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Experience the WILD Night ZooVenture in Yarralumla: Up-Close Animal Encounters After Dark - Canberra

Experience the WILD Night ZooVenture in Yarralumla: Up-Close Animal Encounters After Dark

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Difficulty

easy

Duration

2.5 hours

Fitness Level

Suitable for most fitness levels; gentle walking and sitting on the vehicle during the tour.

Overview

Discover the thrilling WILD Night ZooVenture in Yarralumla, where nightfall reveals close-up animal encounters, African-inspired sundowners, and a unique after-dark zoo experience perfect for families and wildlife lovers alike.

Yarralumla, Australian Capital Territory

WILD Night ZooVenture - Wolverine

Age 7+ • 2.5 Hours • 3 people max • This is more than just an evening tour of the zoo

Aquarium
Zoo

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About This Adventure

Embark on a thrilling 2.5-hour Wild Night Zooventure, where you'll meet animals up close, choose your unique tour vehicle, and enjoy African sundowners. Kids will love the tractor ride, and the adventure culminates in a delicious dinner with drinks. Experience the zoo like never before!

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Duration

2.5 Hours

About

INTRODUCING OUR WILD NIGHT ZOOVENTURE! This is more than just an evening tour of the zoo!

The adventure includes:

  1. Meet and greet at the Viewing Park
  2. A tour to see the animals (naturally!)
  3. To add some MORE excitement, choose your tour vehicle!
  4. All vehicles have their own guide/driver
  5. African sundowners during the tour (drink stops)
  6. Tractor ride for the kids
  7. Dinner with drinks included

Please note the following

For your comfort, tours may be postponed to another date at late notice due to rain, as some vehicles are open-sided

In the event of cancellation, guests will be contacted by staff at the earliest possible opportunity.

If the tour is cancelled prior to commencing, an alternate date can be selected or a full credit voucher will be given to book the tour at a later date.

If the tour needs to be cancelled after it has begun, then dinner, African Sundowners and drinks will proceed and a proportionate credit voucher will be issued for the section of the tour not completed.

This credit voucher will be for a dollar amount and can be used for any tour, encounter or admission. On request, it can be converted to a voucher toward membership, gift shop purchases or bookings at Jamala Wildlife Lodge.

Adventure Tips

Book Small Group Tours Early

With a maximum of three people per tour, early booking ensures you don’t miss out on this exclusive experience.

Dress in Layers for Night Weather

Evenings can get chilly, so bring a warm layer to stay comfortable during the after-dark tour.

Bring a Camera with Low-Light Capabilities

Capture the magic of nocturnal animals and starry skies, but avoid flash to not disturb wildlife.

Arrive on Time for the Sundowners

Don’t miss the African sundowners experience as a highlight before dinner kicks off the evening’s finale.

Local Insights

Wildlife

  • Sugar gliders
  • Barn owls

History

The zoo is a modern conservation and education hub highlighting Australian wildlife and global species with a focus on sustainability.

Conservation

Efforts focus on habitat preservation, minimizing light pollution, and educating visitors on protecting nocturnal species.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Recommended Gear

Warm Jacket

Essential

Keeps you comfortable during cooler nighttime temperatures.

fall specific

Insect Repellent

Essential

Protects against mosquitoes that are active at dusk and night.

summer specific

Flashlight or Headlamp

Useful for safety and navigation before and after the tour but avoid using it near animals.

fall specific

Camera with Low-Light Lens

Captures night animal encounters without disturbing wildlife with flash photography.