World Center For Birds of Prey Reviews

Great for a short day trip! The staff is friendly and knowledgeable. Perfect blend of live birds and educational displays.

☆On-line reservations required ☆ We are glad we came, especially to see the Condors & learn about the work they are doing to save the species. We are experienced birders so many others we have seen and are familiar with. But highly recommend this stop, especially for school-age children.

Enjoy getting close to some amazing raptors in a beautiful location with excellent staff. The fall flights are especially fun and well done. This facility is excellent and the people there do a fantastic job - very impressed. Recommended for locals and visitors to our lovely city.

We walked on the short trail overlooking Boise. It was a cold, windy day, but the view was beautiful. Then we joined a docent for a guided tour of the Archives of Falconry museum. She was extremely knowledgeable about the artifacts, the people who founded the museum, and falconry in general. After she led the group back to the visitor center, we toured the outdoor and indoor cages where live birds of prey of at least 10 different species were on display. They even have some condors, although the one we caught a glimpse of went inside before we could get close. Some of the birds were unfamiliar to us: the gyrfalcon, Northern Aplomado Falcon, and Harpy Eagle. The docent brought a live falcon out in the small theater and took questions from the audience. There are also a few other exhibits to see. Give yourself at least 2 hours to enjoy everything.

We decided to visit one morning when we had some extra time and enjoyed the program they offered to learn more about their condor program - which we learned about when we were at the Grand Canyon but did not connect the program at the Grand Canyon with the World Center for Birds of Prey until we got there- they are doing great work!

Visited today ( from Scotland ) and watched the Fall Flights presentation.
I am a raptor enthusiast and I've been to many falconry exhibitions. This was on a whole different level.
The setting, the warm welcome from the engaging and enthusiastic team and then the birds!!
The two ladies giving the presentation were incredible. Their passion, knowledge and falconry skills were amazing and they worked their magnificent bird ambassadors beautifully giving us an unforgettable close up experience.
Thank you for the experience and all you do!

When we first decided to visit the Birds of Prey we thought it would be the same routine as some other parks, but we found it to be much more interesting than visiting a bird show at a zoo. There are exotic species there and most are endangered species. Since the winds were quite strong the day we visited the outside show where some of the birds were allowed to fly was cancelled. The demonstrations and exhibits inside the park area were very interesting and to see some of the huge rare birds of prey was just incredible. This center is worth visiting.

It was $10 to get in each. We saw about 10 birds in enclosures. They had a short talk and brought out an old for us to see. That was the coolest part of being there. We didn't see any birds on the trails or in the area flying. I was a little disappointed but it was ok.

I stumbled upon this place and I couldn't be more happy with an accident. The information inside is perfect, not too overwhelming and good for all ages. The birds they have on display are amazing and a good variety. The flight show is amazing. While watching the birds fly overhead you look over the Boise Foothills. Couldn't ask for a better spent afternoon.

We had a great visit and enjoyed seeing the hawks and owls up close. When you're there, be sure to take a tour of the falconry library/archives on the other side of the the parking lot--by guided tour only.

My husband and I visited here on Saturday October 12th. It’s not very big but you are able to see different types of birds and learn about them, the Peregrine Fund and how it helps with the research of endangered raptors around the world. There is a fee for the center and there is lots of parking on site. There’s even a short trail that leads to an overlook and you may see some birds flying around.

Twenty five years had passed since our first visit here and some things had changed. What hadn't was the great work they do to save our birds of prey. Our docent, Christy, was extremely knowledgeable and personable. There are birds on display and exhibits to look at, in addition to all that goes on behind the scenes. Getting close to a California Condor was a highlight of our visit.

We visited for about an hour - birds were caged including two condors. Two volunteers brought out birds in their arms and talked about them.

We were there on a cold, grey day but the birds were so fascinating we forgot the weather! The docents are highly knowledgeable and you can tell they like their jobs. This was one of the best animal displays and information I’ve seen. Highly recommend.

We expected to see many more birds,there were only about 10-12 In cages....
The show too was not impressive,it included a ranger holding an owl and it he did was talk about the bird.

This place is a great little place to take a nature walk with you children. We go here several times a year. The exhibits show the different stages of hatching fish and they have a large pond where you can watch the large sturgeon.

This was the third time this year we've visited. It is one of the places we take our friends and relatives that come to visit us. The place is very interesting and a fascinating view into the recovery of different raptors.

I was quite surprised the place is very nicely organized, its clean, have plenty of parking and reasonable prices. Very close to the city and if you love birds of pray this is a must.

It is well done, and very interesting! Please follow the tour guide so you can go inside the archives, AWESOME!!!

We got here just an hour before it closed (traffic on road trip), but we're so glad we stopped & got to see all of the lovely & regal birds.

We are avid birdwatchers in general and raptor lovers in particular. We spent an enjoyable rainy morning visiting, watching and learning about the birds and the breeding/repopulation programs. Not to be missed if you enjoy wildlife and are concerned about them and habitat.

A great place to learn about birds of all kinds. spread your arms and see how big of bird you measure up to. presentations and the archive building are very informative. indoor displays, as well as outdoor displays. Will be easier to get to once the detour is finally completed August 2018. Annual membership makes it easier to visit, multiple times throughout the year.

I took my husband to the World Center for Birds of Prey while we were in Boise for a sporting event. My husband always has an "eye to the sky", so I thought he may enjoy their Fall Flight. Even though I'm not much of a bird person, we both LOVED it! To have these large birds flying over you in the open sky (there is no netting like a zoo), was amazing! Plus, we sat way down front because we were almost late, and I think it was the best seat in the house. I got so many amazing photos! The birds were beautiful, amazing, and ahhhh, I just recommend this to anyone as a great way to spend a morning with nature!

Afterwards, we went to the center to do a little more exploring, the exhibits were very nicely done. However, nothing compares to the Fall Flight!

Lots of information. They showcased the birds. They gave a really good presentation at 11, 1 ,and 3. they also had volunteers take the birds out to an area where you could almost touch them, and get a small presentation and ask any questions.

A college reunion congregated at a friend's home in Boise during the weekend of the total eclipse. We travelled up to the scenic mesa above the city of Boise to view the eclipse at the Birds of Prey sanctuary , and boy what a treat! The staff were friendly and knowledgeable as we observed owls, eagles and condors up close. We walked through the exhibits and bird habitats as we waited for the eclipse, and then throughly enjoyed eclipse viewing.

We both enjoyed our visit thoroughly. It was very informative and a great chance to see some rare birds up close.

The is a wonderful place to take children, as well as adults. You interact with the Eagles and learn the great history at Birds of Prey! A fun way to spend a day, and learn to appreciate our bird's of prey.

If you are in Boise do not miss a visit to the World Center for Birds of Prey. Wander the exhibits and do not miss the movie, bird talk, or the falconry tour. Started by the Peregrine Fund to save endangered peregrines it is now investigating disappearing raptors around the globe. They have active programs to reintroduce California condors and Aplomado falcons as well. They do amazing work to analyze the cause of a raptor population is plummeting and then work with locals to reinstate it. Really important work to see.

This is a really cool place to visit. The story of how this organization has helped bring back the nearly extinct California Condor and the peregrine falcon is very impressive. The mission of this place is to save birds from extinction as well as educate people about them and offer people through the world ideas of changes that can be made to preserve birds of prey. They have a movie about their mission as well as birds on display. We watched a live bird demonstration about Oliver an Eagle Owl. It was very informative. Oliver is a really cool owl.

Went there for a field trip with BSU. Had a lot of fun and glad I went. I have always wanted to see it and I finally got my chance. The people were so friendly and wanted to tell you all about the programs and animals they have.

We visited for the flight show. 3 generations (93,60 and 30) were amazed. Seeing the different birds in flight just above our heads was terrific. You could hear the air from their wings. Terrific afternoon

We make this a visitor stop, whenever we have out of town guest. The visit is never disappointing, always educational and interesting. A Treasure Valley Treasure.

Enjoyed the indoor presentation. Would have liked to have seen one of the outdoor presentations. I didn't even see a schedule for the outdoor presentation and the staff were very busy in the gift shop so we didn't get a chance to ask.

I highly suggest visiting when in the area. It doesn’t really matter the time of year other than it is more enjoyable when it’s warm. Very educational and something for the entire family!

I absolutely loved my visit! My daughter and I were able to see some extremely rare and beautiful birds. Our visit was fun and we’re happy to be a part of the survival of endangered species!

We visited as part of our Mother's Day outing. Very informative and a fun experience overall. We learned quite a bit about the great efforts of the Birds of Prey team to protect those species of birds.

Our kids' attention spans weren't as long as the adults on a hot day, but we all enjoyed ourselves. Some exhibits are outdoors and some indoors, and there is a shaded grassy area where volunteers introduce a bird each hour. The California condors were quite the sight and we loved reading about the work being done around the world to protect birds of prey. Would love to come back if we're in the area.

Last weekend I took friends from Holland to our International Center for the Birds of Prey atop a hill south of Boise. Not only is the museum informative and inspirational in the quest to enhance numbers of endangered species, but also the 3 o’clock outdoor show was fun. Several different kinds of birds flew over a crowd to their falconier’s wrists and swooped low to stone perches on the hillside auditorium. It proved a sunny day in autumnal Boise can impress anybody. My guests loved it.

We heard about this place via small talk in a restaurant and we decided to adjust our travel plans to be able to go there. GPS will correctly take you there, but it is a good 20 min drive outside Boise. Easy parking and not crowded. The place is a sanctuary for birds of prey and your tour guide (and those at the gift shop) are volunteer that take their job with professionalism, charisma and fantastic attitude. You will learn about the birds, see some close by and feel humbled by the volunteers. You will see the researchers showing groups of kids around too, which was good to see too. By all means, go!

Absolutely an amazing place. Loved seeing the birds up close and personal. The exhibit on falconry is amazing. The staff are knowledgeable and you can tell they love what they do. Their goal is great, to keep these species alive and well throughout the world.

Schedule your visit so you can listen to one of the talks, they select a specific bird everyday. The staff is helpful and knowledgeable. It's fun, educational and entertaining. Highly recommend for both adults and kids.

This is a nice but small facility. You'll only see but a few birds on display I think you need to be a real bird fan or falconer to appreciate it.

Very impressive facility where the work and the information outshine the exhibits. Although not great in number the live exhibits are well done and there are great plans to expand. They have live demonstrations as well. I don't know if they are scheduled on a program but we saw a couple while we were there. Their story and history are told in indoor displays that allow you to appreciate the importance of the conservation work that they do and how they have grown from doing specific work with perigrine falcons to a world class resource for many endangered species from other parts of the world.

