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    Bring on the Smiles
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    Wildlife Explorers Basecamp
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    San Diego Zoo
    Wildlife Alliance
    An international, nonprofit conservation organization.
9:00 am – 7:00 pm
  1. Bring on the Smiles
    Plan Your Visit
  2. Now Open
    Wildlife Explorers Basecamp
  3. San Diego Zoo
    Wildlife Alliance
9:00 am – 7:00 pm
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Experience

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Traveler's Choice

Awesome Place to Visit

It was great seeing so many awesome animals. The Zoo is a wonderful place to spend a day and learn about so many fascinating creatures and plants.

Irene R.

Edward rhino
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Journal

Enchanted by Edward

As a wildlife care specialist at the Nikita Kahn Rhino Rescue Center, I get to work with the rhinos and scientists every day. Witnessing groundbreaking science unfold in the name of rhino conservation is incredible.

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San Diego Zoo

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2920 Zoo Drive, San Diego, CA 92101

The San Diego Zoo is located in Balboa Park, minutes from downtown San Diego.

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