Aquatic Animal Weekend

Today's Announcements

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

COLCHESTER ZOO STAMPEDE – SUNDAY 28th APRIL 2024:
Some areas of the zoo maybe closed for a period of time to allow runners to make their way round. Gates will be opening from 8:30am for runners’ friends & family who have booked. Catering outlets and Guest Services will not open until our usual opening time of 9:30am.

Visits between 15th April and 18th May 2024

From 15th April 2024, you may experience heavy traffic around the surrounding area on your journey home due to planned roadwork closures along the A12 southbound carriageway between J26 Stanway and J25 Marks Tey. Route diversions will be in place but traffic may be increased due to this.

Find out more here.

ADVANCED NOTICE:
Please be aware that our indoor soft play, Jungle Tumble, will be closed on the following dates due to annual maintenance and a thorough deep clean.

Tuesday 7th May to Friday 10th May 2024
Monday 13th May to Friday 17th May 2024

Go digital and download the Colchester Zoo App.
Find out more here

Important Information

Start Date6th Apr 2024 End Date7th Apr 2024

6th April & 7th April 2024

Did you know… 71% of the earth’s surface is covered in water!

Join us as we share the incredible underwater world of animals with a range of aquatic inspired activities. Discover how long a Patagonian Sea Lion can holds its breath for or how our Animal Care Team tell our Humboldt Penguins apart! Across the weekend there will be activities around the Zoo.

Timetable

Meet ‘n’ Greet Puddles the Penguin
11:30am to 12 noon
Next to Beach Hut
Meet one of your favourite Zoo Crew characters up close.

Aquatic Activities
10:00am – 4:00pm
Playa Patagonia Upper Viewing
Enjoy a range of activities that includes information about our animals.

Aquatic Encounters
Humboldt penguin: 11:30am and 4:15pm
Patagonian sea lion: 12 noon and 2:00pm
Smooth-coated otter: 2:30pm
Pygmy hippo: 3:30pm

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Aquatic Animal Weekend