Giants of Africa Walk
Giraffe, eland, zebra and rhinos – you’ll see them all on this fun and informative behind-the-scenes walk.
Hippo Encounter
Running daily
Come face to face with one of the Zoo's resident Hippos during a Hippo Encounter. A Zoo Keeper will take you behind the scenes to see and learn more about this iconic African animal.
Giraffe Encounter
Running daily
Encounter the world's tallest land animal! During this experience you’ll have the opportunity to feed these gentle giants from the Zoo's Giraffe Boardwalk.
Meerkat Encounter
Running daily during School Holidays (encounter does not run on Wednesdays outside of School Holidays)
Step inside the Meerkat habitat with a Zoo Keeper, and let the curious residents get a close look at you.
Elephant Encounter
Watch as Zoo Keepers bath one of the Elephants and learn about this remarkable species and the bond between Keepers and the Elephants in our care.
Taronga is proudly accredited by the Australasian Zoo and Aquarium Association (ZAA), the peak body, which represents the collective voice of the zoos, aquariums, sanctuaries and wildlife parks across Australasia that operate to the highest standards. Find out more about our accreditation.