Looking for a truly unforgettable half term animal experience in Essex? Step into our tropical indoor sanctuary and discover the magic of GTKA’s famous 1-hour animal handling show—where every ticket comes with a FREE return visit! 

What’s Included?

️ All-day sanctuary entry: Arrive early or stay late—your ticket lets you explore our immersive, fully indoor paradise before and after the show.  

Exclusive 1-hour animal handling show: Hosted in our vibrant party cave, for a close-up, hands-on interactive experience.  

Meet & hold up to 10 rescued animals: From adorable furries and cheeky reptiles to exotic creatures and fascinating insects—each with their own rescue story and personality!  

️ FREE return visit: Every guest receives a complimentary pass for another day out at the sanctuary.  

Price: Just £25 per person!  

Only 28 seats available per session

Why Choose Our Animal Handling Experience? 

  All our animals are rescued ex-pets who grew up with people and genuinely love meeting new friends—just as much as we love introducing them!  

Every encounter is hands-on, personal, and designed to educate and inspire curiosity and compassion.  

Our venue is fully accessible and wheelchair-friendly—everyone’s welcome.  

GTKA is the UK’s only fully indoor, interactive exotic animal sanctuary open to the public under a zoo licence.

Essential Info

  Dates: Monday 16th – Friday 20th February 2026  

️ Show Times: 11am & 2pm daily – check our live online calendar for availability.  

Location: Forest Lodge Commercial Complex, Epping Rd, Epping, Essex, CM16 5HW