Traveling reptile show. We bring the Vivarium to you.
Meet our animal ambassadors up close. Seasoned handlers let you experience and appreciate a bit of the wilderness.
Pricing and packages
Every show includes hands-on time and a photo session.
At birthdays, the birthday kid runs the show: first to hold, official assistant, center of every picture.
1 Hour Show
The classic. Up to 20 animals, hands-on time, all ages. Indoors preferred; Wed-Sat books best.
From $400
1.5 Hour Expanded Show
More animals, more handling, bigger groups.
$600
Schools & Classrooms
Assemblies and classroom programs.
From $400
Where we travel
The East Bay is home turf: Berkeley, Oakland, Alameda and neighbors at the base rate. Farther afield adds a travel fee.
Wilderness Delivered
We’ve done thousands of birthday parties, celebratory gatherings, classroom visits, assemblies, library programs and camps, for young, for old, disabled and able. Program scales from small to large groups. Smaller groups have more hands-on time.
Reserve your date
Tell us about the event. We'll confirm the date, settle the package and pick the animals, then hold your spot once payment is in. Not sure which package fits? Choose the closest and we'll sort it out.
In their words
Show FAQ
How many animals do you bring? What kind of animals do you bring? How long is the show?
Our standard reptile show is about an hour long, and features 15-18 animals, including snakes, lizards, turtles, frogs, and bugs. A few of them are quite large.
Do you do other kinds of events besides Birthday Parties?
We have performed at schools, libraries, religious celebrations, scouting events, summer camps, weddings, graduations, bar and bat mitzvahs, holiday parties, and on and on. We have yet to perform at a funeral, but other than that, our reptile ambassadors have been a part of almost every human event you might imagine.
How far can you travel for a show?
We have performed as far north as Yuba City, as far south as Salinas, and as far East as Brentwood. If you are outside the Bay Area, please contact us and we can probably work something out. Travel fees may apply.
Can you do a show in a public park?
Absolutely. Many of them require written permission, and want proof of insurance, which we are happy to provide. Outdoor shows are difficult in that they require us to throw our voice for an hour; because of that we recommend them for smaller groups. We also insist upon shade (trees work best) for us and the animals.
Do you do school assemblies?
We can and do perform at school assemblies. However, as many of the animals are the size of the palm of a hand, we recommend classroom shows as the best venue. We can do as many as three classroom shows a day.
How do I book a show?
Just fill out some details HERE and we’ll get back to you with availability.
How far in advance should I book?
The earlier the better, especially during the spring and summer, when organizations like libraries and camps book quite a few slots. Don’t hesitate to contact us with any requests. We will try our best to accommodate you.
Is it safe for young kids? Do they touch the animals?
Yes. The show is designed for ages four and up. Everyone in the audience has the opportunity to pet some of the animals. In the case of birthday shows, the birthday kid can act as co-host and can handle even more animals.
We are fully insured and in 40+ years of experience we have not had a single incident.
Indoors or outdoors? What space do you need?
We can do either. However, outdoor shows require that the animals and kids are in the shade. The handler + animals require minimal space.
What's your cancellation policy?
Life happens. Contact us as soon as you know, and we'll do our best to work with you on rescheduling. If you do not wish to reschedule, there is a $50 cancellation fee if cancelled within 72 hours of the show start time.