The Taylor Family Foundation Polar Bear Sanctuary will be closed on Saturday, July 20th. During this time, polar bear, ‘Siku’, will not be viewable. However, the rest of Wild Canada is open and accessible. We appreciate your understanding and patience during this time.
On June 5, the City of Calgary experienced a significant water emergency which continues today. We’re working very closely with the City of Calgary and Calgary Emergency Management Agency (CEMA) to adjust our daily operations to ensure compliance with the Stage 4 City Mandatory Water Restrictions in place, while ensuring the safety, health and well-being of the animals we love and care for.
Here’s how we’re adapting:
We appreciate your understanding as we make these necessary adjustments to support our community.
Indoor Gorilla Habitat: From July 2 until approximately the end of the month, the western lowland gorilla troop will not be viewable in their indoor African Rainforest habitat while work is done on the viewing windows. The troop will be viewable in their outdoor habitat throughout the project (weather and animal participation permitting). The rest of the African Rainforest building will remain open and accessible throughout the project. Thank you for your understanding.
African Savannah Yard: Hartmann’s mountain zebras and ostriches will be off-view until the end of the year while we complete exciting upgrades in the African Savannah Yard, including the construction of a new Savannah Barn for the animals. Our giraffe tower will continue to be viewable throughout the project. Thank you for your understanding.
Family-Friendly
Bring your family and friends down for a fun and educational morning at the zoo! Enjoy a scrumptious pancake breakfast with a side of gorilla facts from the zoo’s conservation education team, followed by an exclusive visit to see the troop.
This is a wonderful opportunity to learn more about western lowland gorillas: what makes them so amazing, why they are endangered, and, of course, learn ‘who’s who’ in the troop. Beat the crowds and hear all the up-to-date gorilla news at this event for all ages.
Make sure to act fast – this event sold out last year!
When:
Where: Grazers Restaurant
Time: 7:30am – 9:30am
Schedule:
Ticket Price:
General (16+): $72.00 + GST
Child (3 -15): $54.00 + GST
Infants (2 and under) are free but do require a ticket.
