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    Guided Animal Encounter Tour in Pilot Point

    Hand-feed giraffes and meet capybaras on a 90-minute guided tour

    4.9 stars• 71 reviews
    From$477incl. taxes and fees

    Duration

    90 Minutes

    Ideal For

    Up to 7 people

    Includes

    Animal encounters, guided tour

    Highlights

    Explore Highpoint Haven on a guided 90-minute tour with close-up animal encounters. Learn about care routines and conservation stories as you move through the property.

    • Meet resident animals like giraffes Gerald and Harriet
    • Hand-feed giraffes, capybaras, and more with staff guidance
    • Explore barns and pastures behind the scenes
    • Learn species behaviors, care routines, and conservation status
    • Take close-up photos during the tour

    Things to know

    Reservations are required. The base rate includes the first 7 guests for a private group tour.

    Cancellation Policy

    All sales are final. Exceptions can be made at the discretion of the operator.

    FAQs

    Yes. All guests must sign a liability waiver. If you’re under 18, a legal guardian must sign for you.

    No. Pets aren’t allowed on tours or on the property due to animal safety protocols.

    Wear closed-toed shoes. You’ll walk in unpaved grassy areas and conditions can be muddy. If you have long hair, pull it back, and leave long jewelry at home.

    Meeting details

    11015 Cole Rd. Pilot Point, Texas 76258

    Experience provided by Highpoint Haven

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    $477

    Base rate includes first 7 guests

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    Review summary

    4.9
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    Tucked away in Pilot Point, this ranch delivers the kind of up-close animal encounters that leave guests talking the entire drive home. Giraffes, camels, capybaras, tapirs, sloths, tortoises, peacocks, and stunning stallions all make an appearance, and the ability to actually touch and interact with the animals sets this experience apart from a typical zoo visit. Guides like Ron, Ronnie, Rod, Pete, and Jessica consistently earn praise for being knowledgeable, warm, and genuinely attentive. Several reviewers noted that guides took photos of guests so no one missed out on capturing the memories. Private tours with kids seem to work especially well, with the 90-minute format giving families enough time with each animal without feeling rushed. The facility itself is described as gorgeous and spotless, and many guests return year after year, particularly for the stallion showcases. It has become a go-to spot for milestone birthdays and special celebrations, which says a lot about the overall atmosphere. If you are looking for a hands-on animal experience with staff who clearly love what they do, this one is worth booking.

    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 5
    5/5

    We did a private tour and absolutely loved it! We had 5 kids and 2 adults and it was the perfect time with 90 minutes to get to see a whole bunch of the animals and feel like we got enough time with each animal. Rod and Pete were amazing and sooo informative. Thank you for such a special birthday experience for our daughter!

    Photo of Briana Hernandez (Bri)

    Briana Hernandez (Bri)

    April 14, 2026

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    We did a private tour and absolutely loved it! We had 5 kids and 2 adults and it was the perfect time with 90 minutes to get to see a whole bunch of the animals and feel like we got enough time with each animal. Rod and Pete were amazing and sooo informative. Thank you for such a special birthday experience for our daughter!

    Photo of Briana Hernandez (Bri)

    Briana Hernandez (Bri)

    April 14, 2026

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