Jungle Cat World Wildlife Park

Parks ·Orono ·Closed
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Jungle Cat World Wildlife Park is a wildlife park in Orono, Ontario, Canada.

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Jungle Cat World Wildlife Park — Entrance gate and driveway leading into Jungle Cat World

Jungle Cat World Wildlife Park — Entrance gate and driveway leading into Jungle Cat WorldJungle Cat World Wildlife Park — Zoo entrance building and stone path from across the roadJungle Cat World Wildlife Park — Small entrance hut beneath trees with stone pathJungle Cat World Wildlife Park — Thatched hut and stone path inside the entrance grounds

Why go

  • A guided Night Safari with animal presentations, opportunities to observe nocturnal animals and an overnight cabin stay.
  • A private, 45-minute Behind the Scenes session led by an Animal Coordinator, with hands-on experience and a photo opportunity with three animals.

Opening hours

Today10:00 – 17:00Show all
Monday10:00 – 17:00
Tuesday10:00 – 17:00
Wednesday10:00 – 17:00
Thursday10:00 – 17:00
Friday10:00 – 17:00
Saturday10:00 – 17:00
Sunday10:00 – 17:00

Don't miss

  • Daily educational feeding tourJoin the zookeeper-led tour as large cats, wolves and primates are fed.At the parkDaily

With kids

  • The overnight Safari Zoo Camp runs from late June through late August for ages 6–17.
  • Campers gain hands-on experience in zoo keeping and handling animals and reptiles.
  • Senior campers can present and feed animals on feeding tours, and present and handle animals at outreach events in the surrounding community.

Tips for your visit

  • The cafe serves burgers, hot dogs, grilled cheese, bagels and mini pizzas.

Best time to visit

  • The cafe is closed from mid-October through March.

Know before you go

  • Open daily from 10:00 to 17:00.

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History

  1. 1983The wildlife park opened as Orono Exotic Cat World.
  2. 1995Safari Zoo Camp began operating as an overnight summer camp.
  3. 2011A wolf escaped and was shot by a local resident.
  4. 2018After an inspection, the park resigned from the Canadian Association of Accredited Zoos and Aquariums, then lost WAZA accreditation.

Interesting facts3

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  1. 150 animals

    The park is home to more than 150 animals.

    Jungle Cat World - Wikipedia
  2. The cafe has indoor and outdoor patio seating and serves craft beer, spritzers and wine.

    Welcome - Wildlife Park
  3. The shop sells wildlife-themed clothing, art and toys.

    Welcome - Wildlife Park

How to get there

  • 45 minCar3667 Concession Road 6, Orono, Ontario, about 45 minutes east of Toronto off Highway 35/115.

Sources: Jungle Cat World - Wikipedia · Welcome - Wildlife Park · Tickets - Wildlife Park · checked 29 Sep 2026

Where
3667 Concession Road 6, Orono

Plan from here: Evening walk →

Questions and answers

Where do Safari Zoo Camp participants sleep?

The camp’s campground and sleeping quarters are outside the zoo perimeter.

How can I contact Jungle Cat World Wildlife Park?

Call +1 905-983-5016.

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