The zoo operates an active breeding program for several endangered species, including the red panda and brolga.
It is the only zoo in regional Victoria that permits visitors to hand-feed a large variety of free-roaming kangaroos.
The facility serves as a major rescue and rehabilitation center for injured wildlife native to the Grampians region.
The zoo features a specific enclosure design that allows visitors to enter the habitats of wallabies and emus.
Its diverse collection includes rare exotic species such as the white lion and cheetah, which are not commonly found in smaller regional zoos.
Halls Gap Zoo is Victoria’s largest regional zoo, housing over 160 species of native and exotic animals across 50 acres. The facility focuses on conservation through interactive encounters and educational presentations featuring reptiles, primates, and ungulates. Guests can walk through large open-range habitats that allow for close proximity to kangaroos and wallabies. The zoo is positioned within the Grampians National Park region, contributing to the local ecosystem's wildlife advocacy. Animal feed bags are available for purchase, enabling supervised interaction with free-roaming herbivores. The layout utilizes natural landscapes to simulate environments for its diverse collection, including lemurs, meerkats, and giraffes. The site functions as both a wildlife park and a breeding center for endangered species.
The elevated viewing platform overlooking the giraffe enclosure.
Bring comfortable, enclosed walking shoes as the park covers significant gravel and dirt paths.
Purchase a bag of animal feed at the entrance to ensure the best interaction with the kangaroos.
Check the daily keeper talk schedule upon arrival to time your visit with feeding demonstrations.
Attempting to pet or feed animals that are clearly marked for staff-only access.
Open daily, including public holidays, except for Christmas Day.
Do not feed animals outside food; stay on designated paths; keep noise levels low near animal enclosures.
