Werribee Open Range Zoo Weddings

Amazing experience, my kids loved it. Can recommend enough.

The safari included in the entrance fee is definitely a highlight. They have done an awesome job of making lots of interactive kid activities between all the animal enclosures, so even if the animals are hiding away the kids love all the in-between activities.

It was fun especially the Safari Tour. The tour itself is worth the ticket price so thats something not to be missed. It started to rain halfway through our visit so we couldnt really complete covering the whole zoo. Dont expect to see 1000 animals there though but the gorillas are one of the highlights. Nonetheless, still a pleasant trip and great experience in an open range zoo.

Better than Melbourne zoo

My family and I had a great time at Werribee Zoo.

We went on an afternoon during the week, not busy at all and we got to see all the animals and take in the safari bus ride, which is always a favorite with us and the kids!

Nice zoo to visit in Melbourne, do not miss Safari!

Amazing safari experience! And water play for the kids midday while it's hot. I rate this more than Melbourne zoo!

Recomended. Kids love it

Absolutely amazing cannot wait to go back on my next visit to Australia next year

Love this open range zoo! Animals in this zoo look healthy and chilled. This is one of the best half day activities in Melbourne - go to Werribee open range zoo!

Such adorable animals!!

An amazing experience with many different animals to explore, Safari is also tons of fun.

Fabulous feeling of being in nature and amongst the most wonderful people on the planet (The animals).I'm 59yo and loved it

This zoo is fantastic. The work theyve done in the last 5 years or so to improve the quality of the habitats for the animals is amazing. Theyve also put in a lot of work to give the zoo an immersive Disneyland-esque quality, with themed surrounds, and signs featuring names of animals in the Lahore
language of their countries of origin. Looking forward to welcoming the elephants here in the next year or so! Im a Zoos Victoria member and so proud to support their zoos.

Go! Deluxe Safari tour was definitely worth it. Close enough to shake ! Welcoming & friendly staff everywhere! Lots of great picnic areas and cafes. The entire Zoo truly captures the African vibe esp with the live drumming, fun dancing, face painting etc. My favourite hands down is the Ethiopian coffee ceremony. To sit & enjoy hot coffee with popcorn & bread was amazing. Definitely coming back! Favourite animal visit was ! Looking forward to the completion of renovations etc are coming!
Gift shop is great with reasonable prices.

The zoo is a bit far from the city center. We went in the afternoon, just in time to catch the last safari bus at 3:30pm. Sitting on an open bus and watching the wild animals up close are very nice expenrice. We also went along the trail to see other animals, so happy to see the kangaroo and koala. I recommend going in the morning so you can have enough time to explore the zoo.

Animals look happy.. GO on the bus ride just wear a good warm jacket.. Lions are beautiful.. cubs will be on show soon . Food there is expensive.. it's a nice day . Take lunch and have a picnic .

We had a fantastic day at Werribee Open Range Zoo today. Getting there was easy, heaps of parking and being members we were straight in. Lots of animals to see, heaps of things for the kids to do. We had a great chat with two staff members about what we had seen and the kids were also shown some cool snake skins and animals bones while waiting for the bus tour. Easy to find toilets and the cafes to get food. All in all, a great visit and we will return.

Lovely day out, with so much to see and fun atmosphere. Lots of picnic areas to sit and enjoy as well as afew food kiosks and BBQ area. Entry was free for my daughter and safari tour is included in entry price but is 100% optional to take part in. It goes for 40 minutes the safari and our tour guide and driver for it was very funny. Will never forget my daughters face when learning that Camels can hydrate from eating their own snot lol. Fantastic family day out whilst supporting wildlife. The gift shop at the end was also fair priced, soft toys my daughter bought were such great quality for their cost and the jewelry we bought was solid. Highly recommend.

(I put unsure about booking ahead as we didn't, and had no wait time on entry to buy tickets)

We took our granddaughters in school holidays everyone enjoyed the day

super fun
Zoos without fences are so cool
A must-do itinerary when you come to Melbourne!

Good zoo, many activity. All the animal look healthy. Bus is quite long queue.

So beautiful

Highlight of my trip! Our guide Georgia was so knowledgeable! I purchased the Deluxe Safari and this is well worth it. The general public bus was provided and included in admission, but was a large bus that held about 100 people, including many children (not for me), and because of the size of the bus, it could only stay on the road. Our deluxe safari bus only had 9 people, and we were able to drive off road right to see the animals.. We were just a few metres away from all the giraffes, rhinos, ostriches and zebras. 5 stars for sure!!

Best Place to visit with kids

I've been a Zoos Victoria member for over 10 years, and Werribee Zoo never gets boring! It's a short drive from the surrounding suburbs, which means that there is minimal traffic and it's usually easy to find parking spaces. The cafes have great food, the overall environment is kept impeccable. But most importantly the wildlife, obviously monitored closely by dedicated keepers, have large enclosures also kept green by a horticulturist team.

