Accessibility Guide - Werribee Zoo

Werribee Zoo 2026

This Visual Story has been created to help mobility device users plan their visit to the Werribee Open Range Zoo with confidence by removing as many unknowns as possible. Werribee Open Range Zoo is a large, open-air wildlife park located in Melbourne’s west, featuring expansive habitats, walking trails, safari experiences, and high visitor numbers throughout the day.

This guide provides a visual and step-by-step overview of what to expect when travelling to the zoo, arriving at the entrance, and moving through the grounds using a mobility scooter or powerchair. By planning ahead, visiting Werribee Open Range Zoo can be a more comfortable and enjoyable experience.

This accessibility guide is designed to support mobility device users, their families, carers, and support workers in preparing for the day.

What to Expect at this Venue

Werribee Open Range Zoo is a popular attraction and can be busy during weekends, school holidays, and peak visiting hours. As a mobility device user, you can expect a lively outdoor environment with visitors moving between animal habitats, viewing areas, cafés, and shared pathways.

The zoo is set across a large, open landscape with accessible pathways connecting key areas such as exhibits, amenities, and food outlets. Surfaces may vary and can include sealed paths, compacted ground, and gentle inclines throughout the park.

Your visit will take place primarily outdoors. Weather conditions, including sun exposure, heat, wind, and rain, can impact comfort and ground conditions, so planning ahead is recommended.

Accessible amenities, including toilets and seating areas, are available throughout the zoo. Staff and volunteers are located across the park and can assist with directions or accessibility support if required.

This Visual Story will help you understand the layout of the zoo and prepare for navigating the experience at your own pace.

Refer to the Werribee zoo Page for more Information