Porcupine Encounter at Hamilton Zoo
Prepare for an extraordinary adventure as you uncover the enigmatic world of the cape porcupine at Hamilton Zoo. This close encounter promises a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to connect with one of the animal kingdom's most unique inhabitants. Led by our expert carnivore keepers, delve into the fascinating lives of cape porcupines like never before. Whether you're a wildlife enthusiast or simply curious about these intriguing animals, this experience promises to be both educational and unforgettable.
The Porcupine Encounter is currently unavailable. We appreciate your understanding and look forward to welcoming you back to enjoy this experience in the future.
Understanding our animal-first approach
At Hamilton Zoo, our top priority is the well-being of our animals. Due to their natural behaviours and needs, we don't have a consistent schedule for Animal Encounters. These experiences are animal-led, allowing our animals to participate voluntarily, and ensuring they remain happy and healthy.
Thank you for understanding and supporting our commitment to animal welfare.
General information
Admission to Hamilton Zoo is not included in the Animal Encounter ticket price and will need to be purchased in addition.
All participants must wear flat, fully enclosed footwear.
Every Animal Encounter is unique, and the amount of interaction will be led by the animals themselves to ensure their welfare.
All participants must be over the age of 7 years old. All children 15 years of age and under must have an accompanying adult (booked and paid) with them on the Animal Encounter. There must be at least one adult per every three children.
The Animal Encounter lasts approximately 30 minutes overall with a maximum capacity of 4 people. You'll be in close proximity to the animal for a minimum of 15 minutes.
Please read our full terms and conditions before booking.
How to purchase a Porcupine Encounter as a gift
If you’d like to gift an Animal Encounter but aren’t ready to book a specific date, purchase a gift voucher instead. Simply enter the value of the encounter as the voucher amount in the 'choose your own value' field and complete your payment. Once done, you’ll receive a gift voucher that you can either print out or send directly to the recipient via email.
Please note: Admission to Hamilton Zoo is not included in the Animal Encounter ticket price and will need to be purchased in addition. For more details, see our full terms and conditions.
The Porcupine Encounter is currently unavailable.