I recommend this zoo for families with children, or anyone in general, as there are tons of entertaining and educational activities for everyone to enjoy (such as the safari bus, which is where you can view most of the animals at one time). It's clear that this zoo values the protection and conservation efforts of wildlife, and visiting is what has made me want to become a zookeeper!

I love this zoo. I have visited it two times, definitely will visit again. I wish it was close to the city.
There is a free safari bus inside the zoo. A long queue, unless you are a very lucky person, you most likely need to wait around 15-20. But, it is very worth it. I recommend you to ride the safari bus.

Absolutely fantastic day, so perfect for all the animals. They all look happy and very content.
They have more freedom than I've seen.
Great family outing, bring a picnic or have a Bbq, and enjoy the beautiful surroundings
It's definitely a must visit

Highly recommend the Deluxe Safari Tour, well worth the extra money. Our guide was so informative.

Get on the private safari tour. You can choose a time that suits you. The guide shares a lot, and you can ask questions.

Great place to visit and worth going on the safari tour. I tried deluxe Safari tour and the guide Meghan was excellent

The open safari tour was fantastic and so lovely to have such close encounters with the animals who werent afraid of coming closer! Lions, rhino, zebra, giraffe and more !!! A must go to family place..

Beautiful slice of heaven. Clean park, amenities easily accessible. Information plaques located throughout the park. Lovely animals. I didn't get eaten so all in all. It was a great day

Best place for family.our kids love it. Keep up your great work.amazing place amazing team

Naturally

Fantastic Zoo!
Highly recommend the overnight stay, it's fantastic for an amazing gift/celebration/any reason you like!
So great seeing the animals with some room to move and enjoy the space.

Not the biggest zoo but thats part of its charm. The kids Safari ride was the highlight, and we got manage to get up close to animals such as giraffes and ostriches. Amazing.

We love the Werribee Zoo, especially its animals, the Safari Bus and the Zoo Keepers. We have been Victoria Zoo members for over three years now.

An incredible experience at Werribee Zoo! The open-range concept made me feel like I was on a real safari. The safari tour was a highlight getting close to giraffes and rhinos was unforgettable. The zoo's commitment to conservation is inspiring. Friendly staff, well-maintained, and perfect for families. A must-visit for nature lovers!

I love coming to Werribee Zoo. This place has lots to offer for children and adults. Membership is affordable with excellent benefits. It's worth checking to get a membership with unlimited entry and discounts.
The highlight is joining the 40-50 minute Safari Bus. Amy, our bus guide, offered excellent knowledge about the animals we encountered on our tour. Amy added her touch about the animals personality and great exciting facts. Everyone in the Tour bus in my group was impressed and left happy.
Their main restaurant has a great food selection from $10-$30. You have the kiosk for quick hot chips, chicken nuggets for the kids and a selection of pies. Of course, there's ice cream to choose from and drinks.
There's plenty of parking on-site and walking distance to the main entrance. It's a nice drive to the Werribee. You can visit the Werribee Mansion and the garden area.

It was such a delight to see the lion cubs with their beautiful mama lion, and the safari tour was the best one yet.

Zoo is pretty good for children to learn about animals life

Beautiful place to visit, the kids enjoyed the experience, not too busy being a school day so no waiting at all. Lots of seating and shaded areas for hot days, and toilets everywhere. Loved the safari shuttle definitely a must to see all the beautiful creatures in this Zoo.

Some renovations are going on, but it did not detract from the fun we had here as a family

Really good, also lots of facilities

Animals at the private safari tour left a strong impression. But what's more impressive is the passion and knowledge of our guide Jill. Hope the next Rhino breeding goes well.

Slumber Safari @ Werribee Zoo was an amazing experience for the family. This place offered a camping experience of being in a tent with all your personal amenities one needs for camping. After settling into our family tent we grouped together and went on a night walk of the zoo. Followed by a nice warm meal and hot chocolate by the outdoor open fire. The next day followed by a private tour of the zoo and a close experience with the rhinoceros and giraffes in the savannah. Highly recommend, lots of great fun for families.

Absolutely loved our day out at Werribee Open Range Zoo! It's not every day you get to see majestic animals roam freely in such vast spaces, feeling almost like you're on an African safari right here in Australia.

The guided bus tour was a highlightfelt so up-close and personal with the animals. The staff were friendly and passionate, always ready to share fun facts. Perfect spot for families or anyone looking to escape the city hustle. It's a reminder of the wonders of nature, and the importance of conservation. Can't wait to go back!

Best place to visit with family

Family friendly, safe environment.

Can't more highly recommend this zoo. Grandkids loved it, despite it being a very busy day. Safari Tour had quite a queue but worth the wait.

Come early and do the safari in the morning and afternoon. The staff are friendly and enthusiastic. Huge props to Aaron the tour guide and the lady dressed as a lion. The food is nice and sitting by the meerkats is a treat. Stay all day and take your time to see all the animals. Fantastic visit.

