Lion Encounter
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Encounter with lions Jake, Mischka, Mlinzi, or Nairobi
Observe lion feeding and behaviour from a safe distance
Learn about the adaptations and care of Africa’s top predators
Educational and thrilling experience for all ages
Experience A Thrilling Up Close Encounter With Majestic Lions At The Local Zoo Habitat
Join experienced carnivore keepers for an exclusive fifteen minute session at the edge of the lion habitat. This interactive experience allows guests to observe lions Jake, Mischka, Mlinzi, or Nairobi as they enjoy their afternoon treat. You will witness incredible biological details like the unique spikes on their tongues while learning about the fascinating adaptations that make these big cats Africa’s most famous predators. It is a truly educational and thrilling opportunity for all animal enthusiasts.
The encounter provides a unique insight into lion behaviour, diet, and daily care routines within a controlled environment. Participants will gain a deeper appreciation for the power, agility, and natural beauty of these incredible creatures. By standing at the habitat edge, you get a rare perspective that is both safe and supervised. This session is designed to be informative, ensuring that every guest leaves with a better understanding of how these majestic predators thrive in captivity.
Please note that general zoo entry is not included in this package and must be purchased separately before your arrival. The experience is strictly suitable for children aged six and above, with those under sixteen required to be accompanied by a paying adult at all times. Guests are encouraged to bring a sense of adventure and wear comfortable walking shoes, as some movement around the habitat area may be involved during the scheduled fifteen minute encounter session.
This encounter offers an unforgettable way to connect with big cats while supporting the zoo's conservation and education efforts. Whether you are a photography lover or simply curious about wildlife, this session provides a safe and supervised environment to observe these animals up close. Prepare for a memorable day out by planning your visit in advance and ensuring you meet all age requirements. It is the perfect addition to any family trip to the local zoo.
Experience A Thrilling Up Close Encounter With Majestic Lions At The Local Zoo Habitat
Join experienced carnivore keepers for an exclusive fifteen minute session at the edge of the lion habitat. This interactive experience allows guests to observe lions Jake, Mischka, Mlinzi, or Nairobi as they enjoy their afternoon treat. You will witness incredible biological details like the unique spikes on their tongues while learning about the fascinating adaptations that make these big cats Africa’s most famous predators. It is a truly educational and thrilling opportunity for all animal enthusiasts.
The encounter provides a unique insight into lion behaviour, diet, and daily care routines within a controlled environment. Participants will gain a deeper appreciation for the power, agility, and natural beauty of these incredible creatures. By standing at the habitat edge, you get a rare perspective that is both safe and supervised. This session is designed to be informative, ensuring that every guest leaves with a better understanding of how these majestic predators thrive in captivity.
Please note that general zoo entry is not included in this package and must be purchased separately before your arrival. The experience is strictly suitable for children aged six and above, with those under sixteen required to be accompanied by a paying adult at all times. Guests are encouraged to bring a sense of adventure and wear comfortable walking shoes, as some movement around the habitat area may be involved during the scheduled fifteen minute encounter session.
This encounter offers an unforgettable way to connect with big cats while supporting the zoo's conservation and education efforts. Whether you are a photography lover or simply curious about wildlife, this session provides a safe and supervised environment to observe these animals up close. Prepare for a memorable day out by planning your visit in advance and ensuring you meet all age requirements. It is the perfect addition to any family trip to the local zoo.
- Guided feeding experience with carnivore keepers
- Expert commentary on lion behaviour and adaptations
- Zoo entry fee
- Gratuities
$ 27.92
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Activity Provider: National Zoo and Aquarium Canberra
Customer Reviews
Great night in at the Wild lights, did not add many photo's as do not want to spoil the experience for anyone else. Highly recommend, great for families with kids of all ages. Loads of food options on site(slightly overpriced IMO) We wanted to see all the displays which required us having to walk through parts we had previously seen earlier. Great experience, all the staff were so friendly and very cheery with only added more positively to our experience!! Highly recommend, and hope anyone reading gets to enjoy this experience!!
One of my favorite zoo's that I have visited. I went on a monday so it was not too busy. I bought tickets in advance and there was no line to get in. They have a great collection of animals and even some species I had not seen before such as the Chinese Dhole and the Aye-aye. All the enclosures are very natural and spacious. Signing has lots of information and I believe there even is an audio tour. Since I went on a monday there were no scheduled animal talks but there were a few volunteers that walked around and they told us plenty about the animals. There were a few food options but not everything was open. Beware of the many seagulls when you have a meal ;) Something they can improve on was the cleanliness of the toilets. The ones I used were often broken and/or dirty. Overall I had a wonderful day and I will absolutely come back for another visit.
Great day out. Lovely time of year to visit, not too hot so the animals aren't hiding out of the sun. Alot of food/icecream places are closed but didnt bother us but just note to bring snacks. We ate at the meerkat restaurant at the end. We got to see them setting up for wild lights, looks beautiful
