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Frequently asked questions., what is zoolife.

zoolife is the world's first online zoo. Giving 4 billion animal lovers access to wildlife animals up-close through live 24/7 user-controlled cameras, with behind-the-scenes zookeeper talks and feeding times daily from the best ethical zoos & animal sanctuaries. Each stream is designed to bring you closer to wildlife and offers innovative ways of learning, protecting and engaging with the animals, from the comfort of one’s screen. zoolife's state-of-the-art technology allows users to control the camera from their device, zoom into a tiger’s whiskers, or move the camera around to explore a gorilla's habitat. Streaming live 24/7, zoolife features a growing collection of remarkable animal species, daily keeper talks, and interactive Q&As with animal experts for in-depth learning and so much more.

Can I try zoolife for free?

Yes! Absolutely! Sign up to create an account and you will receive two surprise habitats to watch for free, FOREVER .

How is zoolife any different from other free online animal content?

zoolife is not just a content platform, it's an online zoo experience. Our users LOVE  how interactive zoolife is, specifically: camera control, taking pictures & clips, and chatting live with animal experts. zoolifers also build a deeper connection with the animals, similar to when watching them in real-life because zoolife is live and not curated. In addition, 50% of every pass funds wildlife & conservation efforts.

What is an ethical zoo? How does zoolife fund animal care & conservation?

50% of every zoolife pass directly funds animal care & conservation efforts led by our partners – accredited zoos, animal sanctuaries and rehabilitation centers from around the globe. These fully accredited institutions are fundamental to conservation as they provide expert care, high quality nutrition and enrichment to the at-risk species in their care, while supporting field work to save species & ecosystems in the wild.

What's included in a zoolife pass?

Anyone who signs up gets unlimited access to two free habitats. FOREVER . However, with a zoolife pass you get unlimited access to our full collection of animal habitats and expert talks, streaming live 24/7 from around the world. 50% of every purchase directly funds animal care & wildlife conservation efforts led by our partners. The zoolife experience includes:

• Dozens of iconic animal habitats streaming live from accredited zoos, sanctuaries & rehabilitation centers worldwide.
• Camera control features to observe animals and explore habitats stunningly close, or simply take a picture or a clip of your favorite animal.
• Daily live Q&As with zookeepers and wildlife experts.
• A library of recorded talks, led by our hosts, about a variety of wildlife topics.
• A community of wildlife and animal lovers that you can directly connect and chat with.

Where does zoolife stream animals from?

zoolife only partners with fully accredited zoos, sanctuaries and rehabilitation centers who demonstrate the highest standards in animal care. ‍ Our current participating partners are:

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Straight from our users.

An intimate window into the lives of real animals, the camera gets you so close you feel like you’re there. Nothing comes close to zoolife!

It’s always changing. I’ve watched newborn animals grow up before my eyes ❤️

On YouTube lives, you had to be lucky to see the animal. On zoolife, the camera control and interactiveness are incredible!

For disabled people like me, a trip to the zoo and walking through is no longer a possibility. I love that I can visit the zoo from home.

This is amazing! What a great idea. Can get up and close to the lions while I'm in the safety of my house. Love it 😍

On zoolife I enjoy a healthier space while I draw, journal, stretch, or work. It feels like I’m hanging out with the animals.

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In the Spotlight: Toronto Zoo

Plan your visit to canada’s largest zoo, connecting people, animals and conservation science since 1974. .

With a walking map, exclusive one-of-a-kind tours and a drive-thru safari, there’s no shortage of ways to see the hundreds of species at this gorgeous zoo. With a focus on conservation and protecting the environment, your ticket to the Toronto Zoo (2000 Meadowvale Rd.) will contribute to helping keep these striking animals thriving for as long as possible.

The Toronto Zoo is divided into seven zoogeographic regions—Indo-Malaya, Africa, the Americas, Australasia, Eurasia, Canadian Domain and the Tundra Trek. With animals from all over the world, you can spend days here, so make sure to decide exactly who you want to see before you set off. Animals like apes, tigers, lions and bears can be seen indoors in tropical pavilions and outdoors in their habitats.

Toronto Zoo tickets vary by age and season (adult tickets are usually around $30). Visit the Toronto Zoo website for more information on ticket prices. 

Toronto Zoo Food & Drinks

With plenty of restaurants and food stands to choose from, you’ll find something to satisfy the whole family during your visit to the zoo.

