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Falcon Encounter

Daily, except Tuesdays at 1:30 pm
Members: $66.60 per person
Non-Members: $74 per person
Includes General Admission
Ages 6+

Meet a master of the sky and dive into the world of falcons alongside a National Aviary expert!

Book Your Encounter Here

• Hold Horus the Lanner Falcon, named for the Egyptian god depicted in hieroglyphs with a falcon head, on your gloved hand with the assistance of an aviculturist*.
  • To give Horus a well-deserved break, guests may meet Austin, a Eurasian Kestrel. He’s a small falcon with a big personality! 
• Learn about the fascinating adaptations that make falcons “masters of the sky,” from their aerodynamic wings to their incredible vision – which is eight times better than that of a human!
• Gain a deeper understanding of birds of prey and learn how you can protect falcons like Horus or Austin in the wild.
• Yes, you can take photos or videos and of course, ask our experts questions!

*An aviculturist is a National Aviary expert who provides daily care for the falcon

Questions? Email [email protected] or call 412-258-9445.

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Additional Information

• This unique experience is designed for those ages 6 and up.
  • All children 17 and under must have their release forms signed by a parent or legal guardian.
  • Children under the age of 16 must be accompanied by another encounter participant over the age of 18.
• Animal Encounters are non-refundable. Requests to reschedule must be made a minimum of 7 days in advance, based upon availability.
• Book before you visit to guarantee your experience. Same-day registration is based on limited program availability and cannot be guaranteed.  
• At the National Aviary, we give our animals the choice to participate in interactive experiences with caring guests, like you! If our animal ambassador needs a day of rest, we will contact you to reschedule your encounter, as the comfort and safety of our animals and our guests is always our top priority. Thank you for understanding!

_{Proceeds from Animal Encounters support the National Aviary’s work to save birds and protect their habitats.}