Cali Zoo Zoo

Address: Avenida del Río, Barrio Pance, Cali, Valle del Cauca, Colombia

Website: https://www.zoologicodecali.com

Hours: Tue-Sun 9am-5pm, closed Mondays

Admission: COP 9,000 (~US$2.40) adult; reduced rates for children and seniors (prices subject to change)

Cali Zoo (Zoológico de Cali) is a zoological park located in Cali, Valle del Cauca Department, Colombia, that houses a range of native and introduced animal species. The site includes enclosures, walkways and educational displays aimed at conservation and visitor learning.

The zoo’s collection covers mammals, birds, reptiles and other groups and is arranged across landscaped grounds with visitor routes and care facilities. It operates as a public attraction with an emphasis on species preservation and environmental education.

The institution was established as a city zoo and has developed facilities and programs over time to support animal care and outreach. It serves local and regional visitors and is a major zoological facility in southwestern Colombia.

Geographically the zoo sits within the urban area of Cali and is accessible by city roads and public transport.

• Role: Housed in the city of Cali, it is one of Colombia’s principal zoological parks and focuses on both native and exotic species as part of conservation and education programs.

Located in Cali’s Pance district, the zoo is about a 20-30 minute drive southwest of downtown Cali. Public buses run toward Pance and taxi or ride-hailing services are commonly used. There is on-site parking for visitors.

• Arrive early morning when animal activity is higher and the grounds are cooler.
• Visit the reptile house and the Amazon basin exhibits-these are highlights often missed in a quick walk-through.
• Support conservation programs at the zoo entrance-the institution runs breeding and education initiatives for local species.