Werribee Open Range Zoo
Werribee Open Range Zoo
Werribee Open Range Zoo
4.5
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Monday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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Experience an African adventure just 30 minutes from Melbourne. You'll find an amazing array of animals living on 225 hectares of wide, open savannah. On the Pula Reserve Walking Trail, come face-to-face with amazing gorillas, a pride of lions, see monkeys and cheetahs at play and feel the sand between your toes at the new Hippo Beach! Included in your admission price is a 40 minute safari tour where you will find rhinoceros, giraffes, zebras and antelopes grazing together on the picturesque savannah. Experience Slumber Safari, where you stay overnight in our luxury safari tents overlooking the savannah. Your stay includes amazing close-up animal encounters, drinks and dips at sunset, and a sumptuous African feast!
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Graeme S
1 contribution
Thoroughly enjoyed our visit, the Safari guide was very informative and it was great to get up close to the animals
I would recommend this tour
I would recommend this tour
Written 2 November 2023
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Farah P
36 contributions
I highly highly recommend going on the deluxe safari. This way you get to see the animals closer and the guide, Ouf! So knowledgeable and have so many interesting facts to share with you.
Little kids and adults will enjoy it the same
Little kids and adults will enjoy it the same
Written 28 October 2023
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Fiona A
1 contribution
Sep. 2023 • Family
It was fantastic to get on the tour bus within minutes, especially because of school holidays. The tour guide was excellent full of information and good character. We were lucky and had a good view of al of the animals.
Written 25 October 2023
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Hardeep K
1 contribution
Sep. 2023 • Family
The views were amazing. We took so many photos. We enjoyed safari ride and good lunch area. It was good experience.
Written 20 September 2023
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Small_BuG_123
Jiangsu, China128 contributions
Sep. 2023 • Family
This zoo quite big, and could use more than 4 hours to complete.. It is amazing that we could get very close to hippo, zebra, giraffe and many. My kids love it !
Written 17 September 2023
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Dana S
1 contribution
Sep. 2023 • Family
This Place Is INCREDIBLE. The animals are very well taken care of, The safari bus is amazing, and AMAZING group of australian, and asian but mainly african animals, hippos are so cute! If your going with a family then make sure you take a look at the brand new lion cubs, so CUTE. Keep in mind that im writing this in 2023 lion cubs may be lions if your tourists planning a trip, And Cat Show is GREAT!
Written 14 September 2023
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Steven C
Melbourne, Australia6 contributions
Aug. 2023 • Couples
This is a wonderful experience. The food was tasty and generous, and dietary needs advised in advance are catered for. The safari tents are comfortable and attractive. You are glamping, so expect a closer relationship with outside than a hotel might provide. The highlight is obviously the animal experience, day and night. Our rangers, including Mike who looked after us overnight and in the morning, were friendly, engaged, passionate and knowledgeable. We met the older rhinos up close, saw the cheetah at night resting just a metre from us, and had an early tour before opening time when rhinos, giraffes and zebra came right up to the truck to check us out! We also saw a lot of the behind scenes operations which was informative and fascinating. It is genuinely like doing a mini safari.
Written 12 August 2023
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Suzanne H
4 contributions
Jun. 2023 • Couples
The delux tour was totally worth the extra cost. If you just want to walk and see animals, the zoo is lacking. Very nice to walk though, beautifully laid out. Being able to get so close to animals on the tour was incredible. Our guide, Fitsu I think, was just lovely and very knowledgeable. Would definitely pay to do this again.
Written 27 July 2023
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FoodnTravelreviews
Australia472 contributions
A nice day out with the family.
The zoo is looking a little tired now and could use some upkeep. Even the entrance and fake animals could use a refresh.
I thought lunch options were pretty good for a zoo. There were pies and sausage rolls, sandwiches ( although I couldn't find any avo on my avocado and chicken sandwich) and wrap salads , burgers and chips plus cakes and muffins and ice-cream. A couple of cafes along the zoo walks too. Prices are extremely inflated as is expected. Gift shop was ok. Again, extremely overpriced.
The safari was good. Bring a jacket as it can get cold.
Overall a good few hours but would love to see the $$$ going into some enhancements. It has the potential to be great.
Parking was a nightmare. Signage is lacking. Definitely needs a parking attendant or signs that show which lots are full and where spaces are available.
The zoo is looking a little tired now and could use some upkeep. Even the entrance and fake animals could use a refresh.
I thought lunch options were pretty good for a zoo. There were pies and sausage rolls, sandwiches ( although I couldn't find any avo on my avocado and chicken sandwich) and wrap salads , burgers and chips plus cakes and muffins and ice-cream. A couple of cafes along the zoo walks too. Prices are extremely inflated as is expected. Gift shop was ok. Again, extremely overpriced.
The safari was good. Bring a jacket as it can get cold.
Overall a good few hours but would love to see the $$$ going into some enhancements. It has the potential to be great.
Parking was a nightmare. Signage is lacking. Definitely needs a parking attendant or signs that show which lots are full and where spaces are available.
