Did you know cheetahs are the largest cats who can purr?! Come and hear for yourself! During our Cheetah Experience, you’ll get close enough to hear, see and smell the Columbus Zoo’s quickest residents in this tour! From diets and dishes to training sessions and enrichment, guests will get to see everything that goes into caring for these fast felines. We can’t wait to have you help us conserve this endangered species and form a connection with our cheetahs.

Guests are not permitted to take photos during this experience. The experience is in a behind the scenes location and is only accessible to paid guests on the tour.

Admission to the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium is required and NOT included. All guests under 18 years of age must be accompanied by a paying adult. Groups will be combined for a tour of up to 6 guests.

Please note that once you have booked a tour, you have secured your exclusive reservation. If you do not attend on your scheduled date or cancel within 48 hours of your tour date, no refunds will be issued.

Due to the location of tours within animal habitats and the disruptions external animals can cause, service animals are not permitted on this tour. Please call 614-645-3400 for further information.

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