Puerto Vallarta Zoo

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(1.2K) · Zoo in Mismaloya, Mexico
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Zoologico de Vallarta or Vallarta zoo is a nature recreation and cultural reserve offering residents and visitors a wildlife sanctuary to understand …

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4.0/5 · 1,177 reviews
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Mar 9, 2025
This zoo was so sad and heart breaking :( animals in little cages/concrete rooms. Barely any water or food. Beyond sad and should be shut down :(Full review by nicolehP1665YX
Feb 23, 2025
I saw a review of this zoo and was a little hesitant, but decided I would go an support the animals. The entrance fee is nominal. It is a small zoo and is nowhere near US standards for a zoo, but wel…Full review by photodom1
Feb 14, 2025
Yes, this is such a different type of zoo than we see in the states, but gosh, what a fantastic experience! All of the animals are well taken care of, fed, and water was in all areas. The staff was…Full review by SETannenbaum
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Is the zoo closed??
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No, the zoo is open. At least it was as of 2 weeks ago.
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Answer by Kathy L · Sep 26, 2020
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Does the zoo have lockers to put are backpacks in
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No. We were not asked to lock any thing up and did not see any available. We were allowed to carry backpack with us that contained water and snacks.
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When is the best time of day to visit the animals?
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I went inn October, in the afternoon and the animals were active. I don't think the time of day matters too much, as long as the zoo is still open and maybe daylight makes for better …
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I went inn October, in the afternoon and the animals were active. I don't think the time of day matters too much, as long as the zoo is still open and maybe daylight makes for better pictures.
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My boyfriend doesn't want to hold the animals but I do. Can he get a regular ticket and still be with me while I hold the …
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My boyfriend doesn't want to hold the animals but I do. Can he get a regular ticket and still be with me while I hold the animals? To take pictures and such
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Yes. He can stand behind the half wall and watch you and take pics. They won’t let him inside the area, but he won’t be more than 6 feet from you.
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