Melbourne zoo is one of the oldest zoo in Australia, had its origin on 6 October 1862 and currently there are around 320 animals of Australia in this Royal garden. Located 2.5 miles from the Melbourne city, the zoo contains diverse collections of wild life including the species of African and Asian rainforests. It is a great opportunity backing to Melbourne zoo visits to have a closer look on the wild wonders of Australia.
Speaking on the collection of animals, the Zoo includes a variety of collections of animals from different parts of the world. Asian elephant, Baboon, Brown bear, Corroboree frog, Gorilla, Orangutans, Pelicans, Penguins, Red panda, Seals, Snow leopard, Sumatran tigers and Tree Kangaroos are some of them. Each animal in the zoo have separate enrichment programs that covers physical well beings, encouraging survival behaviors, satisfying behavioral needs and promoting education programs.
Melbourne zoo is greatly concerned of tourist attraction that it sets opportunities for functions and events to build a friendly relation with wild life. It offers indoor and outdoor venues to conduct all kinds of programs, be it a wedding party or a conference. The spectacular gardens, lawns, grounds, terraces and picnic pavilions are well suited for the events to welcome up to 3000 people. The pavilions and Sunset zoo Dos entertain 1000 to 3500 guests in a different ambience. The beautiful natural environment is unique for a grand wedding reception that offers four venues; the Rainforest Room looks, Bong Su room, Lakeside Room and the Leopard Lodge. Melbourne Zoo initiates training workshops for team building activities, Liberty catering programs, animal encounters and staff professional developments.
Melbourne zoo incorporates a conservative approach to save the endangered species and ensures their existence in future. The programs involve breeding and retention of habitats of Victoria for protecting wild life.