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Dingo encounter

Need to know

  • When

    1.30pm daily  
    Sessions run for 20 mins

  • Cost

    From $69.95
    Zoo tickets sold seperately
    15 years and over

  • Bookings

    Tickets are available from 9.00am on the day of the encounter from the Retail Shop at Top Plaza 
    Map Ref. 7L

Meet Warada and Kep Kep

Learn about the secret life of Dingoes at our new intimate experience that is guaranteed to create ever-lasting memories. Join our Keepers to create enriching playtime activities and watch as they interact and display natural Dingo behaviours around you. 

Important to note:

  • Participants must be 15 years and over
  • Guests must not be allergic to nuts
  • Guests will be required to wear flat closed-toed shoes.
  • The Dingo Habitat has uneven surfaces and steep inclines, including steps on entrance. There is a separate entrance for wheelchair accessibility.
  • Photos can only be taken within the Habitat and not inside the den.
  • Please be aware that animals respond in different ways to different people, and the encounter may vary day to day.
  • We may be handling animal products during the tour, if there are any allergies to please highlight to the keeper leading the tour.  
  • We may also ask the guests to behave in a certain way to assist in their behavioural development.  
  • This Encounter is weather dependant – both for heat and wet weather.

Before you book

Taronga is a not-for-profit organisation

Your dingo encounter not only gives you a chance to connect with and learn about these playful native animals, but you can also feel great knowing your experience is supporting Taronga's vital conservation work.

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