Horse Encounter

Venture into the American Farm and learn all about horses, donkeys, and other equine species. If you’ve ever wondered what the Poitou’s long corded hair feels like, this encounter is for you!

Zoo admission or membership ID is required. Admission is not included in the cost of the Encounter ticket. Minimum age for participation is 5 years. Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult (18 years or older) who must also purchase a ticket for the encounter. Maximum capacity for Horse Encounters is 8 guests. Groups will not be guaranteed private encounters unless they purchase all 8 spaces.

Please arrive at the American Barn 10 minutes prior to scheduled encounter. Late arrivals are not able to be accommodated. Encounters are non-refundable, but may be rescheduled if canceled more than 48 hours in advance. Sedgwick County Zoo reserves the right to cancel and reschedule encounters for any reason such as weather or animal welfare concerns.

$15 Members    $20 Non-Member