Dubbo

Travelling around Oz in the old motorhome is a wonder each time we traverse the hidden gems of our country. One such delightful new experience was Dubbo’s Great Western Plains Zoo.  You can drive your own vehicle around the 5km; cycle, walk or hire a cart (extra costs of course).  Walking was easy, and two refreshment kiosks are situated well.  Not a lot of seating for oldies or young tired children, but beautifully designed and planned with closeups possible of all animals.  Optional aspects were to have special time with the Meerkats or other inhabitants but of course not the carnivore types!  Accomodation is also available within the compound from camping in tents to glamping or villas.

My favourites were the giraffes who are in a conservation program for breeding.  One particular giraffe seemed to ‘preen’ and seek attention from all observers who attended the keeper information talk and, if lucky in timing, the feeding of the herd. A new addition to the zoo which also featured on the local news that night, was the baby elephant, pictured having a feed and being protected by Mum!  A real cutie!  So… do yourself a favour!  Plan a visit when in NSW as I thoroughly recommend a visit!