Hippo Encounter

Help feed Adventure Aquarium's Nile hippos and check out where our dynamic duo goes when they aren’t on exhibit.

Age Limit: 8+

Capacity: 6 participants

When: Daily, 15 minutes before closing

Duration: 30 minutes

Add-On Cost: $74.99 per person plus tax (10% off for Gold & Platinum members)

 

*All encounters and tours are non-refundable. Please check age restrictions to confirm all guests are eligible to participate. Encounters and tours can be rescheduled by calling 844-474-FISH (3474) at least 24 hours before the scheduled time. If Adventure Aquarium needs to reschedule for any reason, refunds will be provided. Please check in at least 15 minutes before your scheduled encounter/tour. Guests arriving after the start of the encounter will not be able to participate, and the encounter will not be refunded or rescheduled.


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General Admission Add-On
 

General Admission Add-On

$74.99
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Member Discount

Gold and Platinum members receive 10% off this Hippo Encounter. Be sure to log-in to your account to receive your Adventure Aquarium Members' Discount!

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What to Expect:

  • Learn about our amazing Nile Hippos, their care, and conservation
  • Opportunity to feed and pose for photos with our two Nile Hippos
  • Free parking for one (1) car
  • One (1) hippo painting per group
  • Our professional photography team will be at your encounter to capture your memories
    • Add a photo package when booking your encounters to save or purchase on the day of your encounter
  • All our experiences are opt-in for our animals; we cannot guarantee that they will choose to participate

 

For Your Safety:

  • Closed toes shoes must be worn
  • Individuals participating in the Hippo Encounter must possess the physical ability to navigate stairs and slopes within the entry and exit points
  • Allergy Alert: If you have a hay allergy, you may not want to participate in this encounter since hay is the primary food for our Hippos
  • This Encounter is not available to children under the age of 8. Proof of age is required; Children ages 8-17 must be accompanied by a paid participating adult. Under no circumstance will a child under 8 be permitted in the hippo encounter
  • Except for animals in our touch exhibits, touching animals is prohibited by New Jersey State Law
  • Guests must follow all biologists’ directions, or you will be asked to exit the encounter for the safety of other guests and the animals.
  • Cell phones are NOT permitted during encounters for the safety and well-being of our animals. Please keep your cell phones in your pocket or bag.

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