Looking for the perfect group adventure? Spend a night aboard Noah’s Ark! This behind-the-scenes opportunity is especially popular with youth groups and Christian schools.
Sold out for 2023
Overnights are available Monday through Friday evenings on select dates. Bookings must be at least two months in advance.
Scavenger Hunt
After the Ark is closed for the day, set off on a special scavenger hunt of the stunning exhibits on all three decks.
Late-Night Fun
After the scavenger hunt, settle in for an entertaining and educational video, and grab a bedtime snack before falling asleep aboard the Ark.
Spend a Night on Noah’s Ark
Roll out your sleeping bags and settle in for a night aboard the Ark with Noah’s family and the animals. Girls and boys sleep separately on the Ark’s second and third decks.
Overnight at the Ark Encounter includes the following:
- Specialized overnight program staff support
- Entertaining and educational video
- Scavenger Hunt with educational review
- Private access to all three decks of stunning exhibits aboard the Ark after hours
- Late-night snack
- Ark Encounter branded sleep mask
- Public Safety onsite
- Continental Breakfast in Emzara’s Kitchen
- Private Animal Encounter, with zoo presenter and animal handler
- General Admission to the Ark Encounter
Note: Bedding and shower facilities are not provided.
Prices and Reservations
- 20 to 40 youth (includes minimum of 4 chaperones): $4,500
- 41 to 60 youth (includes minimum of 6 chaperones): $5,500
- 61 to 80 youth (includes minimum of 8 chaperones): $6,500
Private Animal Encounter
Meet a variety of exotic reptiles, birds, or mammals up close during a special presentation from the zoo staff at the Ararat Ridge Zoo!
Request Availability
Please use the form below to request your reservation before booking a group, in order to confirm details and availability.
A $500 deposit is required at the time of booking.
Final payment is due 60 days before the overnight. See Payment and Cancellation Policy for more information.
A Night at the Museum
Want to spend a night with dinosaurs? Book your next overnight adventure at the Ark Encounter’s sister attraction, the Creation Museum.
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Ark Encounter Location
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1 Ark Encounter Drive
Williamstown, KY 41097 (see directions)
Just west of the intersection of KY-36 and I-75 (at exit 154).
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