Camel Ride and Zoo Tour in Nevada: Virgin Mountains Views

Ride a camel, then meet the zoo's exotic animals on a guided tram tour

A three-hour guided tour in Nevada combines a 20-minute camel ride with views of the Virgin Mountains, a safari tram tour of the camel herd, and a zoo visit where you feed alpacas and llamas and see exotic animals. Live guides speak English and Spanish. Children are welcome from age 6, and the experience suits all fitness levels.

Step-by-step itinerary

Camel ride and zoo tour

• Guided camel ride and photo stop
• Safari tram and zoo tour

The experience

The tour starts with a camel ride lasting about 20 minutes, led by experienced handlers who guide your camel and share information about the animals and the Virgin Mountain landscape. You'll have time to stop for photos before moving on to the next part of the experience. Maximum weight per camel is 250 pounds.

After the ride, you board a safari tram for an approximately two-hour guided tour of the zoo. You'll see the camel herd up close, visit exotic animals with knowledgeable keepers, and get the chance to feed alpacas and llamas. The keepers answer questions and arrange close encounters throughout the tour.

Bottled water is included. The whole outing runs three hours. Live guides conduct the tour in English or Spanish, and the experience welcomes children from age 6 onward. Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, and the tour suits all fitness levels.

What’s included

• Camel ride with experienced handler guidance.
• safari tram tour of the camel herd.
• zoo tour with exotic animals and keeper talks.
• opportunity to feed alpacas and llamas.
• bottled water.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day except Tuesday and WednesdayDeparts at 09:00

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AgesAdult (15 and older) · Youth (6 to 14 years) · Under 6: can't be booked

GroupUp to 6

Live guideEnglish and Spanish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 2 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortWheelchair accessibleStroller-friendly

Operated by Camel Safari

Is this one for you?Book this if you want hands-on camel riding plus a guided safari tram and zoo visit all in one outing, with hotel pickup included so you can travel without your own car.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and Spanish.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (6 to 14 years). Children under 6 can't be included in the booking.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

How long is the actual camel ride?

The camel ride lasts approximately 20 minutes, guided by experienced handlers who share information about the animals and the Virgin Mountain landscape surrounding the ride.

Can I feed the animals on this tour?

Yes, you feed alpacas and llamas during the safari tram and zoo portion of the tour, which runs about two hours and includes close encounters with the zoo's exotic animals.

What's the weight limit for the camel ride?

The maximum weight per camel is 250 pounds. Riders at or under this weight can participate in the ride portion.