Junior Keepers
Ages: 8–11
A fun, hands-on introduction to life as a Zoo Keeper, designed for curious young animal lovers.
Encounters & experiences
Make your visit extra wild
Want more than just a visit to the zoo? Choose from our range of fun animal encounters and unforgettable behind-the-scenes experiences to get the most out of your Taronga adventure.
Make your visit extra wild
Want more than just a visit to the zoo? Choose from our range of fun animal encounters and unforgettable behind-the-scenes experiences to get the most out of your Taronga adventure.
Wild Ropes Treetop Adventure
See Sydney from new heights on Taronga Zoo Sydney’s exhilarating high ropes courses at Wild Ropes Treetops Adventure.
Bookings can be made online or via the Tree Tops Wild Ropes admissions desk upon entry to the Zoo.
Open from 10am - 3pm
Animal encounters
An unforgettable chance to come eye to eye with your favourite animal and meet our expert Taronga keepers. Every encounter supports vital conservation work, helping protect wildlife into the future.
Animal Encounters are popular and subject to animal welfare and availability. Bookings are essential and sold on a first-in basis from the Top Plaza Retail Shop from 9.00am.
Keeper for a Day
Keeper for a Day offers hands-on, behind-the-scenes experiences for different age groups. Guided by our expert Zoo Keepers, participants step into daily routines, work with animals, and learn how today’s care protects wildlife into the future.
Cadet Keepers
Ages: 12–17
A deeper look behind the scenes for teens interested in animal care, conservation or a career with wildlife.
Adult Keepers
Ages: 18+
Experience a day in the life of a Zoo Keeper, working alongside animals and learning from the experts.
Zoo Adventures
Inspire a love for wildlife with Taronga’s school holiday program, where kids aged 5–11 explore the Zoo, meet animals and learn from keepers.
Short course:
Wildlife photography
Build confidence behind the camera as you learn the basics of wildlife photography in one of Australia’s most scenic Zoos. Perfect for beginners keen to capture amazing animal moments.
Short course:
Animal training
Discover the fundamentals of animal training in this hands-on, beginner-friendly course. Learn techniques used at Taronga and how to apply them with your own feathery, scaly or furry friends.
Short course:
Reptile care
Learn the essentials of caring for reptiles, from snakes to lizards, including habitats, feeding and licensing. Ideal for reptile enthusiasts or anyone considering a reptile pet.
Tours
Join our expert guides and discover the stories behind Australia’s unique wildlife as you meet some of our most iconic animals. Learn how Taronga is working to protect these species and secure a future for wildlife.
More to explore
What's on
See what’s on at Taronga, including current events, over 15 daily keeper talks and seasonal activities at Taronga Zoo Sydney.
Plan your visit
Find everything you need to plan your visit to Taronga Zoo Sydney, including tickets, transport, visitor information and helpful tips.
Stay at Taronga
Discover unforgettable overnight stays at Taronga Zoo Sydney. Relax at the Wildlife Retreat or camp under the stars with Roar & Snore.