Our family enjoyed the "Fall Flights" outdoor stadium raptor education experience, visiting the museum and the excitement of seeing diverse raptors in their protective, outdoor enclosures. WCBP rehabilitates, saves endangered species and educates the public. We learned important information about what causes wildlife to become endangered, ie: lead shot and environmental toxins used for pest control. Great experience for all ages.

What a fabulous resource for Idahoans and for the conservation world at large! This educational center is small but well designed, with interesting exhibits, live bird demonstrations (including outdoor flying demos in the fall), and a beautiful, windswept hilltop location just out of Boise. Highly recommended for all ages. Our family visits the center every year or two and never feel bored.

The work here has changed the world and that is no exaggeration. The volunteers are just great. If you like birds and Raptors come to this amazing place.

What a pleasant surprise to find this world-class facility right here in Boise! We enjoyed our self-guided tour through the exhibits and some of the birds on display in the lovely outdoor area, but the highlight of our visit was the docent bird presentation and the tour of the Falconry Archives.

Our docent, Steve, did a fantastic job -- his presentation skills are excellent and his knowledge of birds, the Center and the sport of falconry were amazing. Weaving relevant stories in with interesting facts, Steve held the attention of everyone attending his presentations and handled questions and audience feedback beautifully. Having not had the opportunity to see any of the other docents I have no way of knowing if they're as good as ours, but I can highly recommend Steve -- try to get in on one of his talks -- you won't be disappointed.

Spend an hour or so at this sanctuary. They have serveral birds of prey on display. They have all been injured and could not be safely returned to the wild. We also were lucky to get a tour into the falconry library and heard all about the history of falconry.

This was a wonderful experience and we are coming back to see the birds fly! The falconry exhibit is very interesting and we learned a lot about this ancient sport. The birds we saw were magnificent and the handlers were great at answering questions. It was thrilling to see these magnificent birds up close.

Without the live bird demo and tour of the falconry center it would have been very dull. The tour guides know a lot about each bird but there are few in display. When I learned more about their mission it helped me understand why every bird they care for was not on view. Two hours is plenty as long as your time overlaps with the live demo

A very informative place to learn about the birds of prey in the area and about the recovery of the Peregrine Falcons from the endangered list. If there are demonstrations, stay and watch those. There's a good gift shop with excellent books.

Took our grandson for his first visit and was a great outing. Staff brought out a recently hatched chick and gave a super lecture. Wonderful working experience.

The staff is fabulous! They seem so well informed and are extremely great hosts volunteering to expound on specific bird info; guide guests through the exhibit and more. The attraction is very clean and well organized, but unless you have intense interests, are willing to do a LOT of reading or are merely out for the scenery and fresh air, it can be, as it was for me, a let down. Having read rave reviews, I expected to see more live birds. Seeing huge birds of prey confined to cages, albeit room size cages, was a disappointment. I thought they would be in gigantic aviaries where they could fly to stretch their wings and I expected more birds. Kudos to the well organized self guided tour and to the excellent written displays. The peregrines which were brought out on handlers' arms are gorgeous as was a hawk.

They do an awesome job. I was down at the Grand Canyon and was so proud when I watched a film in the visitors center that mentions the work they do.

The lecture on kestrels, presented by staff wearing gloves (and a kestrel on that glove) was my favorite part of the tour. We also learned that it would be nice if hunters in this region would switch over to copper ammo. This would help prevent lead poisoning in birds of prey. Lead ammo shatters and gets into the meat of field dressed animals, when birds feed on these caracasses, the lead enters their bloodstream, killing them.

Excellent family outing. Passionate staff and it is an amazing experience to get to see these birds up close.

We took time to visit "Birds of Prey" on our 2nd trip to Boise after hearing about the attraction on our first trip. We really enjoyed the experience. The caretakers and volunteers really enjoy their job and make the sanctuary a very positive experience for everyone. The bottom of every hour, one of the caretakers presents an up-close look with one of their birds. We learned a lot about the Peregrine Falcons and the California Condors. Very intriguing! This is definitely a "go-back" to place, and I would recommend spending time to check it out. Expect to spend about 1.5 hours here.

This center is fairly small but the conservation work they do is important. On the surface it seems a little expensive for only being able to see a few birds, but the entrance fee helps the organization in ways that we don't necessarily see on these grounds. Not particularly geared toward taking photos or seeing the birds in movement but we found the species there interesting. I would suggest to time it so that you can see the live raptor presentation as without that, you could probably see what they have in 20 minutes or so. We also were able to go to the falconry exhibit next door and really enjoyed it. It's a bit of a drive but great views of Boise.

Not a large facility, just a few birds on display, definitely do the tours (raptors and falconry archive). I would have liked to have spent more time in the archive, lots of displays and artifacts. This was my side trip before heading to the airport, and 2 hours was not enough. Staff are passionate about their mission and success.

We stopped by the World Center for Birds of Prey while in Boise for the weekend. We enjoyed the short talk featuring a red-tailed hawk. I was surprised at how small the center was. There were just a few birds inside and a few outdoor birds. The California Condor exhibit was nice and large, though. I thought it would be an entire afternoon activity, but it was more like an hour and a half.

This place was a real disappointment with just 10 different birds and only one close up inside with a demonstration. We felt short changed and spent only an hour here. They clearly do a good conservation job but that wasn’t what we were there for. When we compare it to the fun and excitement we had with dozens of different birds at an equivalent place back home (Gauntlet in Cheshire if you want some hints) a bit of a waste of time.

Wow, what a resource. World class raptor rehab center, right here in Boise. Excellent educational programs with an outstanding staff that takes extra time/effort to make sure kids are having fun and learning. Very interactive!

Even if you're not one of the above but are open to learning about raptors - GO! This was an amazing place. There are indoor and outdoor spaces. You get up close encounters with the birds. Who knew turkey vultures are cute? Very informative exhibits covering different species, eggs, feathers, etc. On the half hour a staff person brings out one of the education animals, tells a little bit about the bird, answers all your questions, and you get to take up close photos of these magnificent creatures. Also, by supporting the Center you are helping conservation efforts and birds need our help. It isn't a large place. We were allotted 1.5 hours but it wasn't crowded so we were able to linger and happily did so for about 2.5 hours total. The staff are very friendly and happy to talk birds. There is a gift shop to buy a souvenir to remind you of your visit.

A very casual place with staff that is committed to teaching anyone who will listen the value of these majestic birds. Though it is a small facility - this is probably one of the few places in the world you will be able to see these magnificent creatures. Would love to be able to return for the fall flights.

If you’ve ever wanted to see a bald eagle or California condor or an owl up close do not miss this amazing place! They work with all kinds of birds of prey and it is well worth your time! The knowledgeable tour guides bring out amazing birds for you to see up close. Tremendous education for kids. Delightful experience for families. Be sure and take a guided tour! Take at least two hours to enjoy- we took three.

It's a nice facility for learning about birds of prey. They have several live birds that you can view. They have special shows a few times a day where you can see some of the birds fly, and they fly close to the audience! A few kids, including mine, left in between birds. Separate from the outdoor shows, there are also indoor displays. The welcome center is especially modern and welcoming. Fun to visit.

We visited the Center on a Sunday afternoon. They're very clever in their arrangements during COVID-19 times with limited visitors in three two-hour blocks and appropriately distanced seating during the bird flight demonstrations.

Other visitors were polite and complied with distance and mask requirements. Staff members and volunteers were unfailingly courteous and knowledgeable. And their passion for the World Center For Birds of Prey's mission and the birds themselves was clearly evident. Always such a delight to visit the exhibits and the live raptors. And, of course, the flights when raptor "ambassadors" fly between handlers while visitors learn about their lives and capabilities.

We who live here in the Boise valley are very lucky to have the Center so close. I'm very proud to be a member and I recommend that anyone in the world become a member to receive regular e-newsletters and special in-person and digital events notifications.

The Fall Flight was our first experience of its kind. Seeing the extraordinary birds fly free, and over our heads was emotional. We joined the organisation, and plan to be regulars. A must see.

It's a point of pride that the World Center for Birds of Prey is in Boise. The center is small enough to visit for an hour or two, yet each time I go, there is something new to see or learn. The docents are well-informed and passionate about helping visitors understand prey birds. All areas are easily accessible--great for toddler to grandparent!

An informative indoor/outdoor education center where you'll meet eagles, owls, vultures, hawks, and falcons from around the world. 

We used this as a venue for a business meeting and it was amazing they brought the birds out for the clients to see and they were so knowledgeable about the raptors. I highly recommend

A nice little conservation/education center just outside of the city. You don't need all day to visit, just a couple hours.

This is the second time we've been there.

The place is awesome. The staff are awesome. The birds...

AWESOME!!!

The birds are all there either because they were injured and cannot survive in the wild or they were raised by people and became imprinted to them (don't fear them) so they would likely be killed by unknowingly getting too close to people.

We spent a few hours here on our recent Boise trip. You can tell all employees and even volunteers love their job and are so excited and knowledgeable. The fella at the front desk starts you off with a nice back story and starts you off in the right direction! We got to see a bald eagle from about 5 feet away, now that was cool! This place does a lot for the raptor community, getting them repopulated to ward off extinction of species in some cases. There is a bunch of live birds and also exhibits of bird history and other cool artifacts! Jeff and I believe (Dick) did our main tour and they both did a great job explaining things. Go here and if you have kids I think they’d definitely enjoy it too!!

The Family and I went here last summer and we were loving it. Some very impressive birds, but check the website for what is happening there. Sometimes during certain seasons the center will sequester certain species. Educational, entertaining, and scary (again, theses birds are impressive!)

Come see Bob, an American Kestrel, and all his friends. You definitely want to try to be there in the afternoon for the flight show of several birds. Even though we missed that because of weather, we were able to view several of the birds up close. There are some birds in outside enclosures (including a bald eagle and some California condors), and then several others in an indoor area as well with additional exhibits. Extremely knowledgeable docents. Really enjoyed the visit.

Lots of great information nicely displayed inside and outside. Staff are friendly and helpful. We were lucky to be here during a “Meet and Greet” with one of the raptors - “Oliver”. There are also well maintained paved and unpaved trails around the property with information signs. We spent about 1 1/2 hours here and it was reasonably priced.

Location is a bit out of the way, but the exhibits and birds are interesting. Great educational programs.

What I appreciate about the World Center for Birds of Prey is that they only have rescue birds who for one reason or another, won't survive in the wild. This clean, educational facility is a great way to invest an afternoon. The people we encountered who work there are knowledgeable and happy to share information.

