The Living Desert Zoo & Gardens

About The Living Desert Zoo & Gardens

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  Shannon Davis · Married on 06/04/2019

  5.0

  • Quality of service:
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  • Responsiveness:
    5.0
  • Value:
    5.0
  • Flexibility:
    5.0
  • Professionalism:
    5.0

  Breathtakingly beautiful,outdoor desert venue. Highly Recommended

  We loved every minute of planning and hosting our wedding here! The staff were amazing. They care so much about the amnimals, the venue, and about our event! They had many many reccomendations, which we greatly appriciated. The prices was reasonable and lower than almost any venue we found in the area, but no a thing about the evening felt cheap. I read in someone else's review 'the venue was so beautiful, all we had to do was bring chairs'. That was SO TRUE. Don't waste your time, energy, and money trying to beautify the venue, it's already AMAZING!!
  We used Savannah's landing for the ceremony, the cactus garden for the happy hour, and the Palm Garden for the reception. Our guests had so much fun traveling around the zoo for different events all night.
  Recommendations:
  1) Do the animal encounter. We almost cut it because we didn't think our guests would care or like it, but they LOVED it!!
  2) Give yourself more time than you think to do photos, there are photo opts EVERYWHERE!!!
  3) The house caterer was great and really easy to coordinate with - no need to pay to bring someone else in.
  4) We rented a bus to get guests to and from Palm Springs. The drive is further than it seems.
  5) Really, don't worry too much about the decorations, they will get lost in the beauty of the zoo & desert.
  
  I WOULD HIGHLY RECOMMEND THIS VENUE TO ANYONE LOOKING FOR A FUN FILLED, BEAUTIFUL, OUTDOOR WEDDING!!

  Sent on 04/26/2019

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  The Living Desert Zoo & Gardens 's reply:

  Shannon and Miles,
  Thank you for such an amazing review. You two were such a delight to work with. We so appreciated how much you two and all your guests enjoyed the different venues and animal interactions. You are so right about allowing more time for photos and yours are proof that we supply a beautiful backdrop for a beautiful couple. Best wishes to you and thank you again for taking the time to share your experience of your special day with us.
  
  Sheree
  

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  Sara Beck · Married on 11/03/2018

  5.0

  • Quality of service:
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  • Responsiveness:
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  • Value:
    5.0
  • Flexibility:
    5.0
  • Professionalism:
    5.0

  Everyone said its the best wedding they have ever been to!

  Honestly, can't say enough good things about The Living Desert. The staff was great (and when you book here, there end up being A LOT of people involved) and the atmosphere was unbeatable. We got to feed giraffes and high five porcupines on our wedding day...WHAT! Such an unforgettable day and we feel so lucky to have had it at a unique venue.

  Sent on 01/03/2019

  

  

  

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  Markus · Married on 03/17/2018

  5.0

  • Quality of service:
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  • Responsiveness:
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  • Value:
    5.0
  • Flexibility:
    5.0
  • Professionalism:
    5.0

  Sheree at The Living Desert was so incredibly great to work with. From the very first tour of the grounds to the night of the wedding, she made us feel like kings of the zoo. This venue has it all. You wouldn't think it, but if you're getting married in the desert, please do not skip touring this venue. They have a beautiful patio for ceremonies, an amazing 'cocktail hour' area near an elaborate train set, animal encounters, and a gorgeous open-sky Palm Garden dinner and reception area with stage. Not to mention the incredible views you get for your wedding photos. This venue is stunning, everyone was so great to work this... the photos speak for itself. Def recommend!

  Sent on 04/06/2018

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

  

The Living Desert Zoo & Gardens Pricing

The Living Desert Zoo & Gardens FAQ

• Do you have a site fee for wedding receptions at your venue? Yes
• What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during peak season? $ 3,000.00
• Do you have a site fee for wedding ceremonies at your venue? Yes
• What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during peak season? $ 3,000.00
• Which of the following are included in starting site fee? Clean Up, Parking, Set Up
• What is the starting price per person for bar service? $ 18.00
• Which of the following are included in the starting price for bar service? Bartender(s), Open Bar
• What is the maximum capacity of your venue? 500
• What is the minimum number of guests required to book your venue? 25
• How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer? 12
• Describe your venue: Art Gallery, Park, Zoo
• What kind of settings are available? Indoor, Uncovered Outdoor, Scenic Views
• Which of the following wedding events does your venue service? Ceremony, Reception, Bridal Shower, Engagement Party, Rehearsal Dinner
• What event services do you offer? Catering Services, Clean Up, Event Rentals, Lighting / Sound, Set Up
• What event items are available? Chairs, Lighting, Tables
• What transportation and access is available? Parking, Shuttle, Valet, Wheelchair Access
• What months are included in your peak season? January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November, December
• What months are included in your off-peak season? June, July, August

Professional Network & Endorsements

1 Endorsement

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  Jennifer Yount Photography Wedding Photographers

  What can I say, The Living Desert will always be special to us. Luke and I chose The Living Desert for our own wedding! Working with them has been a great experience. AND Who can ever complain or compare to guest interactions with a high-fiving porcupine, a hawk and an armadillo at your cocktail hour?!

Map

• 47900 Portola Ave. Palm Desert, CA, 92260 See on map
  7603460301 (Phone number)