Himalayan Zoological Park
Himalayan Zoological Park
4.2
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Monday
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Tuesday
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Wednesday
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Thursday
Closed
Friday
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Saturday
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Sunday
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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2 contributions
May 2023 • Couples
The zoo happens to be the best manicured of all the zoos we had ever seen. The entry ticket to the zoo is quite cheap. The zoo showcases a wide variety of animals, birds, insects and reptiles..the museum attached to the zoo is a rare feast to the eyes. The park also rests rare species of trees like Peepli, the zoo houses a wide and rare range of birds and fishes, red panda, cheetah & other animals. The animals are well protected with clear guidelines to the visitors. The guards show a rare affection for the animals and are on their toes for the flora and fauna of the landscape. The washrooms are clean. A neat array of shops offer gift items,native dress and similar stuff. The up and down journey may be a bit tiring but is quite well compensated by the flora and fauna.
Written 9 May 2023
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Col Ravishankar
Chennai District, India10 contributions
Nov 2022
The well kept zoo despite the vast area. Roads and walkways were well maintained. The animals were not "caged" but in the open and in protected areas. One advice for travellers - please do not become the animals or birds and try to imitate their calls or cries. Let them be and you will be able to site them. If you enjoy walking in jungle trails this is THE place. We visited during end November, ideal weather I feel, to walk around the steep climbs and descents. One really needs to be a nature lover to enjoy the place rather than visiting this place to just make a tick mark to your itinerary. And yes don't go with pre-conceived ideas. Enjoy as long as you can. Happy visiting to the future visitors.
Written 13 December 2022
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Anuja
Panchgani, India33 contributions
Nov 2021 • Couples
The zoological park is absolutely stunning. We saw the Himalayan Leopard, Red Panda and Black Bear among others. Highly recommend a higher entry fee which will hopefully contribute to even better upkeep of the animals and their areas.
For those planning on visiting, I would urge you to do the following:
1. If you’re traveling with kids: please maintain silence and inform your kids about the importance of just observing animals in their natural habitat
2. If you’re terrified of animals: please don’t go and scream, it only scares the animals and disrupts the environment there
Other than the above mentioned points, if you’re keen on appreciating nature, you should visit.
Keep a minimum of 3 hours to walk and take in the beauty.
For those planning on visiting, I would urge you to do the following:
1. If you’re traveling with kids: please maintain silence and inform your kids about the importance of just observing animals in their natural habitat
2. If you’re terrified of animals: please don’t go and scream, it only scares the animals and disrupts the environment there
Other than the above mentioned points, if you’re keen on appreciating nature, you should visit.
Keep a minimum of 3 hours to walk and take in the beauty.
Written 27 November 2021
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tejasparekh3
Mumbai, India1,262 contributions
Dec 2021
its situated at 8000 ft, about 20 minutes from MG RD.
make sure to go in a cab, cause after the entrance its a 2 km drive to the animals.
also it may be difficult to get a ride back.
currently some renovations are ongoing.
we saw 2 large leopards, red panda, vultures, deer, cat leopards, porcupines, and a variety of pheasants.
great views of Mt Kanchenjunga from the watch tower.
great fun walking in the endogenous fauna and flora
make sure to go in a cab, cause after the entrance its a 2 km drive to the animals.
also it may be difficult to get a ride back.
currently some renovations are ongoing.
we saw 2 large leopards, red panda, vultures, deer, cat leopards, porcupines, and a variety of pheasants.
great views of Mt Kanchenjunga from the watch tower.
great fun walking in the endogenous fauna and flora
Written 26 December 2021
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Gourav Sharma
Gurugram (Gurgaon), India53 contributions
Jan 2024 • Family
The wildlife enclosure is somewhat underwhelming, with only a handful of animals and birds, numbering less than ten in total. The lack of effective management is evident, as there are no clear markings or signs to guide visitors. It appears that the facility is not being managed efficiently. Overall, unless you have a strong desire to see a red panda, the experience may not be worth the visit.
