Arctic Adventure (K-3)
Have you ever wondered how animals survive the icy extremes in the far north? Join us on an Arctic Adventure where students will journey through the changing seasons to discover how wildlife adapts to life in one…
Read MoreImagine Asia will have a delayed opening time on Wednesday, July 15. Members will have exclusive access from 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. General public access begins at 1 p.m. We can’t wait to see you there!
Polar Bears: Our polar bears will not be viewable in the main habitat on Tuesday, June 23, due to maintenance. Polar bears may be viewable in the courtyard through the amphitheatre window. Thank you for your understanding.
Western Lowland Gorilla Troop: On June 26th, 29th, and 30th, our western lowland gorilla troop will only be viewable outdoors, weather-permitting, to accommodate mulch work in the indoor habitat. Thank you for your understanding.
PETRONAS Gateway to Asia Malayan Tapir Viewing: ‘Sempurna’ and her female calf ‘Nyawa’ have daily access to either the main indoor habitat or the outdoor habitat from 9:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m. They’ll also have access to their behind-the-scenes space and may choose to spend time there, so viewing isn’t always guaranteed. Thank you for your understanding.
Exploration Asia
The Exploration Asia Redevelopment project is officially underway! While there are some viewing impacts in the area, you can still visit many of your favourite species.
Due to significant construction activities in and around Exploration Asia, the zoo’s West Gate will remain closed for the 2025 season and is expected to remain closed until at least 2028/2029. This necessary step supports the safe movement of visitors while we undertake exciting improvements to animal habitats and visitor experiences.
On-site Program
Travel across the mountains, forests, and grasslands of Asia and discover the remarkable animals that inhabit some of the world’s most diverse environments. Guided by a knowledgeable conservation educator, explore predator-prey relationships, social behaviours, adaptations for extreme climates, and the complex connections between humans and wildlife. Along the way, investigate the conservation challenges facing vulnerable species and learn how global conservation efforts are helping to protect wildlife and wild places across Asia.
Location: Outdoors and inside public buildings
Length: 60 minutes
Program times: 10:00 a.m., 11:15 a.m., 12:45 p.m.
Maximum students: 30
Cost:
This program is designed to complement the Alberta Science curriculum. Depending on the grade of the class, tours may be roughly themed as follows:
Kindergarten – Movement and environmental respect
Grade 1 – Seasonal change
Grade 2 – Lifecycles
Grade 3 – Animal diets
Grade 4 – Adaptations
Grade 5 – Climate and flight
Grade 6 – Ecosystems and climate change
Grade 7 – Trophic level interactions
Grade 8 – Freshwater systems
Grade 9 – Sexual reproduction
Grade 10 – Human impacts and climate change
Grade 11 – Native and invasive species
Grade 12 – Population dynamics