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Plantasia offers a wide range of activities and events all year round. Many of these have limited capacities so book early to avoid disappointment.

FREE Silver Safari & Garden Adventure

For those aged 50+ only
Age 50+? Join us for your FREE Silver Safari & Garden Adventure, an immersive 90-minute experience led by both an expert zookeeper and gardener.
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Explore our tropical rainforest zoo, where you’ll get up close and personal with many of the 40+ species of animals housed within. Learn fascinating facts about these creatures and their habitats.
The adventure continues as you delve into our collection of exotic plants. Our gardening team will guide you through the lush greenery, sharing insights into the diverse flora that thrives in our tropical environment. You’ll also have the opportunity to participate in a ‘Gardeners’ Question Time’, where you can ask our experts about plant care, gardening tips, and more.The tour concludes with a relaxing social time in our Canopy Café. Enjoy a complimentary drink and snack while you unwind and chat with fellow explorers.

2025 dates: Tickets for all of our current 2025 dates have sold out. If you have booked and are unable to attend, please let us know so that the space can be offered to someone else.

22nd January | 29th January | 5th February | 12th February

This project is funded by the UK government through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund.
The UK Shared Prosperity Fund is a central pillar of the UK government’s Levelling Up agenda and provides £2.6 billion of funding for local investment by March 2025. The Fund aims to improve pride in place and increase life chances across the UK, investing in communities and place, supporting local business, and people and skills.
For more information, visit https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/uk-shared-prosperity-fund-prospectus

LOVE YOUR ZOO

A celebration of our love for animals

Celebrate love at Plantasia Tropical Zoo this Valentine’s season! 💗

From 8th–14th February, join us in sharing the love with our incredible animals. With no extra charge on top of your general admission ticket, you can:

💌 Design and make a Valentine’s card for your favourite animal
📮 Post your card in our Ani-Mail Box—we’ll even read them to our animals!
🌴 Spend time exploring our lush tropical rainforest and adoring our amazing creatures
🫶 Show your love by purchasing an animal adoption pack to support their care
🐦 Take part in our Love Birds special trail for just £1 per person—can you answer all our zoo-themed questions?

Spread the love and make magical memories with us this February! ❤️

We’re delighted to confirm that Annual passes, Golden Tickets, other free tickets and corporate discounts can be used for this event.

ENCHANTED TALES IN THE JUNGLE

A magical day with animals and princesses!

📖 Spellbinding Sing-along Adventures:
Step into a world of imagination as the princess characters from Glass Slipper Events bring magical tales to life through song, set against the backdrop of our lush tropical jungle. Let the stories whisk you away to lands of wonder and excitement!

📸 Meet the Storybook Characters:
After the sing-along, meet our enchanting characters in person! Snap a magical photo and make memories to treasure forever.

🐾 Discover Wild Treasures:
Wander through Plantasia Tropical Zoo and encounter 40+ incredible species, from mischievous meerkats to slithering snakes. Explore our tropical paradise and uncover the magic of nature.

🔍 Adventure Trail and Prizes:
Embark on an enchanting jungle quest for the chance to win a special prize! Perfect for adventurers of all ages.

🗓️ Event Details:
Date: Saturday, 15th February
Time: 10 am – 5 pm (Last entry at 4 pm)
Location: Plantasia Tropical Zoo, Swansea

🎟️ Online Admission:

  • Adults (16yrs +): £8.95
  • Children (2 – 15yrs): £8.95
  • Toddlers (0-1 yrs): FREE
  • Concessions: £6.95
  • Family of 4 (2 Adults & 2 Children or 1 Adult & 3 Children): £34.50
  • Family of 5 (2 Adults & 2 Children or 1 Adult & 4 Children) £40.75
  • Carer: FREE

Platinum, Gold & Student annual memberships can be used for this event.

Silver memberships and valid 2024 annual passes will be required to pay a supplemental fee

Golden tickets, or other discounted / free tickets are not valid.

🌴 Join us for a day of wild adventures and enchanting tales in the heart of the jungle!

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HAPPY BIRTHDAY PLANTASIA TROPICAL ZOO!

A 35 year celebration of our tropical zoo

Get ready to party at Plantasia Tropical Zoo! 🎉

From Saturday 22nd to Friday 28th February we’re celebrating 35 wild and wonderful years of bringing the jungle to life! 🦜🌿

There’s no extra charge on top of general admission, so come and join the fun with:

🎨 Birthday card crafts to create your masterpiece
🌴 A themed jungle trail with the chance to win an exciting prize
🎁 A free gift for every* child (*subject to availability)

Celebrate with us and discover the magic of wildlife conservation in our tropical paradise! 🥳

We’re delighthed to confirm that all Annual passes, Golden Tickets and other free/discounted tickets can be used for this event.

