The new Wildlife Retreat at Taronga is an elegantly designed overnight eco-retreat on Cammeraigal country, nestled within Taronga Zoo Sydney, on the …
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May 6, 2025
A very average Zoo with great staff and wonderful views. The zoo was difficult to navigate around, the Train wasn’t working and the food courts sold very average food. Gorillas were impressive though…Full review by Mark K
May 4, 2025
Taronga is one of the best zoos in Australia. The public ferry only cost $1 to get there (and back) and was an enjoyable ride. A great way to see the harbour. The directional signs at the zoo were ha…Full review by K B
Apr 21, 2025
Enjoyed a great 4-5 hours with family including young children. Although Australians they live mainly overseas and had not been to the zoo for many years. The animal exhibits are user friendly and it…Full review by Phil N
How do you book animal encounters & find times for the various animal talks & shows? I couldn’t find any precise info on their website.
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You can book via the Retail Shop at the Top Plaza as you enter the park. Also when it is less busy you can book the Koala Encounter directly at the entrance to the enclosure. For …
You can book via the Retail Shop at the Top Plaza as you enter the park. Also when it is less busy you can book the Koala Encounter directly at the entrance to the enclosure. For information on what encounters are available on the website For example - the Giraffe Encounter starts at 1:30pm
How do you book animal encounters & find times for the various animal talks & shows? Couldn’t find any clear info on their website
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Hi, animal encounters can only be booked on the day. I believe it’s a first come, first served basis. The animal talks and shows run every half an hour or so, you can collect a map on …
Hi, animal encounters can only be booked on the day. I believe it’s a first come, first served basis. The animal talks and shows run every half an hour or so, you can collect a map on your way in which shows all the times on there. If you want to see the seal show I suggest lining up half an hour before the show so you don’t miss out as there’s limited seating.
We are flying into Sydney's international airport and staying at the Wildlife retreat Taronga. Is it possible to take public transportation from the airport to the Taronga zoo ?
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Yes, public transport is actually the fastest way to the Zoo. First just catch a Public Train from the Airport to Circular Quay. Then just find the Taronga Zoo Wharf for a 12 minute Public …
Yes, public transport is actually the fastest way to the Zoo. First just catch a Public Train from the Airport to Circular Quay. Then just find the Taronga Zoo Wharf for a 12 minute Public Ferry ride direct to the Zoo.
Whats it like during these covid times im guessing no animal encounters? I read on their site they are still doing the bird show with reduced capacity but what about the seal show?
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Yeah seemed well organised with SD employed and the full amount of shows on.... be sure to get to the line up maybe 30 mins plus prior as the queues grow real quick. Everything …
Yeah seemed well organised with SD employed and the full amount of shows on.... be sure to get to the line up maybe 30 mins plus prior as the queues grow real quick. Everything else was open and a great relaxing experience....enjoy!!
No unfortunately not. If you purchase the koala encounter you can see them up close but you are not allowed to touch / hold them. It is stated on the Taronga Zoo website. Go to …
No unfortunately not. If you purchase the koala encounter you can see them up close but you are not allowed to touch / hold them. It is stated on the Taronga Zoo website. Go to What's On - Animal Encounters
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