Written 23 July 2023
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Promisetobegood
Auckland Central, New Zealand201 contributions
Deluxe Safari for 2 adults and 2 children. Paid a bit more to get up close to some of the beautiful animals. Informative and entertaining guide knew how to keep us amused, relaxed and engaged the whole hour long safari. Little kids were fascinated with the giraffes, rhinos (!!), camels, zebras - all the animals roaming free and so healthy well cared for. A wonderful experience and we learnt alot about how open range zoos can support international conservation efforts.
Written 29 June 2023
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Are there lockers?
Small_BuG_123
Jiangsu, China128 contributions
Sorry, I dont see any locker.
Magret R
Warragul, Australia20 contributions
is there bbq you can use and bring your own food??
PhoebeNJ
Australia4,984 contributions
Not sure. You are allowed to bring your own food. According to their website a BYO picnic is welcome. There is also a CHEETAH BBQ facility for hire at $200 just ring 1300 966 784
Is there lockers to store your bags whilst walking around zoo
sandm4ever
Werribee, Australia77 contributions
Hi, I think I can remember smaller size lockers, but probably worth checking in case you need to book:
1300 966 784
Sorry couldn’t say for sure no information on website or map.
hazelmomo03
Singapore, Singapore68 contributions
May I ask which timings for Off Road Safari would be recommended?
Kitty
Melbourne, Australia60 contributions
As you enter the zoo, make your way to the safari bus area as early as possible. It’s at the back of the zoo, on the right hand side. The lines can get long, but the advantage is there is more than one safari bus going at the same time. So the wait is not unbearable.
Enjoy 🐘
Yann
1 contribution
Hi, do i need to buy the offroad safari tickets to go around and experience the safari ? does the admission tickets allows me to experience the safari too? its quite a steep fee for the offroad for a family of four
Kid_U_Not58
Melbourne, Australia786 contributions
A 40 minute free safari is included with your entry. It travels a dirt track. The offroad is another experience where your small vehicle goes off the track, very close to the animals. The free safari is wonderful. Enjoy!
Can I hire a car for the walking section of the zoo?
Kid_U_Not58
Melbourne, Australia786 contributions
Wheelchairs are available for $20 refundable deposit and photo ID. There is a golf buggy driven by volunteer guides to take you around the paths, which is best if booked before your visit.
品品 李
New Taipei, Taiwan
If I arrive at 3pm, can I catch up the safari bus?
What time is the last safari bus work?
Thanks a lots.
lei k
Hong Kong, China996 contributions
hello, I am not sure the last safari bus work, if the zoo closes on 5pm, the safari tour takes around 40 mins, guess the last safari bus will be 4pm.
730matthew
Sydney, Australia170 contributions
How can I get to the zoo from the Werribee mansion?
We are planning to visit both the zoo and the mansion in Werribee
Also we are based in Melbourne city near the southern cross station .. how can I get to the zoo from there by public transport
Many thanks
Deb C
Bendigo, Australia76 contributions
Its hard to get there by public transport - you can get a train easy enough - get the Werribee train - but you then have to find a way to the zoo which is a good couple of kms from the station (I believe there is a bus but unsure of times and bus number so you may need to check with bus co.) alternatively get train to Werribee and catch a taxi from the station. enjoy
730matthew
Sydney, Australia170 contributions
How can I get to the zoo from the Werribee mansion?
We are planning to visit both the zoo and the mansion in Werribee
Also we are based in Melbourne city near the southern cross station .. how can I get to the zoo from there by public transport
Many thanks
Cheryl R
Werribee, Australia52 contributions
Hi Matthew. Welcome to Melbourne. If you get a train to Werribee Station, you can catch a bus which goes to The Mansion AND the Zoo. The bus route number is 439. Good luck and I'm positive you'll enjoy both venues.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Werribee Open Range Zoo
- Werribee Open Range Zoo admission prices can vary. Entrance tickets currently cost AU$46.73, while a popular guided tour starts around AU$30.48 per person.
- According to Tripadvisor travellers, these are the best ways to experience Werribee Open Range Zoo:
- Werribee Open Range Zoo General Admission Ticket (From AU$46.73)
- Deluxe Safari Adventure at Werribee Open Range Zoo - excl. entry (From AU$59.94)
- Melbourne City Card (3 Days): Visit Unlimited Attractions! (From AU$273.27)
- The Ultimate Melbourne Attractions Pass (From AU$103.15)
- Melbourne City Card (2 Days): Visit Unlimited Attractions! (From AU$212.31)
- Hotels near Werribee Open Range Zoo:
- (0.82 km) Werribee Park Motor Inn
- (1.42 km) Quest Werribee
- (1.78 km) Lancemore Mansion Hotel Werribee Park
- (1.29 km) Werribee Motel & Apartments
- (1.44 km) Holiday Inn Werribee, An IHG Hotel
- Restaurants near Werribee Open Range Zoo:
- (2.25 km) Shadowfax Winery
- (1.15 km) The South Corner
- (1.54 km) Black Seed Cafe
- (1.54 km) Chatterbox Cafe
- (1.42 km) Master Wok Chinese Restaurant
- Attractions near Werribee Open Range Zoo:
- (1.25 km) Victoria State Rose Garden
- (0.97 km) Fit City Tours
- (1.88 km) Werribee River Park
- (0.80 km) Bumblebeez Play Centre & Cafe
- (1.04 km) Werribee Visitor Information Centre