The new Wildlife Retreat at Taronga is an elegantly designed overnight eco-retreat on Cammeraigal country, nestled within Taronga Zoo Sydney, on the …See more
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Aug 25, 2024
Every aspect of our visit was excellent. There is clearly an emphasis on natural habitats and a commendable slant towards conservation. The highlights were watching the elephants having their morni… Full review by KandTCanberra
Apr 23, 2024
This place was so awesome. We saw so many animals that you would never see anywhere else in the world. We saw koalas, snakes, lizards, bears, tigers, crocodiles, platypus, dingos, meerkats, kangaroos… Full review by Robkerr67
Apr 1, 2024
Zoo itself was fine. Elephants seemed SAD, must fix: NOW! Elephants are beautiful creatures who deserve happiness and good vibes, which were clearly missing. The “brekkie” wrap at the cafe was DIS… Full review by Damion H
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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We went to the seal show - they were blocking out every 2nd row. It was not that clear to us and there was no physical distancing in the queue... We were a bit disappointed by …
We went to the seal show - they were blocking out every 2nd row. It was not that clear to us and there was no physical distancing in the queue... We were a bit disappointed by the Zoo as a whole. We didn't think it was worth it.
Most unlikely. Most zoos won’t allow hugging/holding. This zoo does have a ‘close encounter’ experience and more information can be found at the Taronga Zoo website under animal …
Most unlikely. Most zoos won’t allow hugging/holding. This zoo does have a ‘close encounter’ experience and more information can be found at the Taronga Zoo website under animal encounters/koalas.