RIVERVIEW ZOO FIELD GUIDE
Up-close Kangaroo, Patagonian Cavy and Skunk Encounters at Moore Exotic Animal Ranch
A private guided tour of the sanctuary in Riverview that pairs hands-on animal encounters with support for on-site animal care and conservation.
Up-close Kangaroo, Patagonian Cavy and Skunk Encounters at Moore Exotic Animal Ranch.
The Explorer Package at Moore Exotic Animal Ranch delivers an intimate, private walk through a working sanctuary in Riverview, Florida: expect guided access to the entire property and close interactions with kangaroos, Patagonian cavies and skunks. The visit is designed for only you and your guests, can be expanded with additional hands-on experiences at checkout, and every ticket dollar goes back into feeding, maintaining and upgrading enclosures and care for the animals.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Hands-on time with kangaroos, cavies and skunks
The package explicitly includes guided encounters with kangaroos, Patagonian cavies and skunks, giving small private groups close, supervised access to these species as part of the sanctuary tour.
Visits that fund care and facility improvements
Proceeds from tours and encounters are allocated directly to animal care—feeding the residents, updating old enclosures and building new ones—so your visit doubles as a conservation support action.
Private guided sanctuary tour for your party
The Explorer Package is offered as a private guided tour for the booking party and their guests; additional hands-on experiences may be added at checkout to customize the visit.
What the day feels like
What the visit feels like
Expect a focused, relatively brief sanctuary visit—guided from start to finish—where animal encounters are scheduled into a private tour for you and your guests. The flow centers on meeting select species up close (kangaroos, Patagonian cavies and skunks) with the option to layer on more hands-on experiences during booking; the visit is structured to support the animals and the ranch’s operational needs.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this Explorer Package suits best.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Estimated length of the Explorer Package is approximately 60–90 minutes.
All visits are by reservation only; schedule and book in advance to secure the private guided tour.
You may add other hands-on animal experiences to the package at checkout to customize the visit.
Proceeds from tours and encounters go directly back into animal care, feeding, and improvements to enclosures and facilities.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long does the Explorer Package last?
The estimated duration is 60 to 90 minutes.
What animals are included in the Explorer Package?
The package includes guided encounters with kangaroos, Patagonian cavies and skunks as part of the sanctuary tour.
Is the tour private?
Yes — the Explorer Package is a private guided tour for you and your guests.
Can I add other hands-on experiences?
Yes — additional hands-on animal experiences can be added to this package at checkout.
Do my ticket costs support the animals?
Yes — proceeds from tours and encounters go directly back into the care of the animals, including feeding and enclosure updates or construction.
How do I book for a large group?
Large groups should contact the operator via email for special pricing and arrangements.
Where is the Explorer Package offered?
The package is offered by Moore Exotic Animal Ranch in Riverview, Florida, United States.