What animals roam free at Whipsnade Zoo?


What animals roam free at Whipsnade Zoo? Assistance dogs are not currently permitted inside Whipsnade Zoo because we have free-roaming animals such as mara, wallabies, Chinese water deer and muntjac around our Zoo. They use all of the Zoo and therefore we are not able to offer routes for assistance dogs at present.


Can you do Whipsnade Zoo in a day?

ZSL Whipsnade zoo is HUGE and makes for a roaring day out! The zoo is in Dunstable in Bedfordshire but you will easily spend the whole day here, so it is definitely worth the one hour journey to get here. Try to arrive as early as you can to make the most of it.


Are there any lions at Whipsnade Zoo?

Two-year-old North African lionesses Waka and Winta arrived at Whipsnade from Antwerp Zoo in Belgium in early May 2023. And they were joined in June by a male lion, Malik, from Neuwied Zoo in Germany. The 18-month-old will form a new pride with Waka and Winta.


Is there a lot of walking at Whipsnade Zoo?

First thing, ZSL Whipsnade is HUGE and there is a LOT of walking involved. We walked about 4 miles and were pretty knackered by the end. Bikes and cycles are not allowed but scooties are, so bring your scooters and buggies and have water and snacks handy. Micro-trikes are available to hire.


What roams free at Whipsnade?

Look out for our free-roaming wallabies and maras as they hop around the Zoo. You might spot them among the daffodils - they love to rest there. Other top places to see them are near the penguins and running in the trees between our yaks and elephant enclosure.


Are there penguins at Whipsnade?

Penguins at Whipsnade Zoo From the way they waddle, to their tuxedo like feathers, no one can resist the loveable charms of a penguin. Here at the Zoo, we're lucky enough to feature two penguin colonies which you can visit, rockhopper and African penguins.


Are there pandas at Whipsnade Zoo?

Whipsnade Zoo is home to two red pandas, Nilo and Ruby.