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

Whether you want a close-up experience with your favourite animal, a chance meet our keepers, or an overnight stay at the Zoo, book an animal encounter to put yourself in the front row.

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Roar 'n' Snore overnight camp
Feast and slumber overnight in the historic elephant exhibit of Melbourne Zoo
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Gorilla behind the scenes
Meet one of the critically endangered gorillas and the passionate keeper who cares for them.
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Tiger behind the scenes
Meet one of the critically endangered Sumatran Tigers and the passionate keeper who cares for them.
Koala in tree holding onto branch with claw and looking lazy
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Australian Wildlife Tour
Enjoy exclusive morning access to the Zoo's Australian Bush habitat before it opens to the public.
Three lemurs close up, one eating a carrot
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Lemur Close-up Encounter
Get up close and personal with the sunbathing Ring-tailed Lemurs
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Giraffe Close-up Encounter
Upgrade your visit to Melbourne Zoo with a feed of the world's tallest mammal!
Giant tortoise on grass
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Giant Tortoise Close-up Encounter
Upgrade your visit to Melbourne Zoo and meet one of our oldest residents!
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Kangaroo Close-up Encounter
Upgrade your visit to Melbourne Zoo and say g'day to a kangaroo!
Meerkat looking up
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Meerkat Close-up Encounter
Upgrade your visit to Melbourne Zoo and mix with the meerkats!
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Seal Close-up Encounter
Upgrade your visit to Melbourne Zoo and meet our playful seals!