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Zoo Admission and Hours

We are open from 9am-5pm daily

$18.99 for Adults

$11.99 for Children (ages 2-11)

Explore the Rainforests of the World

Our Zoo

Located in the heart of the beautiful Smoky Mountains of Tennessee, near both Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge, RainForest Adventures Zoo is open year-round with lots of things to see and do!

RainForest Zoo has been themed by one of the nation’s finest zoological contractors, whose work includes the Animal Kingdom at Disney World.

a close up of an animal

Our Animals

RainForest Adventures zoo is home to hundreds of tropical and temperate animals. Our focus is primarily on the animals you are likely to see on the Animal Planet, Discovery Channel, or other similar nature shows.

The majority of our animals at RainForest Adventures Zoo have been born or hatched in captivity. We have animals on loan from zoos all across the U.S., primarily for the purpose of education. So while visiting Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg, take a break and come and meet our family of zoo animals!

  • Reptiles: Snakes, Turtles, Tortoises, Crocodilians, Lizards, and more!
  • Mammals: Binturong, African Serval, Lemurs, Sugar Gliders, Hedgehogs, and more!
  • Birds: Blue & Gold Macaw, Cockatoos, Parrots, Finches, Toucans and more!
  • Bugs: Tarantulas, Scorpions, Cockroaches, and more!
  • Amphibians: Frogs, Toads, Bullfrogs, Axolotls and more!

We have Axolotls! Come see them in their new home!

a bird sitting on top of a frog

RainForest Adventures,

Located in the heart of the beautiful Smoky Mountains of Tennessee, near both Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge, RainForest Adventures Zoo is open year-round with lots of things to see and do!

RainForest Zoo has been themed by one of the nation’s finest zoological contractors, whose work includes the Animal Kingdom at Disney World.

Featuring over 600 live animals, representing over 130 species, the RainForest Zoo is home to unique and beautiful creatures from the rain forests of the world.

A Little Birdie Told Me...
★★★★★

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Great time!!

They have a wide variety of animals... some we had never seen or heard of before which blew our minds! For a couple hours of entertainment, it was a good price! We loved that we had opportunities to speak with the caregivers there and also had some up close interactions with the animals. We will be back!

– Tabitha B. | Tripadvisor
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Such a wonderful experience!!

Prior to our most recent trip to Gatlinburg, I had never been to the Rainforest Adventures Zoo. After it's discovery, my son and I fell in love with it! The the tickets are very reasonable! Everyone was so nice and welcoming. They had the cutest animals and it was just an overall amazing experience. I will return again soon! :)

– Lauren K. | Tripadvisor
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Fun loaded trip

Have been several times with my children on school field trips. All my children as well as my husband and I enjoyed the adventure. The show at the beginning was very exciting with the guide showing certain animals and letting the children interact in the show. Walking thru the animal exhibits was great as well. Will go again!!!

– Kelly B. | Tripadvisor
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RainForest is a MUST

This place never disappoints. My family enjoys doing this every year we come to the area. It has become a family tradition that we will continue for years to come.

– Lisa B. | Tripadvisor
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RainForest Adventures was a HUGE hit with the grand babies and adults.

This place is amazing. We go to many Zoo's with the grand babies and their parents. The kids were so excited the second we walked in the door. Thank you for doing what you do. This is something we will do every time we visit The Great Smokey Mountains.

– Loretta B. | Tripadvisor
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Great place for kids!

We visited with a handicapped child in w/c with the school. It is one of the few handicapped places she could go with her class that she could do all activities. It was great. I have a pic of her with her hand on the glass with a lemur with his hand on hers. It's a precious and very treasured memory we have.

– Jackie P | TripAdvisor

It's A Girl!

Congratulations to Puff and Shelby, the proud parents of our baby Black-Capped Capuchin. Help us welcome her as the newest member of the Zoo Crew!