Embark on a Sunset Safari in the Capital at ZSL London Zoo

ZSL London Zoo launches brand new summer event for 2015

Every Friday from 5 June to 17 July 2015

Always wanted to glimpse a tiger prowling at twilight? Or dreamt of watching graceful giraffes as they settle down at dusk? ZSL London Zoo can make your dreams come true at its brand-new summer event; Sunset Safari.

Tickets go on sale today (12 March) for ZSL London Zoo's brand-new Sunset Safari, giving city-dwellers the chance to unwind and relax in the company of more than 750 incredible species from around the world.

Visitors can choose to embark on self-guided Safari Trails where they'll see the Zoo's magnificent animals and take in a packed programme of animal feeds and fascinating talks about the Zoo's animals.

For those who want to delve deeper into the wonders of the animal kingdom, limited places are available on Premium Guided Safari Tours.Premium tour guests will be led by an expert Safari Guide on an exploration of the Zoo, discovering fun facts about the Zoo's individual animals and picking up exclusive tips on spotting elusive species.

Mesmerising performances at the Zoo's Theatre of Life will enthral guests of all ages with entertaining insights into unique animal behaviours.

A visit to the Sunset Safari Conservation Station is a must, with ZSL's own conservationists, scientists and keepers sharing gripping tales from the field and revealing fascinating facts from the world of wildlife.

Feeding time is not just for the animals, and visitors will love wolfing down the delights on offer at the World Food Market where London's finest food vendors will be serving tantalising dishes from around the world.

As the sun sets visitors will be invited to relax at the Safari Base Camp, with an acoustic guitar performance providing an idyllic end to what promises to be an unforgettable evening.

The perfect way to start the weekend, Sunset Safari will run every Friday from 5th June until 17th July 2015 from 6:00pm to 10:00pm, with friends, couples, and families alike invited to experience the magic of the Zoo after-hours. Visit www.zsl.org/sunset-safari to book tickets now.

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Editors' Notes

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Sunset Safari – Dates and Tickets

Sunset Safaris are open to guests of all ages. They will take place over seven weeks, on every Friday from 5 June to the 17 July.

Dates:-

Friday 5 June

Friday 12 June

Friday 19 June

Friday 26 June

Friday 3 July

Friday 10 July

Friday 17 July

Tickets:-

Adult: £32.00

Child: £22.40

Group discounts are also available, visit www.zsl.org for full ticket prices and details.

Premium Guided Safari Tours

ZSL London Zoo will operate seven premium tours per evening, with a maximum capacity of 40 places per tour. Led by one of the Zoo's expert Safari Guides, with their in-depth knowledge of the individual animals, the Zoo and its worldwide conservation work, a premium guided tour is the ideal way to delve deeper into ZSL London Zoo's Sunset Safaris. Find out more at www.zsl.org

Food and Drink

Visitors can bring their own picnic and food to the Sunset Safaris, but no alcohol can be brought on to site. A huge range of food vendors will be at each Sunset Safari event, offering a huge variety of different foods to suit all guests.

The Sunset Safari Watering Hole will be serving drinks including soft drinks, hot chocolates, mocktails, and a limited range of alcoholic drinks. Guests wishing to purchase alcohol will need to provide photographic proof of ID and bag searches will be in operation on entry.

ZSL

Founded in 1826, the Zoological Society of London (ZSL) is an international scientific, conservation and educational charity whose mission is to promote and achieve the worldwide conservation of animals and their habitats. Our mission is realised through our ground-breaking science, our active conservation projects in more than 70 countries and our two Zoos, ZSL London Zoo and ZSL Whipsnade Zoo. For more information visitwww.zsl.org