Nainital Zoo in Nainital
About Nainital Zoo
Managed by The Bharat Ratna Pandit Govind Ballabh Pant High Altitude Zoo Management Society Nainital, Nainital zoo maintenance funds comes from the entry fees. This zoo was established in 1984 and open for visitors from 1st June of 1995. Maintaining biodiversity, conservation and protection of wildlife are the main objective of Nainital Zoo management.
Some of the wildlife species in Nainital Zoo are:
- Himalayan Black Bear, Himalayan Martin, Himalayan Civet
- Steppe Eagle, Hill Partridge
- Tibetan Wolf, Japanese Macaque
- Sambar, Barking Dear, Goral
- Lady Amherst Pheasant, Silver Pheasant, Khalij Pheasant, Silver Golden Pheasant, Cheer Pheasant, Bornean Fireback Pheasant, Linneated Kalij Pheasant, Edwards Pheasant
- White Pea Fowl, Red Jungle Fowl
- Leopard, Royal Bengal Tiger
- Rose Ringed Parakeet, Blossom Headed Parakeet
Nainital Zoo Programmes and Events
Nainital Zoo organizes various outreach programmes involving children, students, local peoples and visitors to create awareness towards wildlife conservation on different forest and wildlife occasions, such as:
- World Environment Day on 5th June
- Ozone Layer Conservation Day on 16th September
- Wild Life Week during 1st to 7th October
Various activities like Zoo Visit, Quizzing, Painting and Debate Competition etc. are organized for the students. The winners are honored and given prizes by a dignitary.
Location of Nainital Zoo
Nainital Zoo is located in Sher ka Danda, Just 2 Kms from Tallital Bus Stand.
Location & How to Reach Nainital Zoo
Nainital Zoo is well connected by road and located at 2 km from Tallital Bus Station. Private vehicle are prohibited in Naintal Zoo and one can reach at the zoo by Sharing Jeep at Rs 30/- per person available from Mall Road. A small trek to the Nainital zoo is also a best option.
Zoo Shuttle Service: Now you can also reach through Zoo shuttle service which is running from Tallilal boat stand and Mallital infront of SBI.
Read How to Reach guide for Nainital.
What is Nainital Zoo famous for?
Nainital Zoo is popular place for following activities/ interests - Kids & family spots , Wildlife Tourism.
