4.2
Wildland
Under 1 hour
Time
Paid
Cost
Family-buzz
Feel
Why it's Wildland
4.2A compact safari through African wildlife, with giraffes, Chapman’s zebras, okapis, pygmy hippos, warthogs and African wild dogs among the animals featured.
This is a focused wildlife experience rather than a wild landscape: its appeal is the chance to compare distinctive African species and notice details that are easy to miss, from the faint brown stripes of Chapman’s zebras to the okapi’s unusual story.
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The experience
Explore the Into Africa habitat in London Zoo’s pink zone. The official guide identifies several species and offers specific details to look for; it does not provide enough sourced information to build a longer itinerary around this habitat alone.
Things to do
Compare the hippos
The exhibit guide poses the question of how common hippos differ from pygmy hippos. Use the habitat and its animal information to make the comparison.
Study the zebra stripes
Look closely at the Chapman’s zebras: the official guide notes that they have faint brown stripes between their black stripes.
Look for the okapi
The guide describes okapis as shy and elusive. It also notes that western zoologists from ZSL recorded their discovery in 1901, while Congolese forest people already knew the animal.
Find the pygmy hippo
The exhibit guide says fewer than 2,500 pygmy hippos remain in the wild and identifies them as the only surviving member of their genus.
Make a day of it
Quick escape · Under 1 hour
Quick safari through Into Africa
- 01
Find Into Africa in London Zoo’s pink zone using the zoo map.
- 02
Explore the habitat and look for the giraffes, Chapman’s zebras, okapis, pygmy hippos, warthogs and African wild dogs listed in the official guide.
- 03
Pause to compare the zebras’ coat patterns and read the species details.
Verified history
The official exhibit guide says okapis were only discovered by western zoologists from ZSL in 1901, while also noting that they were already known to Congolese forest people. The page also states that fewer than 2,500 pygmy hippos remain in the wild.
Hidden details
The okapi’s longer story — The official guide’s account distinguishes the animal’s discovery by western zoologists in 1901 from the knowledge of Congolese forest people, who already knew the species.
A subtle detail in the zebra’s coat — Chapman’s zebras have faint brown stripes between their black stripes, a detail worth looking for at close range.
When to go
· Not specified in the supplied source.
The official guide describes giraffes in indoor and outdoor enclosures, but supplies no seasonal advice.
The exhibit includes indoor and outdoor giraffe enclosures. Check current visitor information for conditions and access.
What to look for
Notice the faint brown stripes between the black stripes on Chapman’s zebras. Compare common and pygmy hippos, and look for the okapi, described by the official guide as shy and elusive.
Best time to go
Any season; the habitat includes indoor and outdoor giraffe enclosures. Check current visitor information before travelling.
No best time of day or seasonal wildlife timing is specified in the supplied source. Check current opening and animal-viewing information before visiting.
How long to spend
Under 1 hour
Perfect for
Families · Young children · Teens · Wildlife lovers
Before you go
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Listed hours
- Monday: 9:30-11:30am
- Tuesday: 9:30-11:30am
- Wednesday: 9:30-11:30am
- Thursday: 9:30-11:30am
- Friday: 9:30-11:30am
- Saturday: 9:30-11:30am
- Sunday: 9:30-11:30am
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Practical information
Opening & access
An animal habitat within London Zoo, in the pink zone. The official page lists it as open and links to zoo tickets. Check current entry arrangements before visiting.
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Parking
The source row reports a wheelchair-accessible car park. Check current parking arrangements before visiting.
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Toilets
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Food & drink
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Dogs
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Accessibility
The source row reports a wheelchair-accessible car park and entrance. Check current route and access details with London Zoo.
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Cost
Paid
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Keep exploring
Around Into Africa
Within 50 km · approximate straight-line distances
