Visitor Info

Opening Hours
Colombo zoo is open 8.30am to 6pm every day of the year, including sinhala – Tamil new year & christmas day, Thipongal day. Last ticket sale at 5.30pm.

Rates
Price
Foreign Adult Rs 2,000.00
Foreign Child Rs 1,000.00
SAARC Adult Rs 500.00
SAARC Child Rs 250.00
Local Adult Rs 100.00
Local Child Rs 30.00
School groups higher than 25 Rs 20.00
Get in to Zoo
Colombo Zoo is located at Dehiwala
The Zoo is situated just a few kilometers from the Colombo city which makes a easy journey by public transport or private vehicle.
By Bus
From Colombo port, Bus Route Number 101 stops at Dehiwala junction, and get the Bus Route Number 176 or 118.
From Airport, Bus Route Number 187 stops at Amar street junction, and get the Bus Route Number 176 or 118.
For further information on bus timetables, routes and prices please visit http://www.ntc.gov.lk where you can search for the best route for you.
By bus – Road map

By Train
Currently, the easiest way to visit Colombo Zoo is by train, get train from Colombo port and leave from Dehiwala station which near station to Colombo zoo and get Bus Route Number 176 or 118.
By train – Road map

Animal Rides

Events Time
Elephant Rides Saturday 2.30PM – 4.00PM
Pony Rides Sunday 2.30PM – 4.00PM
Animal Shows

Events Time
See lion show Everyday 4.00PM – 4.15PM
Elephant Show Everyday 4.30PM – 4.55PM
Zoo map
A colombo zoo map with full of information is available for foreignes at the zoo entrance, An A4 printebale version has been produce for you to view and download befor your visit.

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