Nice. Don't miss safari, though there is a big queue.

A relaxed wander through the place looking at all these beautiful creatures.
They all appear to be well cared for, which for some is better than getting poached in the wild. They work with Melbourne Zoo and Healesville Sanctuary to preserve the many species, which in today's world is a must.

Busy

Though undergoing soe abortion renovations, there is still plenty to see and do. The elephant enclosure has been removed & is being reconstructed, so the elephants have been relocated util work is completed.
The meerkat Cafe was very busy, but the food was hot & tasty.
Prices in the Cafe high but are on par with any tourist attraction.

Highly recommend. Especially the safari bus. Each time you go around on it, its a different experience and you can get so close to the animals

Since getting a membership have been a few times recently, love Werribee Zoo and have had a great time with my grandchildren. Only negative is waiting so long in the Safari bus queue, not much you can you about that though.

Great

zoo experience was absolutely amazing! From the moment you stepped through the gates, you were greeted by a world filled with fascinating creatures and incredible sights. The vibrant colors of the birds, the graceful movements of the big cats, and the playful antics of the monkeys brought so much joy to your day. It was like being transported into a whole new world, where you could connect with animals from all corners of the globe. The zookeepers were incredibly knowledgeable and passionate, sharing interesting facts and stories about each animal. You even had the chance to feed some of them and get up close and personal with these magnificent creatures. It was an experience that left you feeling grateful for the wonders of nature and the opportunity to witness such incredible wildlife.

Such a great zoo. I was in a wheelchair and the venue is accessible, including a lift available for getting onto the safari buses. The wheelchair is available for free hire.

You can take your own food in, I even saw a birthday party being held.

Entry for kids is free on Victorian School Holidays and weekends.

Super fun and there were all types of animals! You should go on the safari ride as it brings you up close to the animals and you can get many beautiful photos. Theres also food there so you will never be hungry! 100% recommend to anyone whos looking for a fun experience!

You HAVE to do the Safari experience when you go here. I found that the most interesting animals outside of the Safari were either hidden away, inactive, or just not there. Pretty cool to have an Emu pop out of the bushes right next to you and casually walk past while you freak out a bit. But Safari is where it's at! Super cool tour guides there too that keeps it extra interesting and lay down some great jokes.

Safari slumber over night:

Pros: Very comfortable furniture with electrical outlets, glamping! 4 star features in canvas tent. Very good food and drinks. Late night zoo access. Helps if the kids are quiet before you approach the cheetah. Saw early morning animal feedings, but need to wake up at 7 am.

Cons: minor issues, freeway traffic increased in last 6 months due to Geelong port, need a sound barrier which awaits local govt approval... Also needs a 3rd power point for each bedside for electronic devices.

A beautiful place, God willing

Such a fun day! Great place to spend the day!

My husband and I, had a wonderful time on Early Morning Savannah Experience. Ranger Paul warmly welcomed us with a big smile and friendly. He is very experienced, knowledgeable, and responsible (remind us about safety). Any questions that we asked, he will definitely answered us. We had a great time chatting and sharing our experiences with the animals we've encountered before. Once again thank you Ranger Paul and Werribee Zoo staffs for giving us such a great memories.

the work these guys do is nothing short of amazing. Really recommend paying extra for one of the safari tours. We got so lucky with our driver Ade!! He knew so much and we loved our tour. The animals have so much space and are so healthy and well cared for. Love love love this place

Lovely experience at the zoo.

Animals were beautiful to amazing to see. We definitely had a good day today. Thank you

fantastic! loved here especially seeing wild animals like zebra , rhino , hippocampus
, cheetah and soon to have the elephant arrive from the Melbourne zoo which is something to look forward to. beside that the Safari ride was the best as well it runs for 40 minutes on a bus , definitely feels like in Africa without the lions running around

not many animals

Our family loved it, great local attraction. Super lucky to live so close. Staff are friendly and our tour guide on the 1.30pm (7th Dec 2023) bus was great :) very informative

This was a fantastic experience for my kids. They enjoyed seeing the various animals The zoo was huge with lots of open area for the animals to roam freely. The tram ride was the highlight which was relaxing and the guide was very informative. The park trail was also a fun experience as we got to interact with the roaming animals. Overall, it was a good and fun experience for the family. I will strongly recommend this as a must visit place where you will need at least 2-3 hours to enjoy the various zones thoroughly.

This is such a fun zoo to visit. Great to bring the families, school groups or for work functions (which is what we did).
We played a scavenger hunt game and had so much fun seeing the animals and learning lots.
The safari is definitely a highlight and a must do to get up close to some beautiful creatures.
The staff are all passionate and highly educated in conservation and protection.
Highly recommend if you're looking for a fun corporate event you look here for something different.

