National Conservation Zoo

Opening times today: 10am - 4pm (Last entry at 3pm)

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2 people

Maximum of 2 people per experience.

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5+

Suitable for ages 5 and over.  

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1 hour

This experience will last approximately 60 minutes, with 20 minutes in the feeding cabana. 

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Members discount

Our members get an exclusive discount on experiences when they book in person or over the phone.

Everything you need to know about the Penguin Experience

By purchasing this experience, you're not just creating lasting memories - you're also supporting vital conservation efforts for animals like the humboldt penguin, both here at the zoo and globally.  

Your support funds essential conservation work, ensuring that endangered species can survive, and thrive. Thank you, for making a difference.

  • £125 per person
  • Available all year round
  • Includes zoo admission
  • Fully accessible
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Thank you! 

The entire cost of your experience will be used to support the important work our conservationists do to prevent extinction both here in the UK and across the globe. 

How to combine your Penguin Experience with a visit

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Plan your visit

Plan your whole day ahead of time. From details on how to get here to choosing where you’re going to stop for lunch. 

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Adopt a penguin

Remember your day forever by adopting a penguin and receive an adoption pack that tells you all about them.

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Become a member

See these magnificent animals any day you like with free unlimited entry for a year, plus up to 15% off future experiences.

“The Penguin Experience was pure joy from start to finish!” - Penguin Experience participant 

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Terms and conditions

Booking the Penguin Cove Experience includes zoo admission for the participant only.

This experience is available for adults, and children over the age of 5 years old. Children between the ages of 5-15 must be accompanied by a spectating adult.

Regrettably certain guests will be unable to take part including people with relevant phobias or known allergies; and immunocompromised individuals.

This brand new experience has been developed with accessibility in mind, meaning that every effort is made to accommodate those with a disability or learning difficulty. However, due to practicality and health and safety this cannot always be achieved, please contact our Experiences Team before purchasing for further questions.

This experience is suitable for guests who are wheelchair users, but please let us know if you have any additional requirements so that we can tailor the experience to meet your needs.

Maximum of 2 participants per experience.

The experience will last up to an hour in total, but some of this will be time spent getting across the zoo. There will be a minimum of 20 minutes spent inside the Penguin Cove with the penguin keeper.

Available all year, but may be limited during periods of avian influenza prevention measures.