Izmir Wildlife Park

🐾 Izmir Wildlife Park – Where Nature Comes Alive

Looking to escape the city and reconnect with nature? Then Izmir Wildlife Park is the perfect destination.
Set within lush greenery, echoing with birdsong, and home to animals from every continent, this is more than just a zoo — it’s a living ecosystem where wildlife roams in natural-style habitats.

📍 Location & How to Get There

Izmir Wildlife Park is located in Sasalı, Çiğli District, in the northern part of Izmir.

🚗 Easy access by private vehicle with on-site parking
🚆 Take the İZBAN commuter train to Çiğli station, then transfer by local bus or taxi
📍 Address: Sasalı Mahallesi, Çiğli / İzmir

🌿 A Brief History

Opened in 1937 as a traditional zoo at Izmir Fairgrounds (Kültürpark) on 18 acresIn 2006, construction began to transform it into a modern wildlife parkIn 2008, it reopened in Sasalı on a massive 425,000 m² site — becoming Turkey’s first Wildlife ParkToday, the park is a proud full member of EAZA (European Association of Zoos and Aquaria), actively contributing to biodiversity protection and endangered species conservation across Europe.

🦒 What’s Inside the Park?

The park is home to 1,200+ animals from over 120 species, all living in specially designed enclosures that mimic their natural habitats.

🔹 Main Zones & Animals:African Savannah (180,000 m²): Giraffes, zebras, hippos, ostriches — all coexisting like in the wildAsian Elephants Begümcan & Winner: 15,000 m² enclosure, including indoor & outdoor areasTropical Center (2,345 m²): Snakes, lizards, crocodiles, turtles, macaws, koi fish, ring-tailed lemurs, tropical plantsBig Cats Zone:Tiger: 3,600 m²Lion: 3,550 m²Puma: 2,000 m² (+ 277 m² indoor)Children’s Petting Zoo: Mini horses, dwarf goats, rabbits, chickens, turtlesBird Sanctuary & Aviary: Swans, pelicans, ducks, parrots, hawks, owlsMonkey Islands: Mona monkeys, velvet monkeys, black macaquesWolves, bears, hyenas, deer, wild goats, and more!

🐘 A Tribute to Pak Bahadır

Across from the elephant enclosure stands a touching memorial for Pak Bahadır, a beloved Asian elephant who lived in the former zoo and passed away in 2007. His legacy lives on as a symbol of the park’s evolution into an animal-friendly sanctuary.

🌴 Natural Beauty & Biodiversity

Thousands of trees and plant speciesA large central lake (8,450 m²) with fountains, small waterfalls, and islands — home to white and black swans, ducks, and geeseRelaxing green spaces, ideal for families, school trips, and nature lovers

🕒 Opening Hours & Visitor Info

⛔ Closed on Mondays (for animal care and habitat maintenance)

✅ Open Tuesday to Sunday
🕘 Opening time: 09:00
🚪 Last entry: 16:30
🔔 Park closes: 17:15

💳 Admission Fees

Adults: 80 TLStudents (with ID): 40 TLChildren under 6: FreeSchool groups: Students & teachers enter free on Wednesdays and Fridays (excluding accompanying parents)Free entry for:Individuals with disabilities (+1 caregiver)Martyrs’ families & veteransPress card holders

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🐅 Reconnect with Nature, Learn and Explore

Izmir Wildlife Park is not just a place to see animals — it’s a place to learn, relax, and experience nature up close.
Perfect for family weekends, school trips, photography, or simply a peaceful walk among wildlife.

Here, every step brings you closer to nature.