We had an amazing time at Werribee zoo. The land seems very adequate for the animals, and seems to replicate their original environment well. Given where the world is at with climate change and hunting, it's great to hear the efforts Werribee zoo has made to ensure the population of these animals. Shout out to Kyle our safari guide too!

Very large facility. The price-performance ratio is very good. I would take the normal safari tour.

A place to relax and share with friends and family

Had great experience

If you're looking for a great day out with the whole family then you have to visit Werribee Open Range Zoo! We had a blast and had to become yearly members too while we were there. Did you know that if you decide you'd like to become a member after you've already paid your entry fee you can and your entry fee gets deducted from the total price! What a win! The Werribee Open Range Zoo is doing such great conservation work, it's worth every penny to help these beautiful animals right in our back yard!!

We had fun experience at this zoo, even though it was rainy day. We were just nice at Hippo talk session with the zookeeper, he is very friendly and informative. All animals are well taken care of. We definitely will visit again next year! Cant wait to see those lovely elephants family from Melbourne zoo moving to the Werribee zoo on 2024. Would recommend this place to anyone, idea for fun family activities at the zoo.

Great Zoo. Open range safari is worth it and very well managed. Animals well looked after, exactly how a zoo should be!

Graet day out with the grand son

Now we know why everyone loves this zoo, fantastic. The staff are knowledgeable & helpful. The Safari was such a highlight - go at lunchtime!
So much to see & it's great to hear about all the conservation work happening. Plenty for the kids to do & enjoy. Definitely take swimmers for the water play area as this was lovely on a hot day.
Be warned - the gift shop is good & we left with enormous fluffy leopards

This place is great. The animals have some room to run around and were happier. It is great to see them participating in repopulating near extinct and extinct in the wild animals back to the wild

The Deluxe Safari is worth it and better than my expectation.
Suggest to be there early for parking and also you wouldnt see much in the afternoon when most of them taking naps.

Great little safari adventure within the zoo. Large area to see animals in more of a natural habitat and the guides give great info during the ride. The rest of the zoo is easy to walk around.

Awesome fun for the kids but the food is quite dear so be prepared, the elephants were not there today but we were promised that they would be there next week.

I recently had the pleasure of visiting Werribee Zoo and the highlight of my visit was undoubtedly the safari ride. This unique experience took me on an exhilarating journey through the zoos extensive grounds, offering close encounters with a variety of wildlife in a setting that closely mimics their natural habitats.

The safari ride was both educational and entertaining, providing insights into the lives of the animals we saw, including giraffes, zebras, and rhinos. The guide was knowledgeable and engaging, making the tour not only informative but also a lot of fun. The animals seemed well-cared for and the vast open spaces they roamed in were impressive.

For those looking for an even more enhanced experience, I highly recommend booking the deluxe safari in advance. This premium option offers a more intimate and personalized tour, allowing for closer views and more detailed information about the wildlife and the zoos conservation efforts.

The rest of Werribee Zoo also didnt disappoint, with well-maintained paths, friendly staff, and a variety of animals to see. However, the safari ride is a must-do its an incredible way to immerse yourself in the wild and witness the majesty of these animals up close. Its an experience that both adults and children will find enjoyable and memorable.

Whether youre a first-time visitor or a returning wildlife enthusiast, Werribee Zoos safari ride is a fantastic way to spend a day out, surrounded by the wonders of nature.

Notes:

Parking can be full so expect a walk in peak hours.

More bins around the park would be nice.

The Werribee Open Range Zoo is truly a great experience. With a diverse array of animals and a spacious environment allowing them to roam relatively freely, it offers a unique and enriching visit. While the adult admission cost of $48 might seem steep, it's comforting to know that the funds likely contribute to a good cause.

The safari ride adds an exciting dimension to the visit, providing an up-close encounter with majestic creatures like giraffes, zebras, and rhinos. Witnessing these animals in a more natural setting enhances the overall zoo experience. Personally, I particularly enjoyed seeing the hippocampus a captivating highlight that added an extra layer of fascination to my visit.

Beautiful Zoo, love the safari tour experience which is free for all. Incredible to see how well looked after the animals are here and the vast amount of space they have to roam around in.

Prefer this Zoo, then Melbourne Zoo, as it portrays the animals a bit better in their natural habitat. There are lots of fun things to do, especially the safari. Easy to speak to staff and good cafe and food choices.

This is the best zoo n Melbourne

We visited it today and the weather was great- not too hot, not too cold, no sunny. It was cool and perfect for walking in the zoo. The air is so fresh. The staff was so nice and friendly. We all loved the Safari bus tour. I am a wheelchair user. They had a well organised for those like me. On the Safari tour, we had chance to see and were introduced to diverse wild animals. Highly recommended

Perfectly place to spend time with kids.

