Deliver a tasty treat to our giant otters, Alex and Fia, with their dedicated keepers and learn more about our wonderfully noisy mother and daughter duo.
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During your experience you will:
  • Join one of our keepers to call our otters and deliver food OR enrichment as part of their daily regime.

  • Hear personal insights into the lives of our otters, where they originate and some very interesting and fun facts.

  • Have exclusive photo opportunities.   

  • Find out about Durrell’s mission to save species from extinction.  

Book your giant otter experience now

Terms & Conditions

  • This experience takes place at Jersey Zoo, Channel Islands. 
  • Each £30 payment is for one person and does not include admission to the Zoo which must be purchased separately.
  • By purchasing this experience you agree to abide by all applicable terms and conditions. 
  • Membership discount is not applicable for animal experiences.  
  • This experience lasts for 15 mins inclusive of a short health and safety briefing. 
  • This experience has a maximum capacity of 4 people per session. 
  • Your experience may be shared with other guests. 
  • This experience is suitable for children aged 8 and over.  
  • All children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult who also has a paid experience ticket.
  • Your experience may be altered with little or no notice due to weather and animal considerations. 
  • Animal handling is not permitted; proximity to the animals is at the keeper’s discretion on the day.   
  • Cancellation with fewer than 24 hours notice will incur a 100% cancellation fee.   
  • You must wear appropriate clothing, including closed toe footwear for the experience. 
  • Accessibility: this is a front of house experience accessible by wheelchair and medical assistance dogs are permitted. 
  • Allergens: For any allergy queries please contact our team on: Visitor.Centre@durrell.org before booking your experience.

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