Tocancipá, Cundinamarca
Colombia | 2026
We welcome you to the 32nd edition of the ALPZA Congress 2026! From the Jaime Duque Park Foundation, we open our doors to live an experience of learning, teamwork, and strengthening conservation strategies in Latin America. A congress that brings together keepers, professionals, and directors of zoos and aquariums to share experiences as a community promoting the welfare of species and ecosystems.
REGISTRATION RATES AND DATES
We share the information you should keep in mind for your registration process.
| Category | Paid value Phase 1 (until January 31) |
Paid value Phase 2 (until March 31) |
Paid value Phase 3 (until May 31) |
|---|---|---|---|
| ALPZA Members | $450 USD | $475 USD | $525 USD |
| ALPZA Accredited Members | $425 USD | $450 USD | $500 USD |
| Members of ALPZA Committees | $335 USD | $360 USD | $410 USD |
| Students | $450 USD | $475 USD | $525 USD |
| Non-ALPZA members (general public) | $495 USD | $520 USD | $570 USD |
| *Institutional Caregiver – ALPZA Member | $250 USD | $275 USD | $325 USD |
| Caretaker ALPZA Accredited Member Institution | $225 USD | $250 USD | $300 USD |
| Companions / Guests (attends social events only) | $315 USD | $315 USD | $315 USD |
- Academic Program Talks
- Congress materials
- A wide variety of workshops developed by the Jaime Duque Park Foundation and ALPZA, among other activities. (One of choice)
- Digital congress certificates
- Coffee breaks
- Lunches
- Social activities
- Transportation main hotel – congress venue
- Transportation – Activities related to the development of the congress
- Transportation from the airport to the selected hotel, on the day of arrival in the country
- Social activities
- Access to the park attractions
- Transportation to the Salt Cathedral (Social event)
- Transportation from the hotel and to the Jaime Duque Park Foundation, the congress venue
Lodging, air transportation, ground transportation from hotel to airport on day of departure
*Registration Conditions for Caregivers:
To complete the caregiver registration process, you must attach the digital ID card so we can verify it and provide a code for the purchase process. Please send it to the following email: [email protected]
ALPZA 2026 AGENDA
We present our daily agenda so you don’t miss any detail:
🎙️ Speaker: Joel SartorePhotographer
🎙️ Speaker: Rosamira GuillenEnvironmental Advocate and Activist
🎙️ Catalina RodríguezDirector of Bioparque Wakatá Nature Reserve
🎙️ Speaker: Briggite BaptisteBiologist and Researcher
🎙️ Speaker: Andrea CaiozziConservationist
🎙️ Speaker: Luis Miguel TrujilloWriter and Speaker
🎙️ Speaker: Jonatan LoidiConferencista y consultor
🎙️ Speaker: Wade Davis Antropólogo y escritor
🎙️ Speaker: Carlos Castaño UribeAnthropologist and Archaeologist
SPEAKERS
Discover our panel of speakers for the 32nd ALPZA Congress:
The Latin American Association of Zoological Parks and Aquariums (ALPZA) is the leading organization in the region dedicated to biodiversity conservation through its members’ commitment to education, research, and animal welfare. Founded in 1990, ALPZA has promoted standards of excellence and fostered international cooperation, establishing itself as a reference in wildlife protection. Today, ALPZA continues to move forward with determination, strengthening the collaboration between zoos, aquariums, and rescue centers to build a more sustainable future for life on our planet.
We are a non-profit, 100% Colombian organization dedicated to the conservation of family, social well-being, nature, and culture. Our mission is to serve the community and promote the welfare of present and future generations. As a model of sustainable recreation and purposeful tourism, we offer spaces that foster a reconnection with nature. Our natural reserves and wetlands contribute to the ecological connectivity of the Bogotá River savanna. Additionally, we provide a peaceful environment to strengthen family bonds and encourage learning about history and culture.
CONGRESS VENUE
XXXII ALPZA 2026 Congress
Parque Jaime Duque Foundation
We are fortunate to be the official venue of the XXXII ALPZA 2026 Congress, which will be held from May 19 to 22. This recognition reinforces our commitment to conservation, education and social welfare.
Fundación Parque Jaime Duque is a Colombian 100% non-profit organization dedicated to promoting the well-being of families, nature and culture. We operate in a responsible and ethical manner, generating employment and allocating our profits to support vulnerable populations and environmental conservation.
We have 200 hectares dedicated to education and recreation, offering experiences that inspire care for the environment and promote culture, art, entrepreneurship and research. We believe in the power of education and partnerships to drive positive change and build a more just and sustainable society.
Rodolfo Raigoza
Presidente Junta Directiva ALPZA
Estimados colegas y miembros de la comunidad ALPZA,
Siempre nuestros congresos son más que una reunión, nos dan la gran oportunidad de compartir experiencias, de aprender juntos, de ponernos de acuerdo en el rumbo que nos trazamos entre todos, de compartir abrazos y de llenarnos siempre de energía, esperando la inauguración del siguiente evento.
