year for up to 2 players in each activity. Year starts after the first redemption. Primary ticketholder must always be present (but can bring different people); this ticket cannot be split.
- Unlimited scavenger hunts, bar crawls, audio tours, and ghost tours with ANY theme.
- Use in any of our 3,000+ cities, including options in the U.S., Europe, Australia, and Asia. Many cities have multiple activities.
- Includes printable gift card options.
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How the National Zoo Scavenger Hunt works
Grab your phone and dive into a world of fun with our app-guided zoo scavenger hunt at the National Zoo. Solve engaging puzzles, complete exciting photo challenges, and explore hidden gems around every corner. Earn points as you compete on the city-wide leaderboard for ultimate bragging rights!
Earn The National Zoo Scavenger Hunt High Score
Crave some competition? On the National Zoo Scavenger Hunt, each team member tackles interactive challenges across spots like Trunk-Tastic Trails and Cold-Blooded Carnival. Solve riddles, answer trivia, and snap photos to climb the leaderboard—earn those bragging rights!
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