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.


Spring/Summer
Keeper for a Day - Duration 4 hrs
From 1st April to 30th September
Adult
Ages 16 and up
€220
The programme
8:00 a.m. Meet in front of the South entrance of ZooParc de Beauval (main entrance). Reception by a mediator and a mediator-caregiver.
- Explanations relating to the profession of caretaker, animal care, etc.
- Observations of large African herbivores, feeding and cleaning of enclosures
- Privileged encounter with an unknown animal from South America
- Creation and distribution of an enrichment for amazing primates of Madagascar
12:00 p.m. End of the activity. The group is accompanied by the mediator and mediator-keeper at the entrance to the ZooParc.
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!
Autumn/Winter
Keeper for a Day - Duration 4 hrs 15
From 1st October to 31st March
Adult
Ages 16 and up
€220
The programme
8:00 a.m. Participants are welcomed by a facilitator and a keeper-facilitator at the ZooParc North entrance (in front of the Equatorial Dome), who then present Beauval. (History, staff, the role of modern zoological parks, etc.).
- Explanations about what an animal keeper’s job entails, animal care…
- Visiting the building of common hippopotamus, feeding and cleaning
- Feeding and observing giant tortoises at The Equatorial Dome
- Creation and distribution of an enrichment for squirrel monkeys
- Feeding the penguins
12:00 p.m. End of the activity. Participants return to the ZooParc entrance accompanied by the facilitator.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Additional information
Tel: 0254 755 000 every day, 9 a.m to 7 p.m.
E-mail: centre.contact@zoobeauval.com
Need more information?
Payment by credit card or check