Adjusted Hours and Impacts

Retail and Attraction Adjusted Hours: Several of our retail locations and attractions will have adjusted hours on Tuesday, June 9:

  • Bambootique: 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
  • Polar Treasures: 12 p.m. – 4 p.m.
  • Wildlife Carousel: 12 p.m. – 4 p.m.
  • Virtual Reality Experience: 12 p.m. – 4 p.m.
  • Bugtopia Kiosk & Wild Treats: Closed

Thank you for your understanding.

Giraffes: Our giraffe tower will not be viewable until after 10 a.m. on Thursday, June 11, to accommodate routine habitat work. Thank you for your understanding.

Jihad Shibley Rocky Mountain Aviary: The Jihad Shibley Rocky Mountain Aviary is temporarily closed. Thank you for your understanding.

Avian Influenza Protocols: The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) has confirmed the presence of highly pathogenic avian influenza within 200 kilometres of the Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo.

The health and well-being of the animals in our care remains our top priority. Out of an abundance of caution, we’re proactively implementing the following measures to protect our avian species:

  • Penguin Plunge and the Rainforest Aviary have foot baths at entrances for guests to use
  • The Jihad Shibley Rocky Mountain Aviary is closed until further notice
  • Birds will continue to have outdoor access where appropriate and weather permitting

Our dedicated Animal Care, Health & Welfare team will continue to monitor the situation and prioritize the health and well-being of the animals in our care. Thank you for your understanding and continued support as we work to keep the animals we all care about safe.

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.

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.

  • Species Viewable: Bactrian camels, Komodo dragons, white-handed gibbons, Malayan tapirs, red-crowned cranes, Turkmenian markhors, Amur tigers, and Pallas’s cats.
  • Species Not Viewable: Snow leopards and red pandas have been relocated during construction, but don’t worry – these beloved species will be back in 2026.

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.

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Sunday Safari Brunch

Sunday Safari Brunch and Daily Admission Combo
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Sunday Safari Brunch Combo

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Safari Lodge Every Sunday until November 1, 2026


COMBO Admission & Brunch Pricing*
General (16-59): $49.95
Child (3-15): $29.95
Senior (60+): $45.95
Infants (under 3): Free*

*Infants (under 3) are free, please advise if you have any infants or require a high chair in the note fields below. Must be requested in advance to be accommodated.

*Access Pass and Wild Journey Members do not pay for admission and members receive discounts – see pricing below for details

Please note that your ticket price already includes gratuity, which compensates our staff for their service.

When: Sundays from January 25 to March 15, 2026
Where: Safari Lodge
Schedule: There are 4 seating options. **Please arrive within the first half hour of your seating to ensure you have enough time to enjoy brunch.**

  • First seating from 9:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.

  • Second seating from 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

  • Third seating from 11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

  • Fourth seating from 12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.

CLICK HERE for more information about our Safari Sunday Brunch.

Check Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo Notifications for important updates on operating hours, services and habitat information. Please always check our website for up-to-date information.

ALL Access Pass Holders, Wild Journey and Wild Guardian Members receive admission from your membership benefits.

Must be signed in prior to adding tickets to the cart. Log in to your ACCOUNT to access gate pass and member pricing.*
*Wild Explorer, Wild Adventurer and all Wild Guardians receive a discount on the meal.
*Access Gate Pass or Membership must be valid on the date of the visit/experience to receive special pricing. Pricing will be auto applied to the cart.
*Access Pass and Member tickets are intended for the pass holder or member only, purchasing tickets with the special pricing for other use is prohibited.

For Sunday Safari Brunch Combo, select a date and seating time from the calendar below.
Specialty Brunches are separately ticketed brunches.

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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 Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo for more details.