Written 15 January 2024
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Rajat
Gurugram (Gurgaon), India217 contributions
Jun 2022 • Family
It's quite a good zoo, with few caged animals. But these are slightly scattered and hence u need to walk a bit more. I was with my 3 yo so couldn't complete entire zoo but if you are fond of walking, this could be a good option. As far as animals, there are few who you can see over there.
Written 12 June 2022
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Dr. Shamshad Alam
1 contribution
Jan 2020 • Friends
I like the concept of landscape and exhibit design as well as pathways to reach different exhibits. You can feel real forest habitat around you with full of oxygen. Management should invest in animal care and designing the exhibit. Very less enrichment available for animals. No zoo staff to interact. No proper sign boards, and animal info. No proper conservation and education activities.
Place have much potential to establish itself in ecotourism and wildlife conservation canvas. Proper management, planning, developing human resources and adequate funding will help this zoo to grow and spread the wildlife conservation and education values.
Place have much potential to establish itself in ecotourism and wildlife conservation canvas. Proper management, planning, developing human resources and adequate funding will help this zoo to grow and spread the wildlife conservation and education values.
Written 9 February 2020
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rahulxpande
9 contributions
Jan 2023 • Solo
It’s a 20min drive from MG road. The drive to the national park is scenic. Ticketing process is a bit old school but the whole national park is worth a visit for the flora and fauna.
Written 2 January 2023
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Explore with Sehajpal
Friuli Venezia Giulia, Italy91 contributions
Aug 2019
Himalayan Zoological Park is certainly a place for wildlife lovers in Gangtok, Sikkim.Amazing experience with variety of animals like Snow leaopard, Red Panda,Blue Sheep, Yak, Himaliyan Thar ,leopard cat and many more . One can visit this place with childrens also .I wasn't expecting a zoo in the middle of the mountain forest excellent experience.if you are in Gangtok do not miss Himalayan Zoological Park
Written 12 January 2020
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Ravindra V
Hyderabad, India1,729 contributions
Oct 2022 • Family
This is a famous zoo in Gangtok known for Red Panda. It is more like a forest layout near animal habitat. The maintenance is not good. No food options except for some small restaurants opposite the zoo entrance.
Written 11 October 2022
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I am planning to visit Gangtok on 15 March but please tell me how to to reach from New Jalpaiguri Railway Station. In comfortable with lowest price?
Written 29 January 2019
From new Jalpaiguri railway station lots of taxi available
Written 30 January 2019
Hi,
Can I visit this place before returning back to NJP? Like visit it in Morning 9-12 then checkout at 12:30 and leave to NJP. I have train in night from NJP.
OR
Will this can be cover in full one day local sightseeing like below order:
-Ranka Monastery
- Banjhakri Waterfall
- Rumtek Monastery
- Saramsa Garden
- Ropeway - Cable car
- Flower Exhibition Center
- Hanuman Tok & Viewing area
- Ganesh Tok & Viewing area
- Himalayan Zoological Park
Thanks,
Raju
Written 26 March 2017
The one day sight seeing trip you mentioned is too far apart, for instance Rumtek monastery is 1.5-2.0 hours drive from Sikkim city centre. Banjhakri falls, Ganesh tok, Hanuman tok, Himalayan Zoo are in 1 sequence, while flower exhibition, rope way and cable car are closer to city centre. You might need to spend 2 days to cover these spots. Himalayan zoo can be covered in 3 hours, but you can combine only with the above mentioned. Hope this is helpful
Written 27 March 2017
What is the probable taxi charge for 4 persons for a full day at Gangtok ? For local sight seeing only.
Written 6 November 2016
Dear Sir,
You can book a cab for local site seen for full day @1500/per day in Gangtok which will carry four persons,for half day the rate is 800 to 1000 depending on vehicle
Written 7 November 2016
If i have One Day in Gangtok, and i have plans too visit places like Rumtek,Banjhakri waterfall and the Deorali monastery - Can the trip to This park be also accommodated on the same day?
Written 15 October 2015
Yes you can still accomodate the Zoological park in your travel plan for the day.
Written 5 November 2015
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