- Address: Upper Park Drive & Jan Smuts Avenue, Randburg, Johannesburg, 2193, South Africa;
- Phone: +27 11 646 2000;
- Working hours: 8: 30-17: 30
The Johannesburg Zoo is one of the oldest in South Africa . It was founded in 1904. For today it is one of the most popular sights of the state . It is located in the suburb of Parkview. In addition, the zoo received international accreditation, and with it world fame.
What to look at?
On the territory of the zoo there are more than 300 species of animals, the total number of which reaches 2,000 individuals. In 2005 the zoo was reconstructed, new spacious aviaries for its inhabitants were created.
It is on the territory of this attraction that you can meet a rare breed of white lions, buffaloes and the largest western gorillas. By the way, this is the only place in South Africa where Siberian tigers are bred, the world's largest cats.
For a long time in the zoo of Johannesburg lived a favorite of many, the gorilla Max. In memory of her and as a sign of respect, not so long ago a monument was erected, which always has a queue of people wishing to be photographed.
Ordering a tour of the park, you can see not only elephants, antelopes, gorillas, chimpanzees, rhinoceroses, lemurs, giraffes, as well as white and brown bears. Not only can every visitor get acquainted with fauna, so he can organize a small picnic for himself and his family. And every child will be overjoyed when taking part in shows and entertainment programs that take place at the zoo several times a week.
It is worth noting that guests of the park can book a trip to the zoo with a guide (1.5 hours), as well as visit night and night safaris. For those who are looking for vivid impressions, there is an opportunity to spend the night in a tent in a zoo in a zoo. This is possible with the necessary equipment.
How to get there?
You can reach by car, taxi or public transport (№31, 4, 5).
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