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Africa Alive: All Day Tickets

Discover the magic of Africa without leaving the UK at Banham Zoo and join this immersive journey while supporting vital conservation initiatives

eligible with a VisitBritain Gift Card

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Free cancellation

Cancel up to 48 hours in advance to receive a full refund.

Highlights

  • Step into Africa’s wilderness and get up close to incredible animals from the continent and encounter endangered species like the African elephant, cheetah and meerkats.
  • Explore the rich tapestry of African traditions through engaging exhibits and interactive experiences with this immersive experience. 
  • Embark on a mini-safari adventure within Banham Zoo’s grounds to spot giraffes, zebras and antelopes roaming freely in spacious enclosures mimicking their habitats.
  • Contribute to wildlife conservation efforts with your visit and learn about the critical work being done to protect African species and habitats.

What's included

  • All-Day entry

Prepare for the experience

Children information

  • Children up to 16 years old must be accompanied by a paying adult.
  • Children under 3 years old access free of charge.
  • Baby change facilities available.
  • Reasonably pushchair-friendly visitor’s common areas.

Accessibility information

  • Africa Alive Zoological Reserve is wheelchair and pushchair accessible, with pathed surfaces and lifts/ramps where appropriate.

  • There is a limited number of mobility scooters available for hire but we recommend contacting our team before booking as 24 hours’ notice is required.

  • A carer can access free of charge when accompanying a person with reduced mobility or special needs.
  • Assistance dogs are allowed but you must inform the supplier at least 48 hours before your intended visit. Email address: [email protected] .
  • Please contact us before booking should you require further accessibility information.

Additional information

  • There is a visitor code of conduct at the Africa Alive Zoological Reserve:

    • Never climb on, over or under the safety barriers.

    • Do not feed the animals

    • You are visitors to the animals’ home, please respect their space.

    • Visitors should not bring in scooters, roller skates, roller shoes, or balls.

    • For animal welfare, selfie sticks must not be used beyond public barriers.

    • The use of drones in our reserve is strictly prohibited.

    • Africa Alive is a smoke-free and vaping-free zone. 

    • Permission is required for any commercial filming or photography.

Date and timeslot availability can be seen before booking.

  • Duration: 2-3 hours

The regular operating times of Africa Alive are the following:

  • 1 November - 3 March:
    • Daily: 9:30 am - 4:00 pm
  • 4 March - 30 June:
    • Daily: 9:30 am - 5:00 pm
  • 1 July - 31 August: 
    • Daily: 9:30 am - 5:30 pm
  • 1 September - 31 October:
    • Daily: 9:30 am - 5:00 pm

How to get there

  • Address: Africa Alive Zoological Reserve at Banham Zoo, Kenninghall Road, Banham, Norwich NR16 2HE, England, United Kingdom.
  • Nearest station: Norwich (then take bus route 37A towards East Harling at Castle Meadow bus stop).
  • By car: Banham Zoo is signposted off the A11 and A140 – Just follow the brown tourist signs.

Supplier information

This product is sold by VisitBritain Shop and provided by Africa Alive.

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From: £21.00

Upon booking you will receive instant order confirmations via email from VisitBritain Shop and from the supplier. The supplier’s email is your e-ticket. You can show it over your mobile phone or print it out to show when you arrive.

From
£21.00