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The 15 Best Zoos and Wildlife Parks in Australia

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Nowhere else keeps koalas, quokkas, wombats and saltwater crocodiles as local wildlife. These 15 run from a Sydney Harbour headland to the open range parks inland, with gate prices, ferry and chairlift notes, and where the koala hold is legal.

Penguin Parade, & Wildlife Encounters Eco Tour from Melbourne - Moonlit Sanctuary and Australia’s native animals
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Penguin Parade, & Wildlife Encounters Eco Tour from Melbourne

1.Penguin Parade, & Wildlife Encounters Eco Tour from Melbourne

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3,774 reviews · from $118Our pick

Spend about 12 hours exploring Brighton Beach, Moonlit Sanctuary, Phillip Island’s Nobbies, and the famous Penguin Parade. Go West guides such as Cloe, Jools, Graeme, and Aleks are known for lively wildlife commentary. The small penguins appear after dark, so bring warm layers.

“We had a wonderful time on the Penguin Parade & Moonlit Sanctuary Tour. Jess was an amazing tour guide — very friendly, welcoming, cheerful and responsible. It was a very well organized and memorable trip. Would highly recommend everyone !”

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Sydney: Taronga Zoo Tickets - Arriving by ferry from Circular Quay
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Sydney: Taronga Zoo Tickets

2.Sydney: Taronga Zoo Tickets

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 1,551 reviews · 1 day · from $38

Spend a full day at Taronga Zoo, reached by a 12-minute ferry from Circular Quay. Follow nine trails through Australian and exotic animal exhibits, watch Free Flight Birds and seal presentations, and enjoy views of the Opera House and Harbour Bridge.

“It was lightly misting when I got there, and was fully coming down later, but every animal was interesting and all the people were good spirited. Well arranged. And the ferry ride itself was pleasant”

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From Brisbane: Australia Zoo Transfer and Entry Ticket - The road from Brisbane to Beerwah
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From Brisbane: Australia Zoo Transfer and Entry Ticket

3.Brisbane: Australia Zoo Transfer and Entry Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,539 reviews · 9 hours · from $126

Travel from selected Brisbane hotels to Australia Zoo in an air-conditioned vehicle with drivers such as Steve or Bruce, who share local facts and a useful zoo route. Your ticket covers entry, the Wildlife Warriors show, animal exhibits, and a short visit to the Wildlife Hospital before returning to Brisbane.

“Our guide Steve was amazing, he was prompt, funny and flexible. He also shared shared some of his favourite views and stories from his time doing tours which were really helpful. His map was also amazing as it outlines the best use of your time at the zoo. Defo would say you would be lucky to get Steve as your guide”

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Brisbane River Cruise with entry to Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary - Southbank to Lone Pine, about 75 minutes on the water
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Brisbane River Cruise with entry to Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary

4.Brisbane River Cruise with entry to Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,522 reviews · from $82

Board at Southbank for a narrated Brisbane River cruise to Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary. Enjoy three hours with koalas, kangaroos, platypus, birds, and reptiles, then return by boat. Dennis and the crew are praised for friendly service, with snacks and drinks available onboard.

“Very good tour and cruise. Lots of koala and other wildlife. The smell of eucalyptus is strong but nice.”

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Brisbane River Cruise and Koala Sanctuary Visit - Following Brisbane’s river sights for 75 minutes
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Brisbane River Cruise and Koala Sanctuary Visit

5.Brisbane River Cruise and Koala Sanctuary Visit

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,397 reviews · 5h 30m · from $81

Cruise from Southbank to Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary aboard Mirimar II, with commentary from captains such as Robby and Robert. You get three hours for koalas, kangaroos, platypuses, raptors, and sheepdogs, then return by boat. Food, drinks, and koala encounters cost extra.

“Everything was great! Lovely & informative boat trip & the sanctuary was amazing with lots of animal interaction. 5*”

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Sydney: Taronga Zoo Ticket with Return Ferry - Native Australian animals and rare species
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Sydney: Taronga Zoo Ticket with Return Ferry

6.Sydney: Taronga Zoo Ticket with Return Ferry

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,142 reviews · 1 day · from $55

Collect your Fantasea Cruises ticket at Darling Harbour or Circular Quay, then take a return ferry to Taronga Zoo. Explore more than 5,000 animals at your own pace, from kangaroos and platypuses to tigers and elephants. Daily keeper talks and shows add structure to this self-guided day.

“Easy to get to the zoo, very friendly staff on the ferry. Excellent venue (zoo) to visit, educational and it is very I obvious the animal care has been made the priority. Highly recommend visiting!! Catered to all types of visitors.”

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Sydney Taronga Zoo General Entry Ticket - Arriving by ferry from Circular Quay
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Sydney Taronga Zoo General Entry Ticket

7.Sydney Taronga Zoo General Entry Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 941 reviews · from $39

Spend 3 to 6 hours exploring Taronga Zoo’s hillside habitats beside Sydney Harbour. Your ticket includes entry, the Seals for the Wild presentation, free-flight birds, and limited keeper talks. Ferry transport, food, and close animal encounters cost extra.

“Great zoo and an awesome way to spend a day in Sydney. Kids love it. Grownups feel like kids again. Definitely ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ‼️”

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Melbourne Zoo: 1-Day Entry Ticket - Walking through the Asian and African rainforest zones
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Melbourne Zoo: 1-Day Entry Ticket

8.Melbourne Zoo: 1-Day Entry Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 747 reviews · 1 day · from $37Best value

Spend a full day at Melbourne Zoo, 10 minutes from central Melbourne by tram or train. Follow themed areas featuring Australian wildlife, lions, tigers, monkeys, penguins, seals, butterflies and more. Keeper talks are included, while behind-the-scenes encounters cost extra.

