Event time
9:30 to 9:31Event date
23 May - 31 MaySaturday 23rd May - Sunday 31st May
The Ultimate Half Term Mission at Port Lympne! 🌿
This May Half Term, we’re turning your family day out into a mission for the planet. Celebrate our 50th Anniversary by stepping into the shoes of a conservationist. From Endangered Species Day to our iconic Spring Safaris, come and see why protecting the world’s most vulnerable wildlife takes much more than just a day.
INCLUDED WITH YOUR ADMISSION
Your Missions:
Guerilla Gardener
Become a protector of the wild! Join our hosted workshops to get your hands dirty making seed bombs. Take them home to start your own flowering project in your garden.
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Species Secrets (Audio Experience)
Ever wondered what the keepers know? Scan the exclusive QR codes at our endangered species enclosures to unlock 30-second "keeper secrets." Hear the inside stories of our residents and our global breeding successes.
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Secret Safari
Board our trucks for a Spring Safari like no other. Armed with a seasonal spotter’s guide and listening to spring-themed commentary, see if you can spot the newest arrivals to the Kentish savannah.
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- The Dinosaur Valley: Step back in time! The Dinosaur Trail is back in action—track down life-sized prehistoric giants.
- £7 Kids’ Lunch Box Deal: Great value fuel for little explorers.
- The Ice Cream Trike: Keep an eye out for our roving trike serving up local scoops and chilled treats across the reserve.
Worth the Journey This May!
Families travel from across the South East every school holiday - and for good reason!
With May school holiday dates varying across Kent, Essex and Sussex, our offer starts earlier so more families can join the adventure.
Whether you're 30 minutes away or making a full day trip, Port Lympne delivers:
- A full-day experience (not just a 1-hour activity)
- Safari included in your ticket
- 900+ animals across 90+ species
- Outdoor exploration perfect for energetic kids
- Cafés, picnic areas and family facilities
This is half term entertainment that truly feels special.
Celebrate 50 Years with Us
Port Lympne Reserve is home to the county’s only spectacled bears as well as gorillas, tigers, wolves, monkeys and many more endangered animals. 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 day out for all the family!
For half a century, Port Lympne has been a world leader in rewilding. This Half Term, every ticket purchased supports our mission to return animals to the wild.
WIN A CAR!
Your visit this May could put you in the driver's seat. Enter our 50th Anniversary competition on-site for a chance to win a brand-new car.
Stay
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 this Easter holiday 2026.
How will you stay?
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.
Feeding time
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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