Aldergrove, BC
Over 100 species of exotic and native animals — just 45 minutes from Vancouver
The Vancouver Game Farm — officially the Greater Vancouver Zoo — has been one of BC's most beloved family attractions since 1970. Spread across 120 acres in Aldergrove, it's home to over 100 species of animals from around the world, from African lions and giraffes to grizzly bears and Canadian bison. It's a full day out the whole family will remember.
The zoo is home to over 100 species across six continents — African savanna animals, big cats, primates, reptiles, birds of prey, and a strong collection of native BC and Canadian wildlife including grizzly bears, wolves, bison, and elk.
The Game Farm is designed for families. Wide, flat pathways make it easy for strollers and young children. There's a picnic area, a gift shop, and plenty of shaded spots to rest between animal encounters. Plan for a full day — there's more to see than most visitors expect.
5048 264 St, Aldergrove, BC — about 45 minutes east of Vancouver via Highway 1.
Open daily year-round. Summer hours 9am–7pm; winter hours 9am–4pm. Check the zoo's website for current hours before visiting.
Adults from $28, children from $18, under 2 free. Family packages available. Purchase online to skip the gate queue.
Drive east on Highway 1 to the 264th Street exit. Ample free parking on site. No public transit directly to the zoo.
Spring and fall are ideal — animals are most active in cooler weather and crowds are smaller. Summer weekends can be busy.
Pack a picnic lunch, sunscreen, and comfortable walking shoes. The zoo covers a lot of ground — wear shoes you can walk in all day.
Stay in the Fraser Valley and combine the Game Farm with Bridal Veil Falls, Harrison Hot Springs, and the best farm-fresh food in BC.
