Important notice
After careful consideration to the current situation regarding COVID-19, we have made the decision to postpone some Animal Encounters.
The encounters currently running are:
- Hippo encounter
We apologise for any inconvenience and disappointment this may cause. The safety and well-being of our guests, staff and animals is always our highest priority. Please be assured Taronga is continuing to closely monitor the situation and we will keep you informed as to any further changes.
Read more about the additional actions and safety measures Taronga has been taking.
Hippo encounter
Come face to face with one of the Zoo's resident Hippos on the Hippo Encounter. Go behind-the-scenes with a keeper get up close to a Hippo, learn about the species and have the opportunity to feed one!
Giraffes in focus
This encounter has been postponed until further notice.
Think you can reach up to a giraffe’s mouth? In this experience you’ll personally feed and photograph these gentle giants from the Zoo's Giraffe Boardwalk.
Meerkat encounter
This encounter has been postponed until further notice.
Meerkats scuttling across your lap? Yes please! Step inside the exhibit with our Keeper, and sit as the curious meerkats get up close and personal.
Bookings are essential for our Meerkat encounters as places are very limited. Contact us to book.
Big cat encounter
This encounter has been postponed until further notice.
Get up close to a Sumatran Tiger in this heart-racing encounter. You’ll feed this magnificent creature while learning about the species and their plight in the wild.