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Meerkat Experience

Go behind the scenes in the meerkats’ brand-new Heart of Africa habitat and be among the first to explore this exciting new space. Guided by an expert keeper, you’ll observe natural behaviours up close - watch as they forage, communicate and stand guard.

Learn how these fascinating animals are cared for and the important role they play in their ecosystem, while also discovering the wider conservation work supporting species and habitats across Africa. This unique experience offers a rare glimpse into the daily life of a meerkat keeper.

Please note: This is a keeper-led experience, designed to give you an authentic insight into the life of a meerkat keeper. To ensure their welfare, there is no direct contact, handling, or feeding, and meerkats will not climb on participants.

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Terms and Conditions

This experience is for two people, and both participants must book together. Zoo admission is included.
Please arrive at Experiences HQ (located at the main entrance) 30 minutes before your experience begins.
Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. The adult must either book to take part or hold a valid day ticket or membership to enter the zoo as a spectator.
Participants must be aged 10 or over.
Two children aged 10+ can take part together, as long as at least one adult is spectating.
To ensure the best experience, this is an exclusive, small-group activity with a maximum of two participants per session.
Due to health and safety considerations, this experience may not be suitable for guests with relevant phobias, allergies, expectant mothers, or immunocompromised individuals. Please contact us before booking if you have any concerns.
While we strive to accommodate all guests, some accessibility restrictions may apply. If you have a disability or learning difficulty, please get in touch before booking so we can discuss your needs.
Available all year round on Tuesdays.

See our full terms and conditions here.

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MEET EXPERIENCES

Each person taking part in an Experience must complete a Risk Acknowledgement and Disclaimer form to confirm their booking which will be included in your email confirmation. Please complete this form when completing your online booking. Should the person participating in the experience have any Visual/Hearing/Mobility Impairment or have any Learning Difficulties/Disabilities please call us on 01244 380280.

DINE EXPERIENCES

If you have any special dietary requirements or allegeries please ensure you complete the form that will be included in your confirmation email. Please complete this form when completing your online booking. For any further information please call us on 01244 380280.