Explore the Wilder Institute's Calgary Zoo, a world-class accredited zoo located on scenic St. George Island, just 5 minutes from downtown. Discover over 4,000 animals, organized into 7 immersive themed zones that transport visitors to different parts of the world: 1. Wild Canada: Showcasing the diverse ecosystems of Canada. 2. Destination Africa: See the majesty of the animal kingdom up close. 3. Imagine Asia: Newly redeveloped zoo, bring back red pandas, snow leopards and the Sichuan takin, a new species to the zoo. 4. The Penguin Plunge: From the shores of Peru to Antarctica, four species of penguin showing off the diversity of this incredible bird. 5. ENMAX Conservatory: Escape indoors to a tropical greenhouse filled with exotic plants and butterflies. 6. Dorothy Harvie Gardens: Discover what is possible in Calgary’s unique climate zone. 7. Prehistoric Park: Walk among the life‑size creatures that ruled Alberta once! Great for kids and dino-lovers alike.