ActivityPhoto Wikimedia CommonsWerribee Open Range Zoo
Victoria · Australia
Experience an open-range safari to see animals roaming the savannah. Explore walking trails to meet the lion pride, visit one of the world’s largest gorilla exhibits, watch playful monkeys, and discover a family of hippos in their wetland home.
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8 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Werribee Open Range Zoo
Welcome to Werribee Open Range Zoo, a remarkable 225-hectare wildlife park located just thirty minutes west of Melbourne’s central business district. As a scholar of conservation and zoology, one immediately appreciates the…
Listen in the app2The Gorilla Forest — The Silverback's Domain
Our first encounter is with the majestic Western Lowland Gorillas. The zoo is home to three impressive silverback males: the patriarch Motaba and his two sons, Yakini and Ganyeka. …
Listen in the app3The African River Trail — Hippos and Hounds
Following the African River Trail, we arrive at the large hippo ponds, home to the matriarch Primrose and her two daughters, Lotus and Tulip. Hippos are highly social and surprisingly territorial animals, spending most of their…
Listen in the app4Cheetah Lookout and the Arid Zone
At the Cheetah Lookout, we see one of nature’s most perfectly adapted hunters. Covered in spots that provide exceptional camouflage, the cheetah can be difficult to spot even in a large enclosure. …
Listen in the app5The Safari — Into the Heart of the Savanna
The centerpiece of the Werribee experience is the Safari Bus tour, a 40-minute journey that takes you through the heart of the open-range habitats. As the bus passes through the massive gates—an experience some visitors liken to…
Listen in the app6The Mongolian Wild Horses — A Conservation Triumph
One of the most significant success stories at Werribee is that of the Mongolian Wild Horses, or Przewalski's horses. These animals are easily distinguished from domestic horses by their stocky build and their upright, 'mohawk'…
Listen in the app7The Australian Trail — Iconic Native Wildlife
Finally, we visit the Australian Trail, a meticulously landscaped area that showcases the unique biodiversity of the local region. Here, the paths are shared with Eastern Grey Kangaroos and Emus, providing an up-close encounter…
Listen in the app8Closing
As our tour of Werribee Open Range Zoo concludes, we hope you carry with you a deeper understanding of the complex relationship between humans and the natural world. From the recovery of the Mongolian Wild Horse to the 24/7…
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What is Werribee Open Range Zoo?
Werribee Open Range Zoo is a place in Victoria · Australia with 8 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Location | Victoria · Australia |
|---|---|
| Type | Activity |
| Story sections | 8 |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | -37.9227, 144.6674 |
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