The gates to Werribee Open Range Zoo have reopened to the public, with lots of new animals and spaces to explore.
The zoo’s upgraded hippopotamus viewing deck now allows even better access to the sweeping panoramic and close-up views of the threatened species’ expansive habitat.
Children are also able to participate in water play activity nearby at Hippo Beach on days where temperatures reach 24C.
Meantime, the zoo’s Savannah is brimming with energy following the arrival of a baby zebra foal and two Scimitar-horned oryx calves during the past two months.
Werribee Open Range Zoo director Glen Holland said it is a fantastic time to welcome people back to the zoo.
“It’s wonderful to see all the smiling faces and people enjoying the Zoo again as they reconnect with the animals,” Mr Holland said.
“The zoo is absolutely picturesque, with the flowers blooming and spacious lawns looking lusciously green. It’s the perfect place for people to reconnect with nature and wildlife.”
“We are particularly grateful to the 280,000-plus Zoos Victoria Members who have continued to support us.
“We have had an overwhelming response for tickets and more tickets will become available as we are able to host more visitors and open up more areas.”
The xoo’s savannah bus tours will reopen for visitors on Friday, November 5.
Meantime, visitors can explore the African River Trail and engage with lions, gorillas, hippopotamus and Australian wildlife.
Every zoo member and visitor must have a ticket pre-booked online and all adult ticketholders (16 years of age and over) are required to provide proof of full vaccination and follow current state government directions at www.coronavirus.vic.gov.au.
For more information about visiting Werribee Open Range Zoo visit zoo.org.au/update.
