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 March 21, 2026 to November 15, 2026
Keeper for a Day - Duration 4 hrs
From March 21 to November 15, 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!
Program from November 16, 2026 to March 19, 2027
Keeper for a Day - Duration 4 hrs
From November 16, 2026 to March 19, 2027
Adult
Ages 16 and up
€220
The programme*
8:00 a.m. Welcome and check-in at the North Entrance
- Help prepare meals for the animals in the Dome
- Visit the lions’ indoor facilities, create and place an enrichment activity in their outdoor enclosure, and watch them as they are released outside
- Discover the hippopotamus house and take part in a small feeding session with the common hippopotamuses
- Go behind the scenes of the Masters of the Skies show and enjoy an introduction to bird flight
- Meet the Aldabra giant tortoises
- Enjoy an exclusive close encounter with the manatees
12:00 p.m. End of the experience. The group will be escorted by our education team back to the meeting point at the North Entrance.
*This programme is provided for guidance only and may be modified due to weather conditions or for reasons related to animal welfare.
Free 1-day admission ticket. Cannot be combined with any other promotional offers.
Give this activity as a gift! Valid for 1 year. Remember to book your date!
Practical information
Additional information
Tel: 0254 755 000 every day, 9 a.m to 7 p.m.
E-mail: centre.contact@zoobeauval.com
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.
Renseignements complémentaires
Tél : 02 54 75 5000 tous les jours, de 9h à 19h.
E-mail : centre.contact@zoobeauval.com
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.
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.
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.
Online payment by credit card (Carte Bleue, Visa, Mastercard, American Express), Google Pay, Apple Pay and ANCV Connect holiday vouchers (digital version, via the Contact Center and the online ticket office).
Paper ANCV vouchers are accepted by phone only for stay bookings (with a minimum lead time of 15 days before the arrival date).
Payment in 3 or 4 instalments with ALMA is available for any ticket order between €50 and €3,000 on the online ticketing service or by phone.
Please refer to our terms and conditions for more information.
Your booking will be definitively validated upon receipt of payment.
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