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Close Encounters Magic Moment (ages 5+)

Close Encounters Magic Moment (ages 5+)

Regular price £52.00 GBP
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Experience a wild adventure with our Close Encounters Magic Moment! Spend 30 minutes up close with some of the zoo's most unique creatures, including snakes, stick insects and invertebrates. Our keeper will introduce you to these fascinating animals, making it a perfect experience for reptile and bug enthusiasts. Get ready for some exciting close encounters as you have the opportunity for some hands-on animal handling.

Please note, if you are looking for a specific date for your experience, contact us before purchasing any vouchers. We require at least seven days' notice for any bookings.

You can contact us by emailing edz-keeperexperiences@rzss.org.uk or by calling 0131 314 0327 between 9am to 5pm from Monday to Friday.

Essential information:
  • Vouchers have a one year expiry date unless stated otherwise. We advise enquiring for specific dates as early as possible to avoid disappointment.
  • The maximum number of participants for this experience is five.
  • We run the Close Encounters Magic Moment every day at 9am and 4pm (3pm in the winter months), dependant on availability. 
  • This experience lasts around thirty minutes.
  • Price is per person and includes the participant's admission to Edinburgh Zoo.
  • Keeper Experience vouchers are strictly non-refundable.
  • All orders are issued as e-vouchers, aligning with our commitment to reduce paper usage and aid environmental conservation. We aim to dispatch all e-vouchers within two business days.
    Your e-voucher includes instructions on how to book your Keeper Experience.
Restrictions:
  • This experience is available for participants aged 5 and over only.
  • Participants under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an observing adult who will be required to pay adult admission cost.
  • Please note the accompanying adult may be required to go behind the scenes during the experience with the participant and it is therefore not suitable for the accompanying adult to be supervising another non-participating child.


Regrettably, our Keeper Experiences are not suitable for certain guests including those with any relevant phobias or known allergies; pregnant women; and immunocompromised individuals. Whilst every effort will be made to accommodate those with a disability or learning difficulty, due to practicality and health and safety this may not always be possible. Please read the T&Cs for further information or contact us at edz-keeperexperiences@rzss.org.uk or by calling 0131 314 0327 for advice prior to booking.


Is this a gift?

Then why not add one of our Keeper Experience Gift Bags to you order! Our gift bags include a commemorative tote or drawstring bag filled with zoo-branded souvenirs to make your experience even more memorable! 

By purchasing a Keeper Experience, you are contributing to our invaluable conservation work. You can find out more about the projects we support here.

Terms and Conditions: 

Price is per person. 

Please read the full Keeper Experience Terms & Conditions by clicking here.

By purchasing this voucher, you agree to the terms and conditions of purchase.


Delivery

Guide Books, Small Items & Vouchers UK Standard: £2.50 (please note, only vouchers will be sent recorded)

UK Standard Recorded: £5.95

UK Large Parcel/Heavy Parcel Recorded (over 2kg): £8.50

For International Delivery, check our Shipping Page.

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