Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium Full Tour - Omaha, Nebraska - Part Three

Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium is a zoo in Omaha, Nebraska. It is accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums and a member of the World Association of Zoos and Aquariums. In August 2014, TripAdvisor rated it the "world's best zoo", ahead of the San Diego Zoo and Loro Parque, based on an algorithmic assimilation of millions of reviews for 275 major zoos worldwide.
The zoo is known for its leadership in animal conservation and research. Evolving from the public Riverview Park Zoo established in 1894, today the zoo includes several notable exhibits. "Kingdoms of the Night" is the world's largest nocturnal exhibit and indoor swamp, the "Lied Jungle" is one of the world's largest indoor rainforests, and the "Desert Dome" is one of the world's largest indoor deserts, as well as the largest glazed geodesic dome.
Lied Jungle
The Lied Jungle opened on April 4, 1992, at a cost of $15 million.[29] It is one of the largest indoor rainforest exhibits in the world; it occupies an 80-foot (24 m) tall building that spans 1.5 acres (0.61 ha) and is located just inside the main entrance. This exhibit allows visitors to look out from behind a 50-foot (15 m)-tall waterfall.
Inside are 123,000 ft2 (2.82 acres; 11,400 m2) of floor space, of which 61,000 ft2 (1.4 acres; 5,670 m2) are planted exhibit space; 35,000 ft2 (0.8 acres; 3,250 m2) are a display management area; and 11,000 ft2 (0.25 acres; 1,020 m2) are an education area.
Visitors can walk along a trail on the floor of the jungle, as well as on a walkway around and above the animals. As of spring 2022, the ground trail has been closed since 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Both levels are split into sections by continent, including Asia, Africa, and South America.
Simmons Aviary
The Simmons Aviary opened in 1983, and is the world's third-largest free-flight aviary. It is home to about 500 birds from around the world. The Aviary is 800 feet (240 m) long and rises to 75 feet (23 m) at the center. The structure is covered with 142,000 sq ft (13,200 m2) of two-inch nylon mesh that is supported by a system of cables and poles. The use of nylon instead of wire is a unique concept to modern aviaries.
Railroad
The Omaha Zoo Railroad is a 2.5-mile (4.0 km), 2 ft 6 in (762 mm) narrow gauge train that loops through the zoo. The railroad began operations on July 22, 1968, after the track was laid down by the Union Pacific railroad. The train operates with one of two oil-powered steam locomotives.
Skyfari
Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium opened the Skyfari in 2009. It is an aerial tram that runs from one stop at the Butterfly and Insect Pavilion to the lion platform. It goes over the African veldt (ostriches and giraffes), cheetahs, the railroad tracks, the Garden of the Senses, the koi lagoon, and the lions.
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[@aliciahurtado7795]

this was a great video, keep up the great work. Your tours are very interesting and are very enjoyable to watch.

[@TomsRoadTrippin]

Thank You, I'm glad you enjoyed my tour. I film my tours in a way I'd like to see it. I'll have lots of new content coming up.

[@irri1982]

it was a great review! love the zoo a lot. Please continue showing us more us zoos.

[@TomsRoadTrippin]

I'm glad you enjoyed it, this is in my top five zoo's

[@janetmclendon8023]

Thank u so much for returning and filming what was missed last time. 👍 zoo. Am sure I would love 2 return 2 zoos u have visited in the fast and see what was missed if possible

[@TomsRoadTrippin]

There are a few zoos I'd like to return to. Some have expanded or new areas.

[@zacharyszooadventures3184]

Hi Tom I really enjoyed this video. The Lied Jungle looks beautiful all their habitats were very lush. I'm going to return to this zoo this summer because I also missed the Lied Jungle last year in 2023

[@TomsRoadTrippin]

It was just as well I missed the Lied Jungle on my first visit. It's doubtful I would have had enough time to enjoy it.

[@Justlibing010]

Love this channel!!

[@TomsRoadTrippin]

Thank You so much 😀

[@TheRonin2024]

Part 3 makes perfect

[@TomsRoadTrippin]

Part three finished up my complete tour. I was very happy I got to explore the areas of the zoo that weren't open the prior year. Such an amazing zoo.

[@TheRonin2024]

@@TomsRoadTrippin yeah that's Wonderful I watch zoo tours and u should also revisit zoo Miami they opened new exhibit

[@TomsRoadTrippin]

@@TheRonin2024 I'll get back there someday,

[@TheRonin2024]

22:41 beautiful transition

[@TomsRoadTrippin]

Yeah I love habitats that show you both above and below the water.

[@the_gaming_hyena24]

Great video!

[@TomsRoadTrippin]

Glad you enjoyed it, I was happy to see everything I missed on my first visit.

[@TheRonin2024]

25:45 that scared the heck out of me I have a question why dont crocodiles move I went to Melbourne aquarium N saltwater crocodile was sitting with mouth open n doing nothing even when the fishes were inside

[@TomsRoadTrippin]

They sleep underwater, if you notice his snout was sticking out of the water so he could breathe.

[@TheRonin2024]

​@@TomsRoadTrippinyaaa ur right

[@evandillon7282]

The toad was my spirit animal 🤣

[@TomsRoadTrippin]

Yeah, it reminded me of Harry Potter 😄

[@hollycrossman40]

Did the zoo close early also since the train and skylift closed early?

[@TomsRoadTrippin]

They only closed the train and skylift early due to the heat.

[@treys1607]

Hey Tom somebody asked you if you are revisiting the San Diego Zoo on your California Roadtrip that's a good question are you

[@TomsRoadTrippin]

Not during this year, I'll see about going during my 2026 trip back out West.

[@ShawnMallon]

When will you go the the San Diego zoo safari park

[@TomsRoadTrippin]

I'm planning a visit this year in May. I am very much looking forward to seeing everything.

[@ShawnMallon]

When will you go the the San Diego zoo again

[@TomsRoadTrippin]

I won't have the time this year but I definitely need to get back there for another visit.

[@treys1607]

Lied Jungle is actually pronounced Leed

[@TomsRoadTrippin]

What! I asked a worker, he must of Lied to me 😖

[@treys1607]

@@TomsRoadTrippin yeah that or it's pronounced either way

[@kellycreates3310]

It’s pronounced just like it’s spelled.

[@treys1607]

Also I know you told me that you will go to Staten Island Zoo depending on if you can get your car on the ferry because the tolls from New York to Staten Island is to expensive have you looked into the bridge across from New Jersey because I hear you can get there crossing that bridge as well

[@TomsRoadTrippin]

I'll find the cheapest easiest way to get to the Staten Island Zoo.

[@avneesh1100]

Where is the golden orb weaver

[@TomsRoadTrippin]

Sometimes it's very difficult to see, especially when the habitat is decorated as nicely as they have there

[@treys1607]

I saw a Black Squirrel when I was in Canada

[@TomsRoadTrippin]

I actually saw a black squirrel near my house a few weeks ago. I was very surprised, we usually only have the common Gray Squirrel.

[@the_gaming_hyena24]

@@TomsRoadTrippin black squirrels just are a melanistic variant of fox squirrels and eastern gray, so rarely, but still sometimes you’ll get them

[@TomsRoadTrippin]

I've seen black squirrels several times up in the northern states. This was my first time seeing one in Florida. Mighty rare indeed.

[@mrow6723]

its pronounced leed jungle

[@TomsRoadTrippin]

What!? Someone Lied to me

[@ShawnMallon]

When will you go the the San Diego zoo safari park

[@treys1607]

He'll be doing that on his May roadtrip this year

[@TomsRoadTrippin]

That is most definitely in my plans during my May Roadtrip.