It's quite funny when you first drive up. There is an unassuming parking lot, and in the distance, you can see a few zebra milling about. We arrived after a very rainy night, and there was only one other car in the parking lot! Inside the gates, you are greeted by some playful monkeys - very fun. It reminded me of my childhood dream to have a zoo in my backyard. The zoo is one big circle, with pens dotting it and bisected by a savana-type area. Each animal's habitat, while not so much true to its origins, provided a stunning view of the animal. They all seemed docile and accepting of their environment, happy to see and be seen. It is not the most impressive or high-tech zoo around, but the perfect answer if you've ever been frustrated by the crowds and no-show animals at the usual zoo.
This place also had true Canadian spirit. The zookeepers are available and were bent on showing us a good time and answering all the questions we could come up with. Also, you can get through the whole zoo in just a few hours, which makes it a short-but-sweet adventure.