How old do they get?
In the wild, Humboldt Penguins live to be 15 years old. In captivity, they can live to 30 years old.
Penguin Feeding Experience
- Visitor Experience Team
- 0113 218 1000
- [javascript protected email address]
Contact
Did you know?
A family affair
Our penguins are a family. We have mums, sisters and brothers who all live at Harewood.
Do they have names?
Yes! There's Geoff, Otto, Mr Otto, Mini, Spot, Beaky, Charlie and Olga.
Unfortunately, due to the Covid19 pandemic, we are unable to offer Penguin Feeding Experiences at this time. If you would like more information on the expereinces we can offer please click here
When will I be able to book a Penguin Feeding Expereince again?
When it is safe for us to do so and we are able to follow the Government social distance guidelines.
How do I book?
Booking is not currently available. Click here for the options we have available
Are there any restrictions?
Yes, there are some restrictions to this experience.
- Minimum age of 7 years of age.
- We can only allow 2 people at any one time within the enclosure.
- For children under the age of 10, a Penguin Feeding Experience cannot take place without a parent or guardian present.
- The enclosure is accessed via stairs so unfortunately, there is no wheelchair access at present.
- It can be slippery within the enclosure. We recommend that all visitors are steady on their feet and that they wear appropriate footwear.
