The Weird but Wonderful Tour is an early morning experience that brings you face-to-face with some of Chester Zoo’s most rarely seen species.
Discover animals you may never have seen before - even if you've visited the zoo a dozen times.
This brand new tour is designed to highlight animals that don’t appear on any of our other tours, and are often hard to spot during the day. This tour is perfect for curious minds of all ages.
Over 90 unforgettable minutes, you’ll journey through quiet corners of the zoo in one of our electric buses, guided by one of our passionate experts. Along the way, you’ll enjoy peaceful, crowd-free views of species that are unusual, surprising, and truly extraordinary.
32 people
Maximum of 32 people per Experience.
4+
Suitable for those aged 4 and over.
90 minutes
This experience will last approximately 90 minutes.
Everything you need to know about the The Weird but Wonderful Tour
The The Weird but Wonderful Tour takes place before the zoo opens to the public, giving you crowd free views as you explore the zoo on our electric tour bus.
You'll see incredible species that aren't featured on our other tours, including.
• Tree kangaroo
• Cassowary
• Butterflies
• Bat-eared fox
• Bats
• Okapi
With your expert guide leading the way, you’ll hear fascinating stories about each animal - from rare adaptations to the vital conservation work helping to protect them.
You’ll leave with a deeper appreciation for species that are surprising, remarkable, and sometimes rarely seen.
• £25 per adult, £20 per child
• Available all year round
What to expect
Take a glimpse of this incredible experience and how you can make your zoo adventure extra special.
