Wallaby Encounter at the Oglebay Good Zoo in Wheeling
About this experience
Perfect for animal lovers and aspiring zookeepers, this amazing wallaby encounter will get you up close to some of Australia's most adorable animals!
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What's Included
- Join a professional zookeeper for this unforgettable encounter at the Oglebay Good Zoo
- Go behind the scenes and meet the zoo's mob of red-necked wallabies
- Feed, train, and snap a few photos with your adorable new friends
- Learn fascinating wallaby facts and discover the zoo's Species Survival Plan
- Make your zookeeper dreams come true with this 45-minute wallaby encounter!
What happens on the day
Standing at just 36 inches tall, red-necked wallabies are some of Australia’s cutest animals! See these adorable marsupials up close during this once-in-a-lifetime encounter at the Oglebay Good Zoo!
Located in Wheeling, West Virginia, The Oglebay Good Zoo is home to 68 species of animals and is a part of 23 conservation breeding programs. This incredible zoo puts animal welfare first and is the only institution in West Virginia accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA). Encounters like this one play a vital role in animal welfare by boosting the animal’s curiosity, preventing boredom, and minimizing stress!
Your 45-minute encounter kicks off at the zoo’s main entrance. Here, you’ll meet one of the zoo’s passionate zookeepers before following them behind the scenes. You’ll feel like you’ve just been transported to the Australian outback as you step inside the wallaby’s habitat. Watch as these curious critters hop, explore, and bask in the sun. You’ll instantly fall in love with their sweet little faces!
Channel your inner zookeeper as you feed your new fuzzy friends a nutritious blend of grapes, bananas, carrots, and more. Throughout your encounter, you’ll learn fascinating facts about the wallaby as well as conservation efforts both around the world and at the zoo.
Take a walk on the wild side with this Wallaby Encounter at the Oglebay Good Zoo!
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When Do I Choose A Date?
Either yourself or the lucky recipient can make a booking and select dates once you are in receipt of the voucher. You’ll register the voucher, follow the booking instructions, and your experience with us begins!
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Daily - 11:00 AM, 12:00 PM, 1:00 PM, 2:00 PM, 3:00 PM
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- All participants must sign a liability release waiver
- Participants must be at least 5 years old
- Closed toe shoes and long pants are required
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FAQs
Will I go inside the wallaby exhibit?
Yes. This experience allows you to step inside the zoo's wallaby exhibit. Please note, this is subject to change based on animal behavior and demeanor.
Can I take pictures?
Yes, you are welcome to take photos during the encounter.
Is this animal encounter humane?
Yes! In fact, they’re a form of animal enrichment which is a vital part of animal welfare, as it stimulates an animal’s senses and curiosity. The Oglebay Good Zoo is also accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) and animal welfare is the zoo's top priority.
Returns, Exchanges & Cancellations
Returns
Experience Vouchers that have not been redeemed can be returned hassle-free within 14 days. All refunds will be made to the original purchaser.
Exchanges
Experience Vouchers that have not been redeemed can be exchanged for anything else in our marketplace at any time. If you choose to exchange for an experience that costs more, you'll simply have to pay the difference. If you choose to exchange for an experience that costs less, you'll have a credit towards your next booking with Virgin Gifts.
Cancellation Policy
Once you have received a booking confirmation, all bookings are final. No cancellations or rescheduling requests will be allowed. Failure to appear on your booked date or to cancel prior to your booked date will result in the loss of the value of your experience.
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