Join our orangutan keepers at Jersey Zoo and become a member of one of our great ape extended families. Meeting our mischievous Sumatran orangutans is a unique and memorable experience.
During your experience you will:
- Go behind the scenes of the orangutan enclosure to a ‘keepers only’ area
- Prepare a tasty and interesting treat for the orangutans
- Hear personal insights into the lives of the apes from our experienced and passionate keepers
- Have exclusive photo opportunities
- Find out about Durrell’s mission to save species from extinction
Book your orangutan experience
Terms & Conditions
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This experience takes place at Jersey Zoo, Channel Islands.
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Each £120 payment is for one person and does not include admission to the Zoo which must be purchased separately.
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By purchasing this experience you agree to abide by all applicable terms and conditions.
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Membership discount is not applicable for animal experiences.
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This experience lasts for 45 mins inclusive of a short health and safety briefing.
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This experience has a maximum capacity of 3 people per session.
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Your experience may be shared with other guests.
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This experience is suitable for children aged 10 and over.
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All children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult who also has a paid experience ticket.
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Your experience may be altered with little or no notice due to weather and animal considerations.
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Animal handling is not permitted; proximity to the animals is at the keeper’s discretion on the day.
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Cancellation with fewer than 24 hours notice will incur a 100% cancellation fee.
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You must wear appropriate clothing and closed toe footwear for the experience.
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Limited accessibility: Unfortunately there is no wheelchair access in this area and due to the behind the scenes nature of the experience medical assistance dogs are not permitted.
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Allergens: For any allergy queries please contact our team on: Visitor.Centre@durrell.org before booking your experience.
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