Curious about animals? Make the most of your visit to Highland Wildlife Park by attending one of our daily animal talks and encounters!

This page is updated at 10am daily. Talks and tours are subject to change and are located at the featured animal enclosure unless stated otherwise.

Japanese macaque sitting on a branch IMAGE: Sian Addison 2018

11:00am – Monkeys

Discover how we relate to the rest of the primate family, the social nuances of life as a monkey, and how Japanese macaques are the only primate (aside from humans) who have braved the cold. 

Reindeer looking to the left. Antlers are starting to grow from their head. IMAGE: Amy Middleton 2023

1:30pm – Reindeer

What makes a reindeer special? Reindeer are a member of the deer family, but they have so many features- like huge feet, UV sensitive eyes, and a dramatically changing seasonal coat, which make them a very special deer indeed. 

Small group of white lipped deer. Front deer is looking at camera. Image: Amy Middleton 2023

3:30pm – White-lipped deer

Learn about how our white-lipped deer herd are amazing ambassadors for their relatives in the wild and help hundreds of thousands of people connect with nature every year.