The views are spectacular.

Fota Wildlife Park has announced the return of its 35-metre-high Panoramic Wheel, an exciting attraction designed to ‘elevate’ the visitor experience.

Launching on March 14th, the Panoramic Wheel will operate for a limited time only within the Park grounds as an optional, paid experience. Tickets are available from a dedicated ticket booth, with prices starting from €5 per person.

“This premium attraction offers spectacular views across the Park’s 100 acres, showcasing wildlife habitats and the daily conservation work taking place on site.” a spokesperson told us.

“From this unique vantage point, visitors can take in the expansive landscapes devoted to wildlife preservation.”

The panorama includes highlights such as the sweeping savannah, the popular cheetah run, and the extensive bison and lechwe paddock. Visitors can observe the natural behaviours of a variety of species, including Rothschild’s giraffes, Grant’s zebras, ostriches, European bison, Northern cheetahs, soar over black-and-white colobus monkeys and meerkats and may even spot the free-roaming wallabies and Eastern grey kangaroos.

Beyond the Park itself, guests can enjoy breathtaking views of Cork Harbour and the Great Island Channel, a designated Special Area of Conservation supporting diverse native birdlife and mammals.

Fota Wildlife Park, a conservation charity, is open daily from 9.30 am.