February Half Term | Family Fun

february
half-term

saturday 14th -
Sunday 22nd
february

Zoo-per
Heroes

This February half-term, unleash your inner Zoo-per Hero at Africa Alive! The best part? KIDS GO FREE!

Use code KIDSGOFREE at checkout. Offer expires Friday 13th February 2026.

Book Tickets

Grab your cape, strike your best hero pose, and get ready for a wild day out at Africa Alive — packed with family fun, live entertainment, hands-on activities, keeper talks and unforgettable animal encounters, all included with zoo entry.

From super senses to lightning speed, stealthy camouflage to mighty strength, Africa’s animals are the real heroes — and this half term, they’re taking centre stage.

But that's not all! Meet the heroes, tackle heroic challenges, explore amazing habitats and discover the animal superpowers that help wildlife survive in the wild.

Perfect for little heroes, big kids, grown-ups and animal lovers of all ages. Adventure starts here — book your half-term escape today!

kIDS gO free

INDOOR ACTIVITIES
INCLUDED

Meet the heroes

rAINY DAY GUARANTEE

Kids Go Free

Don’t let anything hold you back this February half term, bring the family to Africa Alive and let little explorers run wild!

Use code KIDSGOFREE at checkout. Offer expires Friday 13th February 2026.

Book Tickets

new
for 2026

New shows, new characters, new challenges — and brand-new ways to experience Africa Alive this half term.

Meet the
Zoo-per
Heroes

Say hello to our heroic crew (and fan-favourite Reggie!) as they pop up across the zoo for roaming meet & greets, surprise encounters and photo-worthy moments throughout the day.

Keep your eyes peeled… you never know when a Zoo-per Hero might appear!

Discover Animal Superpowers

From speed and strength to camouflage and super senses, discover the real “powers” animals use every day — and learn how Africa Alive’s incredible wildlife survives and thrives in the wild.

NEW Superhero Academy Live Show

Get ready to clap, dance and laugh out loud in our high-energy Superhero Academy show. Expect big moves, bigger cheers, and plenty of audience moments as you warm up like a hero and help the characters save the day!

Hero Training:
Challenges & Games

Think you’ve got what it takes to become a Zoo-per Hero? Jump into fast, interactive games led by our Superhero Trainer — quick-fire challenges inspired by real African animal superpowers.

Test your cheetah speed, try meerkat teamwork, show off your bat-eared fox senses, and see if you’ve got the balance and bravery to earn your hero status!

HALF-TERM HEROES

All of your favourite activities are back — bigger, better and wilder than ever!

Whatever the weather decides to do, the adventure never stops at Africa Alive! With loads happening indoors and out, there’s fun for the whole family all day long.

jOIN THE
JUNIOR RANGERS

Join the Junior Rangers, and step behind the scenes to discover what it’s like to be a real zookeeper in this exclusive 60-minute hands-on experience! 60-minute group animal experience from just £15 per person. The perfect add-on to your WILD day.

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Zoo-per
keeper talks

Stop by our daily keeper talks and meet the real Zoo-per Heroes! Discover amazing animal superpowers, fun facts, and behind-the-scenes stories from our team.

Bat-eared
fox

Super hearing

Cheetah

Super speed

Meerkats

Venom resistance

Porcupines

Super
senses

Meet a Minibeast

Invisibility mode

Epic Photo
Moments

Strike your best superhero pose at dedicated photo spots across the zoo and capture unforgettable Zoo-per Hero memories to share with friends and family.

Dress-Up
Encouraged!

Capes, masks, superhero outfits — we want to see them all. Homemade or store-bought, dressing up makes the day even more magical (and the photos even better).

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