DYDD GWYL DEWI HAPUS!

Happy St David's Day! A celebration of all things Welsh

Celebrate St David’s Day with us at Plantasia Tropical Zoo! 🐉🏴

On Saturday 1st March, the zoo will come alive with even more dual-language signs and Welsh icons in a celebration of Wales and all things Welsh. There’s no extra cost on top of your general admission, so join us for:

🐉 Fascinating facts about Plantasia’s very own ‘dragons’
🏴 Fun learning Welsh words and phrases
🐊 A chance to get up close with Wales’ only crocodile feeding experience!
🔓 Discovering the world’s BIGGEST 60-minute escape game—right here in Wales!

Dress up in your traditional Welsh costume and snap a selfie at our Go Wild wall using our fun Welsh-themed props and costumes—the perfect St David’s Day photo opportunity! 📸

Don’t miss this uniquely Welsh adventure! 🎉

We’re delighted to confirm that all valid Annual passes, Golden Tickets and other free/discounted tickets can be used for this event.

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Dinomania & the Giants of the Past

As seen on Britain's Got Talent

Travel back in time to when dinosaurs ruled the jungle! 🌿 🦖

In 2025, Dinomania returns to Plantasia Tropical Zoo with special dates to experience the prehistoric age like never before! Marvel at giant and baby replicas of incredible dinosaurs… and through the magic of AR, bring Plantasia’s very own Giants of the Past back to life right before your eyes. 🦕✨

It’s a fun-filled adventure for the whole family! Explore our tropical zoo, home to amazing animals, and discover the connections between these prehistoric creatures and their modern-day relatives.

Dinomania 2025 Dates: 

Saturday 11th January

Saturday 15th March

Saturday 12th July

Saturday 15th November

Please note that this event carries a higher ticket price than our normal general admission days.

Golden tickets, discounted tickets and other free tickets cannot be used on this day.

Gold & Platinum annual memberships can be used.

Silver annual memberships, and Annual passes purchased in 2024 will need to pay a supplemental fee.

HAPPY MOTHER'S DAY

Treat Mam to a special weekend at Plantasia Tropical Zoo

Celebrate Mother’s Day at Plantasia Tropical Zoo! 🌺

On Saturday 29th & Sunday 30th March, treat Mam to the magic of the jungle for FREE* when you book tickets online using the promo code MAMRULES.

Enjoy a fantastical day exploring our tropical paradise, complete with:
🎨 Mother’s Day card-making crafts
🍸 Gin tasting sessions for adults (18+)
🐾 Fascinating animal talks from our zookeeper team throughout the day

Terms and conditions apply: A child ticket must be purchased with every free Mother’s Day ticket. This offer cannot be combined with other discounts and only applies to online bookings for these dates.

Make it a Mother’s Day to remember—book now! 💕

HOPPY EVER AFTER!

An Easter egg-stravaganza every bunny will love!

🐰 Meet Rapunzel and the Easter Bunny:
Hop into the Easter spirit with a magical meet-and-greet! Snap photos with Glass Slipper Events’ Rapunzel and the Easter Bunny, or try our fun photo kiosk experience to capture the perfect memory.

🎶 Live Balcony Performances:
Delight in Rapunzel’s enchanting songs as she performs from the tree-house balcony at half past every hour. Her beautiful voice will bring a touch of magic to your day!

🔍 Easter Trail and Prizes:
Embark on an egg-citing Easter trail through our tropical jungle. Solve clues and complete challenges for your chance to win a special prize!

🎨 Colouring-In Fun:
Get creative in the Grow Your Imagination room, where kids can enjoy Easter-themed colouring sessions until 3pm.

🐾 Explore the Zoo:
Your ticket includes general admission to Plantasia Tropical Zoo, where you can meet over 40 incredible species, from colourful birds to curious reptiles. Stay and explore for as long as you wish!

🗓️ Event Details:
Date: Saturday, 19th April
Time: 10 am – 5 pm (Last entry at 4 pm)
Location: Plantasia Tropical Zoo, Swansea

🎟️ Online Admission:

  • Adults (16yrs +): £8.95
  • Children (2 – 15yrs): £8.95
  • Toddlers (0-1 yrs): FREE
  • Concessions: £6.95
  • Family of 4 (2 Adults & 2 Children or 1 Adult & 3 Children): £34.50
  • Family of 5 (2 Adults & 2 Children or 1 Adult & 4 Children) £40.75
  • Carer: FREE

Platinum, Gold & Student annual memberships can be used for this event.