Peacock Café

Conveniently located right where you walk into the zoo, the Peacock Café is a mainstay with staples like Tim Hortons coffee, pastries and easy sandwiches.

Simba Safari Lodge

This themed restaurant has fast food like burgers, chicken fingers and more kid-friendly options. Located right by the white rhino exhibit, visitors of age can enjoy a pint on the Simba Patio while they watch the animals play below.

Polar Patio

This fully licensed eatery has a delicious poutine and plenty of beers to choose from. Enjoy some sunshine while you sip a cider and munch on some nachos.

Smoke’s Poutinerie Trailer

All the poutine toppings you could ever want, wrapped up in one small trailer. Ask for whatever you like on your poutine at this simple but satisfying eatery located in the front courtyard.  

Toronto Zoo Activities

With more than 5,000 animals to see, clearly the wildlife is the best part of a visit to the Toronto Zoo. The animals hail from all over the world, making it a truly diverse experience. You’ll also have plenty of opportunities to shop for plush animals to remember your trip by, or stop for lunch in an unforgettable zoo-themed restaurant.

From wildlife encounters to informational signs, there are tons of ways to experience the zoo. Plan your walk through the zoo with pre-mapped walking tracks provided by the zoo. One-way routes throughout the zoo will allow you to see many of your favourite animals and ensure that you won’t miss a thing. 

While much of the zoo is outdoors, you can pop into the pavilions for some air conditioning and to see some of the coolest animals the zoo has to offer. This includes the African Rainforest Pavilion, Australasia Pavilion, Indo-Malaya Pavilion, Giraffe House, gift shops, the Membership Building, washrooms and restaurants.

You can also book drive-thru visits with the zoo’s Scenic Safari. See the animals from a whole new perspective using staff-only roads, normally closed to visitors. Take a tour from the comfort of your own car with zookeeper commentary to learn about the animals as you drive along—even through the lion caves!

One-of-a-kind Wild Encounters tours will take you behind-the-scenes to experience some of the animals and habitats up close. Book one of these experiences before you get to the zoo to ensure you can get up close and personal with your favourite fuzzy creature.

Wildlife preservation is a hot topic and the Toronto Zoo offers great tips and research about fighting extinction, like adopting your very own zoo animal. The Toronto Zoo also participates in many conservation initiatives including captive breeding and reintroduction, habitat and species research and much more.

Let staff bring the zoo to you with activities and other resources that make learning fun for the kids and easier for you. With interactive virtual learning opportunities, you can now see more of the zoo from home or the classroom than ever before.

You can also get up close and personal with the animals and zookeepers without leaving your couch. Have burning questions for the zookeepers? Ask away during the daily interactive live streams and spend some time learning about the animal of the day from different parts of the zoo.

Fun facts about the Toronto Zoo

• The Toronto Zoo is a non-profit benefiting the Toronto Zoo Wildlife Conservancy, which is committed to helping save endangered and at-risk animals from around the world
• The zoo is shrouded by several conservation areas, making it a great place to go for a hike in nature and see some wildlife out in the world
• The zoo opened in 1974
• Thanks to the Toronto Zoo Wildlife Conservancy, several breeding missions have resulted in new life, including one baby Masai giraffe in 2020
• For the first time ever, the Toronto Zoo opened a drive-through safari during the coronavirus pandemic in 2020
• The Toronto Zoo welcomes over one million visitors each year
• The largest animal at the Toronto Zoo is Samson the hippopotamus, who weighs 2.25 tonnes
• The smallest animal at the Toronto Zoo is a leaf-cutter ant that clocks in at 7.5 millimetres long
• Each day, the zoologists and their teams prepare around 1.5 tonnes of food for the animals
• The rocks in Toronto Zoo habitats come from all over Ontario and match what the animals would have in their natural environments

How to get to the Toronto Zoo

By car : Take highway 401 East or West to Meadowvale Road and go north on Meadowvale Road following directional signs to the Toronto Zoo.

By TTC : Take the 86A Bus from Kennedy Station during the summer or the 85 Sheppard East bus from Don Mills Station and Rouge Hill GO station.

By GO Train : Take the TTC 85 Sheppard East bus from the Rouge Hill GO station.

