Chat with wildlife care specialists and get fascinating insights on iconic Asian wildlife, including bears and big cats. Plus you’ll learn more about the incredible conservation work you make possible to safeguard their future.

• Sloth Bear: 10 a.m., Center Street in Asian Passage
• Tigers: 11 a.m., Tiger Trail in Lost Forest
• Sun Bears: 11:30 a.m., Sun Bear Forest in Asian Passage
• Asian Leopards: 12:30 p.m., Asian Passage
• Red Pandas: 2 p.m., Wildlife Explorers Basecamp

Explore the wonders of orchids, nepenthes, and other diverse plants across dynamic, vast landscapes. Take a deep dive into Asia’s lush ecosystems with our team of horticulturalists to discover their vibrant and fascinating plant life.

Discover how we’re collaborating with partners through our Asia Conservation Hub and how our conservation efforts are creating a world where all life thrives.

Share your wish for wildlife and hang it on one of our wishing trees. Then receive a red envelope with a gift inside, a celebrated tradition for Lunar New Year.

Take home a giant panda ear craft and make your own rattle drum—a historical and renowned instrument.

Meet Bamboo Panda, one of our favorite Zoo characters, and snap a picture together commemorating your Lunar New Year and Wild Weekend fun at the world-famous San Diego Zoo.

Enjoy flavorful specialties and unique Lunar New Year favorites all weekend long.

Greet giant pandas as they start their day! On this 60-minute tour, our wildlife experts will lead you on a guided stroll through rolling hills to an unforgettable experience at Panda Ridge. Black, white, and loved all over, you’ll connect with this intriguing species as you learn about panda care and conservation at the Zoo. Purchase your reservation ahead of time, as spaces are limited.

On this entertaining and educational 90-minute adventure, our expert guide will escort your group around in a cart. It’s perfect for a family outing, as you’ll discover stories and sights you can’t find anywhere else and experience wildlife like never before. Make your reservation ahead of time, as spaces are limited.

Tune in from wherever you are to the Giant Panda and Ape Cams live every day from 7:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.

Share your love for dynamic Asian wildlife and bring home a special keepsake. Your purchases help safeguard the future of vulnerable and endangered species, including giant pandas, across our Asia Conservation Hub.

Your visits to the Zoo and continued support as an ally help save, protect, and care for wildlife here in San Diego and across the globe. Become a hero for wildlife with a monthly gift today!

Your symbolic adoptions of giant pandas, Sumatran tigers, and red pandas help support critical conservation efforts that benefit our Asia Conservation Hub and other iconic wildlife worldwide.