Interaction
Wellington Zoo is focused on providing an immersive and interactive experience for Zoo visitors and has several unique activities on offer.
A variety of talks and demonstrations are held on a day-to-day basis including the chance to meet Wellington Zoo’s unofficial mascot, Tahi the one-legged Kiwi, up close.
The Zoo has Close Encounters opportunities with cheetah, giraffe and red panda, where visitors can meet, touch and learn about the animals. In the Big Cat Experience, visitors can see how the lions and tigers are trained to make medical care simpler, and can participate in feeding the animals. At The Nest – Te Kōhanga, visitors can observe and ask questions of the Zoo veterinarians while they provide previously behind-the-scenes medical care to a wide range of animals on a daily basis. In the Living Room, Zoo educators entertain children with fun and informative sessions that have proven to be a great hit.
For children, the Zoo accommodates school visits and sleepovers, while for adults there are a variety of locations for holding functions. These experiences can include guided tours and the chance to meet the Zoo’s contact animals.
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