Play Tunnel 117 cm for Guinea Pigs, Rabbits & Ferrets

Trixie Play Tunnel 117 cm for guinea pigs, rabbits, rats, and ferrets

The Trixie Play Tunnel 117 cm is a long, shape-retaining play tunnel for animals who love walking, running, hiding, and exploring through tunnels. The length of 117 cm creates a real route in the run or free-roaming area. This makes the tunnel especially fun for guinea pigs, rabbits, rats, and ferrets.

The tunnel is made of nylon and stays nicely open thanks to its spiral shape. This allows animals to easily walk through it without the tunnel immediately collapsing. You can use the tunnel on its own, but also expand it with matching tunnels for even more playtime fun.

Pros of the Trixie Play Tunnel 117 cm

✔ Long play tunnel of 117 cm for extra route and movement
✔ Shape-retaining due to the spiral design
✔ Suitable as a tunnel, hiding place, and play route
✔ Fun for guinea pigs, rabbits, rats, and ferrets
✔ Can be expanded with matching tunnels
✔ Lightweight and easy to move

Why choose a long play tunnel?

For many animals, a tunnel is more than just a toy. It is a passageway, shelter, and exploration route all at once. Guinea pigs enjoy running through sheltered routes, rabbits often find tunnels interesting because they resemble natural passages, rats like to explore new routes, and ferrets are true tunnel runners.

With a length of 117 cm, you are not just creating a short passageway, but a true play element in the space. You can lay the tunnel straight, shape it into a slight curve, or combine it with other tunnels. This keeps the layout of the run or off-leash area varied.

The spiral shape helps keep the tunnel open. This is convenient, as it allows animals to easily enter and exit without the fabric constantly collapsing. This is especially practical for animals that run quickly through a tunnel or go through it multiple times in a row.

For which animals is the Trixie Play Tunnel suitable?

• Rat: suitable as a long play tunnel in a safe play area or spacious rat run. Rats can run through it, hide inside, and use the tunnel as part of a ratscaping or play route.
• Guinea pig: suitable as a sheltered passageway in a guinea pig or free-roaming area. Guinea pigs often like tunnels because they can walk through them without being completely open and visible.
• Rabbit: suitable as a play tunnel in a run, rabbit room, or free-roaming area. Rabbits can run through the tunnel, hide inside, or use it as part of a longer tunnel route.
• Ferret: very suitable as a run tunnel and play element. Ferrets are curious and active; a long tunnel gives them room to run, crawl, play, and hide.

For small rodents such as mice, dwarf hamsters, hamsters, and gerbils, this tunnel is usually too large and, due to the nylon, less suitable as a permanent fixture in the enclosure. For chinchillas and degus, this nylon tunnel is only interesting as a temporary play element outside the enclosure and under strict supervision, as these animals may actively gnaw on fabric or synthetic materials.

Usage & placement

Place the tunnel on a flat, dry surface in a run, off-leash area, or safe play area. Ensure that both openings are easily accessible and that your animal can easily get in and out. Do not place the tunnel in a wet litter box and do not use it in a place where it will immediately become dirty or damp.

You can lay the tunnel straight or use it slightly curved. Make it a route between two hiding places, a passage along the edge of the run, or a playful connection between different zones. For guinea pigs and rabbits, a tunnel often works well along the side of the run, as the animals can then move around while sheltered.

Do not use the tunnel as a climbing object, hanging object, or permanent cage equipment. This product is best suited as a supervised play element during off-leash time or in a spacious enclosure under supervision.

Tunnels and natural behavior

Many animals feel comfortable when they can move through sheltered routes. For rabbits, tunnels align with their natural preference for passageways and hiding places. Guinea pigs like to use tunnels as a safe route between resting spots. Rats and ferrets, on the other hand, find tunnels interesting for actively exploring and running through.

By adding a tunnel, you make a space less empty and predictable. Your animal gets a route, a hiding place, and a playful challenge. That makes the Trixie Play Tunnel a simple way to make a run or off-leash area more interesting.

