Summer Safari
Wednesday 23rd July – Tuesday 2nd September
Your best summer yet
Experience a wild summer of safari adventures, animal encounters, lookout towers, and nonstop family fun at Banham Zoo with Go Awesome entertainment all season long!
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What's On
Lookout Towers
Junior Ranger Experience
Ranger Outpost Activities
Stamp Trail
Live Theatre Shows
Go Awesome: Wild Activities
Inflatable Fun Zone
Get ready for a wild summer at Banham Zoo! Grab your explorer hats and embark on an epic Safari-themed adventure for the whole family!
Track animals through immersive walkthrough habitats, enjoy up-close encounters with your favourite zoo residents, and see them like never before from our summer holiday-exclusive lookout towers.
With our friends from Go Awesome Children’s Entertainment joining us all summer long - expect character appearances, foam parties, live stage shows, and so much more! Plus, bounce to your heart’s content on our GIANT inflatables – all included with your zoo entry. There’s something for every young explorer this summer at Banham Zoo!
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Go Awesome: Wild Activities
Hop aboard the Safari Road Train for a fun ride with live commentary from our very own Safari Steve!
Make a splash at the foam party, enjoy wild entertainment across the park, and meet Toby the Tiger and Jinx the Snow Leopard up close!
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Lookout Towers
This summer, climb our brand-new lookout towers and see Banham Zoo like never before! Can you spot the maned wolf pups? Count the wallabies? Find the flamingos and wave to the penguins? It’s a wild new way to explore!
Live Theatre Shows
Laugh out loud at our comedy stage shows and enjoy thrilling live performances that bring wild animal tales to life! It’s fun for the whole family and the perfect respite for adventurers of all ages!
Amazing Animals
From Amur tigers to red pandas, Banham Zoo is home to a diverse range of animals, from the vulnerable to the critically endangered. See them all this summer!
Come along to our animal talks for a chance to meet our amazing zookeepers, see our animals up close, and discover all the fun ways we care for them!
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Junior Ranger Experience
Join the Junior Rangers, and step behind the scenes to discover what it’s like to be a real zookeeper in this exclusive 60-minute hands-on summer holiday experience!
Perfect for young animal lovers, this exciting opportunity allows kids to work alongside our expert zoo team to learn how we care for a variety of incredible animals every day.
Only £15 per person!
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Ranger Outposts
Visit our Ranger Outposts and join our passionate zookeepers for a fun, hands-on challenge where you’ll test your knowledge of animal diets, habitats, and behaviours – all by identifying their poo!
Crack the clues, guess the poo, and uncover some seriously weird and wonderful animal facts! It’s a hilarious, hands-on adventure the whole family will love – learning has never been this much fun!
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Junior Ranger Pack
Become a Junior Ranger this summer! Pick up your Junior Ranger Pack and get ready for a wild adventure around the zoo.
Each pack includes a lanyard and official Junior Ranger ID card, a stamp trail booklet, and more fun surprises to help you explore, discover, and earn your ranger status. Perfect for young animal lovers and little explorers!
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Inflatable Zone
This summer, we’ve got GIANT inflatables – brought into the zoo especially for you! They’re free and included with your zoo entry. Jump for joy and see if you can bounce like a kangaroo!
WILD Activities
Our friends at Go Awesome Children’s Entertainment are back with more safari-themed fun – all included with your admission ticket!
From 10:00am - Meet Toby the Tiger
From 10:30am - Safari Train Comedy Tour
11:15am - Snow Leopard Snow Party
12:00pm - Toby’s Bubble Party
1:00pm - Jungle Game Show
1:45pm - Snow Leopard Snow Party
2:00pm - Safari Shenanigans: Live Stage Show
3:30pm - Splash! Foam Party Madness
Please note that the Foam Party can only take place in dry weather conditions. While we aim to provide accurate information, please note that activities and their availability may change due to operational needs. For the most up-to-date timetable, we recommend checking our information boards on the day of your visit.
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Rainy Days
Rain or shine, we've got you covered with our Rainy-Day Guarantee! If it rains continuously for an hour during your visit, you'll receive a FREE return ticket to use within the next 4 weeks! Speak to admissions on the day to claim your ticket.
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When is the Summer Safari event?
The Summer Safari Adventure runs from Wednesday, 23rd July to Tuesday, 2nd September 2025. It’s the perfect summer holiday activity for families, with activities available every day during this period.
What’s included?
The Summer Safari Adventure at Banham Zoo includes exciting activities like the fun-filled Stamp Trail, panoramic views from the Lookout Towers, interactive Ranger Outposts, and a thrilling Live Theatre Show. The Sky Safari Ferris Wheel ride and Junior Ranger School are also available for an additional cost. There’s something for every explorer to enjoy!
Do I need to book tickets in advance?
Yes, tickets are required for entry into the zoo and some activities. We recommend booking your tickets in advance to secure your spot and avoid disappointment, especially during peak summer days.
