Up Close with Australia’s Only Squirrel Gliders

PINJARRA ZOO FIELD GUIDE

Up Close with Australia’s Only Squirrel Gliders

A focused, 15‑minute, small‑group encounter at Ranger Red’s Zoo & Conservation Park—meet Ivy, Torah, Saphira and Ameli and hand-feed honey treats; ages 6+, zoo admission not included.

Up Close with Australia’s Only Squirrel Gliders.

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Location
Pinjarra
Operator
Ranger Red's Zoo & Conservation Park
Category
Zoo
Robert Eric Crews
Founder & Editor, The Adventure Collective
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Ranger Red’s Zoo & Conservation Park in Pinjarra offers a rare, close‑quarters meeting with Australia’s only Squirrel Gliders. In a brief, carefully managed encounter you’ll join a maximum of four participants to interact with the social gliders as they accept honey treats—an experience designed for animal lovers aged six and older.

Highlights

Outing Highlights

THE UNIQUE SELL

Australia’s only Squirrel Glider encounters

Ranger Red’s is the only zoo in Australia offering dedicated Squirrel Glider encounters—an opportunity to meet the park’s gliders up close in a controlled setting.

THE ANIMALS

Meet Ivy, Torah, Saphira and Ameli

The park’s four squirrel gliders—named Ivy, Torah, Saphira and Ameli—are described as social and enjoy being fed honey as a treat during the encounter.

THE FORMAT

Short, small‑group sessions

Encounters run daily at 11:00am for roughly 15 minutes with a strict maximum of four participants, keeping the experience intimate and manageable for both visitors and animals.

What the day feels like

What the encounter feels like

The visit unfolds quickly: you arrive at Ranger Red’s Zoo & Conservation Park, complete an animal encounter booking form, and follow paved paths to the encounter area. In a small group you’ll spend about 15 minutes with the gliders as they accept honey treats from keepers and visitors, then return to the park’s visitor areas where shaded seating awaits.

Suitability

Who it's for

Who this encounter suits—and who it doesn’t.

1
Families with older childrenAges 10 and older.
2
Animal lovers seeking a short experienceIdeal for visitors who want a focused, close interaction with wildlife in just 15 minutes in a small‑group format (maximum 4 participants).
3
Large groupsNot ideal for large groups—the encounter is limited to four participants to keep interactions calm and controlled.
4
Accessibility needsAccessible in terms of paths—tracks through the park are paved and wheelchair‑ and walking‑frame friendly—but participants must meet the age requirement and follow operator procedures.

Practical planner

Details to review before reserving

What to Bring

Dress for the weather—most exhibits are outdoors—and wear suitable footwear for the encounter; there will be no refunds or rain checks due to inclement weather or animals being off display.

On‑site logistics

The park is compact with paved tracks and plenty of shaded seating for refreshments; you will be asked to sign an animal encounter booking form on the day.

Admission & booking

Encounter price does not include zoo admission; confirm entry requirements and booking details with Ranger Red’s Zoo & Conservation Park before arrival.

Booking Notice

Review cancellation policies before reserving.

Frequently asked questions

Planning Your Outing

What is the minimum age to participate?

Participants must be at least 6 years of age to take part in the Squirrel Glider Encounter.

Is zoo admission included in the encounter price?

No. The encounter price does not include Ranger Red’s Zoo & Conservation Park admission.

How long is the encounter and when does it run?

Encounters run daily at 11:00am and last about 15 minutes.

How many people can join a single encounter?

Each session is limited to a maximum of four participants to keep the experience small and controlled.

What happens if it rains or animals are resting?

There are no refunds or rain checks due to inclement weather, animals resting or animals being off display; the operator’s terms outline these conditions and you will sign a form on the day.

Is the zoo accessible?

Yes—tracks through Ranger Red’s Zoo & Conservation Park are paved and described as wheelchair‑ and walking‑frame friendly.