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    Private Reptile Tour in Kearns

    A private animal encounter tailored to your group's reptile interests

    4.8 stars• 812 reviews

    Duration

    1.5 Hours

    Ideal For

    Up to 10 people

    Includes

    Guide, animal interactions, Q&A

    Highlights

    Explore Scales & Tails Utah with a private visit shaped around the animals your group wants to see. Learn from an experienced animal wrangler as you meet reptiles and other creatures throughout the facility.

    • Meet snakes, lizards, tortoises, turtles, alligators, caiman and more
    • Focus your visit on the animals that interest your group most
    • Handle only the animals you feel comfortable touching
    • Discover animal facts, histories and backgrounds from your guide

    Itinerary

    • Arrival at our location.
    • Short safety talk before we begin.
    • Guided tour to interact with some of the animals.
    • Time to take a few photos and ask your questions throughout the tour.
    • Spend some time in the gift shop to select some fun souvenirs to remember your adventure with Scales & Tails Utah!

    What's Included

    • Professional animal wrangler guide
    • Hands-on reptile encounters
    • Personalized animal-focused experience

    Important details

    • Ages 3+ only
    • Children must be accompanied by a responsible adult
    • Do not open animal enclosures or pet animals on the head or face
    • Wash your hands after petting animals and before eating
    • Live animals can be unpredictable; bites, scratches and allergic reactions are possible, and animal handling is at your own risk

    Cancellation Policy

    Full refund up to two weeks prior or for acts of God. 75% refund one week prior. 50% refund less than one week.

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    FAQs

    Wear whatever feels comfortable. The facility stays around 75–80°F year-round. Bring a camera; photos and videos are welcome.

    Ages 3+ are included in the tour. Children ages 0–2 do not count toward the 10-person allotment. Children must be accompanied by a responsible adult.

    One wheelchair is available for use upon request.

    Meeting details

    4944 W 6200 S, Kearns, UT 84118

    Experience provided by Scales and Tails Utah

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    We are here to assist with special requests, large groups, last minute needs, and any questions you may have.

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    VIP Tour

    $283.62

    Includes up to 10 people

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    Additional Person

    $11.34

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    Review summary

    4.8
    Excellent
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    Staff members like Austin, Rindy, Hailey, and Ryan consistently earn praise for their genuine passion and knowledge about the animals in their care. Families repeatedly mention how these guides excel at making educational presentations fun and engaging for all ages, from toddlers to grandparents. The interactive format lets visitors hold various reptiles and tortoises, and reviewers appreciate how patient the team is with nervous guests, even helping people overcome fears. The operation runs smoothly across different services, from birthday parties to school presentations to drop-in tours. Parents especially value the professionalism and flexibility, with multiple mentions of staff going above and beyond with accommodating scheduling changes and themed requests. The facility stays well-maintained, though it's worth noting it can get warm inside. Visitors consistently describe feeling welcomed by a team that genuinely cares about both the animals and creating memorable experiences for guests of all ages.

    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 5
    5/5

    Our Monticello Library patrons love Scales and Tails! Living so far from any zoos it's so fun and educational to have this reptile zoo come to us.

    Photo of Mikaela Wood

    Mikaela Wood

    July 7, 2026

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    Our Monticello Library patrons love Scales and Tails! Living so far from any zoos it's so fun and educational to have this reptile zoo come to us.

    Photo of Mikaela Wood

    Mikaela Wood

    July 7, 2026

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