Chessington Zoo
Overview
Chessington Zoo is a fabulous part of the total Chessington World of Adventures Resort experience - meet over 1,000 animals from the exotic and endangered to the just plain cute.
There is so much to explore – laugh at mischievous meerkats, come nose to nose with sharks and rays in the spectacular SEA LIFE centre or roar with the lions in the Trail of the Kings – be sure not to miss it!
To mark Chessington Zoo’s 80th birthday in 2011 we launched the Chessington Conservation Fund… take a look here to find out more.
In our Zoo you will find the following attractions…
Wanyama Village & Reserve
Who needs an overseas Safari holiday when an African Reserve is right on your Surrey doorstep? Grevy’s Zebras, the very rare Scimitar Horned Oryx and Meerkats will take centre stage at the brand new Wanyama Village & Reserve .
Lorikeet Lagoon
Go truly wild on an expedition through the Lorikeet Lagoon, part of our amazing new land, Wild Asia... a beautiful way to meet these exotic and colourful birds.
Trail of the Kings
Journey through the jungle and get a close-up look into the world of the fascinating Western Lowland Gorillas, Asiatic Lions, Persian Leopards, Sumatran Tigers, Binturongs and Fossas.
SEA LIFE Centre
Lifting the lid on the mysteries of the underwater world, Chessington’s SEA LIFE centre is a truly breath taking experience for all deep sea explorers!
Children's Zoo
The Children's Zoo is the perfect opportunity for animal lovers to interact with a range of farmyard friends, including pygmy goats, chickens, KuneKune pigs and rabbits.
Creepy Caves
Explore a world of reptiles, snakes and creepy crawlies, including pythons, tarantulas, and other fascinating lizards, frogs and caterpillars!
Monkey & Bird Garden
Home to more than twenty different species of monkeys and birds, this garden walkthrough is not to be missed! There are interactive play 'n' learn elements, an incredible Squirrel Monkey walkthrough and fascinating facts for the whole family!
Penguin Cove, Otters and Reindeer
Waddle down to Penguin Cove where you can see the Humboldt Penguins splashing around or stop by and say hello to the mischievous otters nearby.
Sealion Bay
Splash down to Sealion Bay for the chance to see Harley and Dante play in the water!
Shopping
SEA LIFE Shop
Location: SEA LIFE Centre
Once you have explored Chessington’s amazing SEA LIFE centre be sure to visit the SEA LIFE shop for some more underwater fun. Water toys, fact-filled books, pirate props and mermaid gifts are just some of the souvenirs guaranteed to make a splash!
Zoo Shop
Chessington Zoo is home to more than 1,000 amazing animals and in this jungle hideaway you can meet and take home your own cuddly version. Or find a new furry friend and bring it to life by creating your own cuddly toy.
Facilities
Education Centre
There's a world of different educational adventures waiting to be explored.
Reviews
Here are the latest reviews for Chessington Zoo.
You can see all the reviews that have been written for this in our Online Reviews Database, or maybe you could write a review of your own!
Sealion Bay
sealion bay yay yay
Sealion Bay is so wonderful seeing those lovely sealions swim swiftly through the water catching the fish in their mouths. Oh and I can't forget the amazing tricks!!
cheyenne aged 12, 21 January 2012
SEA LIFE Centre
Sealife Centre
I loved the Sealife Centre. The Octopus was HUGE. I'm usually scared of sharks but when i walked through the tunnel it got rid of my phobia. SO COOL!!!!
frances age 7, 1 January 2012
Wanyama Village & Reserve
EPIC!
The Chessington hotel was excellent! The food was lovely, I got enough sleep, and I loved the animals in the reserve. Especially the Ostrich, they peck at your feet when you walk past!!
Jacob, 22 December 2011
Zoo Keeper for a Day
Keeper for a day
I've just got home from being a zoo keeper for a day. It was amazing. To feed Dante the sealion, prepare the gorillas breakfast and then sit 1 metre away from the gorillas eating their tea was truly unique and special. All the keepers are so friendly and passionate about the animals. I also learnt so much. Thank you for a great day.
Ron Jeffery, 26 November 2011
Wanyama Village & Reserve
OMG
So good. The animals are amazing. I stroked a meerkat!!
Charlie, 22 October 2011
