Port Lympne Hotel and Reserve
Port Lympne Hotel and Reserve

Leopard Creek and Light Trail

Room Only
Available 2026-01-04-2025-11-28
At the edge of the Reserve, Leopard Creek's cosy village of timber cabins and wigwams offer an unforgettable stay next door to our leopards and white rhino. With options ranging from romantic retreats and family escapes to decadent luxury, you are sure to find your perfect stay. Your nightlights package includes overnight accommodation at Leopard Creek, access to Port Lympne Reserve, access to Howletts Wild Animal Park, access to the Port Lympne Illuminated festive light trail and the opportunity to add on a visit to Santa's Grotto!

Price Includes:

  • Access to Port Lympne Hotel & Reserve and Port Lympne Illuminated Light Trail
  • Short Break Safari experience
  • Golf Buggy from check in to check out
  • Access to Howletts Wild Animal Park
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Free on site parking

Important Information:

  • Arrival at Port Lympne is between 9.30am - 3.30pm.
  • Depart Port Lympne by 2.00pm
  • No cash payments, debit/credit card only

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  • Drivers licence required to be shown upon arrival to drive golf buggy
  • A credit or debit card is required upon arrival for pre authorisation of £100 for any room charges throughout your stay
  • Please bring appropriate clothing in case of inclement weather
  • One Short Breaks Safari bookable per night of stay
  • Please pre book any animal experiences and dining reservations in advance to avoid disappointment
  • For accessibility requirements, please speak to a member of the team on 01303 234112

Leopard Creek Cubs

  • Sleeps up to 2 people in a double bed
  • Bedding, towels and toiletries
  • Nespresso machine and Kettle
  • TV
  • Ensuite toilet and shower
  • Fire pit

Leopard Creek Cabins

  • Sleeps up to 2 adults and 2 children under 8 years of age in a double bed and 2 small single beds on a mezzanine
  • Bedding, towels and toiletries
  • Nespresso machine and kettle
  • TV
  • Ensuite toilet and shower
  • Fire pit

Leopard Creek Wigwams

  • Ideally suited for couples, however can accommodate up to 2 small children up to the age of 8 on camp beds.
  • Bedding, towels and toiletries
  • TV
  • Ensuite toilet and shower
  • Fire pit
  • Breakfast

EXCLUSIVE ACCESS

You will have exclusive access to Port Lympne Hotel & Reserve during and outside of normal visitor hours from the day of your arrival to the day of your departure.

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SAFARI EXPERIENCE

Your safari will take you on an adventure through our South American, Asian and African Experience zones where you will see spectacled bears, giraffe, zebra, wildebeest, camels and more.

All of our short breaks guests have a safari included in the cost of their stay. What’s more, guests can enjoy their stay knowing that they are directly helping conservation, with all profits from the park’s short breaks going back into Port Lympne’s animal conservation charity work in collaboration with The Aspinall Foundation.

EAT & DRINK

Choose from a variety of home cooked dishes, using local produce and ingredients grown in our kitchen gardens at our onsite restaurants and cafes.

The Garden Room - Warm, welcoming family-friendly dining in a peaceful, relaxed setting. Guests will find everything from classic British plates to modern European favourites, all produced using the very best local and seasonal ingredients Kent has to offer.
Babydoll's - Babydoll’s is a relaxed, authentic Italian restaurant with a family-friendly menu created with a focus on the wood-fired oven at the centre of the open kitchen.
Bear Lodge - Bear Lodge is a much-loved family dining destination for Port Lympne’s visitors and neighbours. The relaxed setting, spectacular views and varied menus are certain to delight your entire pride.

  • Hotel, Treehouse, Hog Deer Creek, Bubble, Forest Hideaway - 3pm check in and 11am check out
  • Pinewood - 3pm check in and 10am check out
  • Bear Lodge - 4pm check in and 10am check out
  • Giraffe Lodge - 2pm check in and 10am check out
  • Tiger Lodge, Wolf Lodge, Rhino Lodge, Lion Lodge -  2pm check in and 12pm check out
  • Giraffe Cottage (April – Sept) 5pm check in, October 3pm check in, (Nov – March) 2pm check in and 10am check out

Unfortunately, we are unable to accommodate late check-ins for Giraffe Lodges and Giraffe Cottage. 

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