Highlights
- Go inside our Galapagos Tortoise habitats
- Feed our tortoise a tasty snack
- Intimate small group experience
- Learn from an experienced keeper
- Contribute to critical conservation work
Have you ever wondered what it takes to care for the world’s largest tortoise species?
Our expert keepers are here to show you!
Head right into the habitat to meet our hefty Galapagos Tortoise Cerro, that weighs in at a whopping 240kgs! There sure is a LOT to love about him.
Don’t miss your chance to meet (and feed!) some of the longest living animals on the planet.
PLUS! By supporting Perth Zoo you’re supporting our vital conservation work abroad.
Important Information
- Minimum age 6 years.
- Each child aged 6-15 must have an encounter ticket and be accompanied by an adult encounter ticket holder (16+).
- Each ticket is valid for up to two people.
- Enclosed footwear is essential.
- No brightly coloured clothing can be worn for this experience.
- Close Encounters are non-refundable.
- As a welfare-accredited zoo, all of our animals have the choice to participate in Close Encounters. Their health and happiness always comes first!
Accessibility Information
- This encounter is not accessible.