From incredible creatures to sweeping landscapes, Melbourne's BBC Earth Experience has brought the wonders of the world to Australia in an immersive audio-visual and interactive experience at Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre. Featuring breathtaking footage from BBC Studios Natural History Units hit television documentary series Seven Worlds, One Planet, visitors will be guided through the natural world with incredible narration by David Attenborough.
Exclusive to Melbourne, tickets to the experience have been in high demand with over 100,000 tickets sold so far, and due to popular demand, the season now extended until April 28, 2024.
Surrounded by a series of giant, immersive multi-angle screens and powered by state-of-the-art technology, the experience takes visitors on an unforgettable journey through the incredible nature of seven distinct continents and unique wildlife and landscapes.
Visitors will experience a majestic 360-degree audio-visual journey as they marvel and explore iconic landscapes and connect with mesmerising wildlife on an adventure bringing environments to life.
With opportunities to explore interactive breakout zones for further inspiring insights into the earth's unique ecosystems and creatures, visitors can dive into the depths of the sea, soar across stunning aerial landscapes, and even get close-up views of the micro lives of creepy crawlies.
The 360-degree audio-visual journey caters to those of all ages with Kids Passport activities, adult Twilight Evenings, Senior Mornings, Pram Sessions, disability-friendly Relaxed Sessions, and additional experiences available for school groups with sustainability experts.
When first premiering, Seven Worlds, One Planet was the BBC's most-watched factual TV show of the year in the UK and the most popular BBC natural history series in eight years to be screened in Australia.
The series took viewers on a journey that not only celebrated the beauty of life on each of the seven continents but also highlighted the many challenges faced by nature in the modern world. Over 1,500 people worked on the award-winning series, with 92 shoots across 41 countries, revealing an unseen wilderness of the Earth's diverse continents.
The BBC Earth Experience aims to inspire visitors to protect the planet through spectacular footage and an immersive experience, and in doing so, particular attention was paid to bringing the best sustainable practice to the forefront and maximizing efficiencies.
Intrepid Travel, a Melbourne-founded and B-Corp certified small group adventure company, is the headline sponsor of the event.
BBC Earth Experience
Until 28 April 2024
Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre, 1 Convention Place, South Wharf, Melbourne
Standard: $44.90
Junior (3-14 Years): from $28.90
Concession: $36.90
Children 2 and under: free
Family of 4 (2 Adults 2 Junior): $115.60 ($28.50 per ticket)
Opening Hours
Monday 10:00am to 7:30pm (Last Entry 6pm)
Tuesday 10:00am to 7:30pm (Last Entry 6pm)
Wednesday 10:00am to 8:00pm (Last Entry 6:30pm)
Thursday 10:00am to 8.30pm (Last Entry 7pm)
Friday 10:00am to 9:00pm (Last Entry 7:30pm)
Saturday 9:30am to 9:00pm (Last Entry 7:30pm)
Sunday 9:30am to 8:00pm (Last Entry 6:30pm)
The 360-degree audio-visual journey caters to those of all ages with Kids Passport activities, adult Twilight Evenings, Senior Mornings, Pram Sessions and disability-friendly Relaxed Sessions.
Kids Passports Introduced
For families planning their visit there will be new Kids Passports available offering an engaging exploration tailored for young adventurers, as they journey through the seven continents there will be an activity for them to complete earning them a stamp in their passport along the way.
Twilight Evenings
Every Thursday evening from Thursday 1 February 2024 the 6:30pm and 7pm sessions will be 'Twilight Sessions' allocated for adult and concession tickets only; no children or family tickets will be available. Twilight sessions will continue every second Friday and Saturday from the 10th February 2024 at 7:00pm and 7:30pm.
Senior Mornings
Every Second Friday from Friday 9 February 2024 the 10am and 10:30am sessions will be allocated for seniors, adult and concession tickets only; no children or family tickets will be available.
Pram Sessions
Pram sessions are now available for purchase at 12:30pm on the below dates. Capacities are reduced for these sessions to allow for the extra room required to navigate prams. An adult and pram ticket will need to be purchased.
Monday 1 January
Monday 15 January
Monday 29 January
From February the sessions will be every second Friday starting Friday 2 February 2024 and will be at 10:00am
Relaxed Sessions
The BBC Earth Experience has introduced relaxed sessions with lowered sound levels, heightened lighting, available ear defenders and additional members of staff to answer your questions.
These sessions are now sale on:
8 January 2024 - 5:30pm
Evening relaxed sessions will be available the second Tuesday of every month from Tuesday 12 February 2024 at 5:30pm
For more information, please visit: https://bbcearthexperience.com/melbourne
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Prize Terms and Conditions:
- Tickets are valid for up to one family (2 Adults and 2 Children - aged 3 - 14)
- Session day and time must be selected prior to receiving tickets for the BBC Earth Experience
- Tickets are subject to availability
- Tickets are valid for a single entry on the chosen date and time
- Tickets are non-refundable and not redeemable for cash
- Tickets are subject to the Ticketmaster Purchase Policy