'' The Indira Gandhi Zoological Park is a good location to spend time with animals - particularly Sunday mornings. The one of the largest Zoological Park in Andhra Pradesh - next only to the one in Hyderabad and has a rich and varied collection of Wild Species including the Indian Tiger, Deer, Elephants and other attractions from Australia. Spread over 425 Acers of Land, the Zoo park is a host for over 400 varieties of animals. This zoological park is divided in various sections where primates, small mammals, reptiles, birds, ungulates and lesser carnivores dwell. The zoo is surrounded by lush green vegetation. It is one of the most crowded tourist spots in Vizag. ''

The Indira Gandhi Zoological Park, Visakhapatnam is open all through the year for public viewing. Tourists can view this zoo from 9 in the morning to 5 in the evening. The view can be reached via railways, airways and roadways. The animals like Himalayan Black Bear and Sloth Bear are kept in separate huge enclosures. Apart from other animals and birds, the special attraction at the park is made by the Hippopotamus and the Crocodiles, which can be seen basking in the sun.

Attractions in Indira Gandhi Zoological Park

Indira Gandhi zoological park is accommodating more than 80 species and over 400 varieties of animals, including Hippopotamus and Crocodiles, which are among the prime tourist attractions of the Indira Gandhi Zooligical Park.

Best Time to Visit Indira Gandhi Zoological Park

November & December months are considered as the peak and best time for visit to Indira Gandhi Zoological Park.

How to Reach there

Air: The nearest airport is at Vishakhapatnam.

Rail: Vishakhapatnam is well accessed on train Journey routes

Road: Vizag is accessible on bus routes with some most modern highways. APSRTC and luxury buses are there for road travel to Vishakhapatnam from all major cities.