Meerkat Experience Days

Discover the cutest members of the mongoose family with a meet the meerkats experience.

Seeing these lovable animals up close is a once-in-a-lifetime experience for any animal enthusiast. Encounter their social behaviours, stroke their soft fur and even have a go as a human climbing frame for an amusing selfie on a meerkat experience day! Know a life-long animal lover or an aspiring zoologist? An animal experience is the perfect way to mark a momentous milestone. Whether it’s someone’s 50th birthday or a Christmas present for her this year, allow them to enjoy some one-on-one time with their favourite wild species.

What to Expect on a Meerkat Encounter

Head down to the zoo for an initial briefing by trained professionals before venturing into the enclosure. Now it’s time to meet the meerkats! A park team member will always be on hand, offering constant guidance and insights into their behaviour. Hand over a phone or camera to the zoo worker for them to capture some amazing photos of the day. Prepare to interact with these furry creatures closely – as they are inquisitive and bold! Watch as they all bundle into an endearing group hug.

Meet the Meerkats Experience Days

We offer magnificent meerkat experience days all over the country, so be sure to discover a local zoo nearby. Keep an eye out for sessions with entry to the attractions included as part of the package. After making new friends, guests can explore other incredible species, like beautiful big cats and mischievous monkeys. Paradise Wildlife Park in Broxbourne, Hertfordshire, offers a goody bag and certificate to take home! Or choose the Eagle Heights in Kent, where honorary zookeepers can feed these adorable mammals by hand.