Zoo Events & Activities for everyone

Our wild events and activities listed below are not only educational and inspirational, but allow you special access to parts of the Zoo. These events are open to the public and don't require you to be a Zoo Friends member.

Roar and Snore - TARONGA ZOO

Camp in a luxurious ‘Safari' tent nestled on the cliff top edge of spectacular Sydney Harbour, in the heart of Australia's most famous zoo ... and be awakened by the roar of the lions at the wildest slumber party around!

» Find out more about Roar & Snore

Not suitable for under 5 years • Group Bookings available
 

Roar and Snore - TARONGA WESTERN PLAINS ZOO

Roar & Snore is an ideal adventure! As a Roar & Snore camper, you'll sleep in a four-person safari tent pitched under the stars and wake up to the warbles, rumbles, squeaks, growls and roars of the animals greeting the day...

» Visit the Roar & Snore Western Plains Zoo web page

Not suitable for under 5 years • Group Bookings available
 

Zoo Adventures

Go 'wild for wildlife' while you try a new adventure at Taronga Zoo.

Zoo Adventures is an educational and fun school holiday program for children in Kindergarten to Year 6. The program is run by qualified Zoo staff and meets a variety of educational outcomes.

Children are involved in behind the scenes tours, meeting Zoo people, keeper talks, close animal encounters, art and craft and many more exciting activities around the Zoo grounds. Each day sees a different theme, but the program as a whole focuses on the Zoo, the environment and of course the animals!

For more information on this wild holiday program please contact Backyard to Bush, Taronga Zoo.

For children 5 to 12 years old

Are you scared of spiders, snakes, lizards?

"Fearless at Taronga" is the first course of its kind offered in Australia and with a 99% success rate for all who attend it has proven to be a huge success.

Participants are now experiencing amazing accomplishments and going home with a new appreciation for spiders and reptiles and strategies to manage their fears.

The program addresses these fears through education delivered by Warrick Angus a spider and reptile specialist from the Zoological Parks Board of NSW and hypnotherapy by Alistair Horscroft a qualified Mind Trainer.

The key objectives of the program are:

• To dismiss many myths about these animals;
• Give participants the skills to respond in a rational and educated manner when encountering these animals;
• To provide a fascinating educational experience detailing the benefits and values of these animals in and amongst our homes.

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Zoofari Lodge - Taronga Western Plains Zoo

		Nestled deep in the heart of the African Savannah section of Taronga Western Plains Zoo, Dubbo, Zoofari Lodge offers unique accommodation and exclusive behind-the-scenes animal tours. Zoofari Lodge consists of a series of African-style tented luxury lodges with ensuite facilities and heated floor tiles, and a stunning Main House designed with a strong African influence. The Main House includes a fully licensed restaurant and bar, lounge area, library and saltwater swimming pool. Packages include two-day zoo admission and three exclusive, face-to-face encounters with exotic and endangered animals. The three tours, led by experienced guides and conducted in the comfort of an air-conditioned mini coach, provide a magical opportunity to get close, really close, to some wonderful creatures. » Find out more