Encounters
Get closer than ever!
This is more than just a close-up. Build a connection with the animals, discover our conservation work, and learn how we care for the wildlife that calls Willowbank home.
Capybara
Meet the world’s most relaxed rodent, up close and personal. Spend time with these gentle giants and discover what makes them so wonderfully unique. A calm, joy-filled wildlife moment you won’t forget.
Lemur
Step into the playful world of our ring-tailed lemurs. Curious, charismatic and always entertaining, they’ll steal your attention in seconds. A lively encounter full of personality and connection.
Bees
Suit up and step inside the hive for a truly hands-on experience. Discover the magic of pollination and why bees are vital to our ecosystems. A buzzing encounter packed with learning and wonder.
Feeding Times
Feeding time is when things really come to life! Discover what our animals love to eat and see them in action. It’s one of the best times of day to spot their personalities, watch the excitement, and pick up a few fun facts from our keepers.
Otters
10.45am
Eels
11.50am
Gibbons
12.45pm
Kea
1.00pm
Visit Us
We’re open daily from 9.30am to 5pm - rain or shine. The only exception? Christmas Day, when we take a well earned break.
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