National Zoological Garden

14/06/2026

Light, Camera and Action

This Nature Photography Day, allow yourself to be one with nature!

From the beautiful trees, flowing waterfalls and adventure of hiking where breath-taking plants and animals can be discovered.

Visit SANBI’s botanical and zoological gardens between 12 -16 June 2026 and capture moments and share on social media, by tagging any of SANBI’s social media platforms, using the following hashtags: , ,

Win a day visit to one of our botanical or zoological gardens.

Entries close 16 June 2026

13/06/2026

12 – 16 June 2026, SANBI Celebrates Nature Photography Day.

We invite everyone, from plant lover, animal enthusiast and those who love to be behind the cameras, to visit SANBI’s botanical and zoological gardens between 09 -16 June 2026.

During your visit, take photos as your way of connecting with nature and other nature lovers and share on social media. Tag SANBI’s social media platforms, using the following hashtags: , ,

Win a day visit to one of our botanical or zoological gardens.

Entries close 16 June 2026

12/06/2026

Nature Photography Day! 📸🌼🌸

15 June 2026 is Nature Photography Day and SANBI will be celebrating with you from 12 to 16 June 2026.

Visit any of SANBI’s botanical and zoological gardens, while you are there, take pictures and post on social media and tag SANBI’s social media platforms using the following hashtags:

Win a day visit to one of our botanical or zoological gardens.

Entries close 16 June 2026

11/06/2026

South African National Biodiversity Celebrates Nature Photography Day to provide a chance for South Africans to re-connect with nature in a form of capturing the beauty that will exist forever.

SANBI’s botanical and zoological gardens are amazing nature-based tourism destinations, where beauty of plants and animals shine through the winter sun.

Between 12 – 16 June 2026, visit SANBI’s botanical and zoological gardens to celebrate Nature Photography Day 📸

Visit SANBI’s botanical and zoological gardens and take a photo that best resonates with what you consider beautiful in nature and share on social media by tagging SANBI’s social media platform and using the following hashtags: , ,

Win a day visit to one of our botanical or zoological gardens.

Entries close 16 June 2026

11/06/2026

Can you ID? 🤔

10/06/2026

✨ Meerkat Moment of the Day! ✨

With curious eyes and a watchful gaze, this adorable meerkat reminds us why these small mammals are among the most fascinating animals in the animal kingdom.
Native to the arid regions of southern Africa, meerkats are highly social creatures that live in close-knit family groups called mobs. Working together, they take turns standing guard, caring for their young, and protecting one another from predators.
Next time you visit the National Zoological Garden, stop by and say hello to our meerkats—you might just catch them on sentry duty or soaking up the sunshine! ☀️
📍 Visit the NZG and discover the amazing wildlife that calls our zoo home.
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09/06/2026

Did you know you can experience the Pretoria National Zoological Garden at night?

Discover the wild after dark with our exciting Night Zoo Experiences! From guided sunset safaris to unforgettable zoo camping adventures, there’s something for every nature lover.

Sunset Safaris
Explore the zoo as nocturnal animals come to life and learn fascinating facts about wildlife, conservation, and ecology.

Zoo Camps
Spend the night under the stars at the zoo and enjoy guided walking safaris, campfires, and a unique outdoor experience.
Available on Friday and Saturday evenings from 1 September to 31 March.

To book:
Karabo Mabuse – 012 339 2728
Mavis Kwinda – 012 339 2844

Come experience the zoo like never before!

08/06/2026

🎉🦒 Happy 1st Birthday, Luna! 🦒🎂

Today we celebrate a very special milestone as Luna turns 1 year old! 🎉

Luna was born on 8 June 2025 to proud parents Momoza and Bonita. From the very beginning, both parents were incredibly protective of their little one, especially during her first few months of life.

At around four months old, Luna began browsing vegetation while still suckling from her mother, an important stage in her growth and development. Watching her grow into a healthy and curious young giraffe has been a wonderful journey for our animal care team.

This milestone is a testament to the dedication of our caregivers, who work tirelessly every day to provide the highest standard of care and ensure the wellbeing of all animals in our care.

Join us in wishing Luna a very happy first birthday and many more years of health and happiness! 💚

📸 By: Khomotso Madisha

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08/06/2026

🌍🦁 SANBI National Zoological Garden at the 6th Joint TAG Meeting 🦏🌿

From 25–28 May 2026, the 6th Joint TAG Meeting, held in collaboration with the World Association of Zoos and Aquariums (WAZA), brought together conservation professionals from around the globe at Taipei Zoo.

The event welcomed 117 participants from 23 countries and 75 organisations, creating a valuable platform for collaboration, knowledge sharing and collective action in support of species recovery and population management.

Representing the SANBI National Zoological Garden were Tracy Rehse (Senior Manager: Animal Collections and Conservation) and Mark Howitt (Garden Manager: Mokopane Biodiversity Conservation Centre).

Over four inspiring days, delegates engaged in TAG meetings, workshops, joint sessions and discussions focused on strengthening partnerships across regions, species groups and conservation disciplines. Together, participants explored innovative ways to enhance conservation outcomes and advance shared priorities for wildlife conservation worldwide.

🌱 By working together across borders and institutions, we can build a stronger future for biodiversity and the species entrusted to our care.

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07/06/2026