Hope and Joy Sanctuary

Private Mobile Exotic Animal Encounter in Alva, FL

Bring up-close animal encounters to your next celebration

Up-Close Capybara & Otter Encounter in Alva

Discover two contrasting animal personalities with the animal care team

VIP Capybara or Kangaroo Birthday Party in Alva, FL

Celebrate with up-close animal experiences and a special ambassador visit

Private Animal Sanctuary Birthday Party in Alva

Celebrate your birthday with barnyard encounters and space for cake

Up-Close Arctic Fox Encounter in Alva, Florida

Discover how arctic foxes adapt to life in extreme cold

Sunset Animal Encounter at Hope & Joy Sanctuary in Alva

Slow down for a peaceful evening at the sanctuary

Bushbaby Encounter at Hope & Joy Sanctuary in Alva

Discover the adaptations of bushbabies up close with an experienced animal care team

Private Animal Encounter at Hope & Joy Sanctuary

Get up close to sanctuary animals on a personalized, zookeeper-led experience

Hands-On Capybara & Kangaroo Encounter in Alva, FL

Go beyond watching with hands-on animal encounters

Guided Animal Sanctuary Walking Tour in Alva, FL

Meet animal residents and hear the stories that make this sanctuary personal

Up-Close Sloth Encounter in Alva, FL

Slow down and get to know a sloth with its animal care team

African Crested Porcupine Encounter in Alva, FL

Get a closer look at the curious animal behind the quills

Close-Up Otter Encounter at a Sanctuary in Alva

Get to know playful otters with the people who care for them

Hands-On Kangaroo Encounter at a Sanctuary in Alva, FL

Get closer to kangaroos and discover what makes these marsupials distinctive

Up-Close Capybara Sanctuary Encounter in Alva, FL

Slow down and discover capybaras with the team that cares for them

Ring-Tailed Lemur Encounter at a Sanctuary in Alva, FL

Discover lemur life up close with a knowledgeable animal care team