Animal Encounter

 

This program is designed to give visitors an exclusive opportunity to spread their wings and dive deeper into the fascinating world of raptors and reptiles. This program runs for one to one and a half hours. This program is deisgned for adults. If you have a group of children under 8, please consider our "Feather Get-together" program instead. 

The experience allows an up-close encounter with some of the Wye Marsh’s spectacular animal ambassadors, including a mix of birds of prey, snakes and/or turtles. This experience offers a personalized introduction to the amazing world of animal care. Please keep in mind the animals featured in this program depends on their indivudal needs and preferences. You may get a peek at feeding, health-care, training, socialization and a behind the scenes tour of the facility. With the aid of an animal care staff, participants may also have the opportunity to experience holding or flying a raptor. This provides a great chance for photos to remember the experience by for years to come.

We cannot guarantee the involvement of a specific animal, as many of our ambassadors have pre-existing health conditions, and individual personalities may vary, affecting safe and enjoyable handling for everyone involved. 

Booking Infomation:

Animal Encounters are available to book from May- September. 

The cost for a this experience is as follows: $120 for 1 guest, $180 for 2 guests, $220 for 3-5 guests, $300 for 6-7 guests, or $350 for 8-9 guests. This includes admission to Wye Marsh Wildlife Centre for the day.

... or please contact us at erobinson@wyemarsh.com

For Frequently Asked Questions about Animal Encounter Experiences at Wye Marsh, please click here.

Please note that the Animal Encounter is not intended to be a Birds of Prey photography workshop, it is an educational experience with opporunities for photos.