Keeper for a Day
Taronga’s popular Keeper for a Day experiences give animal lovers the chance to go behind the scenes:
Junior Keeper (Ages 8–11): 9am–2:30pm | $170
Cadet Keeper (Ages 12–17): 8:15am–2pm | $190
A Wild Summer Awaits at Taronga Zoo Sydney
Experience a wild summer at Taronga Zoo Sydney, from prehistoric giants to unforgettable animal experiences, overnight stays and family adventures. All set against the spectacular backdrop of Sydney Harbour.
Posted on 10 Nov 2026 by Media Release
Dinos at Taronga
A Jurassic-sized adventure is set to take over Taronga Zoo Sydney from 10 December 2026, transforming the iconic harbourside destination into a prehistoric world featuring over 30 life-sized dinosaurs.
Included with Zoo admission and Taronga Zoo Friends Annual Passes, the immersive experience brings dinosaurs to life through movement and sound. Guests will get to meet towering predators and gentle giants, enjoy live shows, dinosaur encounters, fossil digs and interactive family activities.
Along the way, guests will discover fascinating insights into some of history's most extraordinary creatures while exploring the important links between extinction, biodiversity and wildlife conservation today.
Get Splashed and Take Flight
Cool off in the Splash Zone at the iconic Seals for the Wild presentation, powered by Red Energy, held daily at 11am and 2pm. Then, look to the skies during the breathtaking Free-flight Birds presentation, supported by La Trobe Financial, at 12pm and 3pm, showcasing some of Australia’s most majestic birds in action.
More Adventures
Wild Ropes
Climb high on Taronga’s thrilling treetop adventure course open daily from 10am to 4pm. With options for juniors, teens and adults, it’s an exciting way to see the Zoo from above. Prices start from $27.
Stay overnight
Make your summer adventure truly unforgettable with a night under the stars at Roar and Snore or a luxury stay at the Wildlife Retreat at Taronga.
Members Get More
Become a Zoo Friends Member and enjoy unlimited entry to Taronga Zoo Sydney and Taronga Western Plains Zoo, member discounts, and exclusive event offers, plus reciprocal entry to Zoos Victoria, Zoos SA and Perth Zoo.
Family Flex $140 per adult + $20 joining fee. Kids under 16 from the same household are free!
Plan Your Wild Summer Adventure
With more than 6,500 animals to meet, 15+ free keeper talks daily keeper talks and an array of animal encounters, it’s Sydney’s wildest day out.
Every visit supports Taronga’s not-for-profit mission, including the care of Australian wildlife in its Wildlife Hospitals and conservation programs within Australia and beyond.
Book your school holiday adventure at taronga.org.au
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Taronga Zoo Sydney
Taronga Conservation Society Australia is a leader in the fields of conservation, research, animal welfare, wildlