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Location
What you should know
Accessibility
Restrooms available near elephant exhibits
Best time
Arrive at opening time to see gorillas and hippos when they are most active, as these animals are less visible during mid-day hours
Best time
Visit in early summer before the heat arrives, as the Dallas heat can significantly impact the experience and animal activity levels
Quick Facts
- Type
- Zoo
- Location
- Dallas Zoo - Wilds of Africa section
- Featured Animals
- Giraffes, elephants, gorillas, hippos, lions, zebras
- Staff
- Friendly and helpful
What visitors say
What a good time visiting the Dallas Zoo. Tons of active exhibits. The Elephants were out and about. Several Zebras, Ostriches and Bongos. The zoo staff were friendly and helpful as we asked questions about animals. It is difficult to…
This area of the Dallas zoo is where you can find giraffes, lions, elephants, gorillas, hippos, zebras, and more. We usually come here first at opening to see the gorillas and hippos when they are most active. There are restrooms by the…
The zoo staff were friendly and helpful as we asked questions about animals
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Did You Know?
- Wilds of Africa features a diverse collection of major African megafauna including giraffes, lions, elephants, gorillas, hippos, zebras, ostriches, and bongos in a single exhibit area
- Gorillas and hippos are most active during opening hours, making early arrival a strategically important visiting practice for optimal animal viewing
- The exhibit is designed with visitor convenience in mind, featuring restrooms strategically located near the elephant exhibits
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