Your Morning Adventure Itinerary
Looking for the perfect way to spend a morning outdoors? Whether you're visiting with kids, friends, or flying solo, mornings at the Greater Vancouver Zoo are full of fresh air, furry faces, and fun surprises. We've put together an itinerary to help you make the most of your visit. Whether you're an early riser or just want to beat the afternoon heat, let’s get your day started right.
9:00 AM – Power‑Up at Oasis Kitchen
Kick‑start your day with our brand‑new breakfast combos. A tasty breakfast sandwich made with an English muffin, egg, gooey cheese, and your choice of bacon or sausage, paired with golden, crispy hash browns and a cup of freshly brewed coffee.
9:30 AM - Giraffe Stretch
With the most important meal of the day taken care of, we have to make sure to get a proper stretch in before too much excitement takes over. The giraffes will enjoy a bit of breakfast as you shake off the morning stresses. Swing by the Giraffe deck to learn about these gentle giants while prepping your mind and muscles for the morning to come.
10:00 AM – Wallaby Walkthrough
Step inside the habitat and walk along a guided loop to get up close to the wallabies and kangaroos. It’s the closest you can get without taking a plane, so come foster a connection with these amazing animals in a fun and safe environment.
10:30 AM - Hike the North American Trail
Deep in the zoo you’ll find the North American Trail. Spanning from the habitats of our rescued pelicans, across the prairies where the bison and elk roam, and into the forests where the cougars and bears call home. Keep your eyes and ears open as you never know what you’ll come across while on the trails of North America.
11:00 AM – Grizzly Spotlight
Get an up‑close look at our rescued grizzly siblings; Henry, Huggy, and Scout. Keepers will scatter enrichment while our educators talk about grizzly diets, hibernation, and the harrowing story that brought them to our family. Bring questions because our team loves a curious crowd!
11:30 AM – Time‑Travel in the Mesozoic Adventure
Travel back 250 million years as dinosaurs from the Triassic, Jurassic and Cretaceous periods surround you with moving tails, blinking eyes, and spine‑tingling sound effects. Move through time while stomping beside Stegosaurus, and roaring with a T-Rex.
12:00 PM – Bounce Over to the NEW Inflatable Adventure Parks
End the morning on a high with three brand‑new inflatables. Bounce, climb, crawl, and race your way through three uniquely-themed inflatable experiences, each designed for different age groups and thrill levels. Whether you're just starting your adventure or ready to take on a challenge, there's one for everyone!
By lunchtime you’ll have seen prehistoric beasts, mastered a grizzly fun‑fact or two, and bounced your way to a well deserved break. Stick around for a fantastic lunch at Oasis Kitchen and when you are ready for round two you can circle back to any animals you missed—your admission is good all day.
