The zoo features a custom-built tropical rainforest environment complete with artificial rain and jungle vegetation.
Many animals at the facility, such as turtles and iguanas, are often seen roaming freely among visitors rather than remaining in traditional cages.
The institution serves as a rescue center for exotic animals confiscated from illegal trade or surrendered by owners.
The facility is home to a diverse collection of venomous snakes and large constrictors housed in specialized secure terrariums.
The site hosts a unique 'monkey room' where visitors can observe primates in a semi-naturalistic indoor habitat.
It is one of the few places in the Baltic region that maintains a permanent, year-round tropical climate for its animal residents.
Latgale Zoo is a specialized center located in Daugavpils focused on the conservation and display of exotic animals, particularly reptiles, amphibians, and tropical insects. The facility is designed as an artificial tropical jungle, maintaining specific temperature and humidity levels to support its diverse collection. Visitors encounter free-roaming animals, including primates, turtles, and various exotic birds, in an immersive indoor environment. The zoo actively participates in environmental education and species conservation programs. Its collection features species rarely found in larger municipal zoos, emphasizing biodiversity and habitat replication. The entire experience is contained within a controlled, climate-regulated indoor building.
The central tropical vegetation area where free-roaming turtles and exotic birds often gather.
Wear layers, as the indoor temperature and humidity are kept high to simulate a tropical environment.
Keep a close watch on small personal items and bags, as free-roaming animals may be curious.
Speak quietly to avoid startling the animals, particularly in the bird and primate enclosures.
Assuming all animals are approachable; even free-roaming species should be observed from a respectful distance.
Closed on Mondays throughout the year.
Do not feed the animals, touch the exhibits, or use flash photography as it disturbs the sensitive tropical species.
