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Living Desert Zoo & Gardens

47-900 Portola Ave., Palm Desert, CA 92260
760-346-5694
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Ranked #2 of 22 attractions in Palm Desert
Type: Nature/ Wildlife Areas, Deserts, Gardens, Parks, Natural History Museums, Zoos
Activities: Group tours/walking tour, Viewing foliage, Viewing wildlife, Walking
Traveler Description: The Living Desert is a Wildlife Adventure Through the Deserts of the World.  It is a Zoo and Botanical Garden, Specializing in the Plants and Animals... more »
Useful Information: Activities for older children, Activities for young children
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Pleasant Hill
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35 reviews 35 reviews
4 attraction reviews
Reviews in 18 cities Reviews in 18 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 22, 2013 NEW

This place is worth going to they have a lot of animals . We are seniors and we took the tram for the money it was well worth it. Every one we incountered was very friendly we saw them feed the geraffs and the we went to there show it was cute and a nice shaddy place to rest it... More

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Vancouver, BC
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83 reviews 83 reviews
37 attraction reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
40 helpful votes 40 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 21, 2013 NEW

This is a very interesting zoo to visit with lots to see, the staff are all very friendly and informed to pass on their knowledge to you.

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Edinburgh, United Kingdom
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21 reviews 21 reviews
7 attraction reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 21, 2013 NEW via mobile

Visited on Wednesday 15th May 2013. Decided to visit first thing as the forecast was so hot but ended up staying for most of the day as we had such a great time. There is so much to see, all of the garden areas are well laid out and the plants labelled. It's possible to buy plants from a garden... More

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Desert Hot Springs, California
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 19, 2013 NEW

Wonder place to see all the desert animals plus the kids will love it...special events are always fun for all.

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Valley Forge, Pennsylvania
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42 reviews 42 reviews
17 attraction reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 18, 2013 NEW

We made the mistake of going when it was 108 degrees. So plan this trip when you can walk around and really enjoy the place. This place has so much education to offer. They have 2 deserts. The Southwest American Desert. Plants and animals. The other side the African Desert. Plants & animals. They have a tram car that you... More

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Seattle, Washington
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6 reviews 6 reviews
4 attraction reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 17, 2013 NEW

The zoo is dedicated to explaining desert flora and fauna in an easy to follow manner. Both adults and children have something see and learn. The wolf and cats are rescued and in spaces that look clean and natural.

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Kent, Washington
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 17, 2013 NEW

It was fine... Everyone should do it once. It was 108 the day we went so probably not the best judge

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Daytona Beach, Florida, United States
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 15, 2013

Hiked out to hills - saw san andreas fault in the distance. There were lots of animals and exhibits, shows, including LARGE model train layout

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Tampa, Florida
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16 reviews 16 reviews
8 attraction reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 15, 2013

Second visit after 25 yrs. Couldn't believe how much it's grown. An absolute must see. You can spend an entire day exploring and also have a nice lunch in their cafe.

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See 5 more reviews by 841ann for Palm Desert
Palm Springs, California
2 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 14, 2013

Liked the nature,animals and enjoyed the show.Also liked that tram was available as i cannot walk a lot.

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