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Sumatran Orangutan 3 Autumn 2024 (3) Extended (2)

Orangutan Experience

Join expert keepers for an unforgettable adventure high above Monsoon Forest.

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2 people

Maximum of 2 people per experience.

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16+

Suitable for those aged 16 and over.

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30 minutes

This experience will last approximately 30 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 Orangutan Experience.

Visit Monsoon Forest’s impressive rooftop canopy for an exclusive opportunity to see the Sumatran orangutans from a unique viewpoint.

From high above the forest, you’ll discover one of the most spectacular views in the zoo.

Expert keepers will share insights into the daily care of these critically endangered primates and provide updates from field teams working to protect orangutans in the wild.

This experience offers a rare chance to see conservation in action and to learn how vital work is helping to safeguard the species for the future.

  • £195 per person
  • Available on Thursdays all year round
  • Includes zoo admission 

What to expect

Take a glimpse of this incredible experience and how you can make your zoo adventure extra special. 

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Thank you! 

The cost of your tour 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 Orangutan Experience with a visit

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

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Terms and conditions

  • Includes zoo admission for the participant(s) for the whole day.
  • Please arrive at Experiences HQ 30 minutes before the scheduled start time.
  • This is a physically demanding experience. Participants must be physically fit, able to walk several kilometres around the zoo at pace, climb multiple flights of stairs unaccompanied, and walk over uneven ground without difficulty.
  • Monsoon Forest is a warm, humid environment, and rooftop areas can reach temperatures exceeding 40°C. Participants must be comfortable in these conditions for the duration of the experience.
  • Suitable for people aged 16 and over.
  • Regrettably, some guests are unable to take part, including those with epilepsy, relevant phobias or allergies, mobility issues, pregnant women, and immunocompromised individuals.
  • While every effort is made to accommodate guests with disabilities or learning difficulties, due to health, safety, and practical considerations, this may not always be possible. Please contact us before purchasing.