5 stars for the bride's assistant; Andy. She was attentive, helpful, patient and very caring. The couple were very happy, same with the wedding ceremony and reception guests. The other staff were great too.
But for me, this was the first time I had visited the Werribee Zoo, and I don't know.... I was expecting more. Maybe the standard I had in mind was Melbourne Zoo, which is beautiful, lush and meticulously maintained. But Werribee Zoo... not so much.

An experience to remember, staff helpful. A delightful day. Especially Safari ride to see all the animals. A must to do again.

Had the best day at the zoo. We saw all the animals except the wild dogs. You have to be patient for the hippos as they are underwater for long periods. The lions was the highlight. The gorillas are huge. Rhinos, zebras, giraffes, antiplope, ostriches, and so many baby everythings. The lion experience will not be matched I dont think. The elephant enclosure was being built. Get to the open air free safari bus early because there are more people wanting to do it than seats on the bus. Very well run and organised zoo

I miss my experience on Christmas here, everyday everything was perfect and worth it. Safari had a wonderful guide she was funny and charismatic

Great zoo, the safari bus is an awesome experience. Very toddler friendly and a great family day out.

Such an amazing place, this was my first visit with my wife and son.

We all had the best time, we were on the Deluxe Safari and it far exceeded our expectations, our guide was a wealth of knowledge, she genuinely lived what she did.

There were even areas that we didn't look as well didn't have enough time so we will need to return again soon.

Thanks for an amazing day

Great zoo animal displays are great. Safari bus definitely worth going on its part of entry fee. Easily spend a full day there I have a mobility disability but found getting around zoo to be very easy. Highly recommend a visit it's worth every bit of entry fee

Very impressed by this zoo. We enjoyed the 40 min long safari, the children's play area, and especially the display of lions. The zoo used to have a reputation that the animals were far away, however our experience was the opposite. Staff were great too!

Safari is excellent

If you seriously want a taste of Africa, and go on a safari to experience the African savannah wild life or just a great day out - then jump in your car and drive the 30 minutes from the Melbourne CBD to the Werribee Open Range Zoo. If you're just a local or a visitor to Melbourne, then this is a MUST for an out of this World Adventure experience! Why would you pay around $3,600 for an airfare to Africa, and take the 22 hour flight plus tour costs for a safari experience, when you can just about see everything and experience everything at the Werribee Open Range Zoo. You'll pay around $46.00 for an adult admission, and cheaper for concession card holders/pensioners and children for entry, and we suggest you book on line to avoid disappointment. Upon entry, suggest you then jump on the FREE safari adventure bus and listen to the wonderful commentary to experience the African savannah and everything it offers - and this is what makes this Zoo so special, and so different from other Zoo's. Some of the animals you'll see at the Zoo in there natural habitat include - giraffe's, zebra's, rhino's, hippo's, lions, gorillas, African wild dog's, meerkats, various antelopes and deer, bison, snake's, wild horses, ostriches, koala's, and bird life. And there's ample FREE car parking, plenty of clean facilities to use throughout your day, and a snack bar and restaurant for food and drink's. Truly, this was an experience to remember forever - Very Highly recommended

I loved the safari bus.

I was visiting so I went twice only, I love the safari bus, it is busy at times and need booking, got a ticket in the parking lot as I did not notice it was limited

It was an awesome experience.. got a chance to see the Lion and Gorillas from so close.

Sunset safari is amazing

Safari bus was a winner, definitely fantastic to see the animals in large open enclosures. Can't wait for the elephants to move in from Melbourne Zoo later this year.

A great place to visit with family and friends. Open zoo safari is quite big and well maintained. My kids enjoy alot.
Zoo also has nice cafeteria with sufficient variety of foods. Cafeteria do not accept cash so i pay by my international card.
It was nice hot weather but during open zoo safari, weather changes quickly and it turns cool.
I will take at least 3.5 hours to visit all areas of zoo. There are many places to take awesome photos, especially in the huts .
For Australian Trials, there are few Australian animals, kindly include more numbers because African animals, we can see in other countries also.

Had a lovely time at the zoo. Was last night of the African safari, great music. Brought a hamper to share.

I loved visiting this place. The safari ride is lovely. The organization was very good and everything is signposted. In any case, if you get lost you can always contact the zoo staff and they will be happy to help. It is a plan to enjoy with family, partner or friends.

Great day out with my 2yr!

Great animals and enclosures - love those lions and the safari bus. The keepers and staff were so knowledgeable, friendly and so helpful. Thank you for making it so enjoyable.

We did the morning savannah tour with Michael and had the most incredible experiences. I almost can't believe the photos and videos we got because they're so amazing they look like a safari.
Michael gave us an amazing insight into the animals and the zoos inner workings. His commentary brought the landscape to life and taught us about biology, logistics, breeding, importing, and welfare of the incredible animals they keep in the zoo.