This is a fantastic place to visit. I highly recommend. We saw those birds that were not longer able to survive in the wild, as well as wild birds in the hills and mountains. Excellent presentation of an owl, and the feeding of a hawk. Informational and beautiful grounds.
Take your binoculars to see the wild birds.
Make a donation.

I am a big bird enthusiast and I was so impressed when I pulled up and saw California Condors right when i entered the facility...it was thrilling. I recently went to Zion and to see these very birds spoken about at Zion...it was amazing. It is a small facility but so much information and helpful staff. AMAZING!

Didn't see anything and they had no guides when we went. Really weird. I did not enjoy the experience.

My husband and I did not realize the extent of this Center. We thought they would have a few birds in cages and then some educational birds to show us. There were birds everywhere, in cages and glass enclosures, in a huge open air enclosure, inside buildings, etc. There were so many different kids of birds of prey and we were able to get fairly close to most of them. The California condors were truly a site to behold. The educational aspect was wonderful. There was all sorts of information inside the Center and we were lucky enough to catch a presentation with some of the birds. This is well worth the trip to see it.

We went to this place and it was very interesting and informative. Great displays and staff are friendly and really are doing a great job educating the public about these birds. It was a nice way to spend a few hours on a lovely day.

The drive to the Center was enjoyable as we left busy streets and headed into open land. The center was well organized and the display of residents birds impressive. The breeding colony of 20 condor pair was also impressive.
The staff who gave the bird talk with a Screech Owl was very well informed and had great engagement skills with the audience. Would recommend highly.

We took a trip to Boise and decided to visit this place. It was a nice visit, but overpriced for something so small. You get to see about 10 different birds of prey, but it took less than 1 hour to see the entire thing and 30 minutes of that was the show they put on. It was neat to see a falcon up close, but not something we would attend more than 1 time.

What a cool place! I would say allow 2-3 hours, but if you're in a hurry probably 1 hour would do. We enjoyed the live demonstration with the Barred Owl. They are currently working on saving the California Condor, after having worked diligently and successfully to save the Peregrine Falcon. This is not just a place to visit, this is an organization to support in their bird conservation/rehabilitation efforts.

The place is amazing. Everyone is very nice and knowledgeable. We had a young man named Oliver and if he didn’t know something he was willing to find out. The one tall gentleman was excited as much as the group when he explained about the center right before we walked in. The birds are amazing and the live presentation was a million dollar experience.

Friendly and informative staff. Beautiful, well cared for birds. Got to see an interactive program with a kestrel named Penny. It doesn't take very long to tour the facility, but they offer other programs as well that we weren't able to participate in because of our own schedule.

Arrived at the center just in time to join in on a 1/2 hour lecture on Winston, a Western Screech Owl. Katherine did an outstanding job & was very patient with young ones' questions. Amazing birds and the condors were the highlight. The Peregrine Fund does an outstanding job of overseeing the preservation of raptors worldwide.

Great day was spent at the World Center For Birds of Prey. I enjoyed the dedicated people who preserve and protect endangered species and help build up the population for the future. The walking tour explaining the purpose of the Center and some of the live birds of prey were on display was nice. The tour came in two separate parts. One on falconry and other the endangered species. There is an outdoor exhibition during July through August but my wife and I just wanted to revisit the Center to support it.

This is the most unique and exciting experience to learn about raptors and watch them up close. I go to the World Center for Birds of Prey at least 5 times a year and can't say enough about each experience. I love being a donor to help this amazing facility and its cause. Thank you

This center is beautiful and definitely a unique experience. Our favorite part of the trip was learning about and seeing birds from all over the world. Beware, some the volunteers have inaccurate information and may speak to you like you're a child. With that said, the employees are very knowledgeable and everyone is friendly. The condors are outrageously large, true dinosaurs!

A great learning experience of the birds of prey that live and migrate through the Boise area. Most of the enclosures are a little small for such large birds, but they do get to stretch their wings and fly a little.

Very unique attraction. Whether you’re a toddler, teenager, or adult, seeing the magnificent birds and other displays is a wonderful experience. The opportunity to be within a few feet of eagles, hawks, condors, etc gives you a true appreciation for these birds. The conservation work they do at the World Center for Birds of Prey is invaluable and world-renowned.

A great hilltop location on the outskirts of Boise. A fine collection of caged birds of prey, as well as regularly scheduled shows with birds and their handlers. The facility also features a museum of falconry.

We love going to this place in October on a Saturday because they have an outdoor show where the birds fly around. It is greatd

There were some unusual birds that I have never seen. Jeff did a really great job bringing out a screech owl and talking about it. A lot to read and see, enjoyed it very much.

Excellent program and knowledgeable staff. The Ornate Hawk Eagle was a great Ambassador for the program. Loved the show.

Great staff and demonstration of turkey vulture feeding and training when we arrived. A number of other raptors that we had never seen before were there including several California condors. There is a visitor center with all manner of exhibits. Don't trust Waze to get you there.

This is definitely a small attraction. Things are probably different now as there was only 1 opportunity to see a bird outside of a cage during our allotted time. As a birder I had high hopes and this place felt a little hum drum to my family.

We decided that the good work they do there must outweigh the opportunities to see birds in their habitats. We would not make a second trip.

These birds are intriguing and amazing and this place is truly dedicated to their preservation. We enjoyed the exhibits, the many volunteers floating about to answer questions and the live bird shoe. Of note, some aspects of reviews / website suggest you get to see the birds fly or even handle them. This may be the case in certain seasons and situations but was not for our visit. Still a wonderful visit and lovely place to visit but it would have been amazing to see an outdoor show too so call first to set appropriate expectations.

Visited this facility since I am a real Raptor fan. Found it very interesting. We need more of this type of educational experiences for our young people today.

Although my wife and I have been members of the Center for the last 2 years, we have been out of the country during the outdoor "Fall Flights" demonstrations. Wow, we were there today and it was a wonderful presentation. Four birds of prey: a huge African Owl; two hawks and a falcon were put through their paces over the 1-hour presentation at the Center's outdoor amphitheater. We have been to the Center many times for their docent lectures and to observe the resident birds of prey and learn something new each time. Today, we got to observe the flight and training these birds receive. Well worth a visit anytime...but if you can get there before the last weekend (Nov 1,2,3) you can also see the Fall Flights. Check their website for details.

I recently took members of my extended family from out of town to see the World Center for Birds of Prey. The ages ranched from 6 to 82. All of them were awed by what they saw. This Center has brought several endangered bird species from all over the world back from extinction. We had a wonderful volunteer docent that told us about the various caged birds, talked about a tiny little screech owl and let us get close up photos of her. She then took us over to the archives building to see among other thinks the falconry exhibit. Only a few miles south of Boise, worth your time no matter your age. .

World Center for Birds of Prey is worth a visit in the Boise area. Staff is very friendly, knowledgeable on the different birds, and enthusiastic in answering questions. The place is split up with two buildings: bird viewing and a museum of falconry. The latter is only open two separate hours in the day. The highlights was seeing the harpy eagle and gyrfalcon. The place has a nice shaded location to have a lunch picnic on the grass with the family.

We went to take our son and granddaughter who is almost 6. It was very interesting and she found it enjoyable along with us. Nothing not to like about this place. We saw the live bird presentation and that was very very interesting. Learned a lot. Would highly recommend. We stayed about 2 hours and seemed to take in most everything.

My wife and I took our 4, 5, and 17 year old children. Great bird sanctuary: bald eagle, California Condors, variety of owls, hawks, and other birds. They do a bird presentation at 2pm on Saturdays. The lecturers were very knowledgeable. There are also a few walking trails where you can look for the birds in their natural habitat. It's a clean beautiful setting. These birds are extremely well cared for. A great family event in Boise. A beautiful drive as well.

Fantastic experience with my family today. So fun and informative. Fabulous staff. Highly recommend.

The world center birds of prey is an interesting place to visit with family or by yourself. The birds are amazingly trained. The employees are so knowledgeable.

Being able to ask questions about individual birds that were brought out with handlers. They are very respectful of the birds. Keep watching for new birds to come out with their handler.

We didn't know that birds of prey are threatened populations of birds. We were educated as to the severity of this problem. Most importantly, we were educated as to the solutions the Birds of Prey organization offers and has successfully acted upon. As one example of several, this group has helped to rescue the condor, which was threatened by extinction. Other species of birds are also on their radar, and with their efforts, other species should rebound. The Peregrine Foundation is the charitable organization which supports Birds of Prey. As a result of our visit, we have donated to the foundation to help its efforts.

We had a hard time with the construction on finding the place, but did not give up. On the top of a hill top we found it finally. We learned so much about all kinds of every day winged predator. I had no idea that people used to use Hawks to hunt! So much to learn with amazing benefactors that gave real life knowledge and historical pieces. Can't be replaced. I wish there were more places like this in America!

We stop in Boise every time we travel west so we can visit the birds. Today they had two shows in the afternoon, so we were able to view them both. This is an outstanding place to visit.

We had an extra day in Boise and took our grandson to the Birds of Prey exhibit. It is a small place with only a few species on display. The did have a volunteer bring in a bird on his gloved arm and talk about the bird. One was a small owl and the other was a hawk. The museum exhibit is very good. I would say the entire experience was about 2 hours.

Very impressed by achievements of this centre. Great display of birds who are unable to be rehabilitated which is such a tragic human consequence. Volunteers were so very knowledgeable & you could sub in & out of the talks as you needed to. Ensure you get there in time for a guided tour in the research centre. Check website as they do external bird flight displays in September on the weekends, shame we couldn’t be there for this.

Stopped by to see their education displays, rehab birds of prey. Especially theCalifornia Condor. That is their specialty and they are the only condor breeding center in the USA. Education materials are well done, but the discussion in the auditorium focused on a screech owl which I don't consider a bird of prey although they followed that with an outdoor falconry demo.
They are also a major player in the recovery of the US population of Perigren falcons.
Would have rated the place an full five if they had brought a hawk or falcon into the auditorium discussion.

We spent half a day there. They have a tour that takes you through the research center which it appears is used by a number of researchers. They have a breeding center also as well as the areas where the birds that have been rehabbed are on display. The condors have a large outdoor area. The tour allows time for the staff to give their talks and answer questions and a chance to just wander through the display areas. We are glad we went to this center.

Our group received a private tour. Curtis and the other guide, whose name I do not remember, provided excellent info on The Peregrine Fund and its work. I had no idea how much impact we humans have on the various birds. Wind farms, lead, pesticides, and electricity all take a toll. Very educational.

