Childrens Programs

Four children and a woman watching a bird, possibly a cassowary, receiving a treat from a zookeeper at a zoo or animal sanctuary.
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Puggle Club

Get ready for adventure at Puggle Club where little nature-lovers dive into story-led exploration, meet gentle animal friends, and make their own nature-inspired crafts. Perfect for preschoolers (ages 2-5), this session invites curious tots to explore, create and connect with the outdoors in a fun, friendly space. Older or younger siblings who are keen on nature-play are welcome too!
Join us, spark the imagination and watch your little one’s wonder for nature grow.

Puggle club welcomes up to 15 little ones each session. Each month features two sessions (on alternating Wednesdays) and focuses on a new species; with a new story, craft and animal interaction to enjoy!

  • Price:

    Public - $18pp

    Members - $15pp. Enter membership number in the checkout to receive the discounted price.

    Availability:

    Sessions begin at 10am and run on alternating Wednesdays throughout ACT school term. Sessions run for 50 - 60 minutes.

    Bookings are for a single session. The theme of the sessions changes monthly. Feel free to attend a single session or multiple throughout the year.

    Capacity:

    15pax

    Age requirements:

    Programs designed for children aged 2-5, other ages welcome. 

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Zoocation School Holiday Program

Gear up for a wild, fun-filled day at the zoo! Join us during school holidays for a bold new theme and pack the day with hands-on activities: animal encounters, game-based learning, crafts that go beyond the classroom, and plenty of chances to explore. You can join us for a single unforgettable day or more, or book in for the full week and dive deep into the experience. Bookings open 4-6 weeks before ACT school holidays.

  • Price:

    $112 per person per day

    Availability:

    Zoocation runs weekdays throughout ACT school holidays. Please check the booking calendar for dates.

    9am - 5pm, pick up from 3:30pm.

    Age requirements:

    Program suitable for children in Kindergarten - Year 6.

    (Children must have completed at least one term of Kindergarten, so January holidays are open to Year 1-7).

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Kids Keeper for a Day

Calling all future wildlife champions! In our Keeper for a Day program, participants become part of the team behind the scenes preparing feeds, creating engaging enrichment, and discovering the secrets of animal care at the zoo. With dedicated sessions for Primary (Years 3-6) and Secondary (Years 7-10), this hands-on experience is designed to excite, educate and inspire.

  • Every session includes hands-on animal interactions, reptile meet-and-greet and the chance to enter an animal habitat to explore how we provide the best homes for our residents. 
    Whether your child dreams of working with animals or simply wants an unforgettable day of discovery, this is the perfect chance to get up close, dive into real zoo-life, and perhaps spark a future career in conservation. 

    While this program is designed as a once off experience no two sessions are the same and children can be booked on multiple sessions throughout the year. For a dedicated year long, program check out information on our Junior Zookeepers.

    Price:

    $95pp

    Availability:

    Monthly sessions on Saturdays and Sundays.

    Capacity:

    20pax 

    Age Requirements:

    Primary sessions for students in grades 3 - 6

    Secondary sessions for students in grades 7 - 10

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Junior Zoo Keeper Program

The Junior Zoo Keeper Program delves into the nitty gritty, and often dirty side of caring for animals. Developed for students with a keen interest in animals, Junior Zoo Keepers learn about enclosure design; animal enrichment; animal wellbeing; breeding & conservation; the preparation of appropriate diets; and the clean up after feeding! As a year long program and membership, we build our knowledge each session along with a great community! Click here to learn more.

Feel like the kids are having all the fun?

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Try out our Curious Creatures Tour, a taste of the Zoo Keeper Life that the whole family can enjoy. Learn how we keep our animals mentally and physically engaged during their daily lives at the zoo. Visit behind the scenes in our enrichment room where you will help to make a toy or treat for one of our animals, then continue on to see various training sessions the keepers conduct daily. With a personal guide to answer any questions, this tour shows the hard work, dedication (& fun) that goes into great animal care!  Book a session or voucher here now!