PWC2 Ltd. is a collaboration of three leading experts in the attractions and leisure industry. With a combined industry experience of over 25 years, the company’s directors bring extensive knowledge and expertise to the field.

The Panoramic Wheel will be constructed on-site over three to four days from the 7th of March 2025, and will be open for visitors on the 13th March.

Yes, the Panoramic Wheel will be on-site and available to visitors for three months, from the 13th of March to 8th of June.

Yes, the Wheel will be open to visitors daily, 1 hour after the Fota Wildlife Park gates open (Panoramic Wheel will open daily at 10.30 am) and will close 30 minutes sharp before closing.

here is no prebooking available for the Panoramic Wheel. Tickets can be purchased on-site at Fota Wildlife Park by visitors to the Park. The team who operates the Panoramic Wheel offers a seamless service on site for queuing, ticketing and trips on the wheel.

There are no height restrictions. However, children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult at all times when visiting Fota Wildlife Park, including when riding the Panoramic Wheel.

No, the Panoramic Wheel is located inside the grounds of Fota Wildlife Park. All visitors must pay to enter the Park or use their annual passes to gain access. The ride on the wheel then must be paid for separately,
and tickets are available at the Panoramic Wheel ticket office.

Tickets are available at the Panoramic Wheel Company’s ticket booth, where both cash and card payments are accepted.

There are a minimum of three complete rotations of the observation wheel during each trip. The Panoramic Wheel will rotate once or twice while passengers are boarding.

Individual customers are welcome on the Panoramic Wheel.  The operator will avoid mixing groups during their trips on the Panoramic Wheel where possible.  As a family-oriented attraction, the operator believes this approach aligns with the expectations of our visitors and enhances the overall experience.

The Panoramic Wheel ride pricing reflects the requirement that all visitors must purchase entry to Fota Wildlife. Tickets start at €5 per person, with discounted rates available for families and annual pass holders.

A group may take a trip on the Panoramic Wheel, no pre-booking is necessary.

Wheelchair users are welcome to board the Panoramic Wheel and can enjoy the experience comfortably. However, as there are steps to access both the platform and the seating, visitors wishing to ride on the Panoramic Wheel must be able to transfer to, and from, the Panoramic Wheel independently, or with assistance from accompanying friends or family.

Children’s buggies may not be taken onboard the Panoramic Wheel. Visitors can deposit buggies in the nearby buggy parking bay, if they are planning to take a trip on the Panoramic Wheel. Staff on site will be happy to provide details.

The Wheel is owned by the same operator. However, this Panoramic Wheel is larger than the one that’s operated during the Christmas Glow event, which is run by a separate franchise.