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The Best Las Vegas Animal Encounters 2023

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The Best Las Vegas Animal Encounters 2023

Want to see lions, flamingos, or creatures found under the sea? Las Vegas gives you that opportunity. Vegas has respected animal rescues, protecting animals from various parts of the world. You can have a little "safari" in Las Vegas and learn about these special animals. [caption id="attachment_36800" align="alignnone" width="1920"]

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Lion Habitat Ranch

Address: 382 Bruner Ave
Hours: Monday to Sunday (10 am to 2 pm), but closed on Tuesday and Wednesday
Phone: 702-595-6666
Website: https://lionhabitatranch.org/

Las Vegas welcomes you to the home of the "King of the Jungle." Children aged three and below get free entry. Free entry is also awarded to anyone celebrating their birthday. Apart from the lions, other animals are on the ranch, like giraffes and parrots. Visitors can "adopt" any of the animals, especially the lions, and help the Lion Habitat Ranch care for them.

SeaQuest

Located in: Boulevard Mall
Address: 3528 S Maryland Pkwy
Hours: Every day (11 am to 7 pm)
Phone: 702-906-1901
Website: https://visitseaquest.com/vegas/

Explore the story of Ariel, "The Little Mermaid," by taking an adventure on land and sea. SeaQuest Las Vegas features land and aquatic animals from four continents. The general admission tickets cost $ 13.99. Visitors have multiple options when visiting the SeaQuest Las Vegas, they can engage in the following activities:

Ultimate Adventure Bundle
Asian Otter Interaction
Coatimundi Interaction
Crested Porcupine Interaction
Opossum Encounter
Fishy Kisses
Wallaby Encounter
Snorkel with Stingrays
Amazing Mammals Safari
Feathered Friends Safari
How to be a Zookeeper Safari
Reptiles of Extraordinary Sizes Safari
Under the Sea Safari
Choose Your Own Adventure Safari
Ultimate Safari Bundle

Besides the various animal experiences, SeaQuest Las Vegas provides visitors with classes on becoming a zoo keeper. They can also engage in multiple activities like helping the staff prepare meals or feeding the animals. [caption id="attachment_36802" align="alignnone" width="1920"]

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Camel Safari Las Vegas

Address: 2725 River Cliff Rd, Bunkerville, NV 89007, United States
Hours: Every day (8 am to 4 pm)
Phone: 800-836-4036
Website: https://camelsafari.com/

Camel Safari brings the desert experience to the Las Vegas area by offering multi-hour camel safaris. Visitors can ride on a camel or ATVs, which provide a view of more than 40 camels. Exploring the 176-acre zoo during the evening is lovely, especially with the stunning Mojave Desert sunset as the visitors interact with the zoo keepers over campfires and roasting marshmallows. Apart from the camels, you can find other animals like the sloth. Tickets start from $28.44. You will need to rent a car- Camel Safari is a 90-minute drive from the Strip.

Shark Reef Aquarium at Mandalay Bay

Located in: Mandalay Bay Beach
Address: 3950 S Las Vegas Blvd
Hours: Every day (10 am to 8 pm)
Phone: 702-632-4555
Website: https://mandalaybay.mgmresorts.com/en/entertainment/shark-reef-aquarium.html

The Shark Reef Aquarium at Mandalay Bay is a modern Atlantis in Sin City, without mermaids and mermen. The entrance fees start from $29, giving access to one of the best aquariums in the world. Walking through the aquarium, you enjoy the side-by-side views of more than 2,000 aquatic animals in their habitat. The Shark Reef Aquarium offers various experiences, from diving with the fish to gazing at the animals and fish inside a shipwreck. An adult must accompany children under 12, while children under four years enjoy free admission. The aquarium also features Undersea Explorer VR Theater and several educational programs on aquatic life and environment conservation.

Flamingo Wildlife Habitat

Located in: Flamingo Las Vegas Hotel & Casino
Address: 3555 S Las Vegas Blvd
Hours: Every day (7 am to 8 pm)
Phone: 702-733-3349
Website: https://www.caesars.com/flamingo-las-vegas/things-to-do/wildlife-habitat

If you want a serene place filled with exotic animals, consider the Flamingo Wildlife Habitat. The four-acre gardens take you to the tropical environment, featuring exotic animals, fish, turtles, meandering streams, and waterfalls. It's 100% free. Zookeeper talks occur daily at 8:30 am and 2:00 pm, where you can learn more about wildlife and various conservation programs. [caption id="attachment_36803" align="alignnone" width="1920"]