Elmvale Jungle Zoo

It is a seasonal business open from Victoria Day weekend until Canadian Thanksgiving weekend.

[1] It is run by Sam Persi, whose family purchased the zoo in 1972.

[2] When established the zoo was only 2 acres large, and exhibited mainly reptiles and birds.

It has grown to include over 300 animals from countries around the world such as South America, Australia, Africa, and Asia.

The zoo is located 20 minutes north of Barrie, near Elmvale, and covers 25 acres.