Get hands-on with fascinating creatures like bearded dragons and giant African land snails during a VIP animal encounter at Plantasia Tropical Zoo in Swansea. Follow this immersive session with time to roam the vibrant indoor rainforest zoo for a family-friendly adventure.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
1.5–2 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for all fitness levels, including young children and seniors
Wildlife
History
Plantasia Swansea has provided tropical wildlife experiences to locals since the early 1980s, evolving into a modern indoor rainforest environment.
Conservation
Plantasia promotes sustainable care for exotic species while educating visitors on habitat preservation and responsible animal handling.
Plantasia Swansea
Get hands-on with fascinating creatures like bearded dragons and giant African land snails during a VIP animal encounter at Plantasia Tropical Zoo in Swansea. Follow this immersive session with time to roam the vibrant indoor rainforest zoo for a family-friendly adventure.
Plantasia Swansea is a tropical zoo and activity venue in Swansea, Wales, offering immersive animal encounters, interactive experiences, and family-friendly events. The venue houses a tropical rainforest environment with over 40 animal species, including reptiles, birds, and small mammals, presented across walk-through exhibits and specialist enclosures. Plantasia provides a range of bookable experiences: general admission to explore the rainforest at leisure; guided keeper sessions such as the Zoo Keeper Experience; VIP animal handling; crocodile feeding demonstrations at Fort Crox; and youth-focused events including birthday parties, Dinomania and seasonal Halloween trails.
In addition to animal encounters, Plantasia hosts Wales' largest themed escape rooms, the Jungle Escape series, where teams solve puzzles against a 60-minute clock. Educational offerings include the Silver Safari & Garden Adventure for visitors aged 50 and over, which combines animal viewing with gardening Q&A. Many experiences include unlimited same-day admission, guided interpretation by trained staff, and clear safety briefings for close-contact encounters.
Plantasia operates with licensed animal care, on-site trained keepers, and public health and safety measures appropriate to interactive exhibits. The venue is suitable for families, school groups, and special events, with catering available at the Canopy Cafe for parties. Located in Swansea, Plantasia is accessible to local and visiting audiences seeking a compact tropical zoo experience combined with hands-on activities and themed events. Bookings are available online for many experiences, with clear pricing, group options and accessibility information on the venue's official schedule to help visitors plan safe, informed visits and request support in advance.
Location
Swansea, Wales
Located in Swansea, Wales
Tours Offered
10 experiences
From zoo encounters to escape rooms
Animal Species
40+ species
Tropical zoo with diverse wildlife
Visit Flexibility
No time limit
Stay as long as desired on general admission
Check availability and book animal encounters, crocodile feeding, VIP sessions or Jungle Escape rooms to secure preferred times and create memorable family experiences.
Book in Advance
VIP Animal Encounters have limited availability—reserve your spot early to secure your preferred time.
Hand Hygiene Required
Wash your hands before and after handling animals to ensure safety for both visitors and creatures.
Wear Comfortable Clothing
Light layers are best as the tropical zoo environment is warm and humid year-round.
Suitable for Young Children
Children ages 2 and up can participate, making this a family-friendly introduction to wildlife.
Comfortable walking shoes
Ideal for navigating the indoor paths and keeping feet comfortable during the visit.
Light layers
Tropical zones inside are humid and warm; layers help regulate comfort when transitioning from outside.
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Hand sanitizer
Useful for maintaining hygiene before and after animal handling sessions.
Camera or smartphone
Capture close-up encounters and colorful rainforest settings.