Giant Tortoise Close-up Encounter
Temporarily cancelled
Due to current restrictions, this encounter is not currently running and we are unable to take bookings or create a waitlist.
Please keep an eye on the website in 2022 for when this encounter will be available again.
Upgrade your visit to Melbourne Zoo and meet one of our oldest residents!
Our keepers will guide you through the exhibit while you watch this ancient animal in (slow) motion.
Be sure to arrive fifteen minutes early, and bring your phone or camera for our staff to take the perfect pic of you and one of our gentle giants.
The encounter is a brief experience that lasts a couple of minutes with each visitor booked, however please plan up to 15 minutes to meet your host and keeper, and hear the safety briefing.
When you purchase a Close-up Encounter you are directly contributing to Zoos Victoria's work to fight wildlife extinction.
Zoo entry not included. Be sure to also book your entry tickets for the same date as your encounter.