Welcome to ZSL Whipsnade Zoo

Elephantastic elephants
© ZSL - Simon Rayner

Elephantastic demontration

Go elephant crazy this summer by getting a unique close-up insight into the daily lives of ZSL Whipsnade Zoo’s elephants. More about Elephantastic

What's On

Sealion Show
Dates: 28 Mar - 28 Oct 2008
Times: All Day

Sealion Show © ZSL

Get closer to the action with our amazing sealion show.

Find more events at ZSL Whipsnade Zoo

Meet the Animals

Bongo

Baby Bongo © Adrian Dennis

Very little is known about Bongos as they are very secretive.

More animals at ZSL Whipsnade Zoo

News

A fun-filled night at the zoo
11 July 2008

Flame Oz - the daring flame dance troupe © ZSL

Nearly 4,000 people joined in the fun after hours for the special Zoo Nights event at ZSL Whipsnade Zoo - and they certainly got to escape and unwind with a Friday night out with a difference.

Visitor Information

With so much to see and do, a visit to ZSL Whipsnade Zoo is the perfect day out for people of all ages.

Our Visitor Information page has all the information you need to plan your day.

New Exhibits - Now Open

Rhinos of NepalRhinos of Nepal
© ZSL

The new Rhinos of Nepal exhibit is now open, providing an amazing new home for our greater one horned rhino herd.

Find out more about the exhibit.

Cheetah Rock

Come and see our cheetahs in their fantastic new 5,000m2 enclosure, get up close and personal to these fantastic cats.

Cheetah Rock - New African Adventure

More exhibits at ZSL Whipsnade Zoo

Cheetah Sculpture Video

Expertise

Zoo support, consultancy and design

Hornbill

ZSL offers comprehensive expertise in all aspects of zoo management, support, consultancy and design.

International Zoo Programmes

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