Dehiwala Zoological Gardens Map (2022)
Planning a visit to Sri Lanka’s iconic animal sanctuary?
Dehiwala Zoological Gardens, also known as the National Zoological Gardens of Sri Lanka, is located in Dehiwala, near Colombo. Established in 1936, it spans 11 hectares and houses over 300 animal species. The zoo emphasizes animal welfare, education, and conservation, with daily animal shows and exhibits.
The most up-to-date Dehiwala Zoological Gardens Map helps you find your way to standout spots like the daily Elephant Show and the immersive Walk-Through Aviary. Discover where to catch the Sea Lion performance or navigate easily to the Amphibian House.
Whether you’re chasing the butterfly garden or the aquarium’s marine tunnel, this map keeps every highlight close and your experience stress-free.
Dehiwala Zoological Gardens Map 2022
Dehiwala Zoological Gardens Map 2022 updates include the reduction in the number of species on display to 152, with many animals relocated to the Pinnawala Zoo and Ridiyagama Safari Park for improved welfare. Several older enclosures, such as those for jackals and small aviary species, were demolished to make way for new, larger habitats like the expanded aviary for white peafowl and parakeets, and a new common hippo exhibit. These changes reflect the zoo’s ongoing transition toward more open, naturalistic enclosures and a focus on animal welfare and conservation.
Printable Dehiwala Zoological Gardens Map PDF 2022
FAQ
What are the opening hours of Dehiwala Zoo?
Dehiwala Zoo is open daily from 8:30 AM to 6:00 PM. The zoo operates every day of the week and only closes on government orders. Visitors are advised to visit early for a more peaceful experience.
How much is admission to Dehiwala Zoo for locals and tourists?
Admission for Sri Lankan adults is LKR 200 (about $0.67 USD) and for children LKR 50 (about $0.17 USD). Foreign adults pay LKR 2,500 (about $8.32 USD) and foreign children LKR 1,250 (about $4.16 USD), while SAARC adults pay LKR 700 (about $2.33 USD) and SAARC children LKR 350 (about $1.17 USD).
What animals can you see at Dehiwala Zoo?
Dehiwala Zoo features over 3,000 animals from more than 350 species, including elephants, lions, tigers, jaguars, sloth bears, giraffes, zebras, sea lions, various primates, exotic birds, reptiles, and a diverse collection of fish and butterflies.
Can visitors feed animals or attend animal shows (elephant, sea lion) at Dehiwala Zoo?
Visitors can feed animals using food purchased at the ticket counter, as outside food is not permitted. The zoo offers daily animal shows, such as an elephant show at 4:30 PM and a sea lion show in the evening, with schedules subject to change due to weather.
