Taronga Western Plains Zoo Family Pass Giveaway

Tuesday, May 28, 2013

Taronga Western Plains Zoo Family Pass Giveaway

Have you given any thought to where you might go in the next school holidays? Yes Australian Beach Dwellers, it's only a few short weeks away.

Winter is a fantastic time to visit Taronga Western Plains Zoo in Dubbo. They didn't coin that fabulous song "Mad Dogs and Englishmen go out in the midday sun" for nothing. During Winter, the animals are much more active during the day, so there is lots to see and do at this time of year.

There are animal feeding schedules, which you can view and where you can hear a talk about the animals.

It's a great temperature to work up a sweat on your bike. You can hire one if you don't want to take your own.

And there are some fabulous accommodation options, so you can stay overnight at the zoo to enjoy the fabulous night time animal encounters program. There is the beautifully appointed Zoofari Lodge.

Zoofari Main House Living Room

The Zoofari Main House Dining Room

A Zoofari Lodge Guest room

The fire pit

There is also a brand new camping option at the Billabong Camp, which consists of 25 permanent campsites situated around a picturesque billabong in the zoo's Australian wildlife area. How much fun would the kids have charging around there with some new friends? Staying in the camp has a range of inclusions over and above the accommodation. There is a light refreshment upon arrival, dinner, super and a buffet breakfast, two days admission to the zoo and an exciting range of animal encounters and guided tours where you will see Australian and Asian animals. The tariff also includes a 10% discount at the Zoo shop, Bakhita's Cafe and any further Animal Encounters you book.

My four year old is in love with animals and says she is going to be a vet, so looking at these gorgeous animals up close, was so exciting for her.

There were loads of families travelling by bike or you can drive your car, walk or hire a vehicle similar to a golf cart. It is very safe with the maximum vehicle speed limit at 10km

There are various cafe outlets throughout the zoo

and plenty of spots to have your picnic.

But the absolute highlight for me was these cheeky monkeys. Mum, Dad and a baby Siamang

Boy did they put on a show.

They can expand their throats like this and the make the loudest noise. We were just lucky to be there when they did it.

And this little baby was just the cutest little darling and we were very lucky to see him and all the love his parents gave him.

Since our trip to Taronga Western Plains Zoo a month ago, a white baby rhino has been born and is now on show to visitors. There is always something new to see......animals being animals and all.

We were a month too soon, so this is not the baby

This was one cool dude

And I'd like to know this guy's secret. About 130 years old and still going strong. I'd like to know what is in the water on the Galapagos Islands, that make these beautiful turtles enjoy such longevity.

If you are looking for a fabulous way to entertain the kids for a couple of days in the next school holidays think about a trip out to Taronga Western Plains Zoo in Dubbo. We also went to the Old Dubbo Gaol, which was fabulous, so there is plenty to see and do on a mini break to the Mid West.

Today I am giving away a family pass to Taronga Western Plains Zoo in Dubbo. It is for entry to the zoo for 2 adults and 2 children.

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And good luck

This giveaway is now closed. Thanks to all of you who entered. The winner is Rachel Kriss-Newell. Congratulations Rachel. I shall be in touch with details shortly.

Giveaway Terms and Conditions

You MUST enter the giveaway on this BLOG by leaving a comment here. You do not need to have a Blogger account. Just sign in as anonymous and leave an email address.

This competition is open to anyone. It is up to the winner to provide their own transport to Taronga Western Plains Zoo, Dubbo. And their own accommodation, whilst there.
The prize is a family pass to Taronga Western Plains Zoo Dubbo, for 2 adults and 2 children. It is for zoo entry only, for one day and is valid for use up to 12 months from the date of the ticket's issue.

This competition is open from now until 11 June 2013 12pm Australian EST.

The winner will be announced on this blog, Face Book and Twitter and I will contact you, as long as you have left a valid means. The winner will have 7 days to respond, otherwise the prize will be redrawn.

Disclosure

Although I was not paid to write this post, I did receive a family pass to Taronga Western Plains Zoo free of charge.

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