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Nova Wild brings nature up close and personal
A Local Treasure. Revitalized!
NOVA Wild is a non-profit organization that is revitalizing Reston’s local zoo. We opened our doors in early 2023, and everything is changing.
Animal Welfare
Our team of experts and veterinarians takes a science-based approach to wildlife care, giving the animals at NOVA Wild every opportunity to thrive.
Education
Human beings have a deep connection to nature. NOVA Wild offers fun, interactive opportunities to learn about different animal species from around the world.
Conservation
The earth’s wilderness is facing startling threats. NOVA Wild is a non-profit zoo that financially supports international conservation efforts like WorthWild Africa.
30 Acres of Wilderness in Your Own Backyard
NOVA Wild’s vast plot of land offers the unique opportunity to taste adventure and connect with nature firsthand — for an unforgettable experience.
Drive Through the Safari
Drive your own vehicle through NOVA Wild’s interactive safari, where you and your family can feed and connect with a wide array of wildlife, from Watusis to Asian water buffalo.Drive Through the SafariDrive your own vehicle through NOVA Wild’s interactive safari, where you and your family can feed and connect with a wide array of wildlife, from Watusis to Asian water buffalo.
Up-close and Personal Experiences
Purchase tickets for special NOVA Wild Encounters, where you and your family can spend time with specific animals – from kangaroo joeys to capybaras – with a zookeeper by your side to answer all your questions.Up-close and Personal ExperiencesPurchase tickets for special NOVA Wild Encounters, where you and your family can spend time with specific animals – from kangaroo joeys to capybaras – with a zookeeper by your side to answer all your questions.
Park Your Car & Explore
Once you have finished your safari, you can park the car and stroll through exhibits to discover over 40 species of capybaras, colorful birds, cheetahs, lemurs, wallabies, and much more. Hungry? Stop at the yummy food truck, too!Park Your Car & ExploreOnce you have finished your safari, you can park the car and stroll through exhibits to discover over 40 species of capybaras, colorful birds, cheetahs, lemurs, wallabies, and much more. Hungry? Stop at the yummy food truck, too!
Reignite Your Sense of Wonder
Enjoy an immersive experience that leaves a lasting impression on young people, especially those who have never experienced wildlife up close.Reignite Your Sense of Wonder Enjoy an immersive experience that leaves a lasting impression on young people, especially those who have never experienced wildlife up close.
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The Future of NOVA Wild
It’s been a wild ride so far, and this is just the beginning. Reston’s local zoo began over half a century ago, and we have all kinds of improvements planned.
Join us on the journey!
We’re giving the facilities a modern makeover, and we’re working with leaders in animal care to create an amazing experience for everyone—from our local visitors to the animals that make it all possible.
NOVA Wild E-Gift Cards are Here!
Give the gift of experiencing NOVA Wild firsthand.