AUSTRALIA
Australia's standouts.
The 15 most popular zoos tours in Australia right now, with prices, run times and what each day actually involves.
Beat big-bus crowds on a small-group Blue Mountains day: Three Sisters views, Scenic World rides, Sydney Zoo animals, and a ferry back to Circular Quay.
“Scott was an excellent Tourist guide, very knowledgeble, had explain all the history of the places we went.”
Full-day Blue Mountains trip with Echo Point Three Sisters, Scenic World rides, Katoomba waterfalls, Sydney Zoo koala photo, harbour ferry.
“We had a great experience on this tour. Our driver was phenomenal, she had so much knowledge and passion which made for a great day. We saw beautiful views, saw all the animals at the zoo had a beautiful photo with the koalas 🐨. I would recommend this tour to anyone who wants to experience…”
Spend a full day at Taronga Zoo with free talks, animal trails, and harbor views from Circular Quay via ferry in about 12 minutes.
“The best Zoo experience we had. Would come again with my kids again.”
Brisbane day trip to Australia Zoo with hotel pickup, entry ticket, and Wildlife Hospital start, plus 6 hours to see shows and animals.
“Comfortable ride to the zoo. Very entertaining driver named Steve. The zoo is top notch and Steve gave great insight for the ultimate experience. 100 % recommend this excursion. My only suggestion is to offer other hotel pick ups. We were staying at a hotel near the airport and had to uber for the pick…”
Blue Mountains lookouts, Scenic World Skyway and steep railway, Sydney Zoo koalas, plus a Parramatta River ferry to Circular Quay.
“Scotty was my guide and he was amazing! He picked us up right on time and was very warm and welcoming. Overall we had a full bus of 20. The bus itself is comfortable and Scotty thankfully had the air conditioner on blast. During the entire tour, Scotty was very entertaining and full of information…”
Taronga Zoo ticket with return ferry from Circular Quay or Darling Harbour. Harbour views, 5,000 animals, and daily talks in one day.
“Easy way to get to Taronga Zoo. Online purchase was smooth and I got tickets next day at Wharf 6. Ferry ride was excellent.”
Ferry to Taronga Zoo for general entry with seal and free-flight bird shows, harbor views, and 350-plus animal species.
“Great zoo and an awesome way to spend a day in Sydney. Kids love it. Grownups feel like kids again. Definitely ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ‼️”
Ferry from Circular Quay to Taronga Zoo with harbour bridge and Opera House views, onboard commentary, and a flexible zoo day.
“An amazing zoo. It had been over 40 years since my last visit and still a great day out for young and old, families. Didn’t disappoint and we really enjoyed our visit. A must to do when in Sydney.”
Werribee Open Range Zoo near Melbourne delivers an open-range safari included with admission, plus lions, gorillas, hippos and more for $37.
“we caught the train from Flinders station to Werribee . from there caught a bus to the open range range zoo. was really easy to travel from the city . Everyone was friendly and helpful at the zoo. Our safari guide was brilliant with a great sense of humor. the animals all looked happy in…”
Taronga Zoo Wild Australia small-group keeper tour with Sky Safari views, koala photo time, nocturnal house access, kitchen stop, and all-day entry.
“I had a great time at the zoo and the tour was good but I don’t know that this package is worth it. The safari cable ride was shut down so I was forced to pay for the bus from the ferry (which you also have to pay for). It may have been confusion on…”
Sydney Zoo koala photo, Blue Mountains Three Sisters views, and Scenic World unlimited rides on a 10.75-hour coach tour.
“Very nice green mountains. Three Sisters were lovely but smsller than i expected. Tram ride at Scenic World was a fun rush. Sydney Zoo many of tbe animals were MIA and photo that camd with tour was with a”
Blue Mountains sights, Scenic World rides, Sydney Zoo koala photo, and a Harbour Bridge ferry on one early start day tour from Sydney.
“Cancelled by company due to flooding in mountains. We were on the bus hor 90 minutes when we got word.”
Brisbane to Australia Zoo with Croc Tours: hotel pickup, admission included, about 6 hours inside, and a guide-led ride from 7:30am.
“We thought this would simply a transfer to and from the zoo but how wrong we were. During the journey there we were informed and entertained in equal measure by the driver and he made a real difference. Explained to us the best way of getting round the zoo and even took us to the…”
Melbourne Zoo general entry near the CBD with Wild Sea, Trail of Elephants, Lemur Island, keeper talks, and fun kid zones. Mobile ticket.
“The Zoo is much larger than I expected (larger than Sydney Zoo) but few Australian native animals never showed themselves after multiple visit. Nevertheless, it worth your time.”
Early-morning koala breakfast at WILD LIFE Sydney Zoo, with a keeper-led tour, included photo, and all-day entry for $63.
“The whole experience was amazing! We checked in, and had what felt like a personal tour around the Zoo. Then the highlight… the Koalas! We got our close up photos with these furry guys and had our breakfast. As we left, we collected our photos … great souvenir. All in all, a superb experience”
