Zoos

Habitat Africa! The Forest

Name: Habitat Africa! The Forest
Address: 3300 Golf Rd, Brookfield, IL 60513, Brookfield, IL, US
Telephone: (708) 688-8000
Rating: 4.7

★★★★☆ 4.7 (104 reviews)

📍 3300 Golf Rd, Brookfield, IL 60513

📞 (708) 688-8000

🌐 www.brookfieldzoo.org/Brookfield-Zoo/Education-Community-Engagement/King-Academy/Internships/ACS-Internships/HA-Forest

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🕐 Hours

Monday	9:30 AM–6 PM
Tuesday	9:30 AM–6 PM
Wednesday	9:30 AM–6 PM
Thursday	9:30 AM–6 PM
Friday	9:30 AM–6 PM
Saturday	9:30 AM–6 PM
Sunday	9:30 AM–6 PM

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About Habitat Africa! The Forest

Habitat Africa! The Forest is a zoo in Brookfield, IL. Habitat Africa! The Forest features Okapi, an extremely unique-looking animal with distinctive biology that visitors find particularly interesting. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 104 visitors.

💡 Did You Know?

⭐Habitat Africa! The Forest features Okapi, an extremely unique-looking animal with distinctive biology that visitors find particularly interesting
⭐The forest exhibit is notably smaller than other zoo sections but is considered a hidden gem within Brookfield Zoo Chicago
⭐This is one of the only places in the zoo where visitors can see crocodiles, as they have been removed from the swamp exhibit
⭐The attraction features both indoor exhibits that are well-decorated and several outdoor paths available during warmer weather

💬 What Visitors Say

💡Don't miss the Okapi exhibit - visitors consistently highlight them as a unique and fascinating animal with interesting biology. They're a hidden gem within this smaller attraction.
🕐Visit during warmer months to explore both the well-decorated indoor exhibits and the outdoor paths. Indoor exhibits alone make it worthwhile year-round, but the outdoor experience is weather-dependent.
💡This is currently the only place in the zoo to see a crocodile since they were removed from the swamp area, making it a must-visit for reptile enthusiasts.
💬While smaller than other zoo areas, this attraction is described as a 'hidden gem' that's always fun to visit and worth dedicating time to explore both indoor and outdoor sections.