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Prince Philip Drive, South Bunbury, WA, 6230 Australia

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Wildlife Explorers (5-10 years)

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Published 12 December 2024, updated 08 January 2025

Go behind the scenes and be a helper for our Keeper Team

Calling all young animal enthusiasts aged 5 to 10!

If you've ever dreamed of getting up close and personal with wildlife and farm animals, our Wildlife Explorer program is the perfect adventure for you.


Step behind the scenes and join our dedicated team of Keepers to discover what it takes to care for our incredible animals. During this hands-on experience, you’ll help feed, clean, and play with a variety of fascinating creatures, from fluffy farm animals to native wildlife.

This engaging and educational program is designed to spark curiosity and foster a love for animals, nature, and conservation. Whether you're learning about animal habitats, helping prepare their meals, or simply enjoying their company, the Wildlife Explorer program promises an exciting and memorable day at Bunbury Wildlife Park.

Don’t miss this unique opportunity to step into the Keeper’s shoes and create lifelong memories with our amazing animal friends!

What’s included in the program?

  • Meet our team and learn what a day in the life of a keeper looks like.
  • Enter enclosures with our Keepers to clean and feed the animals
  • Create animal enrichment items and watch the animals enjoy your creations. Learn how we keep the animals from being bored and live happy, healthy lives.
  • Assist the Keepers in hand-feeding some of our animals.
  • Your Park entry fee for the day
  • Photo opportunities - bring your phone or a small camera. Our Keepers can help with taking photos however, their expertise is in animal care not photography so we accept no responsibility for the quality of the photos

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T erms & Conditions

  • Spaces are limited, bookings are essential.
  • This program is suitable for children aged 5 - 10 years of age. Proof of age may be requested. This experience is not recommended for children who are afraid of animals.
  • Parents are not required to accompany their child.
  • Participants can be dropped off at Bunbury Wildilfe Park reception and must be collected by a parent/guardian at the conclusion of the event.
  • Your ticket includes entry to the Bunbury Wildlife Park
  • Please consider your purchase carefully as refunds cannot be provided if you decide to cancel. You can reschedule your visit if other dates for this program are available.
  • A minimum of 4 participants are required for the program to go ahead. If the program is cancelled due to insufficient enrolments, you will be offered the opportunity to re-book on another date or a refund via direct deposit (please allow 2 weeks for refund to be processed)