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Animal Experiences

Make your zoo visit even more special by booking an exclusive experience

Whether you want a close-up experience with your favourite animal or a chance to go behind the scenes and meet our keepers, book an animal experience to put yourself in the front row.

Tours & Experiences

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Giraffe Experience $91
Delve into the world of one of Africa's most intriguing animals.
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Lion Experience $91
Bring your pride to meet our pride at Werribee Open Range Zoo’s Lion Encounter.
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Australian Experience $59
Perfect for all ages, this experience will get you up close to our iconic Aussie animals.
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Early Morning Savannah Experience $171
Have you ever wondered what goes on at the Zoo before it opens?
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African Wild Dog Experience $59
Meet one of Africa’s most successful hunters and learn all about our intelligent sibling pack!
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Cheetah Experience $91
Kulinda loves her morning training sessions – and now you have the chance to witness this up close.
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Meerkat Experience $59
Meet Werribee Open Range Zoo's meerkat family and the passionate rangers who care for them.
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Ranger Mystery Tour $30
Satisfy your curiosity with a behind the scenes Zoo tour.
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African Cat Experience $91
Get up close to our incredible Servals in a cat experience like no other!
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Hippo Experience $91
Go behind the scenes with a keeper to see how we care for hippos!

Special Experiences

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Deluxe Safari Adventure
Note: All passengers aged 1 and over must have a ticket.
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Shadowfax and the Savannah
Experience the perfect pairing: amazing animals with incredible food and wine.
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Race Around the Zoo – Gorilla Mission
Experience a corporate team-building program like no other.

Overnight Camp

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Slumber Safari
Immerse yourself with our unique, all-inclusive overnight experience.

Due to current restrictions, the following Werribee Open Range Zoo encounters are not currently running and we are unable to take bookings or create a waitlist:

  • Gorillas

Please scroll up to see the other encounters and activities you can currently book online and enjoy!