The Peregrine Fund is involved in conservation efforts all around the world, which are detailed at the impressive visitor center. But the stars of the show are the many birds of prey that live at the sanctuary and can be visited by the public. The docents floating around the outdoor enclosures were extremely friendly and informative, but our favorite part was the live bird shows done in the small theaters inside. The birds are used to their educational role and are not too flustered by people with cameras! We're only sorry that we couldn't attend the outdoor free flight show -- it was cancelled the day of our visit because of high winds. Check the website to confirm if that show will go on as scheduled (3 pm on fall weekend days).

We also enjoyed the tour of the falconry archive quite a bit. This is a small facility but very informative and well worth a visit of a few hours in Boise.

This place was great! They are doing important work to save these birds of prey. The daily program was educational and the staff all were very knowledgeable. They have a variety of birds for you to see.

When we arrived at the World Center for Birds of Prey, one of the handlers was showing a female red-tailed hawk. She was very knowledgeable about the bird, and about the programs for endangered raptors. There were many birds we had never seen before, and the information on what is being done to save these beautiful birds world-wide was truly inspirational.

We spent a few hours at the BoP center. It was very educational without being dry. We were a group of adults, but there were kids there as well, and they were really taken by the center.

We were in Boise and looking for things to do and saw a review on it and decided to go. It was very rewarding and the facility is really nice. The bird exhibits were good but the best part was the educational and history of the centers efforts. I highly recommend this to anyone that cares about saving the birds on this planet and the efforts to protect them. The California Condor recovery is a great example of what can be done.

We read about this place in a travel book, and took a chance. It was very well worth our time to see birds of prey. They had a presentation on one of the owls. It was the closest I have been to seeing condors, also.

This place is amazing, if you have any interest in birds of prey this is the place to go. If you’re not interested, you will be after you visit. The hours, work, and dedication everyone there has is unbelievable.

One great thing about World Center For Birds of Prey is that everything there changes with the seasons. The huge thing is, they are local and have had a global impact on out environment.

I️ would like to give a special “shoutout” to a unique young man volunteering there named Owen, he assisted in teaching one of our classes and did a fantastic job! Great job Owen!

The children loved seeing all the birds up close. They really liked watching the birds fly to and away from the handler.

If you like animals or views or nature in general, this is a great place to visit. Read up on the daily schedule so that you can time your visit to catch the activities you want to see. There is a falconry exhibit and tour, a film and bird exhibition, and in the fall, bird flight exhibitions. The birds kept there are beautiful. There is a small educational hike as well. Very enjoyable over all!

We are so grateful that the World Center for Birds of Prey has been able to reopen.
We visited yesterday with our six year old granddaughter, who is driven by all things wild. We have been members for some years, but unable to visit for some time. From the moment we entered the Center, the staff and docents made us feel welcome and appreciated. During this "Covid Time" the number of daily visitors is limited, which gave us a wonderful opportunity to spend our time with the docents who enlightened us on the history and current activities of the Center and the Peregrine Foundation. They introduced us to all the birds--we learned so much. We met face-to-face with several of the education birds. Most impressive was Oliver, the quite beautiful Eagle Owl from Africa. What a handsome chap! We were delighted with all the improvements over the years--the outside Condor aviary, the new classroom, the renovation of the habitats inside and out, and so much more. Our granddaughter fell in love with Sky, the Bald Eagle, and would have gladly camped for the rest of her vacation right in front of her home! What a blessing to Boise and the Treasure Valley this Center is. Its outreach is world wide, and is one of the organizations making a true difference in the understanding and preservation of the natural world. I would encourage everyone to be sure to visit, or, if you live locally, become a member and visit often. You will love the experience, and be able to enjoy wonderful privileges, like attending evening programs about the latest endeavors of the foundation and the development of the Center.

We totally enjoyed our visit there. Great exhibits and they have different volunteers who give presentations at the differents exhibits.

The staff were all super helpful and nice. We got to see 2 showings where they bring a bird out on their arm and answer questions, both of which were interesting. Can't believe how big the condors are up close. The facility is not super large, but easily had enough to fill a couple hours, and they look like they are expanding.

Gorgeous facility and even more gorgeous birds! Educational and always fascinating. The membership is a very good price, and lets you get free access to their Fall Flights displays, which are thrilling. I love this place!

My family and I visited the center while we were on a vacation in Boise, and it was about a 45-minute drive outside of the city to get here. Tickets are reasonably priced for this incredibly educational experience. The main building at the center has different areas that house various birds of prey, and there are many exhibits as well, which elaborate on each bird's habitat, diet, and overall existence in the wild. After walking around briefly, we went into a showroom and watched a film that discussed the origins of the center and its mission to preserve endangered raptors. Then, one of the center's workers brought out a hawk and permitted us to take pictures, all while answering questions about the bird's lifestyle in both captivity and the wild. Another portion of the center is called the Falconry Archives, which is a library that contains antique equipment and literature that document the art of falconry throughout the ages. If you are interested in visiting the Archives, make sure that you plan your visit around late morning/midday: there is only one tour of the Archives each day, and it takes place around that time frame.

We attended two of the live bird presentations. Both were great. A lot of information and things to see. The staff was very friendly and welcoming.

We were here for a Memorial for some very special and outstanding people who had a passion for Falconry in their lives. It is a very interesting place to add to your itinerary and the views of the Boise valley from here are spectaular. The staff who volunteer their service are wonderful; kind people and were very accomodating to our families at this sad time for us.

Enjoyed the facility with teenage grandchildren.learning center with hands on Tour areas were small but they also had closed circuit cameras so you could see what was happening in private work areas. Enjoyed the birds on display, they also have flight /training demonstrations as well as a hands on learning center even small children can get excited about. Was not able to tour the library area or enjoy the hiking area due to time constraints but others seemed to. Staff and volunteers were all very friendly and knowledgeable.If you want to hike, the path is on a hill so you might want walking shoes, otherwise sandals or slip-ons are fine.

Nice surprise on a hilltop retreat. Expertise on bird knowledge good for beginners thru advanced. World class library with resource art, books, historical items, etc. Rescued birds available for viewing, and rescue program detailed. Don't miss this one.

Located a few miles south of downtown, this attraction is located on top of a hill, in a scenic area. There are a number of activities available where you can interact with a docent. They have exhibits on falconry, and a number of birds of prey to see. There are hiking trails in 2 directions, interpretative trails.Overall, entertaining and informative.

This is not a museum or zoo but, rather, a place where they breed birds of prey. There are several displays, which are modest, but the best part was the bird show. They not only showed the birds but also spent time discussing each one and why it is special.

While a bit out of the way, it is worth a couple hours to visit.

This place was incredible! The animals are cared for and you can see them up close. We got to meet Tulio the ornate hawk eagle and Oliver the milky eagle owl. The location is gorgeous and the staff is incredibly well informed.

Frankly, Boise is not a great tourist destination. A couple of museums and a zoo and not much else. But then there's this international birds of prey center which is a combination of public education, public display, research, and more. Definitely would recommend it if you have any interest in birds.

Great place to see a Bald Eagle and other birds of prey up close. There were beautiful and well kept. We also saw many hawks aloft in their natural habitat. The California Condors performed their "dance" for us!

Joe, an apprentice falconer, showed us a red-tailed hawk. He was so friendly and patient!

Great displays of live birds. Has regular sessions up close with select birds. Almost the "education" display material is outstanding. The facility houses about 45 Cal. Condors (only a few are on display This place has raised and released an enormous number of Perigrin Falcons - I believe more than 5,000 ..that's 5,000. constantly raising and releasing endangered birds. What's open to the public isn't huge - but it's truly a quality experience.

Every time I come here I am amazed at what a great, educational facility we have here in Idaho. There is so much to learn it definitely is worth more than one visit. The displays are in great condition and are still relevant. There is obvious care put into this facility and the care they have for the birds and public.

We enjoyed meeting kestrels, a Harris hawk and gorgeous Bateleur Eagles. The Condor exhibit is tops! We got to see them fly to their perches. They are doing awesome work to bring back species that are on the brink of extinction.

Wasn't sure what to expect, but had many different birds on display, and history of the center was very interesting. Reasonably priced - worth a couple of hours. They have done good work it seems.

A close up view of living endangered eagles, buzzards, hawks and owls boardering an environment set aside for local birds of prey habitat. Live demonstrations, up close and on the lawn in some cases.

Really enjoyed learning more about birds of prey and introducing my niece and her daughter to the center. Love the colors on the male kestrel. The volunteers were very informative and knew the information about the birds.

We have been members for 2 years now and I live in California with relatives in Boise area. Great place and committed to helping these creatures survive. They have raised and released over 200 Condors into the Grand Canyon and 90% are still alive.One hour is plenty although we have spent 2 hours on occasion. There is a self guided tour and formal tours and shows. NO restaurants.

We have traveled many places to see birds so a chance to see California condors was a no-brainer. The Center has a couple in a large exhibit where they have some room to spread their wings and fly a bit. They are massive! There were also some other unusual raptor species, such as battaleur eagles from Africa. At 10:30 am, a volunteer made a presentation; on this morning it was about a Swainson's hawk which he brought out on his fist and talked about for nearly 1/2 hour. We did not have time to stay for the 11 am falconry presentation in their archive. The Center is operated by the Peregrine Fund which has brought this species back from the brink of from extinction. It's great work they do and should be supported.

Not much going on here. Check in didn't give information about tours, so missed out on the falconry. Folks are not friendly or informative. Felt sorry for the birds in cages.

We recently visited the World Center for Birds of Prey and found it a very worthwhile stop. It was extremely educational and informative.

Beautiful drive out to this space with wonderful views. Very educational and lady that did a showing of Winston the owl was very nice and learned a lot about his habits. Happy to see all the good work they do in conserving endangered raptors around the world. Go get educated!

Awesome place wonderful staff very knowledgeable. I believe it is a national birds of pray Center!!!

World Center For Birds Of Prey is a wonderful place to view some incredible birds! The Condors are incredible as well as all other birds living there. The people working there are very nice and extremely knowledgeable. We had a great time.

My daughter and I were in Boise for business and went to the World Center for Birds of Prey. The facility was smaller than expected but there were still a fair number of birds and a great exhibit of the California condors. The staff was very pleasant and well informed. In fact, the young staff members gave us more information than we could have expected. We were able to see falcons and owls up close and it was interesting going through the Archives of Falconry. If you are looking for information on birds of prey, spend a couple of hours and I'll be well worth the trip.