Expand with other tunnels

The Trixie Play Tunnel can be expanded with matching tunnels. This is especially fun when you have a larger run, rabbit room, or ferret room. With a T-junction, you can create a side route. With an extra-large tunnel, you can extend the play route.

Start simply with one tunnel and see how your animal reacts. If the tunnel is actively used, you can expand later. This way, you build up the play area step by step and choose only expansions that truly suit your animal's behavior.

Material & maintenance

The tunnel is made of nylon with spiral reinforcement. Nylon is lightweight, flexible, and suitable as play material, but it is not intended for gnawing. Therefore, check the tunnel regularly for holes, loose threads, wear, and damage.

Shake loose hair, hay, and bedding out of the tunnel after use. If necessary, wipe dirty spots with a slightly damp cloth and allow the tunnel to dry completely before storing or reusing it. Do not leave the tunnel outdoors in rain or moisture for extended periods, as this can cause dust and metal parts to wear out faster.

Great to combine with

The Trixie Play Tunnel 117 cm fits well in an active play area. You can combine it with:

• Rabbit Tunnel T-Bunch 47 cm
• Colored Play Tunnel XXL
• Trixie Plush Relax Tunnel Beige 80 cm
• Trixie Braided Willow Tunnel
• Guinea pig tunnels
• Rabbit tunnels
• Ratscaping inspiration
• Ferret toys

Good to know

The Trixie Play Tunnel is made of nylon and is not chew-proof. Therefore, offer the tunnel only under supervision. Check regularly for wear, holes, loose threads, and damage to the spiral shape. Remove the tunnel if your animal chews on it or if the material becomes damaged.

Frequently Asked Questions

For which animals is the Trixie Play Tunnel 117 cm suitable?

The play tunnel is suitable for rats, guinea pigs, rabbits, and ferrets. Use the tunnel as a play element in a run, loose-roaming area, or safe play area under supervision.

What are the dimensions of this play tunnel?

The dimensions are approximately ø 19 × 117 cm. The diameter is approximately ø 19 cm.

Is this tunnel suitable for guinea pigs?

Yes, guinea pigs can use the tunnel as a sheltered passageway in a guinea pig or free-roaming area. Do check, however, that your guinea pigs can fit through the diameter comfortably.

Is this tunnel suitable for rabbits?

Yes, the tunnel is suitable for rabbits that fit comfortably through a diameter of approximately 19 cm. For larger rabbits, this tunnel may be too narrow; in that case, it is better to choose a wider tunnel.

Is this tunnel suitable for ferrets?

Yes, ferrets often really enjoy long tunnels. Use the tunnel as a run or play route and check regularly for gnawing and play damage.

Can I extend this tunnel?

Yes, this tunnel can be combined with matching tunnels, such as the Rabbit Tunnel T-Split 47 cm and the Colored Play Tunnel XXL.

Is the tunnel chew-proof?

No, nylon is not chew-proof. Therefore, use the tunnel under supervision and remove it when your animal starts gnawing on it.

Can the tunnel remain outside?

Preferably do not use the tunnel outdoors for extended periods in rain or moisture. Moisture can cause the material and any metal parts to wear out faster. Store the tunnel in a dry place after use.

How do I clean the tunnel?

Shake out hair, hay, and bedding. You can wipe dirty spots with a slightly damp cloth. Let the tunnel dry completely before using or storing it.

Useful shopping links

• Rabbit Tunnel T-Bunch 47 cm
• Colored Play Tunnel XXL
• Guinea pig tunnels
• Rabbit tunnels
• Rat tunnels and tubes
• Ferret toys

The Trixie Play Tunnel 117 cm is a great choice for owners looking for a long, lightweight, and shape-retaining tunnel for extra exercise and playtime. Thanks to its length, spiral shape, and expansion options, you can easily create an interesting route for guinea pigs, rabbits, rats, and ferrets.