Colchester Zoo description

The official app for Colchester Zoo in Essex, England.

Navigate your way around 60 acres of stunning parkland and lakes to discover over 220 species.

As you explore the wonders of wildlife at Colchester Zoo you’ll visit many different habitats; from the humid home of our Komodo dragons to the zoo’s very own African plain, Kingdom of the Wild!

With over 1,500 animals to see, Colchester Zoo is a full, action-packed day out for all ages to enjoy.

Visit species from around the world and learn more about them at daily encounters and walkthrough enclosures.

Plus on your visit you will have the chance to feel the bristles on an elephants trunk or the tongue of a giraffe as you hand feed these gentle giants at public daily encounters.

Let the kids release their wild side in the zoo’s many adventure play areas, including the soft play complex, Jungle Tumble!

Come rain or shine, Colchester Zoo offers an enjoyable day out whatever the weather, with plenty of undercover viewing areas and facilities available.

Colchester Zoo's charity, Action for the Wild, supports conservation projects worldwide! Find out more via our app & on your visit!

Your wild adventure awaits!