Objectives

The National Trust For Nature Conservation (NTNC) is developing the Central Zoo as a Center for Conservation Education and Wildlife Research in Nepal. Its major objectives are:

  • To improve and maintain animal health and care within the zoo philosophy.
  • To develop the central zoo as a centre for conservation education.
  • To raise public awareness about the importance of nature conservation.

Physical facilities in the Central Zoo
  • Information counter
  • Restaurant
  • Souvenir shop
  • Paddleboat and rafting
  • Picnic shed
  • Couple chairs
  • Children ground (swings, funny temple, merry-go-round, Uranus etc.)
  • Elephant ride
  • Visitor center (with audio visual facilities)
  • Library (books and audio visuals)
  • Aquarium (sub-tropical fishes)

Admission fees of the Central Zoo (Effective from 1 st September, 2001)

Adult (Nepali)

NRs. 25/-

Children (Nepali)

NRs. 10/-

Adult (Foreigner)

NRs. 100/-

Children (Foreigner)

NRs. 50/-

Adult (SAARC countries)

NRs. 40/-

Children (SAARC countries)

NRs. 30/-

Video Camera Film Shooting

NRs. 3,000/-

Feature Film Shooting

NRs. 6,000/-

Note:

  • The Central Zoo is closed every Monday for visitors.
  • Use of Plastic Bags is prohibited inside the zoo premises.

Information Source : The Central Zoo of Nepal, Jawalakhel, Kathmandu.