Polar Adventure

Winter is here!

During the winter months, you will notice that the lights in our penguin zone will be in low light and the penguins may be settling in for a night’s sleep. This is to ensure we closely match the conditions found in the Southern Hemisphere – where Gentoo penguins are found. The variation in light cycles and temperature is designed to encourage their natural seasonal behaviour including a yearly moult, nesting, and breeding. At this time of year, that means the sun sets earlier at Penguin Point. 

Please be aware you may not be able to spot our penguins during your visit in the late afternoon sessions.