Rainforest Adventures & Discovery Zoo in Sevierville, TN

109 NASCAR DriveSevierville, TN 37862
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About RainForest Adventures

Overview

Located in the heart of the beautiful Smoky Mountains of Tennessee, near both Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge, the RainForest Zoo is open year round. Mixing fun with education, it features over 600 live animals, representing over 130 species! It’s perfect for any season and features both indoor and outdoor exhibits! Enjoy the petting zoo with the whole family & remember to bring your cameras!

Description

Rainforest Adventures Zoo Gatlinburg features more than 130 species of tropical animals across over two acres, located in the Smoky Mountains of Tennessee. The attraction centers on close-up wildlife viewing within a controlled, educational setting designed for guests of all ages. Clearly marked pathways support a self-guided visit while allowing consistent visibility of animals from multiple habitats.

The zoo includes a combination of indoor and outdoor exhibits, allowing guests to explore comfortably while viewing reptiles, birds, mammals, and amphibians from rainforest environments around the world. Exhibits are designed to support animal welfare while offering clear sightlines and informative displays focused on conservation and species awareness.

Rainforest Adventures Zoo in Gatlinburg maintains a walk-through layout suitable for families, couples, and travelers seeking an accessible wildlife attraction in Gatlinburg. The centrally located facility integrates naturally into Smoky Mountains itineraries and does not require scheduled entry times or guided tours.

As part of the Rainforest Adventures brand, the zoo reflects a broader portfolio recognized for distinct nature-based attractions, including aerial trams and zip line parks in international destinations. The Gatlinburg location focuses exclusively on animal exhibits, providing a consistent and relaxed zoo experience without thrill-based rides.

RainForest Adventures Reviews

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jforrester77
Glasgow, Kentucky
"The Best Little Zoo You Will Ever Visit"
TripAdvisor user rating 5.0 out of 5
Reviewed January 18, 2026 NEW
What a surprise!! This is the little zoo that you did not know that you needed. Staff were extremely nice. “Mich” and Faith are awesome and you can tell they love what they do and love these animals. They were very knowledgeable, personable and accessible. I highly, highly recommend doing the sloth encounter. Just an amazing time. “Jungle” Jim did the 1pm animal encounter and he was so very entertaining. From a little magic to educational information he shared and it is perfect for kids to adults. We are definitely coming back when we visit the Smokies. Also, feeding the goats, llamas, and emus was fun even if the temperature was a little cold.
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920alliep
"Fun Place!"
TripAdvisor user rating 5.0 out of 5
Reviewed December 20, 2025
So glad we checked this place out! We loved seeing all the animals & reptiles. Feeding the goats was fun too! Don’t miss the live animal show! It was so much fun!! Admission price was very reasonable & all of the staff were very friendly & helpful.
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Cici68
Darlington, Maryland
"Loving some baby Otters"
TripAdvisor user rating 5.0 out of 5
Reviewed November 10, 2025
Feeding the goats was hilarious—my best friend, after a bit of charming, even coaxed a shy one down from its perch. We caught the monkeys racing for grapes, admired the reptiles from a safe distance, and finally got a peek at the baby otters (I absolutely adore them) thanks to a kind staff member who wrangled them back for us. The animals looked well cared for, and you could even see them prepping food for some of the animals. The staff clearly loved their work. We spent about an hour and a half there and could have spent more if the otters were in their main habitat.
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Jramsey0029
Kentucky
"We LOVE Rainforest Adventures and Jungle Jim and Friends"
TripAdvisor user rating 5.0 out of 5
Reviewed October 19, 2025
This was our second time returning and it was even better this time around. They have three sloths and offer experiences to pet and feed them. The best part of the day was jungle jim. Jim allowed everyone to pet the animals and did some bits of magic as well. It was very interactive and super fun. The animals all look healthy and lots of unique animals I had never saw before. Wonderful memories were made today. Five stars!!! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
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joesK7041DQ
"Indoor zoo"
TripAdvisor user rating 3.0 out of 5
Reviewed October 06, 2025
This is an indoor zoo that also has an outdoor area outback where you can feed goats. It is self guided and was pretty enjoyable. Not the best but far from being bad. Gift shop employees were very nice. If you have smaller kids they will enjoy it. Price was also pretty reasonable. We were too late to do the sloth experience.
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