• This highly anticipated experience will bring you closer than ever before to our Pygmy Hippos with access from our exclusive experience platform! You will spend some time feeding our male hippo Otto before meeting his neighbours, our three leopard tortoises. If you're lucky, Gloria might come and say hello too!
  • This highly anticipated experience will bring you closer than ever before to our Pygmy Hippos with access from our exclusive experience platform! You will spend some time feeding our male hippo Otto before meeting his neighbours, our three leopard tortoises. If you're lucky, Gloria might come and say hello too!
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Pygmy Hippo & Friends Magic Moment (ages 8+)

Pygmy Hippo & Friends Magic Moment (ages 8+)

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Vouchers

Please note vouchers are valid to be booked in from June - October 2026.

This experience is only available on specific dates and bookable slots are limited. Please contact edz-keeperexperiences@rzss.org.uk to enquire about specific dates before purchasing your vouchers. 

This highly anticipated experience will bring you closer than ever before to our Pygmy Hippos with access from our exclusive experience platform! You will spend some time feeding our male hippo Otto before meeting his neighbours, our three leopard tortoises. If you're lucky, Gloria might come and say hello too! 
 
Our Pygmy Hippo & Friends Magic Moment voucher includes:  

  • Entry to Edinburgh Zoo 
  • 10% discount in our Gift Shop 
  • Free car parking 

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 are valid until October 2026 and can only be booked on specific dates. We advise enquiring about availability as early as possible to avoid disappointment. 
  • Max two participants per experience (please note one voucher is required per person). 
  • We run this experience on Mondays, Thursdays, Saturdays and Sundays at 9am. Please contact us at edz-keeperexperiences@rzss.org.uk to enquire about availability and to book a date. 
  • This experience lasts around thirty minutes (about twenty minutes with Otto and ten minutes with the leopard tortoises). 
  • 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. Vouchers will be available to download immediately after purchase.
    Your e-voucher includes instructions on how to book your Keeper Experience. 

Restrictions: 

  • This experience is available for participants aged eight and over. 
  • Participants under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an observing adult who will be required to pay adult zoo admission cost. 

 
Regrettably, our Keeper Experiences are not suitable for certain guests including those with any relevant phobias or known allergies, pregnant, 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:  
 
Please read the full Keeper Experience Terms & Conditions by clicking here.  
 
By purchasing this voucher, you agree to the terms and conditions of purchase. 

Shipping & Returns

UK Standard Tracked: £4.95

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

Adoptions, Guide Books, Small Items & Vouchers UK
Standard: £2.95 (please note, only vouchers will be sent recorded)

(UK shipping includes Jersey, Guernsey & Isle of Man)

Europe Tracked under 2kg: £15.95

Europe Standard - Adoptions, Guide Books, Small Items: £7.50

Rest of World Tracked under 2kg: £25.95

Rest of World Standard - Adoptions, Guide Books, Small Items:
£10

Click & Collect - Free - Please allow 4 hours for order
preparation (excluding adoptions which require 3 working days). Collections can
be made between 11-4pm every day from Edinburgh Zoo Gift Shop. We will hold
your order for 14 days (excluding adoptions).

Items ordered will usually be delivered by Royal Mail and
RZSS cannot be held liable for any delivery delays following dispatch. In the
event of delayed delivery, please wait for a period of at least 14 days from
the date of dispatch of your order before contacting us.

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