Fota Wildlife Park
Fota Wildlife Park in Cork is a special zoo and Ireland's premier wildlife attraction. In Fota Wildlife Park wherever possible they have chosen animals, which thrive in a free-range environment are allows to roam free, while mixed with other species and with us human visitors!
These species are also able to adjust to the Irish Climate. The animals themselves make the choice of seeking shelter when necessary.
In some cases, for example the giraffes, only a barrier separate visitors from the animals at this wildlife park but this is always unobtrusive and does not reduce the animal's quality of life.
In order to explain the responsibility for caring for the natural world, there are also courses in nature conservation for both primary and secondary schools. These conservation courses help students understand the effects of man on the natural world, and describe the actions that are necessary to prevent the loss of habitats and species.
During the school holidays Summer Camps, Safari Days and Activity Days around Easter and Halloween are organised for children. The emphasis is on enjoyment within the Wildlife Park.
They also run a family fundraising events, the main aim of the day is combining fun with conservation. There will be many activities organized, aimed at children and adults alike such as face painters, puppeteers, storytelling, sing-a-longs, music and other circus / amphibian themed events. Running throughout the day, Fotas Talks Presenters will be holding amphibian talks and displaying tadpoles, frogs and other creatures for the visitors to see and touch.
All courses and activities are based in Fota Wildlife Park's Education Centre and grounds and must be booked in advance.
Daily Events At Fota Wildlife Park
- Animal Feeds:
Most animals require feeding twice daily and you can see the wardens feeding them in the early morning and late afternoon.
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The Cheetah Run takes place at 16.00 each day
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Giraffe Crossing - 16.45
- Animal Talks:
Get all the information you need on your favourite animal hear expert Keepers talk about the animals in their care and conservation work being done for that species.
- Bison - 10.45
- Eagle - 11.30
- Macaque - 12.00
- Lar Gibbon - 12.30
- Penguin - 13.00
- Flamingo - 14.30
- Siamang Gibbon - 13.00
- Seal - 15.25
- Eagle - 16.30
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Birthday Parties At Fota Wildlife Park
If you would like to have the wildest birthday party in town, than have it at Fota Wildlife Park. Which is now available on Saturday's and Sunday's from September to March.
Parties booked at the Zoo include the following:
- Admission to Fota Wildlife Park for up to 15 children
- Free admission for two adults
- Special Larry the Lemur Birthday Invitations
- Dedicated Party Supervisor for 2 hours
- Reserved Decorated Party zone at the Oasis Cafe
- Kids Meal (Chips and Mineral with burger/chicken nuggets)
- Trip on tour train for all the party to and from the oasis cafe
- Personalised Tour of the Park/Storytelling
- Free Car Parking
Base Package: €225 (Members Rate: €200) is for 2 Adults & 15 Children
Additional children: €15 each
Additional adult non-members: €11.50 each
Additional adult members: FREE (must show membership card at gate)
Bookings:- For bookings and enquires contact Stephen Tel
Fota Wildlife Park Opening Times
- Monday-Saturday 10.00 - last admissions 15.30 gates locked 16.30
- Sundays 11.00 last admissions 15.30 gates locked 16.30
- They may make these changes due to daylight saving time.
Fota Wildlife Park Admission
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Adults €13.00
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Children (U16), Students, Seniors and Disabled €8.50.
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Family Ticket (2adults + up to 4 children) €56.00
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Toddlers up to 2 years of age FREE
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Wildlife Tour Train (one way) €1.00
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Wildlife Tour Train (round –trip ) €2.00
Group Admission To Fota Wildlife Park
- Group Prices (for parties of 20 people or more)
- Adults €11
- School-children (Primary and Secondary), Students, Seniors and Disabled €7
- Toddlers up to 2 years of age Free
(Special group rates for people in long-term residential care can be arranged on application in writing to the Wildlife Park office.)
Education Prices
For school groups, one teacher is allowed free with every 10 pupils. If your group intends to visit the restaurant please book in advance.
Fota Wildlife Park Car Park Charges
- Private Vehicles €3.00
- Tour Coaches FREE
Fota Wildlife Park Membership
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Conservation Membership - €155.00
- Park Membership - €100.00
Fota Wildlife Park Facilities
- Children's Play Areas
- Awacachi Tour Train
- Maxi Zoo Tour Train
- Fota Wildlife Park Jeep Safari
- Sheltered Huts
- Wheelchair Loan
- Parking
- Irish Rail Train Station
- Picnic and Rest Areas
- Serengeti Gift Shop
- Oasis Cafe
- First Aid
- Toilets, Disabled toilets, baby-changing facilities
- Credit cards: VISA MasterCard, Laser, Euro card
- Gift shop
Getting to Fota Wildlife Park Cork
FOTA Wildlife Park is situated 10km east of Cork City, just off the N25. Take the Cobh Road (R22). The entrance to the park is just before Belvelly Bridge. See Google Map at top of page.
There is a Direct Rail Service to FOTA Wildlife Park Station. Cork to Fota only 15 minutes. This train connects to intercity trains to Dublin. Visit www.irishrail.ie to view timetables.
The Wildlife Park is only 15 minutes from Cork Airport.
History Of Fota Wildlife Park
Ireland's Wildest Attraction, Fota Wildlife Park was opened in 1983 by the President of Ireland, Dr. Patrick Hillery, and is a joint project of the Zoological Society of Ireland and University College Cork. Fota Wildlife Park Ltd. is a non-profit organisation limited by guarantee, and is a registered charity. Any financial surpluses that the Park generates are reinvested in order to promote the company’s objectives of conservation, education and research. The park is currently one of the top ten visitor attractions in Ireland
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