Whipsnade Zoo offers a unique and exciting party experience for kids with their Hullabazoo Private Hire option. This package includes exclusive access to the zoo’s indoor play area, Hullabazoo, for a two-hour party session, allowing children to explore and enjoy the soft play equipment in a private setting.
Hullabazoo Private Hire: The Ultimate Kids Party Destination
The Hullabazoo Private Hire package at Whipsnade Zoo provides a fantastic opportunity for children to celebrate their special day in a truly unique and memorable way. Here’s what the package includes:
- Exclusive Access: The party guests will have exclusive access to the Hullabazoo Indoor Play area for a two-hour session, either from 3 pm to 5 pm (off-peak) or 4 pm to 6 pm (peak).
- Capacity: The maximum number of children allowed is 60, with a total of 150 people, including adults.
- Age Limit: Children must be aged 10 years and below to use the Hullabazoo equipment.
- Refreshments: Unlimited squash is provided for the children, but the party organizer must provide any additional food and drinks.
- Setup and Access: The party organizer is allowed access 30 minutes before the party to set up, and the guests will have access to the zoo 15 minutes before the party starts.
- Decorations: Decorations are allowed, but the use of blue tack is not permitted, and helium balloons are not allowed in the zoo.
Hullaba-Snooze: A Unique Sleepover Experience
In addition to the Hullabazoo Private Hire, Whipsnade Zoo also offers a Kids Soft Play Sleepover experience called Hullaba-Snooze. This unique opportunity allows children to have a private sleepover at the zoo, sleeping inside the Hullabazoo soft play area. The Hullaba-Snooze experience includes:
- Evening Activities: Free play in the soft play, an animal-themed treasure hunt, refreshments, more free play time, a craft activity, an animal-themed bedtime story, and an early wake-up call for a zoo tour before the zoo opens to the public.
- Age Range: This experience is best suited for groups of children aged 5-10 years (and supervising adults).
- Group Size: The minimum group size is 20 (maximum 33 children plus 8 adults).
- Pricing: Child – £50, Adult – £30, Disabled Child – £50, Disabled Adult – £30, Carer – £21.
Nature Night Camping: A Unique Sleepover Adventure
In addition to the Hullabazoo Private Hire and Hullaba-Snooze options, Whipsnade Zoo also offers Nature Night Camping. This experience includes a sleepover in the soft play and sole use of the indoor play building from 6:30 pm until 9 am, a torchlight expedition around the zoo, and breakfast in the Hullabazoo indoor play.
Booking and Availability
Hullabazoo Private Hire is a popular option, and it is recommended to book well in advance to avoid disappointment. The package includes two hours of exclusive use of the Hullabazoo Indoor Play, access for up to 60 children, unlimited squash for the children, parking outside the Hullabazoo Indoor Play, access to the zoo 30 minutes prior to the session for the party organizer to set up, and access to the zoo 15 minutes prior to the session for party guests.
Conclusion
Whipsnade Zoo’s Hullabazoo Private Hire and Hullaba-Snooze experiences offer a unique and exciting way for kids to celebrate their special day. With exclusive access to the zoo’s indoor play area, a range of activities, and the opportunity to explore the zoo after hours, these packages provide a truly memorable party experience that children and their families will cherish for years to come.