Niabi Zoo, Coal Valley

About Niabi Zoo

Niabi Zoo in Coal Valley is a wildlife sanctuary where visitors walk through habitats to see exotic animals from around the world, ride a train and carousel, feed giraffes, and attend zookeeper chats. The zoo houses rare species including a white rhino named Kito, Pallas's cats, African painted dogs, Eurasian eagle-owls, and prairie dogs in dedicated exhibits. The zoo offers education classes, conservation programs, and special events like the Animal Enrichment Art Show and Pints for Preservation fundraiser. A visit suits families and school groups interested in wildlife, with gift cards available toward admissions, experiences, education classes, and the gift shop. Niabi Zoo provides sanctuary to animals rescued from private homes and government seizures. The site listed free admission on specific dates in September and October through October 23, normally eleven dollars per ticket, according to niabizoo.com.