Imagine Asia will have a delayed opening time on Wednesday, July 15. Members will have exclusive access from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. General public access begins at 12:30 p.m. We can’t wait to see you there!
African Rainforest Building: Habitat maintenance and mulch work will impact animal viewing in the Africain Rainforest Building:
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
How does biodiversity shape the survival of species and the health of ecosystems? Investigate biodiversity at three scales: ecosystem, species, and genetic. Through hands-on investigation of our museum’s biological artifacts, observations of the animals under our care, and exploration of the Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo’s participation in Species Survival Plans, students will see how their classroom learning is directly applied in conservation research. This inquiry-based program encourages critical thinking, scientific observations, and meaningful discussion about humanity’s role in sustaining biodiversity.
Location: In a designated zoo classroom and outdoors
Length: 4 hours
Program times: 10:00 a.m.
Maximum students: 37
Cost:
his program is designed to complement the Alberta grade 9 Science curriculum: Unit A – Biological Diversity. This program addresses the following key concepts from that unit:
