Itinerary: Express Visit

Itinerary planner

Time to explore
Approximately 3 hours
Animals highlights
Lions, Chimpanzees, Meerkats, Sumatran Tigers, Gorillas, Red Pandas, Pygmy Hippos, Koalas, Platypus and Kangaroos
Free keeper talks
12.15 pm
Gorilla keeper talk
Optional add-ons
Grab a bite to eat at
Taronga Food Market.

Start exploring

Short on time? This route packs in the Zoo’s must-see animals, from African icons like lions, chimps and meerkats to Sumatran tigers, gorillas and rainforest species. Finish with a journey through Australia to spot koalas, kangaroos and the elusive platypus.

Itinerary schedule

10.30 am

African Savannah
Map Ref. 13J

Start your day in the plains of Africa, seeing our Lion pride, Chimpanzee troop, Meerkat mob curious pair of Fennec Foxes.

11.00 am

Rhino Reserve and Tiger Trek
Map Ref. 12F

Meet Hari the Greater One-horned Rhino and the three Asian Water Buffalo. Then head past the Sun Bear habitat into Tiger Trek to spot our rare Sumatran Tigers.

11.30 pm

Rainforest Trail
Map Ref. 13F

Head into the canopy to see monkeys swing, parrots fly, Pygmy Hippos wade and Red Pandas climb high and low.

A variety of food options from Taronga Food Market including fish and chips, nasi goreng, nuggets and chips, lasagne, salad, burger and fruit.

12.00 pm

Lunch at Taronga Food Market
Map Ref. 12G

Choose from a wide variety of favourites like burgers, hot dogs, nuggets and chips, fresh salads, healthy bowls, and hot or cold drinks.

12.15 pm

Gorilla Keeper Talk
Map Ref. 10G

Head to our Gorilla Precinct to catch a Keeper Talk about these Great Apes.

2.30 pm

Reptiles and Amphibians
Map Ref. 6H

Get up close to 42 creatures that jump, slither and crawl from right across the globe in ARC.

9.30 am

Nura Diya Australia
Map Ref. 8K

Finish your visit with a trip across the outback. From our famous Koalas, Platypus and Kangaroos, Tasmanian Devils, there is plenty to see.