SANTA CLARITA WILDLIFE FIELD GUIDE
A Quiet Sanctuary for the Rarest Apes: Private, Guided Encounters at the Gibbon Conservation Center
A one-hour private tour of the Gibbon Conservation Center in Santa Clarita that introduces visitors to the center’s conservation work, species care, and educational programs.
A Quiet Sanctuary for the Rarest Apes: Private, Guided Encounters at the Gibbon Conservation Center.
Set in Santa Clarita, the Gibbon Conservation Center is a nonprofit institution founded in 1976 that champions the conservation, study and care of gibbons through public education, habitat preservation and non‑invasive research.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
A four‑decade commitment to gibbon conservation
Established in 1976 by Alan Richard Mootnick, the center is dedicated to promoting gibbon conservation and study through public education and habitat preservation.
The rarest apes in the Western Hemisphere
The center houses the rarest group of apes in the Western Hemisphere and is the only institution worldwide to house and breed all four genera of gibbon, having successfully reproduced seven gibbon species.
Education, non‑invasive research and global partnerships
Visitors see an operation that provides observation and non‑invasive research opportunities, participates in Species Survival Plans and supports rescue and consulting efforts internationally.
What the day feels like
What the private tour feels like
Over the course of an hour, a private group moves through the center’s facilities for an up‑close introduction to gibbon care, conservation messaging and observation opportunities, all framed by the center’s focus on education and habitat preservation.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who gets the most from a private visit to the center.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The private tour runs for one hour.
All tours meet at 19100 Esguerra Road, Santa Clarita, CA 91390.
Expect a focused, educational visit emphasizing observation, species information and the center’s conservation programs.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the private tour?
The private tour is one hour in duration.
Where do tours meet?
Tours meet at 19100 Esguerra Road, Santa Clarita, CA 91390.
How large can my private group be?
Private tours have a maximum group size of 30 guests.
What will I see on the tour?
Visitors receive guided observation of gibbon enclosures, educational briefings on care and conservation, and insight into the center’s research and species‑breeding programs.
Are the tours suitable for children and students?
Yes — the program is described as appropriate for all ages and offers educational opportunities for students of all ages.