The National Zoological Garden turns 126, and you’re invited to the party!
Get 50% off all zoo entrance tickets this October, for a month-long celebration! Pretoria, xx September– Gear up for an unforgettable October! The National Zoological Garden ...
National Zoological Garden reinforces commitment to conservation on Reverse the Red Day
On Reverse the Red Day, observed annually on 7 February, the National Zoological Garden (NZG) in Pretoria reaffirms its dedication to the preservation of endangered species throug...
A silverback smile: gorilla goes to the dentist
National Zoological Gardens and University of Pretoria team up for a complex dental procedure Binga, a 23-year-old silverback gorilla at the Pretoria National Zoological Garden...
The National Zoological Garden of South Africa is the largest zoo in the country.
More widely known as the Pretoria Zoo, the National Zoological Garden in Boom Street is not only the largest zoo in South Africa and the only one with national status, but is also rated as one of the top zoos in the world.
Initiatives
The National Zoo runs various programmes emphasising the value of a healthy environment to build a prosperous South Africa.
Visit the zoo
The National Zoological Garden of South Africa is the largest zoo in the country and the only one with national status. More than 600 000 people visit the Zoo annually.
Animal of the week
Our #AnimalOfTheWeek is the Southern Ground Hornbill. Southern Ground Hornbills are found in the southern and eastern parts of Africa. They occupy the land from southern Kenya and Burundi, through Angola and Namibia to South Africa.
RESEARCH & SCIENTIFIC SERVICES
Research at the National Zoological Garden of South Africa can offer South Africa, Africa and the international research community a unique infrastructure to facilitate, co-ordinate and conduct world-class research. View All »
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