
08/30/2025
“Just outside of Tucson, in the quiet town of Marana, there’s a place where kids can feed a porcupine, pet a capybara, and watch peacocks strut by while learning about animals from around the world. Ghost Ranch Exotics is a private zoo that offers something different: a hands-on, heartwarming experience designed for connection and education.
“We wanted to build something where people could really connect with animals, not just see them from behind a fence,” says Kenneth MacNeil, owner.
That passion has turned into one of the most unique animal experiences in Arizona. Ghost Ranch Exotics offers private, educational tours where visitors can meet a variety of animals in an up-close, interactive setting. Each tour is led by a knowledgeable guide and includes plenty of time for feeding, petting, and asking questions.“
✍🏼: Micaela Camacho
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