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Taronga Zoo Sydney and Taronga Western Plains Zoo Dubbo are operated by the Taronga Conservation Society Australia. Taronga is a leader in …

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Nov 17, 2024
Deplorable experience, charged me twice on the website for our tickets, took three weeks and four staff members for them to agree it was an issue. NOW they have told us we have to wait 5-6 weeks for… Full review by Pauline D
Oct 17, 2024
The zoo itself is very pretty and the location is beautiful. There were not many animals, but the ones that we did see seemed to be well cared for. A word of advice- bring your own food and drinks. T… Full review by Mobile54914692327
Aug 25, 2024
Every aspect of our visit was excellent. There is clearly an emphasis on natural habitats and a commendable slant towards conservation. The highlights were watching the elephants having their morni… Full review by KandTCanberra
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How do you book animal encounters & find times for the various animal talks & shows? I couldn’t find any precise info on …
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How do you book animal encounters & find times for the various animal talks & shows? I couldn’t find any precise info on their website.
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You can book via the Retail Shop at the Top Plaza as you enter the park. Also when it is less busy you can book the Koala Encounter directly at the entrance to the enclosure. For …
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You can book via the Retail Shop at the Top Plaza as you enter the park. Also when it is less busy you can book the Koala Encounter directly at the entrance to the enclosure. For information on what encounters are available on the website For example - the Giraffe Encounter starts at 1:30pm
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How do you book animal encounters & find times for the various animal talks & shows? Couldn’t find any clear info on their …
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How do you book animal encounters & find times for the various animal talks & shows? Couldn’t find any clear info on their website
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Hi, animal encounters can only be booked on the day. I believe it’s a first come, first served basis. The animal talks and shows run every half an hour or so, you can collect a map on …
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Hi, animal encounters can only be booked on the day. I believe it’s a first come, first served basis. The animal talks and shows run every half an hour or so, you can collect a map on your way in which shows all the times on there. If you want to see the seal show I suggest lining up half an hour before the show so you don’t miss out as there’s limited seating.
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We are flying into Sydney's international airport and staying at the Wildlife retreat Taronga. Is it possible to take public …
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We are flying into Sydney's international airport and staying at the Wildlife retreat Taronga. Is it possible to take public transportation from the airport to the Taronga zoo ?
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Yes, public transport is actually the fastest way to the Zoo. First just catch a Public Train from the Airport to Circular Quay. Then just find the Taronga Zoo Wharf for a 12 minute Public …
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Yes, public transport is actually the fastest way to the Zoo. First just catch a Public Train from the Airport to Circular Quay. Then just find the Taronga Zoo Wharf for a 12 minute Public Ferry ride direct to the Zoo.
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Answer by Maree B · Nov 22, 2021
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Whats it like during these covid times im guessing no animal encounters? I read on their site they are still doing the bird …
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Whats it like during these covid times im guessing no animal encounters? I read on their site they are still doing the bird show with reduced capacity but what about the seal show?
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Yeah seemed well organised with SD employed and the full amount of shows on.... be sure to get to the line up maybe 30 mins plus prior as the queues grow real quick. Everything …
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Yeah seemed well organised with SD employed and the full amount of shows on.... be sure to get to the line up maybe 30 mins plus prior as the queues grow real quick. Everything else was open and a great relaxing experience....enjoy!!
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Can we hug a koala at this zoo?
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No unfortunately not. If you purchase the koala encounter you can see them up close but you are not allowed to touch / hold them. It is stated on the Taronga Zoo website. Go to …
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No unfortunately not. If you purchase the koala encounter you can see them up close but you are not allowed to touch / hold them. It is stated on the Taronga Zoo website. Go to What's On - Animal Encounters
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If an item is out of stock or not on the website, please contact us on 02 9978 4743. Staff are best able to assist you between 11am ...
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