Start Date14th Sep 2024 End Date14th Sep 2024
Starlight Safari Nights
14th September & 28th September 2024
Join us as we remain open until 9.00pm! As the temperature drops and the senses sharpen you will have the chance to see some of our animals in a whole new light, as some bed down for the evening whilst for others the night is just beginning…
PLUS you can book to take part in our Giraffe Feeding Experience at 12:15pm, 2:15pm, 4:00pm & 5:00pm
Passholders: This event is FREE for Zoo Passholders. Simply turn up on the day and bring with you your valid zoo pass to gain entry into the zoo.
Paying Visitors: We recommend all non-passholders to book their tickets online in advance to receive the best price on admission.
Timetable:
One Drum
Take part in a workshop and then watch a LIVE performance.
| One Drum Workshop | 6:00pm – 6:40pm | Main Stage |
| One Drum Performance | 8:00pm – 8:40pm | Main Stage |
Tales under the Stars
5:30pm to 8:00pm
Elephant Paddock, near Safari Snack Shack
Listen to paw-some stories under the stars into the evening.
Zootastic Zoo Crew Party
11:30am, 3:00pm & 7:00pm
Main Stage
Dance and sign with the Zoo Crew!
Darkness Dwellers
5:30pm – 8:30pm
At the Nature Area near Tiger Taiga
Learn more about our native bats with our education team down at the Nature Area.
Dinosaur Realm
9:30am to 8:00pm
Dinosaur Realm
Take a step back in time and come face to face with prehistoric animals.
Dancing Fountains
5:30pm to 9:00pm
Lake, near Aardvark Burrow
Watch our dancing fountains splash along to music and light at our lake as the sun begins to set.
The Exploratorium
11:00am to 8:00pm
Inside Kingdom of the Wild
Discover what’s in the boxes with our friendly Education Team!
Fire Pit
5:30pm to 8:30pm
Lake, near Wrap and Roll
Roast and toast marshmallows with the whole family at the fire pit with a delicious treat.
Face Painting Station
11:00am to 8:00pm
Face Painting Station
Turn into your favourite animal with our vibrant face paint.
Animal Encounters
Find out more about your favourite species.
| 5:20pm | African animals – Kingdom of the Wild (outside paddock) |
| 5:20pm | Bornean orangutan – Rajang’s Forest |
| 5:40pm | Mandrill – Edge of Africa |
| 6:00pm | Cheetah – Edge of Africa |
| 6:00pm | Gelada baboons – Gelada Plateau |
| 6:20pm | Humboldt penguin – Inca Trail |
| 6:20pm | Red panda – River’s Edge |
| 6:40pm | Amur Tiger – Tiger Taiga |
| 6:40pm | Komodo dragons – Dragons of Komodo |
| 7:00pm | Smooth-coated otters – Otter Creek |
| 7:00pm | African elephant – Elephant Kingdom (inside viewing area) |
| 7:10pm | Spotted hyena – Edge of Africa |
| 7:20pm | Meerkat – Suricata Sands |
| 7:40pm | Malayan sun bear – Bears of the Rising Sun (lower viewing area) |
| 8:00pm | Patagonian sea lion – Playa Patagonia (torchlight feed) |
Please beware that all events, dates and times are subject to change. All catering outlets will close an hour before zoo close.