Zoo offers an adventurous night out in Africa

27 September 2012

Zoo offers an adventurous night out in Africa

Aucklanders can go on safari to see some of Africa’s most spectacular wildlife and enjoy an authentic African dinner without leaving town by getting along to Auckland Zoo’s Africa Night on Sunday 14 October from 4.30pm to 9.30pm.

The evening is a fundraiser for the Auckland Zoo Conservation Fund and Zoological Society of Auckland to help support conservation projects and provide grants to further conservation work or studies.

Along with up-close animal experiences and a traditional South African dinner, Africa Night will also feature an auction of artworks led by entertainer and MC ‘Doris Crusher’ (aka Clare Kelso), and a talk by guest speaker Claire Vial. A wildlife photographer, author, zoologist and tour leader, Ms Vial will be sharing her experiences from recent travels in Kenya and Tanzania.

“This is a fantastic event that we really encourage Aucklanders to support. Everyone who comes along not only gets to experience the unique sights, sounds and tastes of Africa, they’re also directly helping to support local and international conservation projects for endangered wildlife,” says the Zoo’s field conservation programmes coordinator, Peter Fraser.

Africa Night
• Sunday 14 October, 4.30pm – 9.30pm
• Tickets $90 per person including behind-the-scenes tour, dinner and complimentary drink
• Bookings can be made by phoning the Zoo’s Information Centre on 09 360 3805
• Spaces are limited, advance booking recommended

Africa Night is presented by Auckland Zoo, the Zoological Society of Auckland, and Auckland Zoo’s Pridelands team.

About Auckland Zoo
Auckland Zoo is operated by Regional Facilities Auckland (RFA), a council-controlled organisation of Auckland Council. It is home to the largest collection of native and exotic wildlife species in New Zealand (over 860 animals and 138 species) and attracts over half a million visitors annually. It is becoming increasingly well-known nationally, and internationally through the award-winning television programme, The Zoo. At the heart of all Auckland Zoo's work and activities is its mission: "to bring people together to build a future for wildlife”. Auckland Zoo is a member of both the Zoo and Aquarium Association (Australasia) and the World Association of Zoos and Aquariums.

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