Early Zoo Closure

Last entry to the zoo will be 4:00 p.m. on Friday, August 7, to accommodate set up for our Cocktails for Conservation (18+) event, presented by Jayman BUILT. Last entry to Destination Africa will be 3:30 p.m., with the zoo being cleared by 4:30 p.m. Thank you for your understanding.

Animal Viewing Impacts:

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.

West Gate Closure

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.

Adults-Only

Wilder Dinner: Wings Over the Prairie (18+)

August 21, 2026

Join us for an evening that will connect you to the real-world impact of conservation by hearing from those doing the critical work. This experience brings together members of the Wilder Institute’s Conservation & Science team to share stories from the communities and ecosystems where collaborative efforts are protecting species and habitats, with a focus on burrowing owls and whooping cranes. The evening will be served up alongside a thoughtfully curated, multi-course farm-to-table dinner. Each course is seamlessly paired with storytelling, creating an engaging and accessible way for guests to connect with conservation beyond the zoo.

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When:  

  • Friday August 21, 2026

Where: Safari Lodge

Time: 6 p.m. – 9 p.m.

Schedule: 

  • 4 p.m. – Guests are welcome to arrive and start their exploration of the zoo.
  • 5:30 p.m. – The bar in Safari Lodge opens for Wilder Dinner guests.
  • 6 p.m. – Doors open to Safari Lodge dining room.
  • 6:30 p.m.  – The dinner service and presentation portion of the evening commences.
  • 7:20 p.m. – Hear from Conservation Program Manager, Diana Christie
  • 8:15 p.m. – Hear from Conservation Research Population Ecologist, Graham Dixon-MacCallum
  • 9 p.m. – Evening concludes.

Ticket Price: $130 + GST per person

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Additional Booking Information:

  • This is an adults-only experience (18+). Valid ID will be required to enter. Guests arriving for this experience with children/infants will not be admitted. No refunds will be provided.
  • Tickets are not sold onsite and must be purchased online in advance. Sale ends at midnight, two days prior to the event.
  • Please pre-order any dietary requests by midnight, two days prior to the event.
  • Guests that wish to be seated with other bookings must add the request in the note field when purchasing their tickets, and ensure both parties are booked for the same date.
  • Please note that our menu items marked as GF are gluten-friendly as we are not a gluten-free facility.
  • Parking is $14 and is not included. Wild Journey members receive free parking when they successfully register with ParkPlus.
  • Entry is through the North Parking Lot and Entrance.

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