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CANBERRA REPTILE ZOO  
 
WE ARE OPEN 7 days a week. Tickets can be purchased at the door or online.  
 
O'Hanlon Place, Nicholls ACT 2913  
 
Gold Creek village, opposite the clock tower  
 
Phone: (02) 6253 8533  
 
info@canberrareptilezoo.org.au  
 
Open 7 days a week: 10am - 5pm

Canberra Reptile Zoo - School/ Educational facility & Group Bookings

 
 
 
 
Where Learning Meets Adventure  
 
Canberra Reptile Zoo is fast becoming a favourite destination for local and interstate schools, universities, and educational groups ? where learning comes alive! Led by our expert animal keepers, students embark on unforgettable hands-on experiences filled with fascinating talks, close encounters, and interactive Q&A sessions inside our all-weather indoor exhibits and outdoor play areas.  
 
Not just reptiles! Meet owls, gliders, possums, and other remarkable Australian fauna in a program designed to connect learning with the wild side of nature.  
 
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Day Programs  
 
Our flexible 90-minute sessions are ideal for school excursions and group visits, with options to extend for a 30-minute lunch or snack break. We welcome groups of 10 to 200 participants, and our fully enclosed facility provides peace of mind for supervisors ? plus two outdoor playgrounds for students to unwind and explore.  
 
Programs are tailored to all age groups, from early learning centres to universities. Every session includes age-appropriate safety briefings and a focus on conservation through understanding, ensuring an engaging and educational experience for every visitor.  
 
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Night Programs  
 
As the sun sets, the adventure continues! Experience the nocturnal world as Australia?s night-time wildlife comes alive. Guided by our expert keepers, students enjoy an exclusive evening of animal encounters, keeper talks, and Q&A sessions, with access to our indoor reptile exhibits.  
 
Not into reptiles? Don?t worry ? our night programs feature gliders, owls, possums, and other fascinating creatures in an all-weather setting that blends excitement with education. Perfect for school camps, STEM groups, and wildlife enthusiasts seeking something truly unique!  
 
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Mobile Incursions  
 
Can?t make it to us? We?ll bring the experience to you! Canberra Reptile Zoo offers mobile incursions across the ACT, featuring a 60-minute interactive presentation delivered by one of our experienced animal keepers. These sessions combine fun, education, and close-up animal encounters ? perfect for classrooms, assemblies, and community events.  
 
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Bookings & Safety  
 
We're fully licensed and insured, with a detailed Risk Management Plan automatically included in your booking confirmation or available upon request. All sessions meet curriculum outcomes where required and our curriculum target strategy can be requested for your specific year level.  
 
We operate 7 days a week, day and night, and with enough notice, bookings can even be made 24 hours a day.  
 
Book now and let your students experience Australia?s wildlife closer than they think!  
 
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Large groups discounts are available .  
 
Contact the Canberra Reptile Zoo on (02) 6253 8533 or email canberrareptilezoo@icloud.com for more information or to make a booking.


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