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Join Nashville Zoo on two WILD trips

Join us for an online travel night presentation on Tuesday, May 27, 2025 at 6:00 pm CT. Learn about our upcoming trips to Tanzania and the Galapagos Islands!

Zoom Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87003977394

Meeting ID: 870 0397 7394

Embark on two unforgettable adventures hosted by David Oehler, Nashville Zoo’s Vice President and a dedicated biologist focused on wildlife conservation and research. David’s appearances in the Animal Planet series “The Zoo” and “Nova Science Now” have highlighted these efforts and provided a platform to connect people and wildlife in a positive way. Read more about the trips below.

 

Tanzania

October 31 to November 11, 2025

Experience the thrill of Tanzania’s wilderness, where explorers like David Livingstone once ventured. Discover savannahs, forests, and rivers teeming with iconic wildlife in one of nature's greatest spectacles. Witness herds of wildebeest, zebra, and antelope pursued by predators, while giraffes and elephants find brief respite. Visit national parks and reserves focused on conservation, and explore the history of early humans on Tanzania’s fertile plains, uncovering its rich cultural heritage.

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Tanzania Photo Montage

 

Ecuador & the Galapagos Islands

June 18 to 29, 2026

For a thrilling cultural and wildlife adventure, set off to the captivating Galapagos Islands! Begin with 6 days on the mainland discovering UNESCO World Heritage marvels in Quito, snow-capped mountains and fantastic shopping in Otavalo, and learn about the fascinating initiatives of the Andean Bear project in Hacienda Zuleta. Then board your vessel for a 4-night cruise aboard the Coral II, to experience close encounters with animals found nowhere else on earth. Feel the wind as you navigate in an open panga, moving between the boat and each island, where your hikes will be accompanied by knowledgeable guides eager to share their knowledge and enthusiasm for this world treasure.

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Galapagos Photo Montage

 

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