12 Days of Christmas at Tropical World
Make magical memories at Tropical World this Christmas.
Warm up in our cosy indoor zoo this festive season, filled with fun and exotic animals to help you make some magical Christmas memories.
Join our 12 Days of Christmas Animal Trail from 1 December, can you find all 12 of our festive animal stars? From mischievous meerkats to tiny blue dart frogs, each creature is waiting to be discovered. Explore our tropical habitats while collecting fun facts along the way. Test yourself with our challenge at the end!
Keeper Talks
Join our brilliant animal team during the school holidays, at 2pm daily, for behind-the-scenes secrets about out animals. Gather round and discover what their favourite foods are and find out how we make mealtimes merry!
Crafts and Activities
Swing by the Activity Room on weekends from 6 December and throughout the school holidays and get crafty! Make a festive treat for one of our animals as part of their Christmas feast. It’s hands on holiday fun for all ages!
Christmas Gifts
Looking for the perfect present? Our shop is bursting with seasonal goodies and stocking fillers. Treat someone special to a Tropical World Gift Card, adopt a meerkat or tortoise, or go big with our Sulcata Experience, feed our giant tortoises and create a memory that lasts a lifetime. Perfect for animal lovers!
Festive Photo Spot
Strike a pose at our Christmas themed photo zone and share your snaps with us on social media. It’s the perfect backdrop for your wild holiday selfie!
Tropical World Café
Refuel with a festive bite or a cosy lunch in our bright and breezy café. It’s the tastiest way to warm up after your adventure!
Whether you’re dodging the winter chill or chasing a one-of-a-kind day out, Tropical World is your go to destination for festive fun and unforgettable animal encounters. Under 3’s are FREE!
Let the Christmas cheer begin.
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