VIP animal experiences

All VIP experiences include day tickets

Get closer than ever before with Longleat’s unforgettable VIP Animal Experiences, a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity designed for guests aged eight and above. Step behind the scenes and enjoy exclusive access to our most iconic residents, from big cats to red pandas, all alongside our expert keepers.

Whether you're treating yourself, surprising someone special, or planning a memorable group day out, our VIP experiences make the perfect gift. Want to make it even more special? Add a VIP goody bag to collect on the day as a lasting memento of your wild adventure.

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Family Farmyard VIP experience

  • Get up close and personal with the animals of Family Farmyard for an unrivalled behind the scenes, hands on experience.
  • Company, knowledge and experience of a dedicated keeper
  • For groups of up to 6 people. No age limit, groups with preschool and young children are welcome to participate.

£250 - £350 per group

Includes complimentary Day Tickets

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Wolf and Hyena Feeding VIP experience

  • Join the chase as you board the feeding wagon and get pursued by our hungry wolf pack  
  • Face the hyenas in an up close encounter where you’ll throw chunks to the clan  
  • Includes VIP perks and a souvenir guidebook to remember your visit. 

£250pp

Includes a complimentary Day Ticket

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Wolf and Hyena VIP experience

  • Step into the wild with a close-up encounter with our Grey European Wolves    
  • Meet the hyenas at an exclusive viewing area just a fence away  
  • Includes VIP perks and a souvenir guidebook to remember your visit. 

£125pp

Includes a complimentary Day Ticket

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Bronze VIP Safari Tour

  • Ride in style on a two hour guided safari in Longleat’s iconic zebra-print 4x4.  
  • Get closer than ever to rhinos, lions, giraffes and more, with insights from your personal ranger  
  • Includes VIP perks and a souvenir guidebook to remember your visit. 

£125pp

Includes a complimentary Day Ticket

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Koala Creek VIP Tour

  • Enjoy exclusive early access to Koala Creek, home to England’s only koalas and Ellie the wombat.  
  • Step inside the enclosure for an unforgettable close-up view, guided by an expert keeper.  
  • Includes VIP perks, and a souvenir guidebook to remember your visit. 

£175pp

Includes a complimentary Day Ticket

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Lion VIP Experience 

  • Get unparalleled access to our majestic lions with a dedicated big cat keeper.  
  • Experience exclusive off-show areas to observe these powerful cats up close.  
  • Includes VIP perks and a souvenir guidebook to remember your visit. 

£115pp

Includes a complimentary Day Ticket

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