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A member of the Canadian Association of Zoos and Aquariums, the Toronto Zoo is at once a place of fun, education, and conservation. Bringing species from around the world into Scarborough , the zoo provides a rare opportunity for Toronto residents and visitors to gain a better understanding of the wild world beyond our city.

Toronto Zoo Hours of Operation

The bad news is the Toronto Zoo is closed on Christmas Day, December 25th. The great news is the zoo is open every other day of the year!

In terms of hours , the zoo is always open from at least 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., with longer hours in the spring and summer. During the summer it stays open until 6 p.m. Last admission is always one hour before closing time.

The Kids Zoo, Splash Island, and the Waterside Theatre are only open in the peak summer season.

A Note About Weather

If you're waiting for a bright, hot, sunny day to visit the zoo, remember that the hotter it is, the more likely the animals are to simply relax in the sun (or the shade, depending on what kind of climate they're used to). While there is lots to be said for visiting the zoo on a sunny afternoon, slightly cooler temperatures or breaks in the heat brought on by rain storms can really liven up a number of the residents. 

Toronto Zoo Admission

How much does it cost to go to the Toronto Zoo? Prices below as of March 2019.

In the winter (Oct. 15 to May 2)

• General Admission (ages 13-64) $23
• Senior (ages 65+) $18
• Child (ages 3-12) $14
• Child (ages 2 & younger) FREE

In the summer (May 4 to Oct. 14)

• General Admission (ages 13-64) $29
• Senior (ages 65+) $24
• Child (ages 3-12) $19

You should also remember to budget extra for lunch, dinner or snacks, as much like a movie theater the zoo restaurants charge a bit more than you would usually expect. Alternately, you're welcome to bring a packed meal inside.

Other Ways to Pay

The Toronto Zoo has a variety of annual membership plans available, which give you a full year of access plus special perks. If you think you or your family will visit the zoo more than once in the next 365 days, this is an option that's well worth checking out. The zoo is also one of the six attractions available through the Toronto CityPass .

Getting to the Zoo by Public Transit

The TTC does provide service directly to the zoo, but which bus is heading there changes depending on the day of the week and the time of year. The 86A Scarborough East bus from Kennedy Station runs every day in the summer from about 6am to 8pm. After Labour Day, 86A buses operate to the zoo from Monday to Friday only. You can also take the  85  Sheppard East bus route, which operates to the zoo from Don Mills Station and Rouge Hill GO Station on Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays.

For more route information, you can visit the TTC website​  or contact them at 416-393-4636.

Getting to the Zoo by Car

Driving to the Toronto Zoo is fairly straightforward. Take Highway 401 to the east side of Toronto and exit at Meadowvale Road. Head north on Meadowvale and the signs will take you right into the parking lot. Parking costs $12 per vehicle, which you pay on the way out.

Accessibility

The zoo is wheelchair accessible, as are the two TTC routes that service it, however, there are some steep grades. You can also borrow wheelchairs on-site with a refundable deposit, but there is only a limited number available.

Because of the nature of the zoo, they have a unique policy regarding guide dogs, which includes the need to bring proof of vaccinations. Read the full policy on the Toronto Zoo's Accessibility webpage for all the details.

Things to Do at the Toronto Zoo

Obviously, the main reason to visit the Toronto Zoo is to see the 5000+ animals who live there, but you can also enjoy zoo keeper talks and scheduled feedings, hands-on discovery areas, and special exhibits.

In summer there's the Splash Island water play area, shows at the Waterside Theatre, and camel and pony rides available. A number of special events are held at the zoo, as are day programs and camps for kids and adults alike.

• Toronto Zoo Special Events web page
• Toronto Zoo Camps and Programs web page

The Animals of the Toronto Zoo

The Toronto Zoo's animals are grouped together based on the region of the world where they originate. This means there are animals representing several geographic regions including Indo-Malaya, Africa, the Americas (North and South America), Eurasia, Tundra Trek, Australasia and Canadian Domain - each with a cluster of buildings and outdoor enclosures. The Toronto Zoo is very large, so you may want to focus each visit on just a few areas.

Here's a taste of what to expect in each exhibit area -- for a detailed list of animal facts visit Toronto Zoo's animal page . If you're interested in one animal in particular, you should check to make sure the animal isn't temporarily off display. To do that visit the Animals Off Display page on the zoo's website.

