School Field Trips

Our Field Trips are FINtastic!

Our school field trips are a science-filled adventure, where students can dive into hands-on learning and get up close and personal with some amazing sea creatures. With a focus on STEM combined with unforgettable animal encounters, students will gain a deeper appreciation for our oceans and all the creatures that call it home.

And the best part? We're not just educating, we're inspiring a passion for conservation and sustainability!

STANDARD FIELDTRIP (60 min) $9 per student

Enjoy a grade-level appropriate guided tour through the aquarium and learn all about our amazing animals with immersive hands-on experiences.
Field trips are available Mon-Fri, beginning Aug. 12, from 9 am to noon.
Standard field trip price is $9 per student. We have a 15 student minimum. Groups under 15 students are still welcome but will be charged for 15 students ($135).
There MUST be one RESPONSIBLE teacher/chaperone for every 10-15 students. One teacher/chaperone per every 10-15 students will receive complimentary admission.
Additional teachers are $9 and chaperones/parents are $12.
Please try to allow a minimum of 4 weeks notice when booking your field trip.

DECEMBER SPECIAL! Believe magic wand experience - The aquarium is fully decorated for the holidays. Our magical motion-activated wands turn on lights, play music, light up a cozy fireplace, make reindeer footprints, jingles festive bells and more! Keep the wands as a special gift! Perfect for a holiday party. $6 per student

ADD-ONS - Customize your field trip with a fun add-on experience for grades K-12

Stingray feedings: Get up close and feed our flappy friends. Hold a small piece of food between your knuckles and lower your hand into the water and our curious stingrays will swim over and slurp up their snack out of your hand. $3 per student (available in Fall only)

Junior Geologist - Using our 35 foot-long mining sluice, students can mine for gem and/or ancient marine specimens using the old miner's technique of sifting and washing material. Keep your finds. (30 minutes) $5 per student
Junior Geologist + activity lesson: Hunt for treasure, gems or ancient marine specimens, and then learn all about them with our own field experts. Keep your finds. (60 minutes) $7 per student
Pizza lunch: One large pizza slice (cheese or pepperoni), chips and lemonade. (30-45 minutes) $8 per student
Grade appropriate educational programs to support classroom learning: All of our educational programs meet Louisiana Student's Standards for Science, $4 - $6 per student.

GRADES 1 - 5

FROM FIN TO LIMB

Students will delve into the fascinating world of animal adaptations and explore how different animals utilize similar internal and external structures to thrive in their habitats. Through interactive discussions and problem-solving, students will gain insights into the evolution of these features tailored to diverse environments.

30 MINUTES

$4 PER STUDENT

GRADES 3 - 8

ENGINEERING BY NATURE: CORAL REEFS

Students will explore how these vital underwater ecosystems serve as nature's defense against waves and storms, providing refuge for countless marine species. Each group will embark on a mission to design and build their own coral system that can withstand the forces of an ocean storm while minimizing impact on ocean life.

45 MINUTES

$5 PER STUDENT

GRADES 3 - 12 ENGINEERING FOR NATURE: BYCATCH

Dive into the world of sustainable fishing and explore the critical issue of bycatch's impact on ocean wildlife. Students become marine engineers - designing, constructing, and testing fishing prototypes aimed at minimizing bycatch in fisheries.

60 MINUTES

$6 PER STUDENT

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GRADES 6 - 12

JAW IDENTIFICATION + STINGRAY FEEDING

Take a scientific approach to identifying various jaw structures. Students can then take what they learned and make observations while feeding sting rays.

45 MINUTES

$6 PER STUDENT

Booking & Payment Process

Click on BOOK NOW button below and fill out the registration form
Pay the $25 deposit. This will be applied to your total invoice. No show groups and cancellations without at least 7 days notice will forfeit this deposit. If needed, you may reschedule to a future date (if available) if at least 7 days notice is given.
After you book you will receive an invoice via email within a few days to submit to your admin office. Didn't get the email? Check your junk mail.
TAX EXEMPT: If you are a LA tax exempt school and we have your R-1056 we will remove the tax from your invoice. If not, your invoice will include tax. You can upload your R-1056 form when you book, email it to fieldtrips@shreveportaquarium.com or bring it with you when you visit. All other schools please bring a check for the full invoice amount. We do not accept tax exempt forms from other states.
A field trip host will reach out to get your final headcount 7-10 days before your visit and an updated invoice will be emailed then if there are changes. No changes are accepted less than 7 days prior to visit. Sorry, no refunds after final headcount is given. If more people come than original headcount they must pay at the door. Additional people outside of original headcount may result in larger group tour sizes as additional staff can not be added at short notice. Additional teachers are $9 and parents are $12.
Please bring a check for the full invoice amount when you come for your visit. If paying by credit card payments a 3.5% processing fee will be added.

Day of Visit:

IMPORTANT: Please arrive at least 15 minutes before your start time. Late arrivals, will experience delayed start times and shortened tours. Please call ahead if you are going to be late. You might need to wait until we are finished with another group before we can take you.
Please be courteous, if your group is a no-show, you will not be able to re-book for 1 year and you will lose your $25 deposit.
No flash photography, please!
Be courteous and respectful. Talk quietly as you explore the wonders of the Aquarium. No running or horseplay.
For our animals safety, please do not use pens or pencils inside the aquarium unless permitted by a staff member.
Help protect the animals. When permitted, touch the animals gently using the two-finger touch method. Please do not disturb animals by tapping on the windows.
Keep food, drinks and gum outside the aquarium.

Adults must stay with children and students at all times during your visit, regardless of the age of the student.
Don't forget to visit our Gift Shop, located at the end of the aquarium. We have special tax inclusive items bundles for your students for $10 and $20.

Lunch Options:

Those who purchase our lunch option are welcome to enjoy their meal in our dining area or in our beautiful outdoor courtyard.
No outside food is permitted in the facility, dining area or in the courtyard. Riverview Park next door makes a perfect location for a picnic lunch!
Due to limited space, Shreveport Aquarium does not have a designated location to store outside food. Please plan ahead.

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