Utah's Hogle Zoo
Zoo Explorer Society
Take your annual zoo membership to the next level! The Zoo Explorer Society is a group of philanthropic-minded members who are deeply committed to creating champions for wildlife. These enhanced memberships include all benefits of the Premier Booster membership and more.
Please read ALL Membership Terms & Conditions before proceeding.
All ZES Annual Memberships Include:
- ZES welcome packet, membership cards, lanyard, and commemorative pin.
- Unlimited daytime admission for:
- Three named adults
- Dependent children OR grandchildren under the age of 18
- Unlimited Conservation Carousel rides
- Free exclusive access events
- One free family admission to ZooLights
- Discounts at AZA zoos and aquariums (aza.org)
- 10% off food and gift shop (20% off for Champion ZES members)
- Monthly e-newsletter
All ZES membership benefits PLUS two one-time-use Buddy Passes, two tickets to any Zoo Brew (must be 21+, RSVP required) and one giraffe 10-feed punch pass
$500
All ZES membership benefits PLUS four one-time-use Buddy Passes, four tickets to any Zoo Brew (must be 21+, RSVP required) and one giraffe 10-feed punch pass
$750
All ZES membership benefits PLUS six one-time-use Buddy Passes, six tickets to any Zoo Brew (must be 21+, RSVP required), 20% off food and gift shop, one giraffe 10-feed punch pass, one Champion animal experience (see options below!)
$1000
Champion ZES members get one VIP animal experience with each purchase or renewal. Here are the available 2023 experiences*:
- Aldabra Tortoise Feed & Small Animal Building Tour
- Animal Ambassadors Experience
- Pinniped Building Tour & Painting Experience
- VIP Giraffe Feed
*Experiences may vary depending on animal behavior and scheduling.
Email [email protected] to book your experience. Experiences must be booked 2-4 weeks in advance.
Sunrise Safaris
Summer months, 8AM – 9AM
Wake up with the animals as you explore the zoo before opening to the general public. This event is perfect for early birds who want to get a head-start on their zoo day.
Sunset Safaris
Summer months, 6:30PM – 9PM
Stop by the zoo after work on select Tuesdays throughout the summer months. These events are the perfect opportunity to see the zoo during golden hour without the general public.
For questions about Zoo Explorer Society membership levels and benefits, please email [email protected]