Werribee Open Range Zoo

Winner Announced …. Wild Nights at the Werribee Open Range Zoo

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Throughout the school holidays from 27 June to 11 July Werribee Open Range Zoo is coming to life after dark, with fire shows, marshmallow toasting, glow in the dark hula-hooping and a mysterious Secret Garden to explore for Wild Nights!

We had one family pass to give away, and for that lucky person it is time to pack your torch and your winter woolies …Winners of Wild Nights

Have a wonderful time Susan! We can’t wait to hear all about it! Could you please email me so that I can confirm your details for your prize at info@kiddingaroundaustralia.com

MORE INFORMATION ON WILD NIGHTS

Rug up and tour the Zoo by torchlight, as you spot Hippos grazing on the beach and Wild Dogs, Cheetah and Lions on the prowl. You can also get close to some very special nocturnal natives including Squirrel Gliders, Fat-tailed Dunnarts and Eastern Barred Bandicoots.

Fire spinning performers will delight visitors of all ages with nightly fire shows and the kids will love the interactive Glow Zone which includes hula hooping and other glow in the dark circus fun.

Follow the tiki torches to discover the light-dappled Secret Garden or settle in at the campfire and enjoy a hot chocolate and free marshmallow toasting under the stars.

Warm winter fare will also be available in the cosy, Meerkat Bistro and indoor play space. Ranger Kids will provide another comfy spot for families to relax as the kids transform themselves into vets and rangers, caring for plush animals in the medic tent and testing out the wooden helicopter.

Rug up, pop on your gumboots and bring your torch for this very special adventure in the dark as you discover what goes bump, hoot and ROAR in the night!

For the ultimate Wild Nights experience, book in for a special Dusk Safari Bus Tour of the  African savannah, spotting Rhinos, Zebra and antelope out on the grassy plains. An overnight stay at the Slumber Safari Camp (complete with luxury tents and electric blankets!) can also be booked in advance.

WHEN IS WILD NIGHTS?

Dates: Each night, 27 June – 11 July

Times: 5.30pm – 8.30pm (Entry closes 7pm)

Cost: Adults $35, Concession $28, Children 4 – 15 $7, Children under 4 FREE

Tickets: Tickets available at the gate

Information: www.zoo.org.au/werribee, 1300 966 784

DUSK SAFARI TOUR UPGRADE

Dates: Each night, 27 June – 11 July

Time: 5pm – 6pm

Cost: Adult: $60, Concession $50, Child $40 (includes admission to Wild Nights)

Tickets: Book in advance via 1300 966 784

Competition Time … Wild Nights at the Werribee Open Range Zoo

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Pack your winter woolies, it’s time for Wild Nights at Werribee Open Range Zoo and we have a family pass to give away to one of our lucky readers!

Wild Nights

Throughout the school holidays from 27 June to 11 July Werribee Open Range Zoo will come to life after dark, with fire shows, marshmallow toasting, glow in the dark hula-hooping and a mysterious Secret Garden to explore.

TO ENTER FILL OUT YOUR DETAILS BELOW!

THIS COMPETITION IS NOW CLOSED. THANK YOU FOR ALL YOUR ENTRIES.

GOOD LUCK!

Open to Victorian residents only. Entries close July 3, 2015 at 4.30pm AEST. Winners will be announced on this website shortly thereafter.

MORE INFORMATION

Rug up and tour the Zoo by torchlight, as you spot Hippos grazing on the beach and Wild Dogs, Cheetah and Lions on the prowl. You can also get close to some very special nocturnal natives including Squirrel Gliders, Fat-tailed Dunnarts and Eastern Barred Bandicoots.

Fire spinning performers will delight visitors of all ages with nightly fire shows and the kids will love the interactive Glow Zone which includes hula hooping and other glow in the dark circus fun.

Follow the tiki torches to discover the light-dappled Secret Garden or settle in at the campfire and enjoy a hot chocolate and free marshmallow toasting under the stars.

Warm winter fare will also be available in the cosy, Meerkat Bistro and indoor play space. Ranger Kids will provide another comfy spot for families to relax as the kids transform themselves into vets and rangers, caring for plush animals in the medic tent and testing out the wooden helicopter.

