Dates available from April 2026

Come and meet some of the biggest personalities at the zoo! This unique experience allows participants to get up close to our iconic brown bears. You will be invited behind the scenes to see how we have cared for bears since 2012 and get the opportunity to help our keepers feed our two current brown bear residents, Eso and Byara.

Please note that all experiences may need to be modified on the day to best support our animal’s health and welfare. Further information can be found in our Terms and Conditions below.

Age Restrictions: All participants must be aged 16+

Length: Participants will need to be at the experience meeting point 15 minutes before the scheduled start time on your chosen date. This experience  lasts approximately 20-30 minutes. Latecomers may have to have their experience modified at the discretion of the keepers.

What to wear: Please make sure you are wearing wellies as you will be required to use foot dips. A waterproof jacket is also recommended.

Can friends/family watch this experience? As this experience takes place behind the scenes there is no entry for friends/family included. Only those taking part in the experience will be permitted entry to behind-the-scenes brown bear facilities.

*Please read our terms and conditions before booking. Zoo entry is included for participants.