Please note: Winter Illuminations is still scheduled to go ahead this evening but we are closely monitoring the weather. Keep an eye on our socials for the latest. The park remains open during the day but some areas will be closed. For safety reasons the Christmas Fair will remain shut.

Animal Experiences in Yorkshire

Have you ever wondered what it’s like to be an animal ranger? Ever wanted to get up close and personal with a Meerkat, Monkey around with a Baboon, feed a Lion, a Tiger, or even a Polar Bear? Well, now you can, with Yorkshire Wildlife Park’s unique animal experiences! Enjoy these unforgettable animal encounters right here in Yorkshire!

Platinum Animal Experiences

Diving Polar Bear

Polar Bear Experience

  • Polar Bears

Our Polar Bear Experience is truly a fantastic and unique opportunity to get up close and personal with our Polar Bears!

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Amur Tiger Eyes

Carnivore Experience

  • Lions, Tigers, Leopards, Painted Dogs, Hyenas

Have you ever wanted to go behind the scenes at YWP, learn more about the animals, and get up close and personal with some of the most powerful and fascinating animals on the planet? The Carnivore Experience is just for you!

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Gold Animal Experiences

Drake the Amur Leopard (CR. David Roberts)

Leopard Experience

  • Leopards

Experience the thrill of getting to know one of the world’s most compelling and powerful mammals more intimately with our Leopard experience. 

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Giraffe (CR. Katy)

Giraffe Experience

  • Giraffes

The Giraffe experience is a fantastic opportunity to feed these truly magnificent African giants. If you love Giraffes, this is an experience not to be missed!

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Otter (CR. David Roberts)

Giant Otter Experience

  • Giant Otters

Meet our adorable Giant Otters on this unique and exclusive experience.

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Rhino Experience

  • Rhinos

Make memories for a lifetime with our Black Rhino Experience!

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African Lioness  (CR. David Roberts)

Lion Experience

  • Lions

The Lion experience is a fantastic opportunity to get up close and meet these iconic African giants. If you love big cats, this is an experience not to be missed!

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Amur Tiger

Tiger Experience

  • Tigers

Experience the thrill of getting to know one of the world’s most compelling and powerful mammals face to face with our Tiger experience. 

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Red Panda (CR. Kerry Coupe)

Red Panda Experience

  • Red Pandas

Meet our Red Pandas, prepare their favourite food, and explore the reserve!

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2021 06 04 2021Point Lobos Seal Lions Enjoying The Water 10 Dr Ywp

Sea Lion Experience

  • Sea Lions

Meet our amazing Californian Sea Lions and explore Point Lobos!

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Cheetah Experience

  • Cheetahs

Experience the thrill of getting close to the world’s fastest land mammal more intimately with our Cheetah experience.

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Silver Animal Experiences

Maned Wolf On The Prowl (1)

Atlantic Forest Experience

  • Bush Dogs, Maned Wolves, Tapir

Head behind the scenes on this unique experience, meet the Maned Wolves and feed the Tapirs!

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Baboon (CR. Liam Tattersall)

Monkeys of Africa Experience

  • Lemurs, Baboons, Gelada Monkeys, Roloway Monkeys

Meet five amazingly different primates of Africa on this ranger-guided private tour. 

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Howler Monkey In The Canopy (CR. David Roberts)

Monkeys of South America Experience

  • Howler Monkeys, Cotton-top Tamarins, Capybara, Red Titi Monkey, Golden Lion Tamarins, Silvery Marmoset

Discover some of the most awesome and bizarre animals that the continent has to offer, from Howler Monkeys to Cotton-top Tamarins!

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Bronze Animal Experiences

Lemur (CR. David Roberts)

Lemur Experience

  • Lemurs

Join our leaping Lemurs, as they scurry all around you during this amazing experience!

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Wallabies

Wallaby Experience

  • Wallabies

Come and meet our wonderful Wallabies, in an unforgettable experience for the whole family!

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Sandy Meerkat (CR. Will Hempworth)

Meerkats Experience

  • Meerkats

Discover Meerkat Manor as part of this exclusive 30-minute experience and come nose-to-nose with one of the most popular animals at the park!

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