Absolutely recommend coming to Werribee open range zoo. It is really easy to get to from Melbourne. You can take a train from Flinders Street station direct to Werribee after you get off the train stop at Werribee, there is a bus that runs to the zoo. They run pretty frequently on the weekend and are always filled with tourists going to the zoo or the mansion. During the weekday, the bus runs hourly, so make sure you check out the schedule or it is really easy to grab an Uber from the train station as an alternative.

The highlight of this zoo absolutely has be the safari. If you go during peak times or on the weekends, there's going to be a very long line to go on the safari. It is very similar to the animal kingdom safari if you have gone to Disneyland in the states. You get to see a variety of animals in their natural habitat and learn a lot of fun facts about the zoo one of my favorite fun facts was that the Water buffalo smell absolutely terrible.

Food options aren't great at the zoo but you can get a burger and some good coffee. There are some nice spots to eat by the train station so maybe build in some time to stop there before heading home.

TLDR definitely worth a visit. You can also expand your trip and go to the mansion. Really easy and fun day trip from Melbourne.

Honestly best zoo we have been to, so family friendly, throughout the entire zoo there is many play areas/ activities for the kids, even a splash pad which was very popular. Canteen inside also so no need to go to the bistro at the main entrance. Great service throughout the zoo. Definitely worth the visit and the entry price ticket includes a safari ride which is an awesome addition.

Had a really nice day out with my family. Got in early (around 10am) and it wasn't overly busy. Ended the day with a ride on the safari bus. Don't be disheartened at the potential massive line for the bus as there are multiple buses, and the turnover time is fairly quick. We saw the most being on the bus as a lot of the other animals were either hiding, sleeping, or simply not in the enclosure at the time. There are lots of food stops and a playground for the kids. It's not too far from the freeway, so getting there is fairly straightforward.

It was excellent

Always fun to visit Werribee Zoo with the kids during school holidays

Awesome experience!!

I did a Slumber safari - overnight stay and I loved the experience. They take you out for a twilight bus ride, evening walk around the park and couple of close wildlife encounters . The staff were really friendly, food was good and accommodation was good as well. It was a unique experience.

If you love wildlife and you cannot travel to Africa, I highly recommend to do slumber safari experience.

Safari bus tour was definitely a highlight! It's free with normal entrance ticket and leaves often so you don't have to wait for long. Would recommend seeing the hippos in the morning as they go into the water during the hotter times of the day and hard to get a good look at them when they're under the water.

Havent been for ~15+ years and the zoo has grown, the safari is fantastic with around 10 minute waits and massive safari busses. The staff were polite and love what they do, all very chirpy for working on a public holiday and great with kids. Great experience and the moving Dinos are on the loose

Great day out! Lots to see, friendly staff and big enclosures for the animals. My 2 & 4 y/o especially liked the safari bus ride. The queue was long but moved quickly and the guide was terrific.

Amazing zoo for family, friends and everyone. Highly recommended you got to experience the safari bus to see for yourself those incredible animals in front of your eye, that close to you. And today our guy is Leo to explain those animals knowledge and culture for us. Its an extra cost to do this but trust me, its worthwhile. And you will not regret it.

Werribee Open ranges is a great experience, especially with younger kids with the free safari bus! You get to see animals right up next to bus. It is definitely a whole day trip location and they allow you to bring your own food to have a picnic lunch. There are plenty of places (benches and soft grass) to have lunch. Plenty of great photo opportunities as you can see here!

The best zoo I have experienced. The animals are so relaxed and happy

Loved it here! Highly recommend. The animals had large areas to roam, and the safari bus gets you up close enough to see all and get some amazing photos!

Safari tour is very good

Amazing

Kids love the safari bus

This is a must see in Melbourne just about an hr drive the zoo was so cool the safari was so cool and is just over 40 mins but included in price I recommend for all ages

What a lovely few hours at the Open Range Zoo today, we all loved it, especially the Deluxe Safari as it got you close with fewer people and good commentary.
If you live close enough a Yearly Pass is a great idea.
I thought the animal enclosures were well thought out with them having plenty of space. Great to see.
The new elephant enclosure will be a real benefit to the zoo.

A really excellent experience, we went as two adults and found it exceed our expectations. The Deluxe Safari Adventure extra was also well worth the money and I would highly recommend this to adults and kids alike. As you can see from my photos - I saw a lot of great animals.

Had a lovely day here. The dinosaur exhibit was very well done. Thoroughly enjoyed channelling the child in me. We'll worth a visit.

Amazing place for kids. Overall lovely experience.

Great day for the whole family. The safari is a must

It occupies a very large area, allowing animals to have a lot of space to move around.
In addition to the free park train, it is also recommended that you buy a private tour
You can see animals very close and have plenty of time to take photos
The tour guide explains carefully
The animals seem to be in good condition~~~
The monkey area also has many breeding facilities with enriched environments.
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The most amazing zoo Ive had the pleasure of visiting. The animal enclosures were massive which enabled them to live as they would in a natural environment. All enclosures were clean and well looked after. The safari bus tour was a must do, so informative and such a fantastic experience. So much to do with the kids and the park itself was spotless. A must do!

