Inspired moviegoers hoping to holler and whoop in the style of Tarzan will have to look beyond Chessington World of Adventures (CWOA), as the resort has banned impressions due to the noise “confusing” its resident monkeys.
Alexander Skarsgård in The Legend of Tarzan (Pic: Warner Bros)
The popular tourist attraction has introduced a ‘chimpressions’ ban for visitors using the on-site Go Ape course, a family play area where adrenaline junkies can swing from treetops, whooping in the style of the legendary character.
Signs have been put up warning visitors, with zookeepers having seen monkeys patrolling their pens to mark their territory and trying to mimic the noises coming from the site.
Tadhg Randall, from the Go Ape team at CWOA, said: "It's normally the noises from the animals we monitor, but in this instance it's the humans we need to keep an eye on.
“While we don't want to place a ban on having fun, it's always important to respect the residents' wishes.
“Our message to our guests is simple – when full of excitement, please try and have consideration for the animals."
The resort has seen an increase in visitors attempting to imitate the character since the release of The Legend of Tarzan, the latest film adaptation to tell the story of a man raised by monkeys in an African jungle.
The Go Ape course at CWOA opened this summer, with zip wires, Tarzan swings, rope ladders and a variety of obstacles and crossings all forming the course.
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