Acknowledgement of Country
We wish to acknowledge the Wadawurrung people of the Kulin nations, the Traditional Owners of the land on which we are gathered. We pay our respects to the local people for allowing us to have our gathering on their land and to their Elders: past, present and future.
ABN 22 625 090 208
Made for Adults
Real Puzzles (not an App Game)
Host on Site
By Appointment Only
Up to 20 persons at once 

Safety Commitment

We want your group to have a safe and enjoyable experience, so we commit to ensuring the following Safety Standards:
Operator accessible via walkie talkie or in person at all times
All Staff are Experienced, Emergency Trained and First Aid Qualified (HTL003/011)
A Safety Briefing at the Start of every Experience​

Who We Are

Physical Puzzles that interact an environment to create unique and fun experiences.
Clues linked to the locations crafted over several months of iteration.
Local company with well-trained local persons that know the area.
Supervision means no time wasted back-tracking or wandering aimlessly.
An Australian company who offer year-round entertainment (not just a pop up event).  

What we Do

Receive your A4-size satchel filled with puzzles
Follow the physical map (and web-app map) to a location
Solve the puzzles using the location itself & the satchel clues
Enter the answer into the web-app to unlock your next location
Complete the course before your 60 minutes is up

How We Operate

We operate with the permission of Council and supervise our experiences.
Our Experiences are designed to have Zero Impact on the areas used. 

The Details

By Appointment Only | Ages 18+ | 0.00 Alcohol Limit
Runtime: 60-75 minutes
​Course Length: 700m (six-minute walk with mild hills)

Before you set a Date...

Bad Weather Policy
We contact you if there is bad weather on the day.
You can proceed in the bad weather or defer to another time/date within 14 days of your booking.

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Price & Runtime

$35 each | 4-20 persons
​60-90 minutes

Session Times

Sun - Mon
Closed

Tue - Thur
By Request

Fri
12.00pm; 2.00pm; 4.00pm;

Sat
10.00am; 12.00pm; 2.00pm; 4.00pm;

Cyber Safety

Does the App need to be downloaded?
No - it is a standard web page application.

Does my phone need certain specs?
No - but QR Code Reading ability is reuired (same as a Venue Check-In).

Does the App require access to my camera? Or any other permissions?
No.

Does the App use our email address or details?
No - you do not need to register your details with any accounts, subscriptions or marketing.
You will be emailed a password upon sign-in as backup.

Are we tracked by our phones?
No. Your host will be nearby and you will have walkie talkies.

Does the App store things like cookies (browsing tracking) on my device?
No. Once you finish you can log out and close the browser.

Hosted Experience Vs  App-Only Experience

FAQ

Are there minimum requirements for the phones?
No. The Web App will run on all phones that have internet data and an internet brower (eg Chrome, Safari).

Are we allowed to record the experience?
No.
Audio recordings, video recordings and photographs are strictly prohibited.

Will We End Up Lost? Back-Tracking?
No. We use physical maps, embedded Google Maps and a Supervisor to ensure you don't end up walking in the wrong direction or having to back-track.

Is it supervised?
Yes your experience host will be on site.
Your host will not walk the course with you but will be nearby.

Can we buy tickets via other sites (eg Eventbrite or TryBooking)?
No. We only sell bookings via our own site. 

Do I need to download your App?
No.
The experience uses everyday Apps such as Google Maps and QR Code Reader (which is already inbuilt into your phones Camera App).
 
​You will not need to download our App.

Are there in-App purchases?
No.

How long is the experience?
60 minutes is the guide with +/- 15 mins allowance either side. 

Do we have to sign up for an account?
No.

Can we pay in Cash?
No. We accept online bookings only.

Can we Race?
The objective is to beat the 45 minute time limit.
If you have three or more persons you may race each other if you wish. 

How hard is the experience?
The puzzles are general but challenging.
We designed the experience for adults aged 18 and over.
There are no technical, historical, academic or athletic requirements.

How does the outdoor experience work?
See  How It Works.

What if we do not want to do an Outdoor Experience?
There are other escape experiences:
Escape Room Geelong - Prison Break
Escape Room Geelong - The Mad Scientist®

Do we participate with others?
You will be briefed together with other groups and there will be other groups present on the course however you will not be participating with them.

Are we grouped with strangers?
The course operates in an area open to the public. We do not have control over who will be present and remind participants that council areas are there for the benefit of all persons.

What is the minimum number of people required in my booking?
Four persons.
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Is there an age limit?
Ages 18+

What do we need to bring?
A charged phone.
Mobile data (small).

Do we need to install the App?
No.

Do we need to give the App permission to access our phone?
No.

What is a Web App?
A website - like any other website - that can be viewed on any phone browser (Chrome Safari etc).
This site interacts with course participants by receiving your input (answers).

Our Web Apps DO NOT require any access to your phone data or settings. 

Will we see other people?
Yes. This is not an exclusive experience.
You do not have exclusive use of the area - you will see the general public who have just as much right to be there as you.

Will we be obvious / have to wear things / look silly?
No, the only item we give you is a modern messenger bag smaller than A4 that blends in well.

What if we get stuck?
You may contact the staff member who will be nearby for help.

Can we take mobile phones?
You must bring your mobile phone to the event.
You may use your phone for internet access, QR Code scanning, Google Maps and receiving help from the staff member.

Can we use our phone for photos/videos/Snap Chat?
No. The booking terms prohibit any photos or recordings of the puzzles or experience at anytime.

