How long does it take to go around Auckland Zoo?
two to three hours
Products and Tours. We recommend you allow a minimum of two to three hours’ visit time for un-guided general admission Zoo visits.
Do teachers get discount at Auckland Zoo?
1 free of charge teacher or supervising adult for every 3 paying students. Additional adults are $19 each. Early childhood self-guided visits: All adults (including teachers and supervising adults) are $19 each.
Can you take your own food to Auckland Zoo?
You can bring your own food for a picnic and there are plenty of beautiful areas to sit and eat. Auckland Zoo also has a cafe, and the food there was delicious.
Can you leave the zoo and come back?
Yes, you can leave and come back. You will need to have your hand stamped when you leave, and show the hand stamp when you re-enter.
Are there tigers at Auckland Zoo?
After two years with no tigers at Auckland Zoo, the large cats are expected to be reintroduced this summer. In July 2019, the zoo announced it had made the decision to put down its last remaining Sumatran tiger, Berani, after efforts to treat him for health problems didn’t work.
Where do teachers get discounts in New Zealand?
Teacher Discounts
- EBS Health Insurance. Discounted healthcare insurance as an NZEI member.
- STA Travel. Discounted Airfares.
- NZEI Member Benefits Programme.
- Kelly Tarltons.
- Warehouse Stationery.
- Apple.
Does Auckland Zoo have pandas?
Meet our red panda whānau! Ramesh was born at Auckland Zoo in January 2015. Tashi is Ramesh and Khela’s first son born in December 2018. Dalha is the latest edition to the family. Born to Ramesh and Khela in December 2019.
Are there snakes in Auckland Zoo?
Snakes are completely missing from New Zealand’s zoos, because it is illegal to bring snakes into New Zealand, a snake-free country. No exceptions are made.
How big is the Auckland Zoo in New Zealand?
Spread across 17 hectares (42 acres), Auckland Zoo is home to the largest collection of native and exotic animals in New Zealand. 138 different species and over 875 animals call the zoo their home. To get up close and personal with some of the world’s most amazing creatures, do sign up for their ‘behind the scene’ experiences.
How does the money from Auckland Zoo tickets go?
Auckland Zoo is a not-for-profit, so all of the money from every ticket sold goes towards building a brighter future for wildlife, wild places and all of us. A Day Pass gives you access to Auckland Zoo for the whole day.
Where is the bus stop for the Auckland Zoo?
Auckland Zoo is on Motions Road, just west of downtown Auckland and next to Western Springs Reserve. For bus / public transport options to get to Auckland Zoo, visit the Auckland Transport website. If taking the bus, the closest stop is 8124 on Great North Road, opposite Motions Road (with a short walk down Motions Road to Auckland Zoo).
When is the lookout at the Auckland Zoo open?
Located in the Zoo’s New Zealand precinct Te Wao Nui, The Lookout offers Mojo coffee, cold drinks, a range of snacks and Kapiti scoop ice cream. The Lookout is open Friday to Sunday, 11am to 3pm (weather dependent).