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Big Cat Encounter

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Introduction:

feeding a tigerThis is a fantastic opportunity to join one of the professionals who look after big cats at the Wildlife Heritage Foundation Kent breeding centre. The centre is not open to the general public, therefore this is a truly rare opportunity for all those that love big cats. You may bring up to four guests for a minimum donation of £15 per person.

What´s included:

big cat encounterA guided tour of our site and a chance to discuss the conservation needs of cat species world–wide. The highlight of the experience wil be an opportunity to hand feed one of the cats. You will get up and really close to our animals but they will remain safely in our enclosures throughout the experience whilst you are only millimetres away from some of the most efficient killing machines on the planet. There will be an opportunity for a few photo momentos of the experience.

What will happen on the day:

staff with a tigerYour session will start with a safety briefing, very important when you are about to work with the world's top predators, followed by a short presentation on the work of WHF both in the UK and overseas.

Duration

2.5 Hours

Location

Smarden, Ashford, Kent

Availability

Because we are working with living animals and this is an outside experience, the programme will vary with season and time of day. Sessions are offered in the morning, afternoon and early evening May to September and daytime only for the rest of the year. Sessions are limited and subject to pre–booking and availability. Other terms and conditions apply. If you have special access needs please consult us before booking.