Indo-Malaya:  Some of the most popular animals in the Indo-Malayan area of the zoo are the Sumatran orangutans. Don't forget to see the variety of birds and lizards, however, and keep an eye out for the great Indian rhinoceros.

African Savannah: You might get a chance to see an African lion, cheetah, spotted hyena, African penguin and more.

African Rainforest : Head here to catch a glimpse of a naked mole rat, Western lowland gorilla, sacred ibis, royal python and pygmy hippopotamus. 

Americas:  Seeing the otters at play is fantastic fun, as are the Golden Lion Tamarins.

Australasia:  Take a walk through the kangaroo range, and enjoy the kookaburra, lorikeet, and others in the aviary.

Eurasia:  The red pandas are intriguingly raccoon-ish, but sometimes hard to spot. The barbary sheep, on the other hand, generally stand right out there for the world to see. And of course, you don't want to miss the snow leopard or the Siberian tiger.

Canadian Domain:  If you're feeling a little un-Canadian for never having seen a moose, the zoo has you covered. You can also swell with national pride at the sight of the wolves, lynx, cougars, grizzlies and more.

Tundra Trek:  The 10-acre Tundra Trek features a 5-acre polar bear habitat and underwater viewing area.

In addition, it's worth making time to check out the new state-of-the-art Wildlife Health Centre . This facility is the first of its kind in Canada and offers the chance to see the work the Zoo does behind-the-scenes, with access to a viewing gallery featuring the following rooms: Diagnostic Imaging, Treatment, Surgery, Clinical Lab and Endocrinology Lab. The Wildlife Health Centre is open daily from 10am to 4pm.

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Stuck at home with kids and going kooky? This epic list of virtual zoo tours and aquariums from around the world will (hopefully) provide kids with a few hours of entertainment, and grownups with a smidge of regained sanity.

Things are completely berserk right now – not gonna lie. But, you have to admit that living through a global pandemic in the 21st century really ain’t all that bad. I mean, on the bright side, we have the Internet, liquor stores and an infinite online catalogue of hilarious memes to keep us entertained.

Fellow parents, this enlightening virtual zoo and aquariums post aims to create an ‘occupation’ for the kids so that us poor souls can quietly resume watching Tiger King or scrolling through funny quarantine videos on Tik Tok.

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Alright, folks. Whip out your VR goggles or get the TV ready for casting – we are about to embark on a whirlwind trip around the world to experience the best aquariums and virtual zoo tours on all four corners of the planet. Best of all.. You won’t even have to lift a finger. Okay, maybe just one finger for clicking.

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18 Best Virtual Zoos & Aquariums in the World

Strap on your ‘seatbelts’ and virtual reality headset (if you own a pair), we’re about to take you on a wild ride through four continents to experience a string of virtual field trips to the zoo and aquariums like you’ve never experienced before.

North America: Virtual Zoo Tours & Aquariums

Home to world-class zoos and one of the most remarkable aquariums we’ve ever set foot inside *ahem* Georgia Aquarium, North America is one virtual trip you have to take to ogle at pandas, Beluga whales and even piranhas via 24-hour live cams.

San Diego Zoo

If there’s one virtual zoo trip to place on top of your online ‘travel’ bucket list – it’s San Diego Zoo.

Slide into their live cams to take a peek at the daily shenanigans of tigers, elephants, baboons and more adorable four-legged fur friends that will steal your hearts away.

But wait, guys. There’s more to your San Diego Zoo virtual tour and online experience. Way more. Ensure that you pop a visit to the dedicated kids’ section of the website for a myriad of animal-focused learning activities, art and crafts video tutorials, home experiment ideas and educational games.

Oh, and if you have a VR headset handy, now’s the time to pop them over your head and check into their YouTube channel to immerse yourselves in 360º videos, like this one of giant tortoises eating watermelon.

Atlanta Zoo

In need of a cute animal fix that’s not your own household pet? Atlanta Zoo has got you covered with their world-famous live PandaCam . Meet the ridiculously adorable panda twins, Ya Lun and Xi Lun, who are melting hearts across the globe with their playful antics and just all-round cuteness.

Don’t forget to swing by their Facebook page to experience what basically feels like virtual field trips to the zoo, featuring regular keeper talks and behind-the-scenes insight into animals and their diets and lifestyle.

The website also offers a host of fun activities and lessons that support ‘at home learning’, like animal arts and crafts, backyard bingo and a storybooks packed with hands-on activities.

