Sydney Taronga Zoo Wild Australia Experience

4.7 (529 reviews) 1 h 45 min Free cancellation

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About this activity

Step beyond the public pathways and discover Taronga Zoo Sydney from a unique, behind-the-scenes perspective. This premium, small-group experience offers an intimate and immersive connection with Australia’s extraordinary wildlife, guided by one of our passionate keepers. With a maximum of just six guests, this personalised tour invites you to slow down, connect deeply, and gain a richer understanding of the animals in our care—and how, together, we can help protect them into the future.

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At a glance

Duration: 1 h 45 min
Confirmation: Confirmed within 48 hours
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 8 people
People per booking: 1–6
Guide: English
Operated by: Taronga Zoo

Ages: Infants (0–3 years) · Children (4–15 years) · Adults (16–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: This tour does include animal encounters
Included: Behind the scenes tour with a professional zoo keeper
Included: All-day pass to Taronga Zoo

Not included

Not included: Hotel pickup and drop-off
Not included: Transportation to the zoo
Not included: Food and drinks

Itinerary

Taronga Zoo

Admission included

Taronga Zoo is one of Sydney’s top attractions and is loved by locals and tourists alike. Located on the magnificent harbor, just 12 minutes by ferry with views of iconic landmarks this is truly a zoo with a view!

Meet your Taronga keeper at the information desk in the main plaza of Taronga Sydney, and start your in-depth Wild Australia Experience that will bring you close to the animals and where you will learn about the work of the Taronga Sydney.

Learn about the unique Australian animals and how they are cared for, go behind the scenes. One of the highlights of this tour is the Koala Encounter. Your opportunity to meet these iconic Australian Animals and learn about Taronga’s conservation efforts.

Admission to Taronga Zoo is included so you are free to spend the day exploring the many exhibits and shows before and after your tour. Join the regularly scheduled keeper talks to learn more about Taronga's wide variety of animals.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Taronga Zoo Bradleys Head Road, 2088, Mosman, Australia See on map

End point

Taronga Zoo Bradleys Head Road, 2088, Mosman, Australia See on map

Using your ticket

Please note that you are not required to re-confirm your booking, however if you would like to re-confirm your booking you can do so during office hours Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm by contacting+61 2 9978 4782 outside of these hours please contact + 61 2 9969 2777.

Download the Taronga Zoo Sydney app to plan your day before you visit, find your way around, learn about our animals and join our Wild Squad missions.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.<br>If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.

If you cancel	You get back
At least 6 days before	100%
At least 2 days before	50%
Less than a day before	0%

Good to know

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Maximum of 6 people per tour
If you have any mobility and/or accessibility requirements, please let us know prior to arrival to Taronga so we can ensure the tour route can be personalised to ensure the comfortability and safety of all attendees.

Options

Afternoon Departure

Departs at 1pm, including full day admission to Taronga Zoo.
Morning Departure

10:15am Tour Start time. Including full day admission to Taronga Zoo