National Conservation Zoo

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

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20 people

Maximum of 20 people per experience.

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4+

Suitable for those aged 4 and over.

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1.5 hours

This experience will last approximately 90 minutes.

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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 Secret Life of the Zoo Tour

Do you want to know about the real secret life of the zoo? Join us on an exclusive tour as the keepers get ready for another exciting day at the zoo. You will be guided around our 128-acre site by one of our experienced zoo rangers in your very own dedicated tour bus.

You will be able to spot some of the famous faces from TV such as our penguins, sloths and rhinos, as well as learning all about their lives here at the zoo and what we are doing to protect their wild relatives. After your tour of the zoo in the morning, you’ll be dropped off at Monsoon Forest ready for zoo opening so you can continue exploring for the rest of the day!

  • £70 per adult, £60 per child
  • Available all year round, 8:00am
  • Includes zoo admission
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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 Secret Life of the Zoo Tour 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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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.

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Animal Talks

Join the Rangers for their exciting daily talks and learn all about the magnificent animals we’re home to at the zoo.

“Visiting the zoo before they opened to visitors was an unforgettable experience and we felt like VIPs when travelling on our own tour bus!” - Secret Life of the Zoo Tour participant 

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