As I wrote for Safari Station (bus). Never exactly the same each time. Different experience each time.

Bus Safari through open areas where the animals can freely wander is great. Strong conservation message.

extremely kid friendly

My absolute favourite zoo in Australia. The animals are mostly in their natural setting, not in cages. You also go in a bus type of vehicle to meet the animals at a very close range.

Great day out well worth a visit.

So glad to have taken the Deluxe Safari Adventure. We met rhinos, giraffes, zebras & antelopes up close, which was an incredible experience. However, the best part was our guide - hes a natural stand-up comedian & made the whole tour even more enjoyable. Highly recommend this adventure for anyone looking for an unforgettable wildlife encounter!

Good place to enjoy with family and friends

Great day out, loved the place

Always fun to visit Werribee Zoo with kids. They never get bored of the Safari bus, food options are nice for kids, big food cafe sitting area, toilets. Sometimes takes a while to find parking, but once you enter you fell like you are in an actual safari. Love how giraffe, zebra, rhinos and other animals share the open area similar to the wild.a regular weekend getaway for the kids and family

Very good zoo, very good safari tour, very big zoo and well maintained, staff is very helpful.
Zebras are most liked animal in the zoo.
Second hippos seen is really pleasure.
Camels, deer's are very attractive too. Wild cats are in lazy mood might be they are boar.
Ancient wool factory is treasure for tourist.

I like the food inside the zoo, also we got food from home and it's been very good picknik we had.
Kids enjoyed they there is day out.

A fantastic Zoo, this one is a must see, and great for children, its a good idea to take some food etc too, Highly recommended

Great zoo. I really enjoyed the safari bus tour. However the food was quite expensive like up to $7 for lunch. But the experience was awesome

Took my partner on the Slumber Safari yesterday. The guides were knowledgeable and friendly. The sleeping quarters were private and very warm and aesthetically pleasing. The food for breakfast and dinner is cooked by chefs and far exceeded expectations. The animals are very well looked after and f the staff really care.

Best zoo in Melbourne. You can experience jungle safari, walking exploring trail, maze. Quick eatery cafe and rest rooms are facilitated well. Dino park is plus point here. Good place to hangout with friends and family.

Good for the families with kids. They are making a new elephant enclosure as well.

This zoo is small compared to Melbourne Zoo but experience you get is different. It has a safari bus ride and you get to see animals roaming freely in their surroundings. You need half a day to finish the zoo. On school holidays it is crowded. Better buy tickets in advance. Lots of parking.

Great place to bring kids and make sure to bring picnic rug and food for lunch as its going to take the whole day to go around the place.

There's a free safari ride in the zoo and if you are feeling fancy there's a DELUXE safari you can purchase on top of the entrance ticket.

Lots of animals are roaming around, not sleeping dead

The zoo already has a wide range of animals and It's expanding even more.

Best and quick day out for anyone especially kids.
Get food from your home or outside because the food is so so expensive.
You need only 3-4 hours maximum to look around the animals and first go to the open range drive rather than walking around because it gets over crowded in the late afternoon hours.
Highly recommended to all age groups to visit at least once.

Booked the deluxe safari and it was a gloomy and rainy day. Was expecting the experience to be dampened but the safari took the cake. Best experience ever with the vehicle going up close and personal with the free roaming animals. Highly recommend the deluxe safari pack. Do the safari first then tour the zoo after.

Amazing place to come with the whole family! So many activities to see and quite a number of animals as well!

Went on the Delux safari with my best friend, we were the only 2 who booked but the driver was amazing. Funny, charismatic and engaging, he was so full of interesting information and he made the whole thing a really enjoyable experience albiet a freezy cold experience lol. I'm taking my kids back soon cause now I know how much they will love it

For my first time it was truly an incredible experience! The staff are so informed on the animals in their care. It was also really exciting to see the future home of the Melbourne Zoo elephants being created!

Nice place to go on a safari

was really fun

The best zoo in Victoria! The safari bus is always great - sometimes we go just to go on the bus! The dinos are great when they're there. And the water play area is amazing for the little kids when it's warm.
Staff are always depending, plenty of toilets, food and picnic spots.

I really admire e environment n also seeing e animals in reality .....

Amazing experience. The shuttle bus goes through animal enclosures, getting us up and close with several animals.

We visited Werribee Open Range Zoo a couple of weeks ago and had a fantastic time. It was a great way to see a wide variety of African animals in a spacious setting. My nephew especially loved the gorilla and the giraffes.
We did the safari tour which was a great way to get up close to the animals the line for the safari was very long but it went very quickly so dont be discourged. The zoo is well-maintained and the staff were friendly and helpful.
Overall, we had a great day at Werribee Open Range Zoo and would definitely recommend it to others.

