Explore the Wilder Institute’s Calgary Zoo, a world-class accredited zoo located on scenic St. George Island, just 5 minutes from downtown Calgary, and 20 minutes from YYC International airport. As a leader in conservation, education, and wildlife research, the zoo plays a vital role in protecting endangered species and ecosystems.
Discover over 4,000 animals representing more than 100 species. The zoo is organized into 7 immersive, themed zones that transport visitors to different parts of the world, each designed to reflect the natural habitats and behaviors of its residents.
The last admission is at 5:00 pm (1h before closing)
Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo, 210 St. George's Drive NE, Calgary, Canada
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Explore the Wilder Institute's Calgary Zoo, a world-class accredited zoo located on scenic St. George Island, just 5 minutes from downtown. Discover over 4,000 animals, organized into 7 immersive themed zones that transport visitors to different parts of the world: 1. Wild Canada: Showcasing the diverse ecosystems of Canada. 2. Destination Africa: See the majesty of the animal kingdom up close. 3. Imagine Asia: Newly redeveloped zoo, bring back red pandas, snow leopards and the Sichuan takin, a new species to the zoo. 4. The Penguin Plunge: From the shores of Peru to Antarctica, four species of penguin showing off the diversity of this incredible bird. 5. ENMAX Conservatory: Escape indoors to a tropical greenhouse filled with exotic plants and butterflies. 6. Dorothy Harvie Gardens: Discover what is possible in Calgary’s unique climate zone. 7. Prehistoric Park: Walk among the life‑size creatures that ruled Alberta once! Great for kids and dino-lovers alike.
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