After finally outgrowing its residents, Jumeirah Zoo is officially closing. This comes just in time for the opening of the Dubai Safari, which will house the animals from the zoo.
Most of the animals have already moved to the park which will be opening before UAE National Day on 2 December.
Dubai Safari’s technical director Tim Husband confirmed that almost 3,500 animals are well in place for when the safari doors open.
Khaled Al Suwaidi, director of Leisure Facilities Department at Dubai Municipality, said the zoo will be closed on 5 November. "The Zoo has been a testimony to the leadership's commitment and keenness all these years to be ahead in wildlife conservation and providing entertainment services to the local community,” said Al Suwaidi.
The zoo has been open for 50 years and has seen many visitors over this time.