To celebrate the Year of the Sheep, Zoos Victoria (Melbourne Zoo, Healesville Sanctuary and Werribee Open Range Zoo) is extending free entry for children dressed with elements of the sheep/goat. We look forward to your creative ideas!
Journey through a world of wildlife in the heart of Melbourne. More than 320 species from around the world can be found in a stunning setting just five minutes from the city centre. Stroll through the lush Asian and African rainforests, where tigers roam and monkeys swing from tree to tree. Come eye to eye with orangutans in their special elevated exhibit, and walk the Trail of the Elephants. Discover unique native wildlife, including koalas and kangaroos, in the Australian Bush setting and head into an underwater world showcasing playful penguins and seals.
Explore a bushland haven for Australian wildlife at Healesville Sanctuary, just one hour from Melbourne in the stunning Yarra Valley wine region. Wander through the tranquil tracks and meet iconic Australian animals including koalas, kangaroos, platypus, dingoes, wombats and emus. Don’t miss the Spirits of the Sky show with native birds of prey and parrots and come face to face with the platypus at Tales from Platypus Creek. Take a visit to the Australian Wildlife Health Centre, which treats and cares for more than 1,500 native animals every year.
Experience an African adventure across more than 200 hectares of beautiful natural surrounds just 30 minutes from Melbourne at Werribee Open Range Zoo. Go on a guided safari across the open savannah and spot rhinos, giraffes and zebras. Watch a pride of lions on the African Walking Trail, visit one of the world’s largest gorilla exhibits, see cheeky monkeys at play and discover a family of hippos in their wetland home.
