Mahendra Choudhury Zoological Park
Ride through open enclosures at Chhatbir Zoo and see Asiatic lions, spotted deer and more in their natural habitat.
505
Acres of forest
950+
Animals
85+
Species
17 km
From Chandigarh
Meet the Wild
A single safari ride takes you through both habitats — no separate bookings, no extra stops.
Watch Asiatic lions roam an open enclosure alongside barking deer, jackal and peafowl, from the safety of the safari vehicle.
Sambar, spotted deer, blackbuck and hog deer share one habitat — one of the largest deer safaris of its kind in the region.
What to Expect
Arrive at the gate
Show your QR ticket — on your phone or printed — at the boarding gate.
Board the safari vehicle
Vehicles run through the safari route at regular intervals through the day.
Meet the king
Pass slowly through the open lion enclosure, and stop for photos where it’s safe to.
Discover the deer habitat
See several deer species sharing one open habitat before returning to the main zoo.
Tuesday – Sunday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Closed on Mondays.
Chhat Village, Zirakpur–Patiala Highway, Punjab — about 17 km from Chandigarh.
The whole group travels together on one ticket. Carry a valid photo ID for verification if asked.
Book online in a minute, or pay by cash at the counter on arrival.