Great day out for the kids, very easy walk. Also reasonable parking, watch out for the huge puddles. Looking forward to seeing the elephants when they arrive

pls note that the public bus departs from werribee station only once per hour.. so plan yr trip accordingly and try not to miss the bus like us

we loved the safari tour a lot, such an exciting ride and we had lots of close encounters with the giraffes never had anything like this before

We loved the Dino exhibit and the safari bus. The layout is perfect for little legs with plenty of rest stops and toilets. The cafe has a great selection of food and there are kiosks throughout the zoo for drinks and snacks. Highly recommend for a family day out!

My Family had the greatest experience ever! Thanks Werribee!

Excellent VIP tour with a guide that just knew everything about the animals and filled us to brain overload of knowledge. Well worth the additional money as you get up close to the exhibits.

You should not miss the tallest giraffe in the world......

Well organised. Good views. Interesting to see behind the scenes. Personnel very knowledgeable and happy to talk with us.

We went on the Deluxe Tour with James as a guide. It was brilliant. There were only four people on the open bus (this is the paid tour) and we saw animals in a natural environment and up close with excellent commentary, info and answers to our questions. James radiated enthusiasm for the park and his passion for wildlife and saving species from extinction shone through.

What an amazing place to visit. It was a joy to watch our grandchildren marvel at seeing the animals up so close, while the animals were wandering on the open range. A great variety of exotic animals.

So much fun

We were so lucky that most of the animals came out when were there. This zoo is a must go if youre there.

Great place to take the entire family. The kids will love it, so will the grandparents.

Werribee Open Range Zoo is without a doubt my absolute favourite of all zoos I've ever been too (nationally and internationally).

Absolutely nothing competes with the safari bus and all of the zoo workers are so good telling everyone facts and things about all of the animals.

We got extremely lucky on our most recent visit getting up close and personal with the giraffes. We also saw a baby zebra sleeping and his mother standing there to protect it, which was very cute.

We are members, so we will definitely be back when the elephants come across from Melbourne Zoo.

Absolutely wonderful time. Skies were grey and overcast for half of the day but that didn't deter the staff from wearing smiles on their faces and being happy to answer any questions you may have had.
Without a doubt I will be visiting again.

What an amazing place to visit. The safari ride is great and the animal enclosures are great. We will definitely go again!

Couldn't speak more highly of this Zoo great place to bring families and and the Sahara ride is a great adventure for the kids and they would have an absolute ball as my grandson and nieces and nephews did

Love the way you guys updated the park since last 5 years.
I brought dev when he was a baby and then now after 5 years. He was excited to see the safari zoo ride and surprising he knew all the animals the missing were the lion and gorilla and happy to hear that elephant is on his way.

Day 1 visit safari zoo and the rest will be next week . Photos taken from s22 ultra

Werribee Open Range Zoo offers a unique African safari experience just 30 minutes from Melbourne. Visitors can enjoy expansive enclosures and animal encounters, including giraffes, rhinos, and hippos. The zoo features a walking trail with native Australian wildlife and various immersive experiences like the Slumber Safari and Sunset Safari

Nice safari tour, a bit far from city if you do not drive

Werribee Zoo is an outstanding destination. It is an excellent choice for a fun and adventurous day outdoor, The safari bus tour is magnificent providing a unique up-close encounter with the animals just a short distance away. I have visited multiple times and look forward to returning. Highly recommended.

Feel of an Africa safari.

One of the best zoos in Victoria. If you have the opportunity to stay overnight that is an awesome opportunity. Walking around the zoo at night is a surreal experience. The guides and food were fantastic. The sleeping quarters (Glamping) was very comfortable. When the 9 elephants arrive in December and out for people to see will be amazing as they will have 42 hectares to roam around. This is a must do.

Went there with our granddaughter, she enjoyed every bit of the safari journey. We had a great day. Being a public holiday a big crowd was there, still the zoo people managed it very well.

Perfect day out with the family

It was an amazing experience with Werribee Zoo. I really happy with overall and especially special thanks to our Safari bus driver LJ very friendly and funny bring up the vibe. And love how amazing the pace and animal is. Knowing that our tickets money mostly go to help the animals. Im so glad

What a brilliant Zoo! So many wonderful animals to see ! Best to go on a Day that's not too hot as a lot of it is open so you'll be walking in the sun all day. Got so many beautiful photos! We really enjoyed the Safari tour, allows you to get closer to the animals. Goes for about 40 minutes and it's included in your ticket price. A really fun day out, either by yourself, with a partner, with the family or with friends !!
Better to get there early as the car park gets full very quickly!

Was great experience and surprisingly fun. Definitely bring water bottles when you come though.

Great size enclosures for the animals. The safari was nice, saw the baby rhino.
Nice areas for kids to play. Hippo splash area was not on when we went, which was a shame.
Good food at the Tribal Beats Kiosk and cool souvenirs at the zoo shop.

Great experience for adults and kids alike. Must take the bus ride through the open range zoo.