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Koala Encounter
Highlights
- Meet Peaches and Pretzel, the adorable koalas, and enjoy an intimate encounter just minutes from Adelaide CBD.
- Hand-feed fresh gum leaves to the koalas, experiencing their gentle nature and soft fur up close.
- Observe Whitney the Echidna as she waddles through the habitat, adding to your unique wildlife experience.
- Learn from passionate keepers about the habits and routines of these iconic Australian animals during your visit.
Come and hang with the adorable koala duo!
Looking to meet some of Australia’s most iconic animals, just minutes from the Adelaide CBD? Step behind the scenes and get up close with the beautiful Koala duo in this unforgettable experience.
Join our passionate keepers inside the Koala habitat and learn all about Peaches and Pretzel, from their favourite foods to their sleepy routines. You’ll have the chance to hand-feed them fresh gum leaves and, if they’re feeling friendly, gently pat their soft fur.
You’ll also meet Whitney the Echidna, who loves to waddle through the habitat, often right past your feet! It’s a special encounter with two truly unique Australian species.
Tour details
- On demand
Features
Service facilities
Actively welcomes people with access needs.
General access
- Offers multiple options for booking – web, email, phone is available.
- Offers a range of contact methods for receiving complaints.
- Companion Cards are accepted.
- Employs people with disabilities.
- Staff are trained in disability awareness.
- Accessibility information and photos, including of a bathroom, room and/or floor plan on their website (can be emailed on request).
- Asks all visitors if there are any specific needs to be met.
- Website meets <a href="https://www.w3.org/WAI/standards-guidelines/wcag/" target="_blank">WCAG 2.0</a> accessibility standards
- Advise tour guides of the access needs of guests at the time of booking (includes pick up and drop off requirements)
- Assistance with booking arrangements (includes providing clear itineraries with written instructions on what to do at various destinations)
Communication
Welcomes and assists people who have challenges with learning, communication, understanding and behaviour. (includes people with autism, intellectual disability, Down syndrome, acquired brain injury (ABI), dyslexia and dementia)
Physical – Wheelchair
Caters for people who use a wheelchair.
Access & Inclusion
An access and inclusion statement is available on the business website.
- https://www.adelaidezoo.com.au/accessibility/
Operation information
Adelaide Zoo Experiences
Adelaide Zoo, one of Adelaide’s most iconic attractions, is home to more than 2,500 animals and 250 species of exotic and native mammals, birds, reptiles and fish exhibited over eight hectares of magnificent botanic surroundings.
The zoo offers a range of unique opportunities to get even closer to native and exotic wildlife. Connect with a gigantic giraffe as you feed them a tasty carrot, see Pygmy Hippo Obi munch through treats or go behind the scenes to feed Australasia’s only Giant Pandas!
Tags
Accreditations
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ATEC Tourism Trade Ready
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Climate Action Business Certified by Ecotourism Australia
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ECO Certified (Advanced Ecotourism) by Ecotourism Australia
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ECO Certified (Ecotourism) by Ecotourism Australia
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EcoStar Accreditation
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Quality Tourism Accreditation
Memberships
- Australian Tourism Export Council
- Tourism Industry Council of SA
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