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Zoo offers Aucklanders unforgettable night in Africa
8 September 2010
Spend
an unforgettable evening in Africa at Auckland Zoo's annual Africa
Night from 4.30pm to 9.30pm on Sunday, 3 October, and immerse
yourself in the sights, sounds and tastes of this continent that's
so famous for its awe-inspiring wildlife.
Your urban safari begins at 4.30pm with a behind-the-scenes tour
and the chance to get up close to some of Africa's most well-known
wildlife including lions, hippos, rhinos, and giraffe before
enjoying a traditional African dinner in the Old Elephant
House.
A special guest speaker will entertain you with tales of Africa
following a live auction, which offers you the opportunity to bid
for some unique and affordable items.
The night is a joint fundraiser for the Auckland Conservation Fund
and Zoological Society of Auckland, to help support conservation
projects as well as provide grants to further conservation work or
studies.
"Africa Night is a unique experience not to be missed; it is a complete African treat for the senses! It's also a great chance to support the work of the Zoo's Conservation Fund which supports a range of local and international projects for endangered wildlife, including some of the African animals you will meet on the night," says Auckland Zoo Conservation Officer, Peter Fraser.
Africa Night event details
- Sunday 3 October, 4.30pm - 9.30pm
- Tickets $90 per person including behind-the-scenes tour, dinner and complimentary drink
- Bookings can be made by phoning the zoo's Information Centre on 09 360 3805
- Advance booking is recommended
Africa Night is presented by Auckland Zoo, Zoological Society of Auckland and Auckland Zoo's Pridelands team.