Kids Activities Zookeeper Experience 7-11 years Special Offer
from AU$285.00

Reptile Encounters - Zookeeper program (7-11yrs)

Become a Zookeeper for the day!

Next Available: Sat, 05 Jul 10:00AM (AEST)
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5 hours 30 minutes
Over 100 people have attended this class

Description

Reptile Encounters is home to over 500 Native Australian Animals. Our amazing wildlife inspires children and adults alike to take an interest in the natural world. The majority of species we have here in Australia are found nowhere else on Earth. 

During the school holidays, your child can become a zookeeper for a day. If they love wildlife and have a passion for the environment, then this experience is for them. 

Based at Reptile Encounters HQ in Burwood, your child will be enthralled by our native Australian wildlife, will learn about conservation, and will have the time of their lives interacting with our critters.

They will be treated to one of our highly engaging and educational wildlife shows, they will observe some of our most impressive animals, such as crocodiles and monitor lizards, being fed, before it is time for them to try their hand at feeding some of the smaller animals. The day will have various workshops on animals ranging from giant cockroaches to barking owls, and is sure to be a day that your little keeper will never forget.





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What you will learn

  • You'll learn interesting facts about our truly unique Australian wildlife. Find out how they live, what habitats they're from and how to take care of them in a captive environment.

What you will get

  • Get up close to an array of amazing animals. Experience life as a zookeeper, find out how to feed, train and enrich the lifes of our animals. All attendees receive a certificate from their experience. You'll also get access to some behind the scenes photos.
Parking Info

Street Parking is available 


What to bring

  • Bring your phones to take photos. water bottle, morning tea and lunch

What to wear

Casual clothing suited to the weather and prepared for messy work

Appropriate for

Children and Teenagers with a love for nature and animals


Reptile Encounters

4.9
(215 Reviews)

WILDLIFE. UP CLOSE.

Reptile Encounters brings the best of Australia’s Native Wildlife to YOU with purposeful, impactful shows. Experience and reconnect with nature through our interactive, memorable programs with educational initiatives tailored for the K-12 market, birthday parties, corporate events or just because!

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4.9 (31 reviews)
Roccorated it
20 Jun 2025
My son is 8 and has a strong interest in reptiles so he absolutely loved this program. He liked that it was really hands on and couldn't believe how many animals were at the centre. Would definitely recommend.
Huxley rated it
23 Apr 2025
My 7yo son had the time of his life. His eyes popped out of his head when he entered as there were animals everywhere. Staff were sooo friendly and kind and wonderful with the kids. They did so much. He came home beaming and would now like to live there!! Hah
Reptile Encounters 19 May 2025

We loved having your little zookeeper with us for the day! Thank you for the 5-star feedback. We’d love to welcome them back soon.

Marcus rated it
03 Feb 2025
Our son and his friend did the zookeeper for a day program and absolutely loved it! The instructor was so welcoming and fun. They saw a wide range of reptiles and enjoyed learning about them all. Thank you for a great birthday present, our son wants to go back for his birthday next year too!
Reptile Encounters 21 May 2025

Thanks so much for the lovely feedback! We're thrilled to hear your son and his friend had such a great time in the Zookeeper for a Day program. It’s wonderful to know the experience made for a memorable birthday gift. We’d love to welcome him back next year to celebrate again! 🐍🎉

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Cancellations & Refunds

If the organiser cancels the class:

You are entitled to a full refund.

If you can't attend the class:

  • A refund can be requested 7 days before class starts. Free of charge.

We recommend the refund upgrade option upon checkout in case you’re not able to attend the class. Learn more about refund upgrade option.

Terms & Conditions

Anyone partaking in any classes or coming to any events at Reptile Encounters or organised by Reptile Encounters must agree to these terms and conditions.

1.) LIABILITY WAIVER

I agree to take on full responsibility for any damages, injuries and for physical and/or personal property, which I might incur whilst participating in classes and/or events organised by Reptile Encounters

2.) PHOTO & VIDEO

I agree to give Reptile Encounters unrestricted publishing rights for any photographs or videos taken at Reptile Encounters classes and events or on Reptile Encounters premises for use in Reptile Encounters marketing materials. Parents and guests are welcome to take photos of their own children during our Zookeeper for a Day experiences and other events, however, we value the safety and well-being of all visitors, especially children, at our premises so we request adherence to child safety and privacy guidelines and ask that you do not post or distribute images without explicit consent from all people in these images.

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