Highlights
Engage in rare and interactive otter feeding sessions, explore unique underwater views, and have a great day out at a conservation sanctuary
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About This Deal
Where giggling otters glide and butterflies paint the air with color, magic is just a heartbeat away. Come with friends, come with family—this sanctuary is nature’s own fairytale, ready to be explored. You’ll leave with wide eyes, full hearts, and a sprinkle of enchantment that lingers long after.
Did you know that Otters catch a range of prey since they are opportunists. They have been known to eat rats, shrews, mice, voles and water fowl, the young of these species being most at risk
What To Expect
- One Child or One Adult Entry
- One Family (2 Children or 2 Adult) Entry
Why You Should Grab The Offer
Explore a world where wonder meets purpose at the Dartmoor Otter Sanctuary and Buckfast Butterfly Farm—a lovingly family-run sanctuary tucked away in the serene heart of South Devon.
Here, you’ll find yourself surrounded by life’s quieter miracles—from fluttering wings to playful paws—while supporting the vital conservation work that keeps these moments alive for future generations.
At the core of their mission is a simple yet powerful belief: we all have a role in healing the natural world. This sanctuary is a living tribute to that idea, and nowhere is it felt more deeply than in the story of the British otter. Once widespread—from Ireland to Japan—this remarkable species has been pushed to the edges by hunting, pollution, and vanishing habitats. But here, their story finds new hope.
Watch with delight as otters thrive—especially the lively Asian Short-Clawed Otters, whose outgoing nature and nimble, pebble-juggling paws never fail to charm. Their antics after feeding time? Pure joy. You'll also meet the sleek North American river otter, a cousin of the Eurasian otter, and discover the subtle but fascinating differences that make each species special.
And then, there’s the Butterfly House—a true feast for the senses. This tropical haven hosts vibrant butterflies and moths from around the world, where they glide freely through the air. Watch their delicate dances, witness their transformation, and marvel at the exotic plants that support this intricate ecosystem. It’s a living reminder of how every life, no matter how small, is connected.
This is a chance to be moved, to learn, and to make a difference. Whether you're here for the wide-eyed wonder or the quiet lessons whispered on butterfly wings, you’ll leave with something truly lasting: a deeper love for the wild and a renewed sense of purpose in protecting it.
Come curious. Leave inspired
Warmth, Compassion, and Efforts to Make the World a Better Place
Izzy- The Iguana
They rescued and re-homed Izzard. He is about 11 years old now; loves showers to cool down and a good neck scratch from the keepers
