Mix it with our inquisitive meerkat mob in a unique and fun interactive experience. You’ll enjoy time in their exhibit with a keeper mingling with these playful creatures. Enjoy great photographic opportunities as the meerkats interact with you for some tasty treats.

Unfortunately, this experience isn’t wheelchair accessible and surfaces are uneven. Not suitable for pregnant women. Participants will need to be able to stand up from the seated position so reasonable mobility is required. Not suitable for those with nut or egg allergies as peanuts and eggs are used during the encounter. Skirts are not permitted.

Please note that all animal experiences require enclosed footwear.

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Minimum Age

8.
Parent or guardian must supervise children at all times. Supervisor can be a paying participant on the tour or watching closely from the exterior of the exhibit.

Duration

15 mins

Cost

Adult/Child $40. Please note the cost of Meerkat Mingle does not include admission to Monarto Safari Park

Available

1 Mar - 30 Nov: 12:30pm Monday, Thursday, Saturday, Sunday, plus public holidays and Tuesday’s during school holidays
1 Dec - 29 Feb: 9.40am Monday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday.

Important Information

If you are purchasing a ticket for use by a member and a ticket for use by a non-member, please select 'ticket for member use' below. The system will then check the validity of your membership and following this you will be able to purchase your tickets.

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You will be required to enter the specific details of each person undertaking the experience. Matching Photo ID will be required to be presented on the day of experience.

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Fitness Levels

Basic: Basic terrain, suitable for all fitness levels*.

Intermediate: Walking upstairs, getting in and out of high vehicles and walking on uneven terrain; suitable for intermediate fitness levels.

Advanced: All day tour, which includes laborious work, getting in and out of high vehicles, walking upstairs and walking on uneven terrain; suitable for Advance Fitness levels.

* Not all basic Behind the Scenes are wheelchair friendly.

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