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Meet the Tapir

Meet-Tapirs
Price:  £80*
Duration:  Up to 30 minutes
Meeting point:  Visitor Services
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Accompanied by your expert guide, you'll be heading inside the tapir enclosure to meet these gentle creatures. As you hand-feed them some of their favourite foods, you'll see their strange-looking snouts at work as they sniff out their snacks.

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Dates & Price

Price: £80 for one person and £80 each for up to 2 additional participants (includes zoo admission).

Dates: We only have a limited number of spaces available for each interaction, please check the booking calendar, by clicking on the link above to check availability. We only allow bookings up to 6 months in advance.

Please note we have limited availability at weekends and school holidays so please allow plenty of time to book your interaction. Extensions will not be given.

What to expect

Accompanied by your expert guide, you'll be heading inside the tapir enclosure to meet these gentle creatures. As you hand-feed them some of their favourite foods, you'll see their strange-looking snouts at work as they sniff out their snacks.

Our expert staff will be on hand to guide you through the experience, answer any questions you might have to teach you all about these remarkable animals.

We only accept one booking per slot, so your interaction will be exclusive to you... and a friend if you can bring yourself to share!

Each interaction lasts up to 30 minutes and you will be free to enjoy the zoo for the remainder of the day. This interaction includes admission into the zoo and you'll also get a complimentary car park pass and certificate.

What you need to know

  • Prices: £80 for one person and £80 each for up to two additional participants (includes zoo admission).
  • Interactions can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Please note we have limited availability at weekends and school holidays so please allow plenty of time to book your interaction. Extensions will not be given.
  • All animal interactions are non-refundable so please check the terms and conditions before booking.
  • Interaction includes entry into the zoo for the day.
  • Any additional requirements, please let us know so we can accommodate your needs where possible.
  • Meet the Tapir interaction is available for up to 2 people.
  • The minimum age is 12 years old, anyone under the age of 16 will need a paying participant adult to accompany them on the interaction.

Terms and Conditions

Please ensure you have read all terms and conditions before booking a slot or purchasing a gift voucher.

General animal interaction terms and conditions can be found here.

  • Specific Terms & Conditions

    • You must be at least 12 years old to participate in this interaction.
    • Anyone under the age of 16 must be accompanied by a paying adult participant (£130 for two participants, includes admission into the zoo).
    • Maximum 2 participants per interaction. 
    • For visitors with disabilities, please check here for specific details regarding accessibility.
    • Unfortunately, this interaction is not suitable for wheelchair users, those who are pregnant, or people with epilepsy.
    • Interactions may be adjusted without notice.
    • Experiences are non-refundable and non-transferable.
    • Full terms & conditions can be found here.
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