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- It Began with a Roar
- Breakfast With The Big Guys
- Walk On The Wild Side
- Passport to Asia
Located in beautiful Balboa Park, the
100-acre World-Famous San Diego Zoo was founded by Dr. Harry Wegeforth
in 1916. The colorful and extremely enterprising San Diego physician
started the collection with a handful of animals left over from the
Panama-California Exposition. Today, the zoo cares for more than 4,000
individual animals representing 800 different species. Its collection,
as well as its collection of over 6,500 species of plants, is acknowledged
as one of the finest in the world.
The San Diego Zoo is ranked with top honors
on the MainTour Global Zoo Tour.
The San Diego Zoo
2920 Zoo Drive, PO Box 120551, San Diego, CA 92112; (619) 234-3153;
Gates Open Daily at 9AM-5PM (9AM-9PM Summer Hours);
Admission: Adults $19.50 / Child (3-11) $11.75;
Deluxe Admission: Adults $32 / Child (3-11) $19.75; (Includes Bus Tour and Aerial tram)
Two Park Combo Admission also available that includes Wild Animal Park
Group discounts available for 15 or more; (619) 718-3000; School Groups (619) 557-3962;
Operated by The Zoological Society of San Diego;
Tour Wild Animal Park
Large 2,200 acre
cageless exhibit north of San Diego that displays some of the
larger animals of the San Diego Zoo in natural habitat.
Recommended Tours:
Guided Bus Tour: 35-minute tour on double-decker bus provides
a quick easy way to see most of the best features of the park. The
excellent guides usually share some great trivia and special secrets
about the more exotic creatures along the way. You must purchase
the deluxe admission for this feature. Highly recommended for all
first time visitors.
Skyfari Aerial Tram: Airborne shortcut up and over to
the opposite end of the Zoo.You must purchase
the deluxe admission for this feature.
Themed Tours: - There are a variety of
seasonal and themed tours. Most are designed for ages 12 and up and fees
range between $12-15. Call (619) 557-3969 for latest info. Themes Include:
Parking
Parking is Free and also many
public bus routes pass through Balboa Park.
Best times to visit is in early Spring (Jan-April).
Also try for Sept-Nov when the school year starts, the crowds are thin
and there are next to no crowds for the more popular features.
Note: The best time to visit a zoo is either early
in the morning or late in the evening when the animals are most active.
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on overnight stays in the area. Look for combo ticket/room packages available.
General admission prices are already outstanding when compared to other major area theme parks, however if you want to rack up even more savings - check out the following:
Annual Membership -Gives you unlimited free admission, as well as a host of other benefits.
Group Discounts - 15 or more, call the friendly staff at (619) 718-3000 for more info.
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Ituri Forest
Opened Summer 1999 - This is the most complex, multi-species habitat
developed yet by the Zoo. In an African rain forest setting - guests
see okapis, hippopotamuses, forest buffalos, otters, monkeys,
and colorful birds. Four acres of winding trails cross through dense
rain forest.
Scripps Aviary
Walk through aviary - African rain forest setting for over 200
colorful African native species. This free flight enclosures sstands
90 feet high and 150 feet long.
Gorilla Tropics
2.5 acre simulation of an African rain forest. Centerpiece is
an 8,000 sq.ft. enclosure for a troop of western lowland gorillas.
One of the most popular exhibits of the zoo lets you readily observe
natural primate behaviours.
Polar Bear Plunge
Large 2-acre exhibit recreates the Arctic tundra - Siberian reindeer,
arctic foxes, northern birds, native plants and a 130,000 gallon aquarium
for the Polar Bears cooled to 55 Degrees F.
The polar bear aquarium recreates summertime tundra habitat.
Owens RainForest Aviary
New walk through 65-foot high aviary with over 200 birds. Simulates
the sights and sounds of a Southeast Asia jungle habitat. One of the largest
such exhibits in the world, it cost nearly $4 million to complete.
Bonobo Road
6,000 square foot enclosure is home to the bonobo chimps, which are
considered to be the most intelligent primate in the world (after humans of course).
Watch the playful bonobos roam the giant rock outcroppings and twisted palms
of their oversized enclosure.
Giant Panda Research Station
Only pair of Giant Pandas in the USA - Shi Shi and Bai Yun.
They are here on a 12 year loan from China and located in a special
conservation research center. Limited viewing hours.
New Panda Cub now living in
public display area. Only giant panda pair and offspring anywhere
in the US. This exhibit will end sometime in late 2002.
Tiger River
10 exhibits with over 100 animals in a Asian rainforest habitat.
Tigers, crocodile, tapirs, fishing catss, pythons, mousedeer, and many
more exotic creatures.
Sun Bear Forest
Home to the Malayan sun bears - regarded as the smallest bears in the
world. They are very agile, comical and a regular great entertainer for
the guests.
Reptile House
There are over 869 reptiles and amphibians at the zoo - including
six endangered species.
Children's Zoo
Youngsters can interact with common and exotic farm creatures.
Koala Bear Exhibit
Only albino Koala on public display anywhere in the world.
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Best Western Seven Seas - Hotel Circle
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The Best Western Seven Seas is a first class hotel centrally located on Hotel Circle
in beautiful Mission Valley. Guests are ideally situated to visit many of San Diego's major attractions, including Sea World, the San Diego Zoo, Old Town and several beach and marina areas.
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The main reason to catch some of these shows is for the opportunity to see some of these nimals in action.
Wegeforth National Park Sea Lion Show
Special feature on some unique creatures of our world.
Live shows daily.
The Wild Ones
Exhibition of predators and prey from around the world display
their natural behaviours.
Live shows daily at Noon and 2PM.
Hunte Amphitheater
Nightime Zoo - Mid-June to Labor Day
Enjoy an evening filled with educational and entertaining performances
and upclose animal encounters.
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Humphreys Halfmoon Inn - Shelter Island -
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The Humphrey's Half Moon Inn is an incomparable waterfront resort
setting on romantic Shelter Island. The property is nestled among lush
tropical gardens, palm trees and poolside waterfall. It features elegant
guest rooms and suites, free Hbo, heated pool and spa, city and bay views.
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In addition to the traditional fare of "fun foods" (i.e., cotton candy, ice cream, hot dogs and soft drinks) The San Diego Zoo offers the following diverse and healthier choices:
Albert's Restaurant
Full service fine dining establishment with open-air deck
overlooking the zoo's scenic waterfalls. Menu includes specialty
salads, New York steak, salmon fillets and teriyaki chicken kabobs.
Located in the Treehouse complex near Gorilla Tropics.
Other Dining Locations
Treehouse Cafe -Sandwiches, salads, soups and desserts.
Canyon Cafe -Featuring authentic Mexican cuisine -
Sydney's Grill -Hamburgers and broiled chicken sandwiches
Flamingo Care - Soups, sandwiches and Asian rice bowls
