Polar Bear: Our polar bear ‘Siku’ will not be viewable on Tuesday, January 14th, and Wednesday, January 15th, due to habitat maintenance.
Land of Lemurs Walkthrough & Outdoor Gorilla Amphitheatre: The two outdoor animal viewing areas are closed for the season. Lemurs and gorillas will be viewable in their indoor habitats.
African Savannah Yard: Our Hartmann’s mountain zebras and ostriches are off-view 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.
Virtual Program
Polar Passage is an interactive and educational virtual expedition that allows young learners to embark on a captivating exploration of the Arctic region, where they will learn about the magnificent arctic species in their habitats at the Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo. Through this exciting virtual experience, students will gain a deeper understanding of the Arctic ecosystem and the importance of conserving this icy wonderland. Animals observed may include snowy owl, caribou, muskox, and polar bear.
Grades: Kindergarten to grade 3
Length: 60 minutes
Program Times: 9:00 a.m., 10:30 a.m., 1:00 p.m.
Capacity: Up to 37 students
Cost: $125
