Wine Safari Experience
Roar and Snore at Taronga Zoo Sydney is an unforgettable overnight experience featuring intimate animal encounters, fascinating keeper talks, delicious food and safari-style accommodation with spectacular views of the Sydney Harbour.
For an extra special experience join us for a roving wine tasting journey and delicious canapes throughout the Zoo hosted by award-winning sommelier, Louella Mathews.
With a Focus on seasonal and unique wines, these special events sell out quickly. Be sure to book your spot for a great night out, it’s the perfect way to experience Sydney with a difference.
This is an over 18 overnight experience.
Dates
| Autumn | Wed 9 April 2025 | Wed 14 May 2025 |
| Winter | Wed 18 June 2025 | Wed 6 August 2025 |
| Spring | Wed 15 October 2025 | Wed 12 November 2025 |
| Summer | Wed 10 December 2025 | Wed 25 February 2026 |
Wine Safari Itinerary
One night stay
Your booking includes the standard Roar and Snore itinerary plus wine tasting. The wine safari will take place from 6pm–730pm throughout the Zoo.
Day 1
| From 5.15pm | Arrival and Welcome Drink On the night of your Roar and Snore adventure, your hosts will meet you at Taronga Zoo Sydney main entrance. Check-in commences from 5:30pm with the program kicking off at 6:00pm. Guests are welcome to arrive by car, bus and ferry. Taronga Zoo Sydney is a short 12 minute ferry ride from Circular Quay. Complimentary parking in Taronga’s multi-storey car park is provided for all Roar & Snore guests. |
| 6.00pm | Embark on your roving wine tasting journey Embark on your roving wine tasting journey paired with delicious canapes throughout the Zoo with our award-winning sommelier from Me-Gal Restaurant. |
| 8.00pm | Walk to dinner A short journey through the Zoo grounds to your dinner location. |
| 8.15pm | Buffet dinner served Adventuring is hungry work! Fuel up with a delicious buffet dinner before heading out on a night excursion through the Zoo. |
| 9.00pm | Zoo Night Safari - Enjoy the animals and harbour Views Experience an exclusive Taronga night safari led by passionate keepers and guides, with the chance to see some of Taronga's favourite animals. Our programs vary by day but rest assured that we have some incredible behind the scenes experiences for you. |
| 10.00pm | Return to campsite Unwind in our comfortable safari-style tents, falling asleep to the sounds of the Zoo. Roar and Snore's tented camp is like being on safari with some of the most spectacular views of Sydney Harbour to be found anywhere. |
| 10.30pm | Camp lights out for an early start! Time to get some well-earned shut eye. |
Day 2
| 6.45am | Rise and shine After a good night's sleep wake up with the sun and get ready for two incredible behind the scenes experiences. |
| 7.30 - 9.00am | Behind the scenes experiences Every animal has a story waiting to be told. At Taronga Zoo’s Roar and Snore, we bring animals, keepers and our guests together, so you can learn the untold stories of the world’s greatest creatures, both big and small. |
| 8.00am | Continental breakfast Enjoy a leisurely breakfast and get ready for the day ahead. |
| From 9.30am | Program finishes Your Roar and Snore experience has come to an end but the adventure is not over and there is still lots of animals to discover. Enjoy a full day access to the Zoo included in your Roar and Snore stay. |
How to book
Simply select one of the above dates when booking, and the Wine Safari Experience will automatically be added on.
