The Zoofari Lodge Experience

The Zoofari Lodge Experience

Experience an African safari in the heart of NSW.

Nestled near our African savannah, Zoofari Lodge offers an unrivalled in-zoo safari experience. Stay in unique canvas lodges with access to our licensed restaurant, bar, lounge and saltwater swimming pool.

Included in your stay

  • Two (2) day Zoo Admission
  • One (1) nights accommodation in a safari-style canvas lodge (Animal View or Bushland)
  • Exclusive guided tours
  • Dinner & Breakfast
  • One (1) day Bicycle Hire
  • 10% Discount at the Zoo Shop and Cafes

Your itinerary

Explore what you will get to experience during this ultimate Zoofari experience.

Please note: this is a sample itinerary only, and subject to change without notice. On arrival you will be provided with the confirmed itinerary for your stay - thank you for your understanding.

Summer Itinerary

One night stay

Day 1

2.00pm - 3.00pm

Arrival 

On the afternoon of your Zoofari adventure, your hosts will greet you at the Zoofari Lodge Guest House. Check-in is between 2.00pm - 3.00pm. 

3.30pm - 4.30pm

Cocktail Hour

Join us at Zoofari Lodge Bar for discounts on any of our signature cocktails. 

4.45pm

Giraffe Encounter

Get up close to some of Taronga Western Plains Zoo's tallest residents (Duration: 45 minutes approx. 1km walk). 

6.00pm

Dinner is served

Dine in style and enjoy our canapes followed by a banquet-dinner in the Guest House dinning room. 

8.00pm

Safari Night Tour

Experience an exclusive Taronga night safari led by passionate keepers and guides, with the chance to see some of the zoo's residents after dark from our open air safari trucks (Duration: 1hr 15 mins approx. Flash photography not permitted). 

9.30pm

Lights out 

Settle into your lodge, falling asleep to the sounds of the Zoo at night. 

 

Day 2

6.30am

Rise and Shine

Awake to the sounds of nature and get ready to join your morning tour. Experience a close encounter session where you will form a special bond with our animals.

6.45am

Safari Morning Tour

Tour the zoo and see the animals in the early morning light (Duration: 1.5 hours approx.)

8.15am

Breakfast

Cooked to order breakfast served at the Guest house

10.00am

Departure

Check out at the Zoofari Lodge Guest House and enjoy exploring Taronga Western Plains Zoo at your own leisure with complimentary admission included with your booking. 

Winter Itinerary

One night stay

Day 1

2.00pm - 3.00pm

Arrival 

On the afternoon of your Zoofari adventure, your hosts will greet you at the Zoofari Lodge Guest House. Check-in is between 2.00pm - 3.00pm. 

3.00pm - 4.00pm

Time to relax

Free time to relax in your lodge or at the Guest House, or head down to the savannah viewing area to see the wonderful vista of African wildlife

in the late afternoon sun.

From 4.00pm

Sunset Safari Tour

Enjoy an exclusive guided tour including an encounter with Taronga Western Plains Zoo's tallest residents, the Giraffes (Duration: 1 hour approx) 

6.00pm

Dinner is served

Dine in style and enjoy our canapes followed by a banquet-dinner in the Guest House dining room. 

From 8.00pm

Enjoy your evening

Relax by the fire with an after-dinner drink or cocktail. The Guest House is open until 10.00pm. Then return to your lodge for the evening and fall asleep to

the sounds of the Zoo at night.

 

Day 2

6.30am

Rise and Shine

Awake to the sounds of nature and get ready for your morning tour. The Guest House is open from 6.30am for early coffee orders.

From 7.10am

Safari Morning Tour

Tour the zoo and see the animals in the early morning light (Duration: 1 hour approx)

From 8.30am

Breakfast

Cooked to order breakfast served at the Guest house

10.00am

Departure

Check out at the Zoofari Lodge Guest House and enjoy exploring Taronga Western Plains Zoo at your own leisure with admission included with your booking. 

Zoofari Lodge, Animal View Lodge
Zoofari Lodge, Animal View Lodge
Overlook the savannah from your Lodge
Overlook the savannah from your Lodge
Zoofari Guided Tour, Taronga Western Plains Zoo
Zoofari Guided Tour, Taronga Western Plains Zoo
Animal View Lodge, Taronga Western Plains Zoo
Animal View Lodge, Taronga Western Plains Zoo