2 February 2016

Things get a little wild after hours with Zoo Twilights

Ever wondered what happens at Wellington Zoo as the sun goes down?

This February Wellington Zoo is open until 8pm every Wednesday for Zoo Twilights, giving everyone an opportunity to experience Wellington Zoo at dusk.

While some animals settle down to sleep, for some the day will just be beginning.

According to Wellington Zoo’s visitor experience manager Oli du Bern, “The Zoo is a magical place in the evening. Visitors will have a great time – they might hear different animals call or engage with the animals that are less active during the day.”

Evening visitors will be able to enjoy the full Zoo experience – with animal talks as well as evening Close Encounters available each Wednesday.

This year, Wellington Zoo’s new Meet the Locals He Tuku Aroha precinct offers something different. “The Kororā Little Blue Penguin in Meet the Locals He Tuku Aroha will be great to watch. They are at their most active at dusk when the temperature is cooler,” says du Bern.

The annual event is popular with both young professionals, who appreciate the opportunity to visit the Zoo and unwind after work, and family groups who enjoy seeing the Zoo in a different way to how they normally would. The Zoo Shop and Mojo Zoo café will also remain open.

Zoo Twilights starts on Wednesday 3 February and continues on Wednesday 10, 17 and 24 February.

During Zoo Twilights, standard entry prices apply.

About Wellington Zoo

Wellington Zoo is New Zealand's first Zoo, established in 1906, and is Wellington’s oldest conservation organisation. Home to over 500 native and exotic animals, Wellington Zoo became a charitable trust in 2003.

Wellington Zoo became the world’s first carboNZero certified zoo in May 2013.

Wellington Zoo is an accredited member of the Zoo and Aquarium Association Australasia and a member of the World Association of Zoos and Aquariums.

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