TIP: Download the WILDEVERSE mobile game, which features real-life characters from Atlanta Zoo. Transform your home into a digital jungle and embark on research quests and missions to find endangered apes. 

Cincinnati Zoo

Hopping over a couple of states north to Ohio, we’re going to spring into Cincinnati Zoo to meet the world’s most famous hippopotamus, Fiona. Follow this immersive virtual zoo tour to get a feel of the space, exhibits and animals.

Swing by their Facebook page to tune into The Fiona Show where you can watch videos of her birth and follow her astonishing progress and growth. She’s the only hippo ever to survive an almost 2-month premature birth.

They also host daily virtual safari live streams, in which you can learn all about the zoo’s resident animals, including their diets, personalities and lifestyles.

Toronto Zoo

Slip into your down jackets because I’m about to beam you further up to the chillier regions of the northern hemisphere. Ready? Get set. Click away.

Explore Toronto Zoo’s YouTube channel to get up close and personal to mighty grizzly bears,  fluffy white Arctic foxes, lynxes, and even Masai giraffes.

If you’re keen to experience a virtual zoo trip to this beautiful destination, take a look at this complete walkthrough which lets viewers enjoy the zoo on a snowy winter day.

Georgia Aquarium

Yes. We’re parents and.. yes, we love to travel, so I can safely say that we’ve been to a crapload of aquariums around the world. If there isn’t an aquarium on our city itinerary, then something has gone horribly wrong in the planning process.

Of all the aquariums we have visited, none have, so far, compared to Georgia Aquarium. Not even close. If you’re an aquarium nut like we are – you need to put a  physical visit to this spectacular place on your travel bucket list.

For now, you can, of course, experience this epic aquarium virtually via their virtual aquarium tour and live cam feed where you can soothe your soul gazing at dancing jellyfish or stare in awe at the Beluga whale. 

Monterey Bay Aquarium

Attention, please. It’s time to choose your snack, sink into the couch and get cozy; your self-guided Monterey Bay Aquarium virtual tour is about to begin.

Step one. Cast this 360° aquarium walkthrough to your TV or don your virtual reality headset ’cause things are about to go down in underwater town.

Virtually meet and learn about Monterey Bay Aquarium’s resident marine animals on their interactive website, or stalk your favourite sea animal’s live cam . 

You can even enrol in free online courses comprising guided activities to support learning at home or engage the kiddos in free virtual zoo games that both educate and entertain.

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Asia: Virtual Zoos & Aquariums

Exotic rainforest virtual zoo tours and thrilling night safaris – discover Asia’s most enchanting zoos and aquariums without having to peel yourself off the couch. 

Singapore Zoo

Okay, so Asia is off-limits right now. I mean, pretty much every continent is out of reach at this moment, but that doesn’t mean you can’t take a virtual field trip to this incredible zoo in South East Asia that everyone raves about.

Get a feel of Singapore Zoo and what animals you can expect to encounter in our very own walkthrough guide that we filmed on one of our visits or read up on the zoo’s resident animals.

Hold up a second though. Your journey doesn’t end at the Singapore Zoo. Drop into the Singapore River Safari for a virtual walkthrough tour and meet weird and wonderful creatures that inhabit rivers around the world.

Your adventure continues onwards to the Singapore Night Safari where you can view a hypnotising fire show , witness an impressive animal show , and hop on a tram car to discover nocturnal animals in their open exhibits.

Check out our Singapore virtual zoo guide to see the highlights of this open zoo concept.

Jurong Bird Park

While we’re in Singapore, let’s take a hot moment to visit one of the biggest bird parks in the world where you can make a feeble attempt at identifying up to 3,500 birds across 400 species from all over the world.

Discover the diverse zones inhabited by bird species from all corners of the Earth, meet the winged residents of Jurong Bird Park or take a virtual stroll through the lush, green space that will give you all the jungle vibes 

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Aquaria KLCC

Swing into Aquaria KLCC in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, on one of your free virtual field trips to zoos and aquariums around the world and tune into marine animal feedings and educational talks on their 24-hour live streaming cam .

Don’t forget to check their Facebook for the schedule.

Meet the spine-chilling Sand Tiger Shark and his stingray buddies, or chill out with laid-back Green Sea Turtles that all dwell inside the Living Ocean tank.

Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo

Set off on a virtual aquarium tour at the magnificent Dubai Aquarium and Underwater Zoo located in the glittering capital of the United Arab Emirates.

The tour isn’t just an ordinary virtual field trip of your average aquarium; this epic space also doubles as a zoo. Be prepared to encounter fruit bats, desert hedgehogs, cobras, chameleons.

Pop over to their Facebook page to learn fun animal facts and binge on videos of iguanas, hedgehogs and racoons freely roaming the empty aquarium.

Australia: Virtual Zoos & Aquariums

Kangaroos? Check. Koalas? No doubt. Tasmanian Devil? Yeah, baby. It’s time for a trip downunder to meet friendly Aussie animals and not-so-friendly creatures and crawlies that either bite or kill.

Taronga Zoo 

To experience one of the southern hemisphere’s best virtual zoos, you can’t go past Sydney’s newly launched Taronga TV . Tune into the live cams to view animal exhibits, shows, keeper chats, and even take a peek inside the Wildlife Hospital.

Hit up Taronga’s YouTube channel to witness funny animal antics and catch up on missed shows and performances. This video of a lemur baking in the sun is basically all of us right now when the sun touches our windows in quarantine.

Sea Life & Wild Life Sydney

Sea Life and Wild Life Sydney have recently launched their fun and super educational online virtual zoo and aquarium experiences. Prepare yourselves for hours worth of fun family activities and homeschooling content.

Dive into the virtual aquarium experience and meet dugongs and King penguins in live streams, or gape at aquarists throwing themselves into the shark tank to feed hungry sea predators.

If you’re running low on learning activities for the kiddos, you’ll also find a bunch of marine animal-themed craft activities and free downloadable homeschooling resources and activity sheets .

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A virtual visit to Sea Life wouldn’t be complete without popping into Wild Life Sydney to learn all about Australian animals that are slightly more.. grounded.

Peek into live streams to see what Rocky the croc is up to or join in on storytime events run by the zoo staff on the virtual zoo tours page. You’ll also find printable animal-themed colouring pages, plus fact and activity sheets.

Before you leave, don’t forget to drop by  Merlin’s Education Toolbox for even more activities and workbooks, especially helpful for parents seeking homeschooling resources or teachers looking for lesson content. 

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Europe: Virtual Zoos & Aquariums

The last continent we’ll be virtually teleporting you to on this worldwide virtual safari, zoo and aquarium tour is, of course, good ole Europe. Home to the world’s oldest zoo and the first zoo in the world to house and breed penguins – your roundtrip will end with a little history and class.

Germany’s capital can proudly claim to have the most popular zoo in all of Europe. Berlin Zoo houses a whopping collection of over 20,000 animals across 1,500 different species – more than any zoo on the planet.

Considering none of us can currently visit in person, we can thank the Internet once again for this high-resolution walkthrough , making it possible to meet some of the friendly furry residents of the zoo, virtually.

Oh, and I’m just gonna casually mention that they have PANDA CUBS, guys. *Hyperventilating*. Jump onto their Facebook to meet the twinning cuties, Pit and Paule. Right now. It’ll be the most adorable thing you’ll see all week.

You can stalk them trying to catch some snoozy time below…

Speaking of stalking animals (cos that’s socially acceptable, right?), Prague Zoo houses a baby elephant that online visitors can attempt to spot on their live Elephant Valley cam . Pop by their YouTube channel for more adorable moments and to follow its journey from birth.

Watch this 4k  walkthrough of the zoo and try to spot mighty Western Lowland gorillas, polar bears, hippos, Asian elephants, red pandas and many more cute and intimidating animals.

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Edinburgh Zoo

This was the first zoo in the world to house and breed penguins – in fact, Edinburgh Zoo is popularly known for its Penguin Parade, where waddling little penguins are let free their enclosure for a stroll around the space.

Observe the antics of King and Rockhopper penguins on live cams , as well as koalas, tigers and pandas.

They’ve made their learning portal readily accessible – the online hub is packed with free activities, games, quizzes and fact files for kids of all ages.

Hang tight – just gonna beam you over to our final leg of virtual zoo tours around the world in Vienna. The city is home to the world’s oldest zoo, Tiergarten Schönbrunn, which opened its doors in 1752.