El próximo mayo del 2026 volveremos a tener esa gran oportunidad en la edición 32 de nuestro congreso ALPZA, podremos estar juntos de nuevo y estoy seguro que será una experiencia inolvidable. En esta ocasión nos tocará viajar a esa tierra encantadora que es Colombia, hemos recibido con gusto, la invitación del gran equipo de la Fundación Jaime Duque para estar en su casa, para compartir conocimientos y experiencias que fortalecerán nuestra misión conjunta de educación y conservación, de nuestra biodiversidad.
Desde ya, nuestro más profundo agradecimiento, estoy seguro en en esos 4 días por venir, disfrutaremos de amigos, de un evento repleto de conferencias inspiradoras, de expertos de todas las áreas, de talleres creativos y momentos especiales diseñados para fomentar el intercambio de ideas y la creación de redes entre nuestros miembros.
Rafael Torres
Gerente Fundación Parque Jaime Duque
Es un honor para mí y para todo el equipo humano de la Fundación Parque Jaime Duque, extender una cálida invitación al 32° Congreso de la Asociación Latinoamericana de Parques Zoológicos y Acuarios.
Sean todos bienvenidos a la hermosa Colombia y a su región capital, la Sabana de Bogotá, donde les esperamos entre el 19 y el 22 de mayo de 2026, para vivir una maravillosa experiencia en las 200 hectáreas más bellas del centro del país.
Estamos firmemente comprometidos con la conservación, no solo de la naturaleza, sino también de nuestra cultura colombiana y del bienestar de nuestras familias y sociedad. Tendrán ustedes la oportunidad de disfrutar de un evento inspirador, con conferencistas reconocidos, talleres únicos y espacios especiales para afianzar lazos con la comunidad zoológica latinoamericana.
Los esperamos en el Parque de los Colombianos.
CAREGIVER SCHOLARSHIPS
From the Fundación Parque Jaime Duque, we hope that the congress will be a learning space in which the largest number of caregivers members of ALPZA's partner institutions can participate. For this reason, in addition to the three scholarships granted for caregivers, we will offer special rates for their registration:
Keeper Scholarships (3):
Caregiver scholarships include accommodation at the **Hotel Pop Art**, located 15 minutes from the Park, full meals, social activities, and other benefits provided during the congress.
See requirementsFees for caregiver enrollment:
To complete the caregiver registration process, you must attach the digital ID card so we can verify it and provide a code for the purchase process. The email address is [email protected] [email protected]
HOTELS
We present two hotel alternatives, each with ideal spaces for a quiet stay:
Sabana Park Hotel
Located 10 km from the Jaime Duque Park Foundation, qualified as one of the best hotels in the region, it has restaurants, networking area, gym and rooms with high comfort.
- Single and shared accommodations.
- Hotel transportation to and from the Park is included in your registration.
GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS FOR YOUR VISIT TO COLOMBIA
- Valid and current passport
- Air ticket for entry to and exit from Colombia
- Complete the Check-Mig Migration form Go to form
- Have an approved visa for your trip (if you are traveling from countries not exempt from this requirement).
- According to the regulations of Colombia’s Ministry of Health and Social Protection, all travelers entering the country must be vaccinated against yellow fever. This vaccine is mandatory for everyone over 1 year old and must be administered at least 10 days before the travel date.
DO YOU WANT TO VISIT OTHER AREAS OF COLOMBIA?
Colombia, the second most biodiverse country, con más de 1070 especies de aves registradas y una cultura cafetera única. Un viaje imperdible, en el que además de la oferta académica encontrarás espacios de aventura y cultura cercanos a nuestra institución. ¿Quieres además del congreso conocer un poco más de la oferta turística de Colombia y la región en la que te encontrarás?.
Here is the contact information for some agencies that can assist you:
Contact | Outdoor Experiences
Judith Serrano(+57) 314 458 4107
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
E-mail: [email protected]
We will provide transportation service from the airport to the main hotel (Sabana Park). On Monday, May 18, this service will be available at three different times (morning, midday, and afternoon) to accommodate your flight schedule.
Additionally, please note that transportation for the activities included in the congress is covered as part of your registration.
The congress will be held at the facilities of the Jaime Duque Park Foundation, located in the municipality of Tocancipá - Cundinamarca, Colombia. Inside the Park we have an auditorium whose space and design will provide attendees a comfortable stay throughout the event.
In addition, workshops will be held in different areas of the park.
We will have two allied hotels, the Headquarters Hotel “Sabana Park” and the Pop Art Hotel, both with different experiences and high comfort. Below, we share with you their official contacts:
- Sabana Park Hotel (Main Hotel):
Phone: (+57) 320 354 2526
Correo electrónico: Email: [email protected] - Pop Art Hotel:
Phone number: (+57) 310 206 1614
Temperatures range from 7 °C to 19 °C, so we recommend bringing warm clothing for the mornings and for returning to the hotels in the evening. The Park covers a large area, so we suggest wearing comfortable shoes for participating in the congress’s supplementary activities as well as in the workshops.
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