Penguin Plunge: Penguin Plunge will open at 9:30 a.m. on the following days to accommodate our Penguin Breakfast events:
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.
FOCUSED, presented by The Camera Store, gives shutterbugs (ages 16+) exclusive access to Destination Africa from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Sunday, August 17th. Capture breathtaking photos of iconic wildlife, like hippos and gorillas while enjoying exclusive access to the indoor and outdoor habitats of our Destination Africa zone.
Photographers of all skill levels are welcome!
Date: Sunday, August 17th, 2025
Time: 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Ticket Price: $55 + GST
Wild Adventurer & Guardian Member Price: $30+ GST, log in to your account to access any applicable member priced tickets.
Tickets must be purchased online in advance of the event.
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Additional Event Information
Your ticket includes day admission from 9:00 a.m. so feel free to explore the rest of the zoo grounds before your exclusive access to Destination Africa begins from 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
This program is 16+. Guests arriving with children or infants will not be admitted and will not be given a refund.
This is an indoor and outdoor event and will proceed rain or shine.
Dress for the weather! The zoo is open year round with plenty of areas to explore both outdoors and indoors. Day admission, events, experiences happen rain, snow, or shine. Purchases/tickets are non-refundable. Explore our website Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo for more details.