Tucked away in Tucson, Ghost Ranch Exotics is not your typical animal attraction. It’s quieter, more personal, and deeply rooted in education and respect for the animals that call it home. Best known for offering one of the most immersive capybara encounters in the country, the ranch has grown into a place where visitors don’t just see exotic animals—they connect with them.
For owner Kenneth MacNeil, that connection is the entire point.
MacNeil’s journey to Ghost Ranch Exotics didn’t start in Arizona. He grew up in Texas, lived in California, and has now called Tucson home for the past 15 years. Along the way, his lifelong love for animals shaped every step of his career…