Animal Encounters at The Big Goose

Get up close with fascinating reptiles and wise wombats at The Big Goose Adventure Farm & Wildlife Park on the Mornington Peninsula. Meet snakes, lizards, crocodiles and other incredible reptiles during our exciting daily reptile shows or get inside the enclosure with Matilda our very friendly Common Wombat. These hands-on wildlife encounters are designed for kids and families and make the perfect way to creat life-long memories.

Reptile Encounter at The Big Goose

Get ready to come face-to-face with some of Australia’s most fascinating reptiles with a Reptile Encounter at The Big Goose Adventure Farm & Wildlife Park.

Your 15-minute private reptile encounter takes place in our dedicated encounter room, giving you an exclusive opportunity to interact with our reptiles away from the crowds.

And to make the experience even more memorable, a professional printed photo is included with your reptile encounter.

Reptile Encounter includes:

  • 🦎 Snake and lizard interactions
  • 📸 Professional printed photo included
  • 👩‍🌾 Experienced animal keeper

If you’re searching for a reptile encounter near Melbourne, snake experience on the Mornington Peninsula, lizard encounter, Australian reptile experience or a unique animal experience for kids and families, the Reptile Encounter at The Big Goose is an exciting way to get closer to Australia’s incredible reptiles.

Wombat Encounter at The Big Goose

Get up close and personal with Matilda, our common wombat, during a memorable Wombat Encounter at The Big Goose Adventure Farm & Wildlife Park on the Mornington Peninsula. This unique animal experience gives you the opportunity to step inside Matilda’s enclosure and experience one of Australia’s most fascinating native animals up close.

During this 15-minute wombat encounter, you’ll be guided by our experienced animal keepers who will introduce you to Matilda and share fascinating facts about wombats, their behaviour, diet, habitat and unique adaptations.

Your Wombat Encounter includes:

  • 🐾 Meet Matilda, our common wombat
  • 🌿 Enter Matilda’s enclosure for a closer experience
  • 👩‍🌾 Experienced animal keepers throughout your encounter
  • ⏱️ 15-minute private encounter

This special encounter is available as an add-on to your visit to The Big Goose Adventure Farm & Wildlife Park.

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Encounter FAQ

Got questions? Here’s everything you need to know before your 1-on-1 experience at The Big Goose.

The Big Goose offers exciting animal encounters on the Mornington Peninsula, including our Wombat Encounter and Reptile Encounter. Each experience gives visitors the opportunity to get closer to Australian wildlife under the guidance of our experienced keepers.

Yes! Our Wombat Encounter gives guests the opportunity to enter the enclosure and meet Matilda, our Common Wombat, with an experienced keeper nearby to guide the experience.

Yes! During our Reptile Encounter at The Big Goose, guests may have the opportunity to get up close with and hold one of our snakes under the guidance and supervision of an experienced keeper. It’s a fantastic hands-on wildlife experience on the Mornington Peninsula.

Our animal encounters are designed to be enjoyed by families and children, although age and participation requirements can vary between experiences. Please check the individual encounter details before booking.

Absolutely! Our encounters aren’t just for kids. They’re a great experience for adults, families, animal lovers, birthdays, special occasions and anyone wanting to get closer to Australian wildlife.

We recommend booking your animal encounter in advance as places are limited. This helps ensure you don’t miss out on your preferred experience during busy weekends and school holidays.

Encounters At The Big Goose

Animal encounters at The Big Goose Adventure Farm & Wildlife Park are a unique opportunity to get up close with Australian wildlife and discover more about the amazing animals that call the park home. Located on the Mornington Peninsula, The Big Goose offers memorable wildlife experiences for families, children, animal lovers and visitors looking for unique things to do near Melbourne.

Our animal encounters allow visitors to experience wildlife in a more personal and interactive way, with opportunities to meet animals up close under the guidance of our experienced animal keepers. These experiences are designed to be educational, engaging and fun, helping children and adults learn more about Australian animals, their behaviours, habitats and conservation.

The Big Goose currently offers a range of unique animal experiences, including our popular Reptile Encounter and Wombat Encounter. Our reptile encounter provides an exciting opportunity to get close to fascinating Australian reptiles and learn more about these incredible animals. Guests can meet reptiles such as pythons and lizards while discovering interesting facts about reptile behaviour, habitats, adaptations and their important role in the Australian environment.

The Wombat Encounter offers visitors the chance to get closer to one of Australia’s most iconic native animals. Wombats are fascinating Australian marsupials known for their strong digging abilities, unique behaviour and distinctive appearance. A wombat encounter is a memorable wildlife experience for children and adults alike and provides an opportunity to learn more about these incredible Australian animals.

Animal encounters at The Big Goose are particularly popular with families looking for things to do on the Mornington Peninsula, family activities near Melbourne, wildlife experiences in Victoria and animal experiences for kids. Combining hands-on animal experiences with the many attractions throughout the park makes The Big Goose an ideal destination for a full day of family fun.

Visitors can enjoy animal encounters alongside the many other activities available at The Big Goose Adventure Farm & Wildlife Park, including meeting farm animals, feeding animals, tractor rides, adventure playgrounds, mazes, mini golf and other family-friendly attractions. The combination of wildlife, farm animals and adventure makes The Big Goose different from a traditional zoo or wildlife park.

Our animal encounters are also a great option for families celebrating birthdays, school holiday activities, special occasions and memorable family days out. Children can learn about Australian wildlife while creating hands-on memories that they will remember long after their visit.

If you are searching for animal encounters near Melbourne, wildlife encounters on the Mornington Peninsula, Australian animal experiences, reptile encounters near Melbourne, wombat encounters in Victoria or family-friendly wildlife experiences, The Big Goose Adventure Farm & Wildlife Park offers an exciting way to connect with animals and discover more about Australian wildlife.

Located in Moorooduc on the Mornington Peninsula, The Big Goose is an easy family day trip from Frankston, Melbourne and surrounding Mornington Peninsula suburbs. Whether you are looking for an animal encounter, wildlife experience, family activity, kids activity or a fun day out with the family, The Big Goose provides plenty of opportunities to get closer to animals and enjoy an unforgettable adventure.