What is the closest town to Port Lympne?
Port Lympne is approximately 5 miles from the seaside town of Hythe and approximately 9 miles from Ashford in Kent. The park is situated over a combination of flat and hilly ground with a safari ride on reconditioned army trucks, plus a variety of walking zones. From a safari ride to some Kentish woodland walks, there are 600 acres of Port Lympne to keep you entertained throughout your day. As well as all the amazing animals, you’ll find play parks, our BIG attraction Dinosaur Forest, the Port Lympne Hotel gardens and more. You can also join in our FREE animal talks.Port Lympne’s sister park, Howletts is home to over 390 animals, including Kent’s only giant anteaters, the largest herd of African elephants in the UK, and more gorillas, leopards and monkeys than any zoo in the county!Howletts is the smaller and flatter of the parks at 90 acres and is therefore more accessible. Port Lympne lies in 600 acres of hilly terrain and as a result is quite steep in places. There are, however, selected routes suitable for wheelchair users. We recommend Howletts for our disabled visitors.About Port Lympne Safari Park Port Lympne Safari Park is not your average zoo – it’s a full-scale wildlife reserve where animals roam in expansive, naturalistic habitats. Come face to face with over 900 animals and more than 75 rare and endangered species.
Who owns Port Lympne?
Both Howletts and Port Lympne have been run by The Aspinall Foundation since 1984. Both Howletts and Port Lympne have been run by The Aspinall Foundation since 1984. The zoos are known for the encouragement of close personal relationships between staff and animals, for their breeding of rare and endangered species and for the deaths of keepers who have been killed by the animals in their care.
What do you wear to Port Lympne?
For your day at Port Lympne it is recommended to wear comfy footwear and bring waterproof clothing. The 600 acres of Kentish savannah are all outdoor walking routes. The nearest station to Port Lympne Wild Animal Park is Westenhanger, which is served by Southeastern services throughout the day. Simply walk south-east of the station for about 15 minutes, then take the 10 bus bound for Ashford. A day at Port Lympne Wild Animal Park is a great day out for all the family.There’s so much to see and do at port lympne reserve, we recommend around 3-5 hours to experience everything the 600 acre reserve has to offer from endangered animals, walks with stunning views and historic landscaped gardens to good food and even a little retail therapy in our gatehouse gift shop!Port Lympne Illuminated is open from 2pm. Port Lympne Illuminated tickets include access to the Reserve’s walking routes from 2pm, when you can visit the animals, explore Dinosaur Forest, enjoy the funfair and much more.Your ticket to Port Lympne includes a 45-minute truck safari through our stunning reserve. Hop aboard and spot Kent’s only spectacled bears, giraffes, water buffalo, herds of deer, and so many more incredible animals.
Are there overnight stays at Port Lympne?
Overnight stays at Port Lympne There’s a luxurious Lion Lodge, where you’ll be within roaring distance of – you guessed it – the lion enclosure. There’s a treehouse, a 4-star hotel, some family glamping pods, and even a cosy shepherd’s hut. About this experience In the woods of Port Lympne, you’ll spend one night in a glamping pod, equipped with heating, two single beds, a double futon and plenty of handy storage. Bedding is included, so you can travel light, and you’ll have access to communal toilets and shower rooms.
How long does it take to see Port Lympne?
There’s so much to see and do at Port Lympne Reserve, we recommend around 3-5 hours to experience everything the 600 acre reserve has to offer from endangered animals, walks with stunning views and historic landscaped gardens to good food and even a little retail therapy in our Gatehouse Gift Shop! You can easily reach Port Lympne Wild Animal Park by train. The nearest station to Port Lympne Wild Animal Park is Westenhanger, which is served by Southeastern services throughout the day.There’s so much to see and do at Port Lympne Reserve, we recommend around 3-5 hours to experience everything the 600 acre reserve has to offer from endangered animals, walks with stunning views and historic landscaped gardens to good food and even a little retail therapy in our Gatehouse Gift Shop!