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Group Catering at Healesville Sanctuary

Elevate your group dining experience in the serene surroundings of Healesville Sanctuary and the picturesque Yarra Valley with our takeaway hamper packs.

Designed with convenience and showcasing regional produce our catering options are perfect for groups and families, offering a convenient, stress-free dining experience with everything prepared and ready to enjoy.

lease place your order at least 7 working days prior to your visit. Once your order has been received, our team will contact you to arrange payment and confirm your booking.

We are happy to accommodate dietary preferences or restrictions where possible with options available upon request and made at the time of booking.

Zoo entry not included. Be sure to also book your entry tickets for the same date as your visit.

Sanctuary Bushland BBQ Buffet

Two-course served buffet style on the Brolga terrace and lawn.

$110 per person including Healesville Sanctuary entry. 

Not available on Christmas day.

Sample menu: 

  • Selection of sausages -Beef, Lamb and rosemary 

  • Lemon myrtle chicken thighs 

  • Melted onions 

  • Summer vegetable skewers 

  • Salads, sauces and breads to accompany 

Dessert 

  • Choose from Pastry chef’s selection of cakes to finish  

  • Or ice cream cart 

  • Filter coffee and selection of teas

Please note, menu items are subject to seasonal availability and may change.

Self-Cook BBQ Packs

Create your own picnic BBQ experience at one of the Sanctuary’s scenic picnic spots. You can collect your packs from Harvest Café at a time that suits your visit to the Sanctuary.

Please note:

Minimum of 10 packs are required.

Any supplied utensils must be returned to Harvest Café before 3pm. Charges apply for damaged or unreturned items.

Not available on Total Fire Ban days and Christmas day.

Sausage Sizzle

Includes:

  • Beef sausages 

  • Sliced onions with mixed herbs 

  • Tomato and mustard seed relish 

  • Breads and butter 

  • Includes: compostable plates, cutlery and napkins 

  • BBQ Utensils available for hire

$20 per person excluding zoo entry

BBQ Deluxe

Includes:

  • Lamb and rosemary sausages 

  • Beef patties (make your own burgers) 

  • Harvest Salad 

  • Sliced onions with mixed herbs 

  • Selection of breads and butter 

  • Tomato and red pepper relish, chipotle mayo, mustard 

  • Vegetarian and plant based options available by arrangement 

  • Includes: compostable plates, cutlery and napkins 

  • BBQ utensils available to hire 

$45 per person excluding zoo entry

Add ons
  • Vegetable Skewer (plant based) $5 each

  • Vegetable Patties (plant based) $5 each

  • Fruit platter $7.50 per person

Ready to eat hampers

Perfect for picnics and relaxed group catering. You can collect your packs from Harvest Café at a time that suits your visit to the Sanctuary.

Please note:

Minimum of 10 packs are required.

Not available on Christmas day.

Hamper Pack - Chicken

Includes:

  • Free range chicken &mayo baguette 

  • Fresh fruit salad (V) 

  • Sweet treat 

  • Bottle of water or can of soft drink  

$30 per person

Hamper Pack - Ham and Cheese

Includes:

  • Smoked ham, cheese and Ploughman’s pickle baguette 

  • Fresh fruit salad (V) 

  • Sweet treat (V) 

  • Bottle of still water or can of soft drink 

$30 per person

Hamper Pack - Vegetable

Includes:

  • Plant based vegetable wrap (PB) 

  • Fresh fruit salad (PB) 

  • Sweet treat (PB) 

  • Bottle of still water or can of soft drink 

$30 per person

(PB) Plant Based / (V) Vegetarian 

Kids Munch Box

Designed for kids aged 2-15years. Includes:

  • Choose either Cheese filled soft roll OR chicken nuggets and chips 

  • Sanctuary animal cookie 

  • Juice box

$16 per person