Written by: Claire MacDonald

9/15/2009 1:53 PM

As you walk along the Waikiki Beach toward Diamond Head, you will find The Honolulu Zoo located at the corner of Kapahulu Avenue and Kalakaua Boulevard. It is the home of 1,230 mammals, birds and reptiles, where you will enjoy exotic animals from around the world. Kids love the Children’s Zoo, where they can meet animals up close.

If you and your family want to spend additional time at the zoo, you can learn what sort of monkey business goes on after hours by taking a special tour from 5:30 to 7:30 every Saturday evening.

For those who want a really special experience, sign up for the Snooze InThe Zoo. After the zoo closes, night will begin with a buffet dinner, continue with guided walking tours of the Zoo after dark, and conclude with s’mores around a campfire. Participants may pitch their tents on one of the Zoo’s lawns or sleep out under the stars. Camp outs begin at 5:30 pm and end the following morning at 9:00 am. The number of families is limited, so make your reservation early.

The zoo offers a variety of programs, which can be found on their website - www.honoluluzoo.org