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Discover the top 11 Zoos in the Philippines

Get ready to discover the wild side of the Philippines – In this blog, I listed the top 11 Zoos in the Philippines. Each zoo in this list offers a unique experience as you observe endangered species up close.

Photo by Avilon Zoo

Avilon Zoo

Avilon Zoo is one of the largest zoological institutions in the Philippines in terms of collection of live animals. The 7.5 hectare facility located in Rodriguez, Rizal houses more than 3,000 specimens of exotic wildlife. It has more than 500 species of birds, mammals reptiles, amphibians, freshwater fishes and invertebrates.

Operating Hours:

  • Weekdays – 8AM to 5PM
  • Weekends + Holidays – 8AM to 6PM

Rates:

  • Regular Rate – Php 800

  • Kids below 3ft – Php 600

  • Kids 12 months and below are FREE!

Baluarte Zoo

Baluarte Zoo is a zoological park in Vigan, Ilocos Sur, Philippines. It was established by politician and businessman, Chavit Singson.

Operating Hours:

  • Everyday 8Am to 6PM

Rates:

  • Entrance fee Php 100 per pax

  • Package A Php 150
    3 stations: Feeding area, Reptiles area, and Safari Gallery
  • Package B Php 300
    Safari Adventure

Calauit Safari Park

Calauit Safari Park is a game reserve and wildlife sanctuary located in Calauit Island, a 3,700 hectare island in the Calamian Islands chain that lies off the coast of Palawan.

Operating Hours:

  • Weekdays – 8AM to 5PM
  • Weekends + Holidays – 8AM to 6PM

Rates:

  • Local 
    Entrance fee Php 300
    Safari tour fee Php 125
    Environmental fee Php 100
  • Foreigner
    Entrance fee Php 500
    Safari tour fee Php 125
    Environmental fee Php 100

*Discount applies to PWD, Senior and Students

Photo by Clark Safari Adventure Park

Clark Safari Adventure Park

Clark Safari Adventure Park houses 2,400 animals from over 90 species.

Operating Hours:

  • Everyday 8AM to 6PM

Rates:

  • Adult – Php 599

  • Kids below 4ft – Php 499

  • Kids 2ft and below are FREE!

Photo by Lyger Animal Sanctuary

Lyger Animal Sanctuary

Lyger-Zoo is a local exotic animal sanctuary that houses some of the world’s rarest species.

Operating Hours:

  • Everyday 8:30AM to 5PM

Rates:

  • Entrance fee Php 200 per pax

Malabon Zoo

Malabon Zoo is Manny Tangco’s private collection of exotic and Philippine endemic animals. 

Operating Hours:

  • Everyday – 8AM to 5PM
Photo by Manila Zoo

Manila Zoo

The Manila Zoological and Botanical Garden is the only public zoo in the City of Manila. It’s a  home to more than 550 specimens of exotic wildlife representing 13 species of mammals, 38 species of avian, and 21 species of reptiles.

Operating Hours:

  • Weekdays – 8AM to 5PM
  • Weekends + Holidays – 8AM to 6PM

Rates:
Manila Residents
– Regular Rate – Php 150
– Student – Php 100
– Manila LGU Employee / Teacher of Manila – Php 100
– Kids 2 years old and below are FREE!

Non-Manila Residents
– Regular Rate – Php300
– Student – Php 200

Photo by Safari park Olongapo

Zoobic Safari

Zoobic Safari the first & only Tiger Safari in the Philippines. It is a 25 hectare forest adventure park where guest are treated to an exciting adventure. Far from the conventional zoo / themepark, Zoobic gives you a chance to meet these wonderful animals up close and personal.

Operating Hours:

  • Everyday – 8AM to 4PM

Rates:
– Adult – Php 695
– Kids below 3ft-4ft – Php 595
– Kids 3ft and below are FREE!

Photo by Tagaytay Highlands Animal Farm

Tagaytay Highlands Animal Farm

Tagaytay Highlands Animal Farm is a petting zoo and home to miniature animals from different parts of the world.

Operating Hours:

  • Thursday – Sunday 8AM to 5PM
Photo by Yoki's Farm

Yoki's Farm

Yoki’s Farm is the coolest animal sanctuary in the South. They offer a “meet and great” program with the farm’s resident animals from zebras, ostriches, macaws, parrots, rabbits, giant python, snakes, crocodiles, lizards, and more.

Operating Hours:

  • Weekdays – 8AM to 5PM
  • Weekends + Holidays – 8AM to 6PM

Rates:

  • Day Tour – Php 300
    Farm Animal Tour
    Farm Garden Tour
    Hydroponic Vegetable Plantation Tour
    Antique Museum Tour

  • Animal Encounter – Php 800
    Farm Animal Tour
    Up-close encounter with farm animals
    Exclusive feeding farm animals
    Walk-in Aviary, African Grasslands, Bearcat & Tortoise
  • Full Package – Php 1,000
    Hydroponic Vegetable Plantation Tour
    Exclusive Vegetable harvesting
    Hands-on farming experience
    Farm Animal Tour
    Up-close encounter with farm animals
    Exclusive feeding farm animals

Discounts:

  • Senior Citizens – 20% off
  • Kids 4-7 years old  – 30% off
  • Kids 1-3 years old – FREE
Photo by Zoocobia Fun Zoo

Zoocobia Fun Zoo

Experience a one-of-a-kind adventure at Zoocobia Fun Zoo. They offer many animal rides such as horse ride, carabao ride and camel ride, which is the first and only here in the Philippines.

Operating Hours:

  • Everyday 8AM to 4PM

Rates:

  • 495 Adults & Kids with 200 voucher

  • FREE for kids 3ft and below

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