Rug up, pop on your gumboots and bring your torch for this very special adventure in the dark as you discover what goes bump, hoot and ROAR in the night!

For the ultimate Wild Nights experience, book in for a special Dusk Safari Bus Tour of the  African savannah, spotting Rhinos, Zebra and antelope out on the grassy plains. An overnight stay at the Slumber Safari Camp (complete with luxury tents and electric blankets!) can also be booked in advance.

WHEN IS WILD NIGHTS?

Dates: Each night, 27 June – 11 July

Times: 5.30pm – 8.30pm (Entry closes 7pm)

Cost: Adults $35, Concession $28, Children 4 – 15 $7, Children under 4 FREE

Tickets: Tickets available at the gate

Information: www.zoo.org.au/werribee, 1300 966 784

DUSK SAFARI TOUR UPGRADE

Dates: Each night, 27 June – 11 July

Time: 5pm – 6pm

Cost: Adult: $60, Concession $50, Child $40 (includes admission to Wild Nights)

Tickets: Book in advance via 1300 966 784

Kidding Around at … Hippo Beach at the Werribee Open Range Zoo

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When we heard that the Werribee Open Range Zoo had opened an exciting new area for kids called Hippo Beach we knew we would definitely be visiting this summer!

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Hippo Beach is right next to the hippopotamus’ exhibit and is the perfect place to relax, grab an ice-cream from the Hippo Beach Café and feel the sand between your toes!

Hippo Beach
Hippo Beach

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The beach area has deck chairs, hammocks and thatched umbrellas (under which treasure is buried that the kids can dig up – look out for the sign that will let you know what to look for!).

A place to relax!
A place to relax!
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Dig in the sand for treasure!

The day we went it was over 30C and the children LOVED cooling of at the Hippo splash and play water area next door to Hippo Beach – there were so many excited squeals! We had bought Alegría’s bathers with us; however, our poor second child had to go in his clothes and then when they were too wet, his nappy! Luckily, we had spare clothes for him! We didn’t need a towel, but if you don’t want your kids to look like crumbed schnitzels you might want to bring one along so they can dry off before they go in the sand!

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Hippo Water Play Area
Hmmm... How do we make the tail swish?
Hmmm… How do we make the tail swish?

Each day the Keepers will feed the hippos and chat to visitors about their amazing habits, with a special Hippo Keeper Talk at 3.45pm daily.

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If you would like to see the hippos from a different angle, or any of their other African animal friends out on the Savannah, you can jump on board a Safari tour which leaves from the Safari Station. The line can be long depending on visitor numbers, and you are unable to take any food or drink (except for water) on the safari. There is a water fountain near the Safari Station entrance where you can fill your water bottles and a pram bay where you need to leave your pram. Make sure you take any valuables with you as it is not supervised.

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Look, it’s a “Raffie”!

Don’t forget, kids get free entry every weekend, as well as during the Victorian Government school holidays and public holidays!

Whether you have a couple of hours to spare or are planning to enjoy the magical Slumber Safari overnight experience – there is just so much on offer at the Werribee Open Range Zoo! We will definitely be returning to experience more of the unique behind-the-scenes encounters and have the Slumber Safari on our wish list!

MORE INFORMATION

Days and Times: 9:00am to 5:00pm every day of the year.  Last entry at 3.30pm.

Location: K Road, Werribee South VIC 3030

Cost:

Zoo members
Becoming a member of Zoos Victoria gives you unlimited entry to our three world-class zoos – and many more great benefits. For our members, kids are free every day of the year.		 FREE
Adult $30.80
Child 4–15 years (weekends, Victorian public holidays and Victorian government school holidays) FREE
Child 4–15 years (Monday to Friday, outside holidays) $13.60
Child (0–3 years) (every day!) FREE
Concessions*
Adult concession $23.60
Senior concession $27.70
Child with a disability concession (Monday to Friday, outside holidays) $6.00
Carer accompanying a child under 16 years who is a holder of
a Child Disability Allowance Health Care Card		 FREE
Carer accompanying a person with a disability who is a holder of
a Disability Pension Card or a Companion Card		 FREE
Holder of a Carer Card NOT accompanying a person with a disability 10% discount

Website: www.zoo.org.au/Werribee/

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