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You’ll be getting to know the world’s smallest species of penguin on a personal level.

It’s gloves-on fun as you make sure that every bird gets its fair share while the keeper chats to you about Perth Zoo’s colony and how WA penguins are unique!

The perfect animal activity for a small family, you won’t be getting wet on this experience…unless a penguin decides to express its flappy gratitude!

Accessibility information

Not wheelchair accessible.

Allergy information

Participants will be in contact with fish.

Book Now $80.00/session
Upcoming Dates and Times
Thursday 9 January Sunday 26 January See more available times
Duration
15 minutes
Entry Fee
Not Included
Maximum Number of Sessions
2 sessions
Minimum Age
6 years
Important information
Each ticket for this encounter can accommodate up to two people. A maximum of 4 guests can participate in this encounter. All children aged 6-15 must have a penguin encounter ticket and be accompanied by an adult (16+) with a penguin encounter ticket. Flat, closed in shoes are essential to take part in this encounter. Close Encounters are non refundable.

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