Chester Zoo has announced the opening date for its lodgings with the first tickets going on sale tomorrow (29th Jan) as well as releasing stunning images provide a latest glimpse of the highly anticipated 51-lodge wildlife experience, called The Reserve
Bookings go on general sale at 9am on Wednesday 29 January with a range of packages available, including exclusive behind-the-scenes and animal experiences, the chance to interact with conservation experts and special out-of-hours access to the zoo.
Guests can choose from a variety of different lodges, available for up to nine people. A number will be located at the side of a lake while others will offer views of a private savannah-style habitat, home to Northern giraffes.
Those behind the “very special” project say a stay at The Reserve will help to fund Chester Zoo’s global conservation projects.
Scheduled to officially open in August 2025, the lodges have been crafted using natural and sustainable materials, with the décor being inspired by landscapes in Africa where the zoo is working to help highly endangered species to thrive in the wild.
The new artist’s impressions also show the luxury resort will feature a welcome building and its very own restaurant, The Amboseli Restaurant – named in a nod to the region in Kenya where the zoo and its partners work to protect lion populations. Guests will also be able to enjoy freshly prepared food and drinks on a lakeside terrace, Tsavo Lounge.
Jamie Christon, CEO at Chester Zoo, said: “There’s nothing else quite like The Reserve at Chester Zoo in the UK. It’s so much more than just a short break – it’ll provide guests with unforgettable experiences and bring them face-to-face with extraordinary animals, all while helping to protect the wild world and fund powerful conservation action.