Silver memberships and valid 2024 annual passes will be required to pay a supplemental fee

Golden tickets, or other discounted / free tickets are not valid.

  • SCHOOL'S ECO COMPETITION

PLANTASIA IN BLOOM

our annual recycling focused competition for schools and community groups

Plantasia in Bloom is our annual recycling focused competition for schools and community groups.

Last year’s competition in May 2024 was proudly supported by Swansea University.

Participants gather together items that can be recycled, and turn them into beautiful blooms which will be displayed around or zoo, for their chance to win the following titles and prizes 💮

Best School or Group 🏆 In 2024 £200 worth of Amazon vouchers were generously donated by Swansea University for the winner of this prize: Christchurch Primary School.

Best in Bloom🏆In 2024 Workshops at Plantasia Tropical Zoo we’re provided for the winner of this prize: Ysgol Gynradd Gymraeg Y Login Fach.

🗓️ Next Event Details:
Date: Saturday, 24th May – Sunday 1st June 2025
Time: 10 am – 5 pm (Last entry at 4 pm)
Location: Plantasia Tropical Zoo, Swansea

The participants information pack will be added here shortly for schools and community groups wishing to take part in Plantasia in Bloom 2025.

As a visitor during the May school holidays, you will be able to enjoy discovering these creative blooms on your journey around our zoo. You’ll also be given a voting slip to let us know your favourite.

Visitor votes count towards 50% of the overall votes to select the winners!

Note: Annual passes/memberships, Golden tickets, discounted, and other free tickets can be used for this event🎟️

TIDES & TALES

A tropical adventure with Moana & Ariel!

🧜‍♀️ Magical Meet-and-Greets:
Join Moana and Ariel from Glass Slipper Events for an unforgettable day of tropical storytelling and seaside charm! Meet these iconic characters and capture magical moments with your own photos or try our fun photo kiosk experience.

🎶 Live Performances:
Be enchanted as Ariel and Moana take turns singing their signature songs from the tree-house balcony. Performances happen at half past every hour, bringing the magic of the sea and the islands to life!

🔍 Ocean Adventure Trail:
Embark on a themed trail through the zoo, solving fun clues to win a special prize. Perfect for young adventurers and budding ocean explorers!

🎨 Creative Sessions:
Let imaginations flow with sea-themed colouring activities in the Grow Your Imagination room, available until 3pm.

🐾 Explore the Wild:
Your ticket includes general admission to Plantasia Tropical Zoo, where you can discover over 40 incredible species in a lush tropical setting. Stay as long as you wish and enjoy a day full of fun and discovery.

🗓️ Event Details:
Date: Friday, 26th July
Time: 10 am – 5 pm (Last entry at 4 pm)
Location: Plantasia Tropical Zoo, Swansea

🎟️ Online Admission:

  • Adults (16yrs +): £8.95
  • Children (2 – 15yrs): £8.95
  • Toddlers (0-1 yrs): FREE
  • Concessions: £6.95
  • Family of 4 (2 Adults & 2 Children or 1 Adult & 3 Children): £34.50
  • Family of 5 (2 Adults & 3 Children or 1 Adult & 4 Children): £40.75
  • Carer: FREE

Platinum, Gold & Student annual memberships can be used for this event.
Silver memberships and valid 2024 annual passes will be required to pay a supplemental fee.
Golden tickets, or other discounted/free tickets, are not valid.

🌴 Make waves this summer and join us for a day of adventure and enchantment at Tides & Tales! Book your tickets online now! 🌟

 

POP STAR PARTY!

🎤 Sing. Dance. Shine like a Star!🎶

Meet the ‘Swifty’ Sound-Alike:
Join us for an electrifying day of pop music and fun! Meet the fabulous ‘Swifty’ sound-alike from Glass Slipper Events, snap unforgettable photos, and enjoy the ultimate pop star experience. Don’t forget to try our photo kiosk to capture the glitz and glamour!

🎶 Live Performances:
Sing along to the greatest hits as our sound-alike performs from the tree-house balcony at half past every hour. Get ready to shake it off and party like a pop star!

🔍 Superstar Trail and Prizes:
Embark on an dazzling trail through the zoo, solve exciting clues, and win a fabulous prize fit for a star!

