About

Learn all about life at Paignton Zoo and discover what it’s like to be a zookeeper with our ‘Keeper for a day’ experience.

You’ll arrive in the morning and get to experience the zoo in a different light before any of our visitors arrive. Throughout the day, together with one of our knowledgeable experience guides, you’ll visit a number of different departments which could include primates, birds, hoof stock, Desert House and LVI. You’ll work alongside our expert keepers and undertake a variety of tasks including cleaning duties, feeding and caring for the animals, whilst learning all about our different animals directly from those that spend the most time with them.

This can be purchased as a single or joint experience and the price includes entry to Paignton Zoo, a breakfast bap, hot drink and a t-shirt.

To find out if an experience is available for a specific date, please call the Experiences Coordinator on 01803 697500 (option 2) before completing your online booking.

Where
Paignton Zoo

When
Available on any day of the week

Age Limit
15+

Length of Experience
9am to 3.30pm – 6.5 hours

Access
Please note that during this experience there are enclosures and exhibits that do not have suitable wheelchair or mobility scooter access.

About Paignton Zoo
With over 2,000 animals and countless amazing plants across 80 acres of beautiful, spacious grounds, you’re in for a fantastic day out at Paignton Zoo!

Paignton Zoo is one of the South West’s most exciting visitor attractions. It’s a place to roam, discover, explore and get in touch with nature.

We’re a registered charity and support a number of projects in the UK and overseas that aim to help halt species decline.

Come rain or shine, Paignton Zoo is a great place to visit for all the family, and you’ll need a full day to see it all!