The Johannesburg Zoo

The Johannesburg Zoo The Joburg Zoo is situated in Parkview and houses over 320 species of animals.

The Johannesburg Zoo opened in 1904 and has grown to house approximately 1200 animals in 54 hectares.

JCPZ Arbor celebrations are in full swing! 🌳Joburg Zoo, in collaboration with Miss Earth, hosted approximately 500 lear...
05/09/2025

JCPZ Arbor celebrations are in full swing! 🌳

Joburg Zoo, in collaboration with Miss Earth, hosted approximately 500 learners from Orange Farm to educate them about the importance of trees and the need to protect them. As part of JCPZ's greening initiatives, 50 fruit trees and 100 indigenous trees were distributed to the learners.

Arbor Month 2025 is being celebrated under the national theme: “My Tree, My Oxygen. Plant Yours Today.” This campaign is part of the National Greening Programme led by the Department of Forestry, Fisheries, and the Environment (DFFE), which has set an ambitious goal of planting one million trees across South Africa in the 2024/25 season.

Are you looking for a venue to host your meeting, conference, team-building event, or even your private party? Why not c...
04/09/2025

Are you looking for a venue to host your meeting, conference, team-building event, or even your private party? Why not choose the Zoo?

We have fantastic indoor and outdoor venue options to consider from the list below:
Outdoor Venues: Tree of Light Lawn, Centenary Lawn, Lion Cub, Bandstand, and Cheetah Slope.
Indoor Venues: AngloGold Ashanti and Old Elephant House.

☎Call us on 082 803 0333 or email [email protected]

Save the date and get your Halloween costumes ready!🎃🎃🎃More details will be available soon💀
03/09/2025

Save the date and get your Halloween costumes ready!🎃🎃🎃

More details will be available soon💀

Happy International Primate Day! 🌍🐒Today, we celebrate the incredible diversity of primates — from chimpanzees and goril...
01/09/2025

Happy International Primate Day! 🌍🐒

Today, we celebrate the incredible diversity of primates — from chimpanzees and gorillas in Africa to lemurs in Madagascar, and monkeys from South America to Southeast Asia. With around 200 species, primates are among our closest animal relatives, sharing traits like opposable thumbs and complex social behaviors.

Most primates thrive in tropical forests, swinging through trees and playing vital roles in their ecosystems. But many are under threat. Habitat destruction from mining, logging, and monoculture farming is pushing several species toward extinction.

Let’s raise awareness and take action to protect these intelligent and fascinating creatures. Every voice counts in the fight to preserve their future. 💚🌳

The history of the ZooIn 1904, the land which the Johannesburg Zoo encompasses was donated to the people of the city of ...
01/09/2025

The history of the Zoo

In 1904, the land which the Johannesburg Zoo encompasses was donated to the people of the city of Johannesburg to be used for recreational use by the firm of the late Hermann Eckstein. Hermann Eckstein was involved in the development of the new mining town of Johannesburg. He had 3 million trees planted in an area which he christened Sachsenwald, now the suburb of Saxonwold.

The original animal collection consisted of one lion, one leopard, one giraffe, two Sable antelope bulls, one baboon, one genet, one pair of Rhesus monkeys, one pair of porcupines, and one Golden eagle.

Since then, the Johannesburg Zoo has undergone significant development and evolution over the years. Many facilities were built, for example, the hospital in 1936.

Happy International Wild Dog Day! 🌍🐾Today we celebrate one of Africa’s most fascinating and endangered carnivores — the ...
26/08/2025

Happy International Wild Dog Day! 🌍🐾

Today we celebrate one of Africa’s most fascinating and endangered carnivores — the African Wild Dog (also known as the Painted Wolf 🐺🎨). With fewer than 6,000 left in the wild, every effort to protect them counts.

Known for their strong family bonds, teamwork, and incredible hunting skills, wild dogs play a vital role in maintaining balance in our ecosystems.

✨ Fun Fact: African wild dogs are among the most successful hunters in the animal kingdom, with a success rate of up to 80% — higher than lions!

📸 Wynand Potgieter

Discover 121 years of the Joburg Zoo's rich history Take a journey through time and discover how the zoo has evolved fro...
25/08/2025

Discover 121 years of the Joburg Zoo's rich history

Take a journey through time and discover how the zoo has evolved from its humble beginnings in 1904 to the world-class conservation haven it is today. 🐘📜

Booking is essential⚠
For more information, call us on 082 803 0333 or e-mail [email protected]

Have you ever heard the lions roar at night in Johannesburg? 🦁 Join us for a zoo snooze and enjoy an overnight campout e...
22/08/2025

Have you ever heard the lions roar at night in Johannesburg? 🦁

Join us for a zoo snooze and enjoy an overnight campout experience.

⚠️Book now! Space is limited.

Step Into 121 Years of Wild History! Join us for an unforgettable Heritage Tour at the Joburg Zoo! 🏛️🐾Take a journey thr...
21/08/2025

Step Into 121 Years of Wild History!

Join us for an unforgettable Heritage Tour at the Joburg Zoo! 🏛️🐾
Take a journey through time and discover how the zoo has evolved from its humble beginnings in 1904 to the world-class conservation haven it is today. 🐘📜

What to Expect:
🔍 Fascinating stories from the past
📸 Rare historical exhibits
🌳 A walk through iconic enclosures
🎤 Expert-led guided tour

🎟️ Limited spots available! Book now!
For more information, call us on 082 803 0333 or e-mail [email protected]

Address

Jan Smuts Avenue And Upper Park Drive
Johannesburg
2196

Opening Hours

Monday 08:30 - 17:00
Tuesday 08:30 - 17:00
Wednesday 08:30 - 17:00
Thursday 08:30 - 17:00
Friday 08:30 - 17:00
Saturday 08:30 - 17:00
Sunday 08:30 - 17:00

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