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9:30 to 6:00Event date
24 May - 01 JunFamily Adventures Await This May Half Term
Get ready for a half term packed with adventure, wildlife, and unforgettable family memories at Port Lympne Hotel & Reserve – Kent’s award-winning wildlife destination.
From truck safaris through the Kentish wilderness to meeting our brand-new baby porcupine, there’s something exciting for every explorer in your crew!
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There's so much to see and do
Port Lympne Reserve is home to the county’s only spectacled bears as well as gorillas, tigers, wolves, monkeys and many more endangered animals. Step back in time when you enter Dinosaur Forest to meet life-sized prehistoric creatures lurking in the 3 acre woodland, or for some really wild half term activities check out our exciting animal encounters to make your visit even more special! The many restaurants, play areas, tranquil walkways and stunning views make Port Lympne Reserve the ideal half term day out for all the family!
Stay
Why let the adventure end at sunset? Make it a night to remember and book a magical family sleepover. Spend a wild night under canvas in an authentic safari tent, experience rustic charm in a cosy glamping pod, or enjoy a little luxury with wild neighbours at our historic lodges. The perfect staycation for adventurers of all ages.
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Dine
Take a break from exploring and enjoy your own feeding time! Enjoy a traditional afternoon tea in the historic mansion, grab a quick snack and a delicious coffee at our seasonal kiosks or discover tasty dishes with local wines and Kentish brews at our restaurants.
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Meet
Upgrade your adventure with an exciting Animal Encounter! Get even closer to your favourite animal, learn interesting facts, feed where possible and enjoy behind the scenes access as you immerse yourself in our amazing animal world. You'll be making memories and helping us save endangered animals at the same time!
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Sumatran Orangutan
Meet critically endangered Orangutan Brothers Hadjah & Malou. Spend some time watching these intelligent primates up close and learn about their playful personalities.
Hadjah and Malou have really settled in to their new home here at Port Lympne since arriving from Switzerland last year. When they're not snuggled together under a blanket, the brothers love to pit their wits against their keepers' attempts to outwit them with puzzle feeders and other enrichment items designed to encourage them to display their natural feeding behaviours.
We are so happy to offer Hadjah and Malou the sanctuary they deserve and we hope you enjoy visiting them as much as we enjoy caring for them.
