For Wildlife, Everywhere
Keeper
experience
The
purrr-fect
gift
Snow Leopard, Amur Tiger, Giraffe or Tropical House – which will they choose? Our Keeper Experience voucher lets the lucky recipient pick any one of these four incredible animal encounters!
From feeding big cats to stepping into the boots of a zookeeper, it's a chance to experience Banham Zoo like never before!
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snow
leopard
Duration: 30 Minutes
Ages 12+
An extraordinary encounter with one of nature's most elusive big cats!
Join our expert carnivore keepers for a special encounter with our beautiful snow leopards, Shen and Aurora.
What's included
A wonderful treat for snow leopard lovers, with some very special moments to look forward to!
The opportunity to feed a snow leopard
Time with our expert carnivore keepers
A behind-the-scenes look at their daily care
Admission to Banham Zoo
Go BEHIND
THE SCENES
Ever wondered what it takes to look after a snow leopard?
From preparing their meals to creating exciting enrichment, discover what goes into keeping these magnificent big cats happy and healthy.
Amur
tiger
Duration: 30 Minutes
Ages 12+
Get closer to one of the world's largest big cats with our Amur Tiger Keeper Experience!
Spend 30 minutes alongside our carnivore team, taking part in a feeding session and experiencing the sheer presence of one of the world's largest big cats.
What's included
A unique opportunity to experience an Amur tiger from a keeper's perspective.
The chance to feed an Amur tiger
Guidance from our experienced carnivore team
An insight into tiger feeding and enrichment
Admission to Banham Zoo
Closer
than ever
See the incredible size and strength of an Amur tiger up close and discover what makes these magnificent big cats such powerful predators.
Learn about their remarkable natural instincts and hear fascinating stories from the keepers who care for them every day.
giraffe
Duration: 30 Minutes
Ages 12+
Ever dreamed of hand-feeding a giraffe? Here's your chance!
Meet our towering gentle giants during a wonderfully personal encounter that's sure to leave a lasting impression.
What's included
An amazing opportunity for giraffe lovers to enjoy some truly special moments with these beautiful animals!
The chance to hand-feed a giraffe
Time with our expert giraffe keepers
Go behind the scenes in our Giraffe House
Admission to Banham Zoo
MEET OUR GENTLE GIANTS
From their amazingly long tongues to their curious personalities, discover what makes our giraffes so special.
Hear stories and insights from the keepers who know them best.
Tropical
house
Duration: 60 Minutes
Ages 6+
Ever wondered what happens in our Tropical House when the visitors have gone home?
Step into the world of a zookeeper with an exclusive after-hours adventure, discovering some of our fascinating tropical residents along the way!
What's included
Perfect for budding zookeepers and curious animal lovers who can't wait to get stuck in!
Exclusive after-hours access to the Tropical House
Help preparing food for our two-toed sloth
Hands-on keeper tasks and activities
Admission to Banham Zoo
BECOME
A KEEPER
Roll up your sleeves and experience the working world of a zookeeper!
From preparing diets to creating enrichment, discover the important jobs that help care for our tropical residents.
Ready
to give
With four incredible experiences to choose from, give them the gift of adventure and let them decide where their wild day takes them!
All Animal Experience Vouchers come beautifully presented in a gift box, making them the perfect present to wrap up and place under the tree this Christmas.
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Can the recipient choose their Keeper Experience?
Absolutely! One voucher can be redeemed against any one of our four Keeper Experiences: Snow Leopard, Amur Tiger, Giraffe or Tropical House. There's no need to choose when purchasing the gift — the recipient can decide for themselves!
How long are Keeper Experience vouchers valid?
Vouchers are valid for 12 months from the date of purchase, giving the recipient plenty of time to plan their visit.
How do I redeem my voucher?
Simply follow the redemption instructions provided with the voucher to arrange the chosen experience. All experiences must be booked in advance and are subject to availability.
Are there any age restrictions?
Yes. Our Snow Leopard, Amur Tiger and Giraffe experiences are suitable for ages 12 and over. Our Tropical House Experience is suitable for ages 6 and over.
Is zoo admission included?
Yes! Admission to Banham Zoo is included for the person taking part in the Keeper Experience, so there's plenty more to explore during their visit.
Will I get to feed or interact with the animals?
Each experience includes different activities, with opportunities ranging from animal feeding to hands-on keeper tasks. While we aim for interaction, participation depends on the animal’s willingness on the day.
Inline Headings

Adopt an Animal at Banham Zoo

:

Support wildlife conservation

by symbolically adopting one of our amazing animals, including the powerful

tiger

, elusive

snow leopard

, playful

penguin

, or charming

red panda

.

Animal adoption is a meaningful way to help support the care of the animals at Banham Zoo and contribute to vital conservation work both at the zoo and in the wild.

Choose your animal to adopt and help protect wildlife while supporting

Banham Zoo

in

Norfolk

.
Keeper ExperiEnce
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