In the shoes of an animal keeper
Discover what an animal keeper’s job entails! By becoming a Keeper for a Day, take part in the exciting missions of the ZooParc’s various sectors.
An unforgettable experience awaits you! Accompanied by a scientific facilitator and a keeper-facilitator, spend the morning getting as close as possible to Beauval’s animals.
Program from November 15, 2025 to March 20, 2026
Keeper for a Day - Duration 4 hrs
From November 15, 2025 to March 20, 2026
Adult
Ages 16 and up
€220
The programme*
8:00 a.m. Welcome of participants at the North Entrance
- Assistance with the preparation of meals for the Dome’s animals
- Visit to the lion building, creation and placement of enrichment in their outdoor enclosure
- Visit to the building and small feeding of the common hippopotamuses
- Behind-the-scenes discovery of the “Masters of the Air” and introduction to bird flight*
- Meeting with the Aldabra giant tortoises
- Privileged encounter with the manatees
12:00 p.m. End of the activity. The group is escorted by the guides back to the meeting point at the North Entrance.
*Program provided for information purposes only and subject to change depending on weather conditions or animal welfare requirements.
Billet 1 jour offert, non cumulable avec des offres en cours.
Give this activity as a gift! Valid for 1 year. Remember to book your date!
Program from March 21, 2026 to November 11, 2026
Keeper for a Day - Duration 4 hrs
From March 21 to November 11, 2026
Adult
Ages 16 and up
€220
The programme*
8:00 a.m. Welcome of participants on the forecourt of the South Entrance.
- Feeding of the coatis.
- Creation of enrichment for a felid or a hyenid.
- Creation of enrichment for a primate species.
- Visit to the giant panda building and participation in the keepers’ daily routine.
- Enrichment for the meerkats.
- Feeding of the giraffes.
12:00 p.m. End of the activity. The group is escorted by the guide back to the meeting point at the South Entrance.
*Program provided for information purposes only and subject to change depending on weather conditions or animal welfare requirements.
1-day ticket included, cannot be used in conjunction with other offers
Give this activity as a gift! Valid for 1 year. Remember to book your date!
Online payment by credit card only.
For payment by check, contact us on +33 2 54 75 5000.
Your booking will be definitively validated upon receipt of payment.
Practical information
How can I book?
On the website: https://billetterie.zoobeauval.com
If you do not have a credit card: contact us on 0254 755 000.Your booking will be definitively validated upon receipt of payment by check.
Additional information
Tel: 0254 755 000 every day, 9 a.m to 7 p.m.
E-mail: centre.contact@zoobeauval.com
Renseignements complémentaires
Tél : 02 54 75 5000 tous les jours, de 9h à 19h.
E-mail : centre.contact@zoobeauval.com
Stoppage of the activity
Each participant must strictly adhere to the safety instructions and the ZooParc de Beauval’s internal rules and regulations.
In the event of non-compliance with these instructions, the Management reserves the right to stop the activity at any time, without reimbursement.
Restrictions
These activities are reserved for adults aged 16 and older and take place in groups (six people maximum + 1 scientific facilitator + 1 keeper-facilitator).
These activities are strongly advised against for pregnant women and immunocompromised individuals. These activities require moving around in some spaces that are difficult to access: good physical condition is essential.
The programme is published for information purposes only. It is subject to change between your date of purchase and your date of participation in the activity. It may also be modified according to weather conditions or for reasons related to the well-being of our animals.
Dogs are not permitted while participating in this activity, thank you for your understanding.
The activities and gift vouchers are neither exchangeable nor refundable. If you have any questions, contact us on 0254 755 000 or centre.contact@zoobeauval.com.
What can I bring on the day of the activity?
Don’t hesitate to bring a camera if you wish to take photos as a souvenir of your activity. Participants remain responsible for any such items.
Make sure you bring wellington boots and clothing that is appropriate for working with animals.
How do I use my gift voucher?
- Go to the web page for the activity for which you have a gift voucher.
- Select your desired time slot.
- Pay with your gift voucher in the field provided.
Need more information?
Payment by credit card or check