Soak in this gorgeous space in this virtual zoo stroll and meet animals from all around the world and, of course, explore the picturesque landscape that surrounds the zoo. 

Keep an eye out for the zoo’s newest sensation, Finja – a polar bear cub. Watch her birth and everyday life on Vienna Zoo’s YouTube channel .

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Your Toronto Zoo’s mission is connecting people, animals and conservation science to fight extinction, in support of our vision of a world where wildlife and wild spaces thrive. An iconic tourist attraction and conservation organization, your Toronto Zoo boasts several leading programs for helping wildlife and their natural habitats – from species reintroduction to reproductive research. With over 700 acres to explore and more than 4,000 animals, your Toronto Zoo one of the largest in the world. Connect with wildlife with over 10km of walking trails or in one of four indoor tropical pavilions, home to wildlife species from all over the world. Enjoy attractions like Zoomobile, Tundra Air, Gorilla Climb Ropes Course, Conservation Carousel and much more, including our Greenhouse and world-class Wildlife Health Centre Viewing Gallery! Come see all we do at Canada’s premier zoo; a world-class educational centre for people of all ages, your Toronto Zoo is open every day including December 25.

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Come with us on a virtual adventure to the Toronto Zoo, where we’ll explore the African Rainforest Pavilion. We’ll be guided by an animal expert at the Zoo, where we’ll see and learn about fascinating animals like the ring-tailed lemur, pygmy hippopotamus, western lowland gorilla, and more!

This Virtual Field Trip includes a tour of the African Rainforest Pavilion, a question and answer period with the Zoo’s animal expert, and valuable resources to continue the learning after our trip!

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More than 40 Pages of Resources & Printable Student Activities!

Support your students’ learning with our handy resources. Our teacher resource package and virtual classrooms will help your learners go deeper, and make the most of your virtual experience.

Includes student pages for:  Field Trip Reflections,  Animal Research,  Accessing Prior Knowledge,  and more…

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Our Earth Day Virtual Classroom is filled with super fun child-friendly learning resources.   To keep students safe, all YouTube videos are linked through SafeShare which removes advertisements and suggested videos. 

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Toronto Zoo Virtual Classroom

Our Toronto Zoo Virtual Classroom is filled with super fun child-friendly learning resources all about animals.   To keep students safe, all YouTube videos are linked through SafeShare which removes advertisements and suggested videos.

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23 Virtual Zoo Field Trips, Tours, and Zoo Cams That Get You Up Close to the Animals

Bring the zoo to you.

We love field trips, but sometimes organizing an excursion just can’t happen. Fortunately, we live in a time when technology can bring the excitement to us. The pandemic encouraged many zoos and aquariums to put in the effort to bridge the gap for visitors at home. As such, we’re able to share this list of fantastic virtual zoo field trips, virtual zoo tours, and zoo cams you can enjoy from anywhere.

Best Virtual Zoo Field Trips, Virtual Zoo Tours, and Zoo Cams

San diego zoo.

The San Diego Zoo has a “Watch and Learn” section on its website. Here, students can check out the fantastic zoo cams including the burrowing-owl cam, giraffe cam, elephant cam, and many more.

Atlanta Zoo

While the Atlanta Zoo’s zoo cam is dedicated to pandas, they offer many videos and activities that feature bird watching, sloths, lemurs, monkeys, and more.

Reid Park Zoo

Located in Tucson, Arizona, this zoo features a variety of delightful zoo cams designed to give kids a virtual zoo tour of the elephants, giraffes, grizzly bears, lions, and more.

Tembe Elephant Park

Tembe Elephant Park is located in a remote area of South Africa. Renowned for having the largest elephants in the world, these zoo cams offer sights such as sand forests and wetlands, leopards, rhinos, and, of course, elephants.

GRACE Gorilla Forest Corridor

This extensive cam takes us inside the gorilla forest corridor in the Democratic Republic of Congo while connecting the habitat with the night quarters at the Gorilla Rehabilitation and Conservation Education Center (GRACE).

Houston Zoo

Take a virtual zoo tour down to Texas and enjoy the live zoo cams set up by the Houston Zoo, allowing you to peer into the lives of giraffes, gorillas, elephants, and flamingos.

Explore the Arctic

Head to Churchill, Manitoba, Canada, to witness the annual polar bear migration. Discovery Education has teamed up with Polar Bears International to host a series that explores some of the biggest questions about the Arctic.

