Hyderabad: Visitors to the Nehru Zoological Park in Hyderabad will need to pay higher charges starting August 1, 2026, following a decision by the Zoos and Parks Authority of Telangana (ZAPAT) to revise ticket prices and service fees. The new tariff structure was approved during the 15th Governing Body Meeting of ZAPAT held on July 31, 2026, chaired by Forest Minister Smt. Konda Surekha. The revised charges will apply to entry tickets, safari rides, battery-operated vehicles, and various attractions within the zoo premises.
The general entry fee for Indian visitors has been increased from the previous rates. Adult tickets will now cost ₹120, up from ₹100, while children’s tickets have been raised from ₹50 to ₹60. Foreign visitors will pay significantly higher rates, with adult entry set at ₹1,000 and children’s entry at ₹500. The zoo authorities stated that these changes are part of efforts to enhance visitor facilities and support ongoing conservation activities at one of India’s largest zoological parks.
Safari ride charges have also been revised under the new tariff structure. For Indian visitors, the AC Safari fee has increased from ₹150 to ₹165 per person, while the Non-AC Safari now costs ₹110, up from ₹100. Foreign tourists will pay ₹300 for AC Safari and ₹200 for Non-AC Safari rides. The Battery Operated Vehicle (BOV) service has become costlier as well, with adult fares rising from ₹120 to ₹135 and child fares from ₹70 to ₹75. Group vehicle charges have also been adjusted, with the 11-seater BOV now priced at ₹3,300 and the 14-seater BOV at ₹4,400.
Several popular attractions within the zoo will see price increases from August 1. The Toy Train ride will cost ₹90 for adults and ₹45 for children, up from ₹80 and ₹40 respectively. Entry to the Fish Aquarium has been increased from ₹20 to ₹25 per person. The Nocturnal Animal House will charge ₹25 for adults and ₹15 for children, while the Reptile House entry fee has been set at ₹35 for adults and ₹15 for children. These attractions remain popular among families and school groups visiting the zoological park.
Photography enthusiasts will face substantially higher charges under the revised fee structure. Still camera charges have been increased sharply from ₹150 to ₹500, while video camera fees remain at ₹500. A new category has been introduced for cameras with lens and tripod setup, which will cost ₹700. Professional movie camera charges continue at ₹10,000. The significant increase in camera charges appears aimed at regulating professional photography activities while generating additional revenue for the park’s maintenance and development.
The Nehru Zoological Park has requested public cooperation with the new fee structure, which officials say is necessary for maintaining facilities, improving visitor amenities, and supporting wildlife conservation programs. According to the official press note issued by zoo authorities, the revised tariff will be applicable to all visitors from August 1, 2026 onwards. The zoo remains one of Hyderabad’s major tourist attractions, housing a diverse collection of wildlife species and offering educational programs for students and nature enthusiasts.