When looking up "Things to Do" in Boise the World Center for Birds of Prey came up as #2 so even though I'm not a bird person we decided to check it out. It was a bit of a drive away but we went for it. It had been a rainy day but thankfully the rain subsided for a bit and we were able to enjoy our visit. We arrived and went into the gift shop to purchase some drinks, snacks, and tickets. Soon after purchasing tickets we were told there would be a tour at the Archives of Falconry and to wait for our guide near the entrance, then the guide arrived with a large group and told us there would be a practice flight for some of the raptors. So we all made our way outside to an ampitheater to enjoy five really cool raptors practice for the Fall of Flights show in October. Although it was chilly, we thoroughly enjoyed the opportunity to watch them fly, learn about them as a species and the birds as individuals. The staff did a really outstanding job on educating the visitors about their preservation work and being responsible hunters encouraging the use of non-lead bullets. After the presentation we walked through the outdoor and indoor exhibits. We skipped out on the Archives and the 1/4 mile trail because of timing and weather. Overall it was and extraordinary experience and so glad we visited.

If you are a nature lover, this is a 'must stop'. There are several large outdoor aviaries plus a building where you go inside and see several others. They have several 'shows' scheduled throughout the day where a bird is featured and discussed. It is not a large facility and is definitely designed to educate rather than entertain. We spent 1-2 hours there.

My husband and I really enjoyed visiting this center, which does a lot of great conservation work to preserve species on the brink of extinction. While the area for the public is not that large, we were able to walk around and see a variety of large birds such as condors, eagles, and hawks. We also attended a presentation by one of the employees who had an adorable little owl on his hand. He spoke to us about owls and their characteristics and we learned more about the facility. Great way to spend an hour or so and support a worthy cause.

Where will you ever see a condor in real life? And a bald eagle, a peregrine falcon, a barn owl and a bunch of birds of prey you might never have heard of before! This Center has bred more condors in captivity than any other place. They brought the peregrine falcon back from extinction! The Center isn't that big but it contains some amazing animals and wonderful exhibits. The best part is the interaction sessions they offer. You meet Winston the barn owl and Gus the peregrine falcon or other birds. So fun and eye opening to hear how they mate, what they eat, how many young they have, the obstacles they face, etc. Your whole family will love it and your money will support a great cause. It was one of the highlights of our trip to Boise!

During certain times they bring out a variety of birds and you sit in an amphitheater while the birds do their thing. It's amazing to watch. The birds can be unpredictable at times- they are wild birds. I wouldn't bring kids under 5 as you have to be very still at times.

This is a wonderful place to see a wide variety of birds of prey and learn about them. It is a great place to bring children to teach them about conservation and the environment. They have up close interaction as well as exhibit displays.

This was one of the best attractions I went to in Boise. The demonstrations were very education, and the live birds were fun to look at. They also have a beautiful Harpy Eagle.

This is a small physical facility with world-wide connections to projects designed to support, care for and advocate for raptor populations all over the globe. The staff is dedicated and knowledgeable, leading discussions and tours related to their extensive resource center. Don't miss the museum on falconry--it has amazing artifacts. Elementary school age children especially will enjoy seeing the birds fly and interact with their handlers.

Idaho is home to the World Center for Birds of Prey, a research and health care center for wild birds of prey. It was instrumental in the recovery of the California Condor. The center takes in injured birds from across the globe to assist the specie in recovery and sustainability. There are flight demonstrations with various birds several times a week for visitors to get up close and personal with the various birds. There is a small zoological holding area for a variety of the birds who live full time at the center. The Center is an outstanding educational platform for people desiring to learn about these magnificent creatures. The Center is located south of Boise near the town of Kuna, so you are far enough away from civilization to get a good look at southern Idaho landscape. Plan at least an hour if you are not visiting during the flight demonstration times, and probably two hours with the demonstration. Employees wander about with smaller hawks for visitors to see and photograph. Well worth the visit.

Who knew that the largest Raptor breeding facility in the World was in Boise Idaho???
Great place to visit. I live here and became a member, go about once a month. The birds are amazing and so are the volunteers. If you are visiting Boise don't miss this.

The World Center for Birds of Prey is a unique place. Admission is reasonable and the personnel are friendly and knowledgeable. There are several birds of prey on display; all have been injured and cannot be returned to the wild. The World Center is several miles south of Boise, easy to find using GPS, and worth visiting.

The staff at this center were very knowledgeable and were able to answer all of our questions. It was very cool to see the birds to learn about how this center has helped the California Condor population recover through the years!

This is a must see if you are in the Boise area! The staff is very passionate and educated in their mission. The birds are well cared for. The exhibits are very educational and interactive. The presentations are an added bonus, exceptional! Many impressive raptors. The grand kids (ages 6,4, & 1 1/2) all loved it.

Learn about captive breeding programs for several birds if prey species and how the Peregrine falcon was returned from the brink of extinction. Plan to spend a couple hours and catch at least one show where they bring birds out to teach about them. If you have time, catch the guided Archives tour, where you weill learn about the sport if Falconry and enjoy their outdoor nature trails. During October, they also offer outdoor Flight Programs in an amphitheater where you will see Birds of Prey flying in the open. Admission prices are very reasonable. Additional donations arer always welcome to support their programs. Free parking.

My son and I took the short drive up there one afternoon. He is readying for Med school so is into biology. We both really enjoyed our time there. The Condors were awesome to see. I do wish there was a bit more to it, but we did visit in January. We plan to go back in the summer or fall and give it another go. This is a nice little jewel of a place for Boise. We should appreciate it.

I give a 4-pip rating only because I expected a larger facility with more birds available. There were 8-10, whereas I was expecting something more akin to the Cascades Raptor Center near Eugene Oregon that has at leas a couple dozen.
That said, what is here is all top notch. The place was over-run with helpful staff and volunteers, so we learned a lot. We were fortunate to overlap with a outdoors flight display of a resident owl at 1pm. The enclosures have great visibility.

The birds at the World Center for Birds of Prey are awesome! In October you get a special treat of watching them fly....right over your head. The tour guides do an excellent job of teaching about the birds, the various ways we have negatively impacted their survival, and efforts to help various species survive. I took a group of 30+ seniors. We all thoroughly enjoyed our afternoon.

I owe many of my great experiences to the TripAdvisor community, and this is another. This is an educational outing for folks of all ages. The raptor shows give an opportunity for a close encounter with these impressive birds. The volunteers are very knowledgeable and helpful, and love to share their enthusiasm for birds of prey. I spent about 1.5 hours, and could have spent more. $10 for an adult is very reasonable, and well worth the price.

This center and its exhibitions is amazing. If planning to go to the free flight demonstration, go early. The displays and information provided is great. The live interaction with a raptor is very educational.

From out of state and so glad we made the 1.5 hour stop. Was not aware of all the great projects the Fund has supported across the world. I came to see the California Condors but the 15 minute show featured a Peregrine Falcon – amazing to see it from only 10 feet away! There were not a lot of exhibits but they were really excellent. In order, saw a turkey vulture, American Eagle, condors, peregrine falcon, the Harpy Eagle, Barn Owl, Red Tailed Hawk and the Northern Aplomado Falcon. Definitely worth the price of admission.

From the time we walked into the World Center for Birds of Prey, we were greeted by volunteers who clearly loved their work. They provided great info and backstories for the birds living in the Center.

We went to Birds of Prey for Fall Flights. It was thrilling, beautiful and informative. My youngest grandson provided the sound track for what we were all thinking , “Whooooa!” The birds flew right over our heads so low that you definitely did not want to stand up. We all had a great time!

There are a lot of things to see and do at the Center. It was a cold day, but we got to see the hawks, eagle-owls and condors. Indoors, there was more to see and we had a great learning experience!

I wasn't planning on visiting here, but I'm very glad I did. The staff were lovely and very well-informed, and the facility is delightful. The birds that reside there are clearly well-cared for, and I had some very good discussions with staff members. Given the quality of the experience, I also think the admission price is more than fair.

The birds were interesting to look at. We especially liked the live bird show. It is a bit small. We wish there were more birds to view. The volunteers are very knowledgeable and we learned a lot.

This place is a must for nature lovers. If you are in the area you must stop by. You could spend all day, but we spent about two hours and learned so much from our guide, George. The passion and knowledge of the people here was outstanding. Very thoughtful exhibits. Worth your time and the $7 admission fee.

This place was WAY more fun than I expected. You can get really close to several of the birds they host there. I would highly recommend the tour of the Falconry exhibit as well as the informative sessions they have. You'll learn a lot!

This is an interesting outing for adults and children over 5 or so. You get a chance to see the lively and sometimes comical California condors, an American bald eagle, and many different owls, eagles, hawks and falcons. The presentations are informative and the staff are knowlegable and friendly.

This place is a true gem. It's been around since 1970 and is truly a world center for raptors. They have started successful raptor conservation programs around the world. We were able to see an eagle, a falcon, and several other birds up close in enclosures outside with helpful docents providing fascinating discussions. In the building are many other beautiful birds in enclosures ( the harpy is huge!) with more helpful docents. There are fascinating exhibits and timelines. Every 45 minutes or so a docent brought a different bird on a glove to the shaded area outside and educated us on the bird. We were able to see and hear each bird close up. We would highly recommend this center.

This is a small place with a few lovely birds. The birds are well looked after and you can get close to them. The volunteers will bring some out for you to view. It is a very good cause. The must see thing to do in Boise. Boise also has some excellent shopping for outdoor gear.

I brought my niece and 15 month old great nephew. It was a relaxing and fun visit where we looked at the amazing birds and then had a little picnic at the picnic tables. The friendly volunteers have so much information. I liked that we could wander on our own. We will be back!

This is an excellent place to take your children to learn about conservation and information for birds they may not see too often. My little visitors called it the Bird Zoo! while most of the birds are in cages, their is an interesting room for little ones to don bird beaks and wings and see what that feels like! In the summer, one of the larger owls is often brought outside for a close encounter with visitors.

The World Center for Birds of Prey is a wonderful place to visit. There is so much information to absorb, and it's important the people go visit so we can start to understand our relationship with these beautiful creatures. They need us and we need them! I can't wait to see how the facilities evolve with their expansion coming soon. Can't wait to go back - 2 hours went by fast!

Well kept displays of birds of prey you would not otherwise see.. I love the Harpy Eagles..So Regal.,Plus their teaching areas are so much fun..Only place I've ever help red tail hawk..so precious..Highly recommend it for a family outing.

Recently I visited the World Center for Birds of Prey with my Granddaughter. The venue is amazing and the staff is extremely knowledgeable and helpful. This is a great place to visit for the whole family. The birds are simply amazing and they offer live presentations several times per day...which are a must!

This center is amazing! We went to the guided visit which shows you so many different birds. They have stories about each one, there habitat, what they eat and the countries they are found in. These people do great work!

What a surprise to learn that this small facility truly is a world center for research and reintroduction of endangered species worldwide. The small passionate volunteer staff was knowledgeable and answered many questions during the presentation. It was especially thrilling to see Peregrine Falcons and California Condors and learn about the Center's work to preserve these species. It was a treat seeing Penny (American Kestrel) fly. I left the center feeling a closer connection to the natural world.

This center is one of a kind. The live birds are wonderful and where else can you see a live condor?

This really means, WORLD center, meaning there is only one of these in the world. Everyone involved in this center is committed to the preservation of bird species that are increasingly vulnerable to extinction. I send them money every year to keep up the good work. Everyone we have taken to this center has come home, changed in profound ways. This is a national treasure and must see and lifetime experience. Go soon and often, the birds need your help and support. Good job everyone!!!

This center was originally for falcons to help their decreasing numbers. It spread to condors, owls, hawks, etc. Birds that hunt 'meat' to live are showcased here. The location itself is beautiful, views forever. Discount for senior citizens. The 'shows' are very interesting, up close to the large birds, lots of photo ops. They currently have 22 Condor eggs waiting to hatch. The education doesn't end. They have 'museum' areas filled with the history of falconry and the huge contribution the UAE for both the birds and for the environment. The day we visited there were several school groups in attendance. A great way for kids to learn about these fascinating strong birds as well as how our environment is causing their numbers to fall. A must do in south Idaho.

Take the time to see this center near Boise, ID. Easy to find on GPS. Archives were very interesting and wished I had more time to see more.

We enjoyed seeing the birds and found the exhibits informative. The guides were friendly and knowledgeable. Picnic areas were nice and we enjoyed eating our lunch while watching the Callifornia condors.

Tok a tour of the World Center for birds of prey and had an amazing time. The center is small but very educational. Would love to visit again.

What a marvelous attraction. One of only two or three in the world attempting to save the California Condor from extinction. We just happened to visit the day they were showing off a number of hawks in free flight over and around a large audience amphitheater. Great demonstration. Several different and rare birds on display. Much information provided and a live performance and demonstration given most days. A rare treat.

This was an amazing experience. I learned so much about the birds. They even had birds fly inches over your head! To see a California Condor up-close was memorable. My pictures do not do justice to this amazing place .

WC for Birds of Prey - a wonderful experience. The short drive off I-84 is well worth the time. To be so close to all of these beautiful predators was awesome. I always thought I knew quite a bit about these creatures but I knew very little and learned so much. Great place to take kids.

This is a very simple but excellent display of birds of prey. Small in size but plenty of live birds of prey and excellent presentation of live bird by one of the handlers.

We took our grandchildren last spring and they really enjoyed the experience. We walked the grounds and also listened to a presentation that was easy to follow for all members of our group!

We wanted something to do for a few hours and decided to stop here. We have four small children in our group and all seemed quite engaged in the different birds and exhibits on display.

We were able to enjoy a show while we were there and learned a lot about the turkey vulture and falcon.

I was especially impressed with the Sheikh Zayed Falcon wing. It was very well done and very informative.

The world center is a very unique place to visit and see some very hard to see birds of prey and endangered species. The center has seminars and little talks each day. In the fall they do bird flights which are pretty spectacular. All in all this is a nice place to spend some time when you are in the area.

Very informative. If you ever had a question about anything to do with birds, they have the answers. For 9 bucks?? So reasonable! I learned so much. The condors were awesome and all the other birds were beautiful. This place is a must see if you have a couple free hours in Boise. Don't miss the scenic hike around the compound. You won't regret your visit

Not many people know about this place. Based on Trip Advisor reviews decided to give it a try. Absolutely fabulous experience. They have multiple knowledgeable volunteers who are very dedicated to saving and preserving endangered birds of prey. Had a falconer give us a private tour of the museum. Incredible. Saw bird flights and demonstrations. Not many people there because of season. But this is a must see in Boise.

I love birds so it was a sad site the majestic balk eagle and others in a cage. They explained they were injured and would not survive but still sad. Not many bird but the highlight was a demonstration of a eagle responding to a trainer outside in the open while he dove right over us. The staff is very enthusiastic and dedicated. So kudoos to them for the efforts to safe injured birds. They had some really nice different birds inside a building but once again in large rooms, alone. It is worth a visit but as a bird lover it was sad for me.

We got there just as one of their live bird talks was starting, so they waved us in w/o paying at first. The man giving the talk was informative and amusing, cracking jokes and answering all questions. Almost immediately after that ended, he hosted a tour of the falconry archives, which has a nice museum display inside. After that, we picnicked outside before (paying and) visiting the rest of the center. The condors are impressive, but the rest of the collection is slightly underwhelming. About a dozen live birds in the whole place, so if you need more to be satisfied, skip it. The staff was friendly and helpful though.

Compared to many places, this is small. It sounds like from the talk that it holds many more birds than are on show. It fills maybe 90-120mins at best. That said the big birds they have are impressive and it is a charity run organisation, admission is cheap and it has great sights over Boise.

Not terrible, but not amazing.

How often do you get to see a California Condor ? This research facility has a breeding pair. Fantastic birds. There are a few other birds in enclosures to view. This is a small place but well done. We listened to a talk about the Peregrine falcon while the volunteer held the bird on her arm. This was indoors. Certain times of the year they have talks outside. If you have an interest in birds this is a good stop.

Interesting place to visit for both kids and adults. The Center is a great way to spend a couple of hours and offers AAA discounts on admission. Very educational!

Not a huge place but it's been in existence for yrs. One of the leading raptor experts founded this place. A short but interesting education of the place and some outstanding examples found here. Harpy Eagle, Peregrine Falcon, a Bateleur Eagle, Eurasian Eagle-owl, California Condor, Aplomado Falcon, and a couple others. Not a lot but one doesn't see a Harpy Eagle or a Bateleur Eagle every day either.
At migration time they also have birds out for demostrations of Falconry.

With some time on our hands in Boise, we happily stumbled upon The World Center for Birds of Prey. What a terrific experience. Marsha and her colleague, our volunteer docents, gave us a wonderful tour and introduced us, up close and personal, to a couple of owls.

There are many falconry artifacts on view and a reconstructed desert tableau funded by Sheik Zayed, the organizing impetus of the UAE.

We returned later for a falconry demonstration. Six different birds were “flown,”. Swooping very close to our heads and shoulders. It was beautiful to behold and poignant given the just released report about the billions of birds lost in the last 30 years.

The Center is well-worth the visit and public support.

We visited on a weekday morning and got there just in time for the demo. We watched a short movie and the docent brought out an Eagle Owl from Africa. It was so cute -- only five months old.

After the demo we viewed the different exhibits and saw California Condors, other types of eagles and falcons. Fascinating! We often see falcons near our home in Virginia.

I'd highly recommend this attraction.And, I'm happy to hear of the work that is being done here.

This place is beautifully maintained and working to make the world a better place. They have a large condor breeding program and over 20 varieties of birds for education. These birds for one reason or another are all no -releasable and have become education ambassadors. The perfect solution for an imperfect world. In the hour we were there they had a barn owl out for the 1 pm show but then when we went into the exhibit hall, they brought out a different species of owl.

The Center sponsors conservation efforts worldwide for mainly raptor species. The facility includes a museum dedicated to the ancient art of falconry. Falconers were responsible for the survival of the peregrine falcon in north america. This place is worthy for a visit and your charitable giving.

close to town.., all the elements of a beautiful attraction.... easy to find and worth a look. wow!!

This is a gray facility Do the tour of the adjoining building including falcon caps and a Middle East desert camp. As well as other predator birds, incredible California condors

We went for a visit not understanding all that this organization does for birds of prey! We had a private viewing with Bob the peregrine falcon and visited up close and personal with several other birds. We found it to be very informative and learned a lot. Well worth your time!

We were able to visit while on a tour. We would loved to have spent more time here. The birds are magnificent.

Birds of prey with their animated and calculating eyes and their intense focus are very fascinating. The reserve outside Boise offers visitors the perfect setting to absorb the traits of the birds. We went during Covid restrictions which gave us 1.5 hours entry and included 30 minutes of watching 3 individual birds one at a time flying to and from perches in an open air setting showing off their swooping skills. The helpful and informative staff were incredibly patient answering even the most mundane questions as though Einstein had asked them. Like people, the birds each have a story that was heartbreaking, funny and/or dramatic. After the live display, we wandered around looking at the other varieties of large birds. The exhibits were easy to read with just enough detail. We became so intrigued by the astounding birds that for the rest of our road trip as we passed every farm we would look at the telephone poles in the hopes of glimpsing a hawk scanning a field for mice.

I’m very into birds of pray. I think of them majestic. So when we had a few hours of break during a trip for a wedding, I gladly took the opportunity to take grandkids to visit this center.
Impressive displays with several species of birds of pray -kids were intrigued by bald eagle and CALIFORNIA condor.
There is a presentation consists of a video and live bird display (handled by a volunteer) really caught kids attention.

Very interesting if you are interested in this type of bird. Lots of facts and a few demonstrations if you time it right. Long way to drive so call ahead and try to plan around any special programs they may have.

This is definitely a world class center for the preservation of birds of prey and has been primarily instrumental in the preservation and breeding of the California Condor. As a bonus the public is allowed to visit and learn about a variety of such birds. Several varieties are on display in cages within the facility. Live bird shows are given throughout the day. At the end of September and throughout October there are live flights of raptors in the amphitheater. Those of us fortunate enough to live nearby are blessed to enjoy it throughout all of the season of the year.

I have lived in Boise for over ten years and have seen the sign for Birds of Prey a thousand times before I actually went. Boy was I dumb, right here in my own back yard is the most unique place in the world! literally ! Kings from around the world have come to this Mecca of Birds of Prey, the high quality and pristine grounds are like no other attraction, and on a great day the views of the Treasure valley are magnificent! The spectacular birds on display will blow you away, the up close and personal viewing is a once in a lifetime event. I highly recommend when in Boise that you take the half day to visit this totally unique venue.

Been meaning to go for many years..Finally did..Very cool and they do such great work..I will go back many times for sure..

Well organized, interesting displays, very friendly & helpful lady in the gift shop. They have 4 live bird presentations & 2 guided trips into the falconry library a day. There's an outdoor area in the center with grass & picnic tables where we had our lunch which also has live bird displays.