Bring your virtual classroom to life with animals from the Oregon Zoo. The Wildlife Live videos are aligned to different subject content areas, which are listed on the page. New videos are also posted regularly on the zoo’s social media channels. A few times every week, they go behind the scenes for a live interview with animal-care staff. Each live video is accompanied by a kid-approved activity related to the featured animal .

PBS Zoo Field Trip

Let’s all go to the zoo with PBS LearningMedia! At Zoo Miami, Penny and the KidVision VPK kids wash rhinos, feed giraffes, study a zebra’s stripes, and ride a camel. Lions and tigers and apes, oh my!

International Wolf Center

The cool wolf-pack cam live-broadcasts the adventures of four ambassador wolves: Denali, Boltz, Axel, and Grayson. The exhibit stretches across 1.25 acres and includes two dens, a filtered pond, and a forested area.

San Antonio Zoo

While San Antonio Zoo virtual field trips aren’t free, they’re very engaging. Enjoy virtual encounters with okapis, hippos, rhinos, and more.

From a virtual zoo tour and chats with staff to showing what the animals are up to and posting activity ideas from their education and conservation teams, the Dallas Zoo’s Bring the Zoo to You web series is perfect for a virtual field trip.

Australia Zoo

Australia Zoo was the home of the late Steve Irwin, best known as the Crocodile Hunter. His wife, Terri, and children, Bindi and Bob, have continued his legacy. This fantastic YouTube channel offers captivating videos of some of the world’s most fascinating animals.

Smithsonian’s National Zoo

This virtual zoo field trip takes us to the nation’s capital. Check out animal zoo cams that share a glimpse into the daily lives of black-footed ferrets, naked mole rats, giant pandas, and more.

Chester Zoo

This British zoo has been going live on Facebook and YouTube to offer a fun and engaging virtual zoo tour packed full of fantastic facts and adorable animal antics.

Monterey Bay Aquarium

The Monterey Bay Aquarium has created virtual zoo tour resources to support children’s learning for grades pre-K through 12. The site offers online courses, family-friendly science activities, crafts and printables, and fantastic video lessons (in English and en español) to help young learners who are excited about ocean animals.

Georgia Aquarium at Home

These wonderful guided virtual tours through Georgia Aquarium’s galleries allow you to explore the chilly unknown in Cold Water Quest , be immersed in a world of colors as a tropical diver , and more.

New England Aquarium Virtual Tour

Enjoy a virtual zoo tour of the New England Aquarium and check out the projects and activities available to both educators and families. New zoo cam videos premiere on Facebook , YouTube , and Instagram .

Folly Farm Sloth Cam

Witness the serene existence of Tuppee and Lightcap, two charming two-toed sloths residing in Sloth Forest, a habitat created as a comfortable “sloth retirement home.”

Aquarium of the Pacific Webcams

Peek into the lives of playful penguins, sleek sharks in the Shark Lagoon, the graceful sea nettles, the bustling Tropical Reef, the serene Honda Blue Cavern, and the intriguing coral predators. These webcams, complemented by resource kits, offer a vibrant, educational experience for all ages.

Cheyenne Mountain Zoo Giraffe Cams

Tune into the Cheyenne Mountain Zoo’s giraffe cams for a live peek into the lives of giraffes in the African Rift Valley exhibit. These cameras capture the giraffes as they roam, mingle, and interact with visitors hand-feeding them lettuce. It’s a “Way Beyond Watching” experience that brings you up close with these majestic animals from anywhere in the world.

Clearwater Marine Aquarium Webcams

Dive virtually into the world of marine rescue at the Clearwater Marine Aquarium. Their live webcams offer glimpses into the new Ruth & J.O. Stone Dolphin Complex, home to rescued bottlenose dolphins in a sprawling 1.5 million gallons of Clearwater Bay’s filtered water. Additionally, explore more live cams like the Otter Cam, Pelican Cam, and Mavis’s Rescue Hideaway Cam for a closer look at other rescued marine animals.

Connecticut’s Beardsley Zoo Webcams

Catch a glimpse into the daily lives of Beardsley Zoo’s beloved animals with their live webcams. Be sure to switch between the Indoor and Outdoor Red Panda Cams, the Spider Monkey Cams, and the River Otter Cam to see these creatures exploring their habitats.

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