Highland Wildlife Park, Safari park and zoo in Kingussie, Scotland
The Highland Wildlife Park spans 105 hectares within Cairngorms National Park, featuring 300 animals from 60 species in natural mountain environments.
The Royal Zoological Society of Scotland took control of Highland Wildlife Park in 1986, transforming it from a local attraction into a major conservation center.
The park runs extensive educational programs through Scotland's Wildlife Discovery Centre, teaching visitors about native species and global conservation efforts.
Located 7 miles from Aviemore, the park operates daily from 10:00 to 17:00, offering both walking trails and drive-through experiences for viewing animals.
The facility houses Scotland's only polar bears and maintains specialized breeding programs for rare species including Amur tigers and snow leopards.
Location: Highland
Inception: 1972
Operator: The Royal Zoological Society of Scotland
Address: Kincraig, Kingussie PH21 1NL, UK
Opening Hours: Monday-Sunday 10:00-17:00
Phone: +441540651270
Website: http://highlandwildlifepark.org.uk
GPS coordinates: 57.11110,-3.97472
Latest update: March 12, 2025 20:38
Inverness combines cultural heritage with natural landmarks. The region features fortifications like Urquhart Castle and Fort George, prehistoric sites such as Clava Cairns, and natural formations including Loch Ness. The city center contains the Victorian Market, Inverness Castle, and St Andrew's Cathedral. Surrounding areas offer wildlife viewing at Chanonry Point, walking paths at Ness Islands, and historical sites like Culloden Battlefield. The region extends to the Cairngorms National Park with its mountains and forests.
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