Please take note of the following closures and planned maintenance works when planning your visit to CZS

Kingdom of the Wild Closure

Please be aware that the pathway leading from the bottom of the Kingdom of the Wild building (next to the current handwashing station) to the upstairs indoor area, will be closed for essential maintenance work. Therefore, there will be no access to the upper viewing area inside the Kingdom of the Wild building including no access to the balcony, views to indoor giraffe stalls, and the Spirit food outlet. The elephants, rhino, ostrich, crowned crane, kudu and zebra can also still be seen enjoying their outside paddock area. Apologies for any inconvenience caused.

Please note that the aardvarks and giraffes are currently off-show whilst these essential maintenance works take place.


Iguana Forest Closure

Please be aware that Iguana Forest is currently closed due to essential maintenance works. During this time, the green iguana and yellow-footed tortoise will be off-show. Apologies for any inconvenience caused.


Penguini’s Restaurant Closure

3rd March 2026
Please be aware that Penguini’s Restaurant will be closed on Tuesday 3rd March 2026 due to essential maintenance works. During this time Southern Kitchen will be open next to the Kids Safari Play Area. Apologies for any inconvenience caused.