🎨 Creative Pop Art Fun:
Channel your inner artist with music-themed colouring sessions in the Grow Your Imagination room, open until 3pm.

🐾 Explore the Zoo:
Your ticket also includes general admission to Plantasia Tropical Zoo, where you can meet over 40 incredible species. Stay and explore as long as you like – the jungle is your stage!

🗓️ Event Details:
Date: Saturday, 28th August
Time: 10 am – 5 pm (Last entry at 4 pm)
Location: Plantasia Tropical Zoo, Swansea

🎟️ Online Admission:

  • Adults (16yrs +): £8.95
  • Children (2 – 15yrs): £8.95
  • Toddlers (0-1 yrs): FREE
  • Concessions: £6.95
  • Family of 4 (2 Adults & 2 Children or 1 Adult & 3 Children): £34.50
  • Family of 5 (2 Adults & 3 Children or 1 Adult & 4 Children): £40.75
  • Carer: FREE

Platinum, Gold & Student annual memberships can be used for this event.
Silver memberships and valid 2024 annual passes will be required to pay a supplemental fee.
Golden tickets, or other discounted/free tickets, are not valid.

🌴 Get ready to sing, dance, and party your heart out at Plantasia Tropical Zoo’s Pop Star Party! Book your tickets online now! 🎤✨

SPRINKLES OF PIXIE DUST

Discover the Magic, Believe in the Wonder!

🌟 Meet Tinkerbell and Rosetta:
Step into a world of enchantment as you meet the delightful Tinkerbell and Rosetta fairies from Glass Slipper Events! Snap your own magical photos or capture the moment with our fun photo kiosk experience.

🎶 Live Fairy Performances:
Be charmed by Tinkerbell and Rosetta as they sing their whimsical songs from the tree-house balcony at half past every hour. Their magical melodies will have you believing in fairies!

🔍 Fairy Trail and Prizes:
Embark on a pixie-perfect trail through the zoo, uncovering hidden treasures for the chance to win a special prize!

🎨 Fairy Crafts & Creativity:
Create your own fairy-tale magic with colouring sessions in the Grow Your Imagination room, open until 3pm.

🐾 Explore the Wild Wonders:
Your ticket includes general admission to Plantasia Tropical Zoo, home to over 40 fascinating species. Wander through our lush jungle and enjoy a day filled with wonder.

🗓️ Event Details:
Date: Saturday, 27th September
Time: 10 am – 5 pm (Last entry at 4 pm)
Location: Plantasia Tropical Zoo, Swansea

🎟️ Online Admission:

  • Adults (16yrs +): £8.95
  • Children (2 – 15yrs): £8.95
  • Toddlers (0-1 yrs): FREE
  • Concessions: £6.95
  • Family of 4 (2 Adults & 2 Children or 1 Adult & 3 Children): £34.50
  • Family of 5 (2 Adults & 3 Children or 1 Adult & 4 Children): £40.75
  • Carer: FREE

Platinum, Gold & Student annual memberships can be used for this event.
Silver memberships and valid 2024 annual passes will be required to pay a supplemental fee.
Golden tickets, or other discounted/free tickets, are not valid.

🌸 Let your imagination soar and join us for a day of fairy-tale magic at Sprinkles of Pixie Dust! Book your tickets online today! 🧚✨

PUMPKINS & PATCHWORK

A Halloween Tale

🌟 Meet the Pumpkin King and Patchwork Doll:
Step into the spooky world of Halloween with our Pumpkin King and Patchwork Doll characters from Glass Slipper Events! Pose for eerie and enchanting photos with your own camera or use our interactive photo kiosk for a spooky souvenir.

🎶 Chilling Balcony Performances:
Be captivated as the Pumpkin King and Patchwork Doll perform hauntingly beautiful songs from the tree-house balcony at half past every hour. Perfect for setting the Halloween mood!

🔍 Spooky Trail and Prizes:
Embark on a haunting Halloween trail through the zoo, solving eerie clues for the chance to win a fang-tastic prize! Fun for witches, ghouls, and little monsters alike.

🎨 Creepy Crafts:
Let your spooky creativity shine with Halloween-themed colouring sessions in the Grow Your Imagination room.

🐾 Explore the Wild Side:
Your ticket includes general admission to Plantasia Tropical Zoo, where you can discover over 40 fascinating species in a tropical jungle setting. A perfect Halloween twist to your visit!

