Treasure Hunt at Melbourne Zoo

An outdoor zoo with two giraffes walking around.
Wednesday 2 September 2026, 10am–12noon
Melbourne Zoo - Rail Gate Entrance, 19 Poplar Rd, Parkville,
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Free (Zoo entry covered)

Part of thrive*s new excursion series, bite-sized adventures for all VU students to try something different and meet people along the way.

Spend the day at Melbourne Zoo with fellow VU students, no plans required. We'll kick things off with a team treasure hunt (think: Find out what kind of animals Bertie and Joan are), then the rest of the day is yours to explore.

We'll form treasure hunt teams on the day, so it's perfect if you're coming solo or with friends. We will provide a light snack at 12pm.

Meet us outside the Rail Gate Entrance on Poplar Road. Bring a water bottle, hat, sunscreen and rain protection.

Please note! If you sign up and can’t attend – cancel your booking using the link in your email confirmation. People are on the waitlist hoping for a spot to free up.

Accessibility details

Melbourne Zoo has an easy-to-follow path system, with access for people using wheelchairs and strollers. There is a dedicated changing places/fully-accessible toilet and changeroom at Melbourne Zoo. 

Download the Melbourne Zoo customised access guide (PDF, 11.7 MB)