Play With Exotic Animals At It S A Zoo Life In North Carolina

Editor’s Note: This article does not encourage taking your children out in public during a global pandemic. But it’s always nice to plan ahead for when the crisis passes.

Looking for ways to keep the kids occupied? A visit to It’s A Zoo Life is an ideal way to spend part of the day cozying up to some exotic animals and learning about them, too. Check out what makes this private, by-appointment-only zoo a must for kid of all ages – including you.

It’s A Zoo Life has more than 85 animals and is licensed by the USDA. It’s ideal for taking a guided tour for families or even large groups.

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The 90-minute tour allows visitors to go inside the habitat of most of the animals for an up-close experience with a variety of happy, healthy animals.

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On the tour, a knowledgeable guide will provide insight into all of the animals in the zoo while you and the kids get to know them.

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In addition to some cute farm animals, the zoo is also home to some exotic creatures like kangaroos, lemur, zebra, sloth and more.

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Who knows what cute and cuddly animals will be hanging around in the next habitat you visit when you tour It’s A Zoo Life?!

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Unlike many public zoos, like the ever-popular North Carolina Zoo, the only way to visit It’s A Zoo Life is to take a guided tour.

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The cost is $20 for those age six and over, and $10 for kids age five and under.

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Have you visited It’s A Zoo Life in years past? We’d love to hear all about your fun tour so let us know in the comments!

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It’s A Zoo Life is located in Macclesfield, approximately 15 miles southeast of Rocky Mount and 25 miles northwest of Greenville, North Carolina.

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For hours and reservations, visit the official website for It’s A Zoo Life and stay up to date with what’s new by giving them a follow on Facebook!