“Amazing zoo. Very well laid out exhibits. Some of the nicest dining options I've seen at a zoo.”

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Day Tour in Mt. Field, Mt. Wellington, Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary and Richmond - Close encounters at Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary
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Day Tour in Mt. Field, Mt. Wellington, Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary and Richmond

9.Day Tour in Mt. Field, Mt. Wellington, Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary and Richmond

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 735 reviews · from $128

Travel from Hobart in a small group of up to 20 to walk through Mt Field National Park, meet Tasmanian wildlife at Bonorong, visit historic Richmond, and drive to kunanyi/Mt Wellington. Guides including Brett, Jarrod, Hans and Jo add local stories, while changing mountain weather makes warm layers essential.

“Brett was very knowledgeable and passionate about our toured locations. Quick way to see varied parts of Tasmania.”

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Taronga Zoo Entry & Return Ferry - Sydney Harbour - Exploring 2,900 animals in themed areas
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Taronga Zoo Entry & Return Ferry – Sydney Harbour

10.Taronga Zoo Entry & Return Ferry – Sydney Harbour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 722 reviews · from $56

Take a Captain Cook Cruises ferry from Circular Quay Wharf 6 to Taronga Zoo, then explore more than 2,900 animals at your own pace. Plan for four to eight hours, use the free shuttle uphill, and save time for keeper talks, seals, birds, koalas, and harbour views.

“This is definitely the way to go! At the end of the day when I went to the pier to catch the ferry back, there were about 200 people waiting in line for the public ferry. This is after one public ferry already filled to capacity and left. I walked right by them and had a seat while I waited for my express ferry. When it arrived only people with pre-purchased return tickets were allowed on. There were about 30-40 of us who walked right by everyone in line and got on our ferry. There was loads of room on the ferry to sit upstairs/outside, or inside. Such a low…”

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Werribee Open Range Zoo: Entry Ticket - Lions, gorillas, hippos, and monkeys on foot
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Werribee Open Range Zoo: Entry Ticket

11.Werribee Open Range Zoo: Entry Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 646 reviews · 1 day · from $37

Explore Werribee Open Range Zoo on foot, then board the included safari bus across 200 hectares of open savannah. Look for giraffes, zebras, rhinos, and kangaroos, and plan time for lion, gorilla, hippo, meerkat, and koala exhibits. Keeper talks and accessible paths add value for families.

“Great zoo! Easy to get around and plenty to see. Loved the hippo experience and deluxe safari.”

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Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary General Entry Ticket - Meeting koalas, kangaroos, and Australian icons
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Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary General Entry Ticket

12.Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary General Entry Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 538 reviews · from $50

Spend 2 to 6 hours exploring Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary on the Gold Coast. See koalas, kangaroos, wombats, reptiles, free-flight birds, and Lost Valley species. Your ticket includes keeper talks, animal shows, lorikeet feeding, and access to 27 hectares of bushland. Animal encounters cost extra.

“This was a wonderful experience. Even though it was cold and raining, we really enjoyed walking around. We were able to get close to a lot of animals and experience them without them being behind the bars of a cage. The koala experiencRead more”

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Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary Day Pass - The Kangaroo Reserve and its 150 free-ranging animals
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Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary Day Pass

13.Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary Day Pass

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 512 reviews · from $42

Spend 2 to 5 hours at Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary, about 20 minutes from Brisbane, meeting koalas, hand-feeding kangaroos and lorikeets, and watching raptors and sheepdogs at work. Daily keeper talks and shows are included, while koala encounters and kangaroo food cost extra.

“We had a great time at Lone Pine Sanctuary. It was amazing to see all the animals. Everywhere we walked there were Koala enclosures. It felt like we were in a Koala Forest. The rangers were helpful and the free shows were a treat. The only disappointment was the photo moments, you had to pay $35 per family member to meet a Koala up close and you had to use you your OWN phone or camera. No professional photo was available. Such a rip off.”

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From Brisbane: Australia Zoo Ticket and Roundtrip Transfer - Meeting the coach in central Brisbane
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From Brisbane: Australia Zoo Ticket and Roundtrip Transfer

14.Brisbane: Australia Zoo Ticket and Roundtrip Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 495 reviews · from $105

Ride an air-conditioned coach from central Brisbane to Australia Zoo, with views of pineapple farms and the Glass House Mountains. Your entry ticket gives you about six hours to see crocodiles, snakes, kangaroos, giraffes, rhinos, and free-flight birds before the return trip.

“The experience allowed for ample time at the Zoo and it’s the easiest way to get there direct from Brisbane. Although, it does work out more expensive than public transport, it is more convient.”

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Sydney Taronga Zoo Wild Australia Experience - Close encounters with koalas, kangaroos, and wallabies
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Sydney Taronga Zoo Wild Australia Experience

15.Sydney Taronga Zoo Wild Australia Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 492 reviews · from $129

Spend two hours with a Taronga zookeeper in a group of up to eight. See koalas at close range, meet hand-raised Australian animals, visit the zoo kitchen and Nocturnal House, ride Sky Safari, then explore the zoo all day.

“I had a great time at the zoo and the tour was good but I don’t know that this package is worth it. The safari cable ride was shut down so I was forced to pay for the bus from the ferry (which you also have to pay for). It may have been confusion on my part but I thought it included a professional printed photo with a koala. It does not and by the time I figured that out the photo place was closed. Very disappointed in missing out on that. The behind the scenes was fun and informative, our tour guide was awesome, and I felt like I…”

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