Is the activity dangerous?
When using your mobile device please be careful and maintain awareness of your surroundings at all times.
Whilst the activity itself has been designed to be safe the area is open to the general public and we have no control over the environment in which this experience operates.
Our Hosts check the course prior to your arrival.

Is it Safe?
The activity and props have all been tested and made safe. 

However we do remind people that the venue itself is in a public place and although staff will check the course prior to your experience we advise participants to be vigilant for dangers. 

The experience also requires crossing the road at times. Please use the traffic crossing and obey the traffic signals.
Do not jay walk. 

Is it physically demanding?
No. It will require walking along a 700 meter course (a six-minute walk) across flat and slanted turf and minor hills.
Seats are marked on maps supplied if they are needed.

What should I wear?
Casual and comfortable is best.
Please note: You will be walking around and will require to travel on grass.
We recommend ankle-supportive footwear.
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What about the weather?
You will be exposed to the elements and even on an overcast day you can still get sunburnt.
Please wear sun-smart clothing, sunscreen and appropriate hat.
Polarised sunglasses are recommended. 
Please hydrate before you attend - water bottles are welcome.  

What if I have asthma or an allergy? 
As the experience is outdoors please ensure you have any asthma puffer or epi pen emergency items with you. 

Do we need to enter any places during the experience?
No. Entering venues is prohibited.

Please do not enter any businesses, buildings, boats, wharf jetties, cars, vans, trucks, mini train, buses or property belonging to others. 

This entire experience is outside and is situated along the Geelong Foreshore. 

What if I arrive late?
We will commence the briefing at your starting time with whoever is there.
If you arrive before the end of the ten-minute briefing you can join in and we will brief you in-game.
Once the experience commences (at the end of the ten minute briefing) we will no longer be at the meeting place.
Groups not present 15 minutes or more after their start time will have their booking cancelled and no refund given.

Will we be obvious / embarrassed?
No, the satchels are 2021 Manhatten messenger bags smaller than a briefcase and lightweight. You will not have to wear anything silly or do anything crazy. 

Can we bring a pram?
Yes. We have had groups successfully complete the course with a baby in a pram several times.  

Souvenir Photo
At the end of the experience participants are welcome to a souvenir photo taken by us on your phone or ours.
These photos are optional.

Do we need a Reservation?
Yes. The experience is by appointment only.

Can we Add people on the day?
There are no payment facilities on site.
Please arrange adding persons prior to attending (even just 60 minutes prior) to avoid delaying your start time. 

Are there Toilets?
Yes - there are public toilets available. 
We recommend you have at least one of your team members with you when going for safety.
NOTE: We do not control the upkeep of these facilities.

Can we compete?
Yes, however we encourage groups to be respectful of all those participating, the general public, safety and of the equipment.

How do I cancel?
You may cancel by contacting us via online message (email or web site enquiry). 
Cancellations with at least seven days notice receive a full refund.
Inside seven days notice will not receive a refund, unless at the discretion of management.

Can I change or transfer my booking?
Bookings cannot be transferred. 
Changes can be made provided the original person remains on the booking. 
Please notify us of any changes to your booking.

What if someone cannot make it?
We invite you to find other person(s) to take the place of the person unable to attend. 
There are no refunds for absent persons. 

When should we arrive?
You should aim to arrive at the venue 5-10 minutes early but no earlier than 15 minutes.

Is there secure storage?
No you will need to carry any personal belongings with you throughout the experience.
We recommend taking small valuables (phone, wallet) but leaving bulk items in your car/at home.

Can we bring food and drink?
No food or drink permitted during the experience (bottled water is okay).

I didn't get a confirmation email...
Please check your junk email.
If your confirmation email is not there please contact us.

I didn't get a reply...
Sometimes a typo can occur when submitting an email address.
Please try contacting us again if you do not hear from us within 48 hours. 

Can we smoking during the experience? 
No.
The experience is smoke free to avoid smoke damage / smells to the gear and for the comfort and well being of the participants and staff.

A $100 fee applies to gear that will be replaced if cigarette smoke damage/odors are present.
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Smokers be advised: EPA Litter reports are submitted by staff irrespective of whether the litter occurs before, during or after the experience.

Can we drink alcohol beforehand?
Drinking in public is a criminal offence.
The experience is alcohol free (0.00 BAC).
Any person suspected of having consumed alcohol will be refused participation. 

Is there wheelchair access?
Yes.
The experience is wheelchair accessible -  however please contact us prior to allow us to make arrangements to cater to any access needs and to allow us to provide you with further info.

Do we hand out Donations to Clubs or Charities?
In place of donations we offer the opportunity for you to host a fundraiser event with us, for which we donate a portion of the proceeds back to you.

Is there a starting venue?
No. We will be in uniform and will meet your group at Eastern Beach Ferris Wheel (carpark) for the briefing. 

Do you allow on-selling?
No. On-selling is where another service provider uses our service as part of their own service.

Examples: A Mystery Picnic Adventure that offers a food hamper + our experience + movie tickets all sold as one package; or an NDIS service provider booking for a client or group of clients.

Examples that are not on-selling: Team Building, Club or work functions, etc.

I run an event business. Can I bundle your escape room experience into a package deal?
No. Unauthorized sale of our event as part of a package deal will result in legal action for the entire value of any package deals sold (not just our ticket price) and will further result in refusal of entry without refund.

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