Pretoria Travel Guide

National Zoological Gardens of South Africa

Commonly known as the Pretoria Zoo, the National Zoological Gardens on South Africa is regarded as one of the leading zoos in the world. Featuring a zoo, an aquarium and a reptile park, the Pretoria Zoo boasts 209 mammal species, 202 bird species, 190 fish species, four invertebrate species and 93 reptile species. There is even a Zoo Choo-Choo Tractor Train for the kids to enjoy, cableway, a picnic area with barbeque facilities, a cafeteria and a souvenir shop.