📜 Tábor Zoo, located in Tábor-Větrovy, Czech Republic, is the largest zoological garden in the South Bohemian Region, spanning 10 hectares. It was founded in May 2015, reopening on June 30, 2015, under the ownership of Evžen Korec after a previous organization faced financial issues.
🔍 The zoo saw 111,000 visitors in 2023 and is known for its focus on endangered species and conservation efforts.
🦁 Main attraction: Home to over 500 animals from 80 species, with about a quarter classified as endangered, including Siberian tigers, American black bears, Arctic wolves, and White cape lions.
🐾 Conservation: Actively participates in a Europe-wide effort to reintroduce European bison (Wisent) to the wild, breeding the genetically valuable Lowland line.
🔬 Research: Hosts a scientific research group studying the genetics of mammal species like Cane Corso dogs, European bison, and American bison.
👨👩👧👦 Family Appeal: A perfect place for families with children, offering close contact with animals and a natural zoo character. Free admission for children under 3 and people with disabilities (ZTP/P, wheelchair users).
🎉 Events: Organizes animal feeding with commentaries, educational programs, regular thematic events for families, team building, summer evening tours, and the 'Night of Dreams' charity event.
✨ Unique Experience: Visitors can try being an animal keeper for a day through the 'Become a keeper in our zoo' program.
🍽️ Facilities: Features a restaurant with great cuisine and a beautiful view over the Lužnice River canyon.
🎟️ Entry fees (seasonal):
April 1 – October 31:
Adults: 195 CZK
Children (3–15 years): 110 CZK
Children under 3 years: Free
Students, Seniors (over 65 years): 175 CZK
Family (2 adults + 1 child): 440 CZK
Family (2 adults + 2 children): 530 CZK
Family (2 adults + 3 children): 620 CZK
November 1 – March 31:
Adults: 155 CZK
Children (3–15 years): 90 CZK
Children under 3 years: Free
Students, Seniors (over 65 years): 140 CZK
Family (2 adults + 1 child): 350 CZK
Family (2 adults + 2 children): 425 CZK
Family (2 adults + 3 children): 495 CZK
🅿️ Parking: Free
🍽️ Food and dining options: A restaurant with great cuisine and scenic views is available.
🚗 Driving directions or parking info: Free parking is available within the garden premises.
🤝 Operating organization or contact info: Owned and directed by Evžen Korec, with EKOSPOL as a sponsor.