🗓️ Event Details:
Date: Friday, 31st October
Time: 10 am – 5 pm (Last entry at 4 pm)
Location: Plantasia Tropical Zoo, Swansea

🎟️ Online Admission:

  • Adults (16yrs +): £8.95
  • Children (2 – 15yrs): £8.95
  • Toddlers (0-1 yrs): FREE
  • Concessions: £6.95
  • Family of 4 (2 Adults & 2 Children or 1 Adult & 3 Children): £34.50
  • Family of 5 (2 Adults & 3 Children or 1 Adult & 4 Children): £40.75
  • Carer: FREE

Platinum, Gold & Student annual memberships can be used for this event.
Silver memberships and valid 2024 annual passes will be required to pay a supplemental fee.
Golden tickets, or other discounted/free tickets, are not valid.

🎃 Celebrate Halloween in style and join us for a frightfully fun day with Pumpkins and Patchwork! Book your tickets online now! 👻✨

FROZEN FESTIVITIES IN SANTA'S WORKSHOP

✨ Where Winter Magic Meets Christmas Cheer! 🎁

🌟 Step into Santa’s Workshop:
Experience the magic of Christmas in our exclusive, closed-door event! Join Ana and Elas for a magical hour filled with festive fun, music, and laughter in the Grow Your Imagination room.

🎶 Sing Along with Ana and Elas:
Kids will love singing their favourite wintery tunes alongside Ana and Elas, spreading Christmas cheer with every note.

📸 Magical Photo Moments:
Capture the magic as Ana and Elas pose for photos with the little ones, creating festive memories to treasure forever.

🎁 A Special Christmas Gift:
Every paying child will receive a festive gift to take home, adding an extra sprinkle of holiday magic to their day.

🐾 Explore the Wild Jungle:
Your ticket also includes general admission to Plantasia Tropical Zoo, where you can discover over 40 incredible species and enjoy a tropical escape this Christmas.

🗓️ Event Details:
Dates: Saturday, 20th & Sunday, 21st December
Times: Multiple 1-hour sessions throughout the day (10 am – 5 pm, last entry at 4 pm)
Location: Plantasia Tropical Zoo, Swansea

🎟️ Online Admission:

  • Adults (16yrs +): £8.95
  • Children (2 – 15yrs): £12.95 (includes a gift)
  • Toddlers (0-1 yrs): £6.95 (includes a gift)
  • Concessions: £6.95
  • Family of 4 (2 Adults & 2 Children or 1 Adult & 3 Children): £39.50
  • Family of 5 (2 Adults & 3 Children or 1 Adult & 4 Children): £48.50
  • Carer: FREE

Platinum, Gold & Student annual memberships can be used for this event.
Silver memberships and valid 2024 annual passes will be required to pay a supplemental fee.
Golden tickets, or other discounted/free tickets, are not valid.

🎄 Make this Christmas unforgettable with Frozen Festivities in Santa’s Workshop! Book your tickets online now for a magical winter adventure! ❄️🎅

IN PARTNERSHIP WITH NATIONAL MUSEUM WALES

Wallace: The forgotten evolutionist

A celebration of ALFRED RUSSEL WALLACE:

Wallace was many things – an intrepid explorer, a brilliant naturalist, a social activist, a political commentator – overall a remarkable intellectual. In his time he collected over 125,000 animal specimens, published more than 800 articles and wrote 22 books

Plantasia Tropical Zoo’s treehouse has been transformed into a fabulous representation of Alfred Russel Wallace’s jungle research hut in the Amazon Rainforest. Featuring storyboards with fascinating tales of his life and discoveries, explorer artefacts and a dress-up area.

Access to the exhibition is included with General Admission Please be aware that access will be restricted weekdays between 10am-2pm when in use by school groups

NAS Swansea Quiet Hour

Regular Autism Quiet Hours in partnership with the National Autistic Society Swansea

We are honoured to work with NAS Swansea on a regular basis to deliver suitable Quiet Hour events at Plantasia Tropical Zoo.

NAS Swansea Branch is a volunteer-led charity supporting autistic people and their families in and around Swansea. They organise different events and activities for autistic people and their families / carers which are run across the area and include coffee mornings, autism courses and workshops, understanding autism talks for businesses, organisations and charities, all-year-round autism events, and much more.

For further information, or to book on to one of these sessions, please contact NAS Swansea via their Facebook page

InclusAbility Swansea

Special out of hours events that are inclusive for all

InclusAbility is a community interest organisation that run a number a family day trips to wonderful places throughout the year that are inclusive of all!

We are delighted to welcome their members for special events at Plantasia Tropical Zoo.

Please message InclusAbility Swansea via their Facebook page for further details.