First of all, make sure that you are going to the right "Birds of Prey" location as there is a similar sounding place out by Swan Falls. SIRI sent us many miles out of the way because of this confusion. Location is near Boise, not out of Kuna! Anyway, the price is very reasonable, and the "on the arm" bird demonstrations are fantastic. So much interesting information is provided on the featured bird that you almost don't want it to end. Check out all of the other displays with living birds, and informative kiosks. We were a bit disappointed that there weren't more total birds available for viewing, but those that were there ranged from beautiful to awesome. Vultures excluded from beautiful, of course. No food available there, so be sure to go prepared with a few picnic items (there are picnic tables) or by the time that you arrive or plan to depart. We were hungry by the time we left as we did not plan accordingly. A great experience, but not a "big" experience. Therefore only 4 stars.

The center is beautifully landscaped with lots of big full trees, benches and enjoyable up close and personal visit with an owl from Africa by an informed and entertaining docent. Some of the smaller outside cages look a bit snug for birds of prey but their future plans are impressive and look promising for greater space. The birds look well-fed, well cared for and there is ample information on each. Although a small attraction, we enjoyed seeing so many raptors up close. We thought it was worth the fee.

My friend brought me to this spot while I was visiting Boise. What a fantastic little spot. It's clear they care very much about the birds under their care, and I had no idea such efforts were being taken to benefit some of our endangered birds. The staff is very friendly and happy to answer questions and teach you about the birds.

Well worth the visit to this establishment
The work they do is amazing
Volunteers are all very knowledgeable and happy to answer all questions
The Falconry exhibit was very good as well

This is definitely a must see place if you like Raptors. They are doing a great job preserving them. I like the ideas of a "Half Way House" concept. If the birds are hungry they are welcomed back for food. A great success story for bringing birds out of extinction. This is not a ZOO! This is a re-entry into habitat facility! Some of these birds are life timers here due to their circumstance in life that brought them in. TWO THUMBS UP!

This place was really cool, including the drive to get there. Got there first thing in the morning on a cold, blustery, and rainy day. The facility is not large, but it is run solely on donations and volunteers. The number of birds and the range of the species was pretty extensive. The only people there other than ourselves was a group of guys belonging to a club. As I said in the subject line, the wife and I noticed a LOT of birds of prey for the rest of our trip. Ones we hadn't noticed before.

The Center for Birds 🦅 of Prey offers a great learning experience for learning about the raptors of Southern Idaho. Seeing these birds soar and glide is a thrill. Then seeing where they safely nest on the sheer walls of the Snake River Canyon.
Binoculars are a must to get a good look at the nests. I also learned that mornings in the summer offer better viewing opportunities as Fall through Spring has little or no sunlight reaching the canyon walls (they face north).

The docents were all extremely knowledgeable. The bird show and tour of the facilities was well done. It's not a gigantic facility, but if you love birds and especially birds of prey this is the place to go.

They have done a wonderful job of exhibiting birds of prey. Remember this is a research facility and not all birds are available for viewing. The birds in captivity are unable to live in the wild due to some type of injury. A great place for kids.

My wife and I visited this amazing place while travelling through Idaho. It was such a heartwarming learning experience! The workers were all such friendly & knowledgeable caretakers of these majestic birds!

One young man, nicknamed "Old Tate," was showing some birds and really knew his stuff! He first had a Harris's Hawk and then a Peregrine Falcon. He was brilliant, and so were the raptors!

Another young lady (I'm sorry, but I never got her name, but she's in a couple of my pictures) was equally fantastic, handling a beautiful owl and another, smaller bird, all the while answering questions from the audience.

This sanctuary is incredible!

Visited twice during my visit to Boise. The volunteer staff is truly special in their knowledge and advocacy for the birds esp. the endangered species. On first visit was able to tour the falcon exhibit in a devoted building. Learned so much. If birds are your thing, you MUST go.

The center has both inside and outside displays, helpful and knowledgeable staff and volunteers. The Fall Flights display of the falcons, hawks, owl was phenomenal! The breeze was tailor-made for the birds to soar amongst the attendees! Can’t wait to return!

Went here with modest expectations and was very pleasantly surprised. They had really nice facilities for the birds, and you can see some pretty amazing raptors right up close including several I've never seen before (Harpy Eagle etc). The staff were very passionate and helpful, and they seem to do great conservation work. Keep it up!

This is a must see in Boise. It's inexpensive and interesting. Be sure to catch a live bird display.

This is a MUST SEE. It is educational, and so fun to see these birds up close and to watch the trainers work with the birds. Check it out on Fri, Sat or Sun.

We brought the grandkids to the World Center for Birds of Prey last month and had a grand time. We checked their website ahead of time to see when things were happening and had the choice of four different live bird shows and two walking tours to their archives to hear about the history of falconry. We chose the morning and were able to do a pair of bird shows (the grans loved both Bob and Winston) and the walking tour highlighting their archives and Arab falconry wing. Then we wandered right next to inside and outside bird exhibitions ... and the kiddos were so excited to see a bald eagle, an arctic Gyrfalcon, a gorgeous red-tailed hawk, Lucy the turkey vulture and two giant California Condors in the outdoor areas. The inside habitats featured an Applomado falcon, a very talkative Harris' Hawk, a peregrine falcon, a great horned owl and the find of the day, a huge and impressive harpy eagle! The staff was obviously very dedicated and informed and we look forward to coming back in the fall for their outdoor flight program. Highly recommended by the entire party .. grandparents, parents and bird-crazy grandchildren!

The work done here at Birds of Prey is most commendable because these people are helping to get some birds off the nearly extinct list. We saw some amazing birds up close in their safe homes here and got some great photos. How often do you get to see a bald eagle just feet away without it flying off? How many times have you seen the huge California Condor long enough to get a non-blurred picture? The live presentation on the day we went was just with two smaller falcons and no other birds, so it was not quite what I had hoped for. I think they do some outdoor presentations in other times of the year. There are some nice indoor displays and even a hands on discovery room for kids. They also have a beautiful although remote location. No trouble finding it, though. Interesting stop while visiting Boise and glad we got to go.

Just south of Boise is a not so locally well known, but world renown information, rehab and conservative site for birds of prey. This facility is part of a larger organization dedicated to helping prevent the extinction of many types of birds of prey.

It features docent led tours, live bird demonstrations, various birds of prey (my favorite - the Harpy Eagle) and a large archives building displaying all things related to falconry - paintings, books, hoods (amazing fashions!), bells, perches, etc. The building also houses the Arab Falconry Heritage Exhibit. This wing is courtesy of a very generous donation from Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed, son of Sheikh Zayed, the Founding President of the United Arab Emirates and a falconer who has made significant contributions to the conservation of birds of prey.

Great place to spend about 2-3 hrs. Don’t miss the live condors! They are quite the show offs!

In the late fall, there are outdoor flying demonstrations.

Highly entertaining, reasonably priced and a fantastic overall experience. The live demonstrations are definitely worth the price of admission

We visited on April 1, 2021 with our four children. We made an appointment beforehand online and were there for the 90 min. We saw several birds outside then had a presentation inside with a very informative presenter. We were so excited to see so many rare birds that we wouldn’t normally be able to see. After the presentation we were able to explore additional birds and information about them indoors. At the end we visited the gift shop. So glad we went!

Even if you don't consider yourself to be a "bird person," the World Center For Birds of Prey is something to see. Here, the focus is specifically on birds of prey, and there is much to learn and appreciate about them.

There are numerous indoor displays to view, and live presentations about selected birds, which are brought into the rooms by their handlers. Very interesting and well done.

The outdoor area provides a walking tour, with many birds to see in caged areas.

We went to two presentations: Marcia told our group all about Bob, an American Kestrel Falcon, and Steve introduced a second group to Schmidt, a Peregrine Falcon. Excellent presentations, which involved the audience with lively Q & A sessions. Note: check in advance for presentation times.

We also enjoyed our conversation with Scot, who pointed out some fascinating birds which were in the outdoor area, and some of their histories, too.

We spent two hours here. And the time really flew by!! (Sorry, I couldn't help myself).

It was a great learning experience. For all adults, young and old. And all the kids, too!

Beautiful birds and location. We met Oliver the Eagle Owl as he swooped right over the top of our heads! Great experience!

You can get an up close view of the birds through windows, but the exhibits could be better. It had been awhile since we'd been here and I remembered it being better.

They have a very classy facility with a wide range of birds. Everyone was very knowledgeable about each bird and the circumstances that brought them to the facility. Highly recommend.

this is a smallish education center for tourists to see and learn about birds of prey and efforts being made to encourage the growth of their population world-wide. the staff is very friendly and knowledgeable. allow about 90 minutes to explore the facility which also would include the 30 minutes live bird viewing and discussion in the theatre.

This was a great little place to visit! It was very educational and family oriented. The live bird presentations were an added bonus

This is a great stop for young and old. It has a good mix of "adult" interpretive information (quite well done) and things for kids. The birds are a true highlight, since raptors are quite intriguing. The harpy eagle is magnificent. Although the weather shortened our outside activities, I would go back to view the birds in a natural setting.

The center has an excellent collections of birds of prey and a great presentation on the birds. The center works on saving birds of prey that have been injured and was instrumental in bringing the Peregrine Falcon back from near extinction. The center consults with other conservation centers and was one of the first to initiate in depth expertise of the birds behavior etc.

Took my daughter and her boyfriend and it was one of the best places we could have gone in Boise. I learned a lot of interesting facts and got to see birds up close. Will definitely be going back..A must see!

Learn about raptors as they swoop near your head. An amazing experience. You get to see these wonderful creatures up close.

The campus is lovely, the birds are awesome. The teens were engaged , especially during the live bird presentation.
We will return to see a falconry exhibition at some point!

Treated to this by our in-laws for Christmas. Didn’t even know it was there in amazing place. Great work they are doing around the world, passionate employees and volunteers, and an amazing collection of birds. Including 50 to California condors. Well worth the trip

This was a birthday present to me from my wife. We had a visitor from out of state so this was time to go. The Peregrine Foundation is a leader in the field of raptor preservation and research. They run a major Condor breeding program. Great facility of about 600 ac. Has a falconry library as well as outdoor and indoor exhibits. Great indoor presentation and a much see fall flight amphitheater. Just a great wildlife experience. Would be great for kids. Educational.
Just a few miles south of city. This a must see!
You have to experience both the indoor live bird presentation and the outdoor flight program. $8 for seniors. $50 yearly membership.
Will return again.
Check their website for details.

We visited the center on a weekday in July and it was busy, but not crowded. This is an amazing place if you have any interest in birds of prey or keeping species from extinction. We attended a talk, while on site, given by a senior staff member named Joe, that was incredibly informative. The information was relevant, accurate, and the presentation was fun. If you are attending this place with kids, the programs and staff are particularly geared to your children, so by all means, check it out. Do not miss this place!!!

Really a cool place doing very good work to protect raptors & educate the public. If you're an amateur birder or a pro, you'll enjoy it.

My husband and I visited this center nearly 20 years ago and decided to go back on a recent trip to Boise. The birds that they have and upgrades they've made in that time are unbelievable. They have birds that I've never seen or heard of before. It was very interesting and the keepers and volunteers are very helpful and engaged.

This place is AMAZING We went for a fall flight however we are members as well and take out guests there every visit! The staff is so kind and ALL KNOWING, the facility is so clean--birds---well amaing MUST GO

This is a wonderful, wonderful place to visit for anyone of any age. Kids will be thrilled with the Birds- their proximity, size and magnificence of some of them.
For grown ups it is both an educational and inspiring trip.

Education in the form of what and how this org is helping to preserve so many endangered birds of prey species. The problems they face, and how we can help support the funds and charities around the world.

My favorite was the golden eagle; it is a bespelling, beautiful bird that is so rare to see this close.

We didn’t get to see the show, but I can only imagine how entertaining that would be to see for adults and children both.

When in the Boise area, I love to stop at World Center for Birds of Prey. Not only are there raptors to view, there is much information on them, their history and habitat. They are actively helping to bring many birds of prey back from extinction, including my favorite - the California Condor! Staff and volunteers are friendly and helpful. Take in one of the many opportunities during the day to hear a presentation on their resident birds, as well as the fascinating history of falconry. An excellent year round outing for all ages!

The world Center for birds of prey was started by the Peregrine Fund. They started in 1970 to prevent the extinction of the peregrine falcon. Today, they have worldwide programs for raptor conservation and preservation. They have the USA’s biggest and most successful American condor breeding program. They offer it numerous live raptor demonstrations, and an exhibit on the history of falconry.

So much fun see all the birds of prey and leaning about them. The demo was intriguing. I could wander around there for hours. Oh wait - I did.

We watched the Fall Flights and it was fantastic! It is very well organized and we had a wonderful experience.

Learned about raptors, up close and personal, owls, falcons, condors. And the great and successful program to save the endangered peregrine. Great view of the Boise Valley as the birds flew over our heads...great learning experience for families...fantastic!

Only see a handful of birds in cages for paying a high price. Not worth what they charge. Also doesn't change so no reason to keep going back

So you like birds of prey? If so, stop on in! This very pleasant facility does a great deal of work towards perpetuating endangered raptors. There are a number of interesting birds (including condors) and displays to look at. They have an extensive library for researchers. Small gift shop. Pleasant picnic area. In the fall they do live flying demonstrations of falconry outdoors.

This was an excellent side trip on a rainy day. A few of the birds are outside, but the bulk of the exhibits are indoors. Very interesting and informative learning about how these birds were almost extinct and how this organization has restored them.

What a great place to spend a couple hours learning about birds of prey! The learning area for kids was a great hands on experience! A good place for a school field trip. There was a very informative interactive session with a man giving lots of pertinent information about the Screech Owl he was holding. Outside were Condors, Eagles and other birds of prey. Several of the rooms had information and pictures on the wall. My husband and I found the volunteers to be very friendly and knowledgeable. We both really enjoyed our visit!

This a wonderful facility staffed with very knowledgeable people. Amazing birds and a beautiful facility. Self guided tour, as well as interesting presentations with raptors, makes for a unique experience. Outside area for nature trails and viewing are very nice. This is an impeccably clean sanctuary and well worth the visit. We loved it.

Personally, over priced and not much there. They did a nice presentation, but it has like 3 outside cages and 10 small inside a building. If it wasn't for probably 20 minute presentation, you could wonder grounds in 15 mins. We weren't there ab hour tops. Flip side, they are in the process if an expansion. It is a good cause, just not much from a sight seeing fun or family visit.

Don’t go here expecting to see birds in a zoo. In fact, small children would probably be bored, though older kids may enjoy. What this research facility does is have four shows where they bring out one or two of the falcons, owls or other birds of prey and talk about them and answer questions. You also get the opportunity a couple of times a day to walk across the parking lot to the research room where you can look at photos, a helmet display and a tent sent by the United Arab Emirates. There are also interactive story boards in the research center. There are a few birds in enclosures that you can view. We arrived a little after 10:00 a.m. just in time for the first “show and tell,” went to the research building and then back to the main theatre for another show. We spent about 2-1/2 to 3 hours and it was very informative and educational. I understand in the fall (and maybe other times), they have demonstrations at the outside amphitheater with the falcons. The admission is reasonable and goes to a good cause.

Great experience. Friendly, knowledgeable staff. Great family fun! You get up close and personal with beautiful birds.

This place is incredible! There are several raptor species on site and lots of knowledgeable volunteers on hand to provide information about each species as well as the individual raptors. We attended two live raptor presentations - one with a Harris's hawk and another with an American kestrel. The outdoors portions of the center are well shaded and don't require much walking. We went on a Sunday about 11am and it wasn't too crowded. There is a neat kids' discovery room. The gift store is awesome with lots of tshirts, hats, etc. I live about 4 hours from Boise and would make the trip just to visit this place! Truly, you will be glad you went!

Okay, right away I'll admit this is a niche museum. But, although a museum fanatic, I am not particularly interested in or knowledgeable about birds, but the guide (Jeff) was a wonderful option. You can go through the facilities on your own, but don't make that mistake. Jeff told us things that no exhibit sign or descriptor mentioned, and he answered questions that, again, would not get answered if you're on your own. We learned about the foundation, how it came to Boise, its worldwide connections, the sport of falconry (where this foundation is an international resource) and the various species of raptors. Tour admission fee includes a number of exhibits of raptors, a short video, a demonstration with a live bird and the grounds. Plenty of free parking and a gift shop for those interested.

From the California Condor to the Harpy Eagle....this facility has been saving endangered birds of prey world wide for decades. If in Boise, take the time to visit.

We were amazed at how pleasant and knowledgeable the staff and volunteers were. In our short time there, we got to see two presentations with live birds and get very close to several others. The falconry archives are very educational and interesting. The work they do here is clearly special. Wonderful place for old and young alike!

The four birds of prey species were impressive in flight. The flight crew does a fine job of managing the birds so everyone is able to see them quite close. What a memorable experience watching the birds fly and learning from the narration. Fabulous!

Just outside of Boise proper, this property is preserved for the express purpose of understanding these birds and the necessity for ecology. Open 24 hours.

The volunteers were excellent. Very knowledgeable and all of the money spent goes to save more birds of prey. It’s a must see.

This was such a wonderful place to visit for people who love birds of prey. We saw some wonderfully beautiful birds. It would have been better if we had gone later in the year so we could see more. The staff is all friendly and knowledgeable.

This is a magical place for bird lovers! Awesome exhibits, including the history of falconry and beautiful art connected with the sport. We were able to get up close to a number of birds, including Bob, an American Kestrel. We loved our visit so much that we continued on to the Snake River Bird of Prey Natural Area, where we viewed a few birds in flight, including a beautiful prairie falcon.

Definitely worth a trip if you have any interest in nature/wildlife. Beautiful raptors with a great informative presentation every 30 mins.

Absolutely wonderful experience learning about these birds. Excellent staff answer all questions. Lots of birds to see and learn about.

First time visiting this center. Great bird viewing. Condor breeding occurs here. Beautiful array of birds. Will definitely go back!!!

We stopped here on the way to Portland and we're lucky to time it just right. We were given a tour and a presentation by a very knowledgeable volunteer. You'll see many live raptors (including condors) plus there is a lot of information available just walking thru the facility about raptors and how the foundation works around the world. It's a fun learning experience. Budget at least one - two hours if you plan to go to the presentation and are lucky to get a tour also.

We were able to see many live birds of prey. We also saw a fairly new display from the Middle East of those who train and use birds of prey in hunting. the birds are beautiful and rarely seen up close.

Just visited the World Center for Birds of Prey in Boise, ID. We were very impressed with this attraction. Many birds that you normally not get a chance to see, from falcons to California Condors. The staff were vey friendly and knowledgable and gave an outstanding presentaion in their theatre introducing the audience to two falcons. The birds that live here are recovering from injuries and are endangered species which are being bred to strengthen and help recover their decline in past years. I highly recommend you visit this attraction when you take your next trip to Boise.

After moving away 23 years ago, I finally got back to Boise. I had most of a day to kill and decided to finally visit the raptor center. Wow! I saw raptors flying around as I drove up the hill. It is a smallish center on large piece of property. It has a lovely gift shop/entry and I paid $9 admission (with a AAA membership $1 discount). I arrived just a little late to the live, up close and personal discussion about one of their birds, but it was fascinating. I then attended the guided history of falconry tour (call to get the schedule because you can only see this with a guide). There are also resident condors, a bald eagle, hawks, falcons, vultures, an owl and probably a kestrel or two. On the weekends, they have free-flying shows in their outdoor amphitheater. Unfortunately, I only had one day in Boise. So now my family is sick of hearing me talk about all of the things I learned about birds of prey. Or maybe they are just jealous?

Numerous caged raptors with good informational signs. Interactive presentation with one raptor. Large parking area and can see raptors in flight above the nearby plain.

This was a highlight of our US road trip. Not to be missed if you’re anywhere near Boise. Our guide was excellent and very knowledgeable. It was a joy to experience the work that they are doing with the breeding programs and release of the new birds into the wild, and to see the birds up close.

I had the opportunity to visit The World Center for Birds of Prey this week in Boise, Idaho. The Peregrine Fund is an amazing organization and the educational exhibits and ability to see many different raptors is unique. This place and the staff are first rate and not to be missed if you are in or plan to travel to the Boise area. Plan ahead and you will be able to see these amazing birds fly in the outdoor amphitheater. I can’t recommend this experience more highly.

The Birds of Prey center is an excellent experience for those interested in birds, wildlife, science or just an interesting afternoon. Educational and entertaining, this Center is an Idaho jewel. Great for travelers of all ages, this is a wonderful way to spend an afternoon.

Fun and interesting afternoon learning and observing birds of prey, the staff is friendly and knowledgeable. You get to be up close and personal with the birds . Flights are Friday, Saturday and Sunday until November. This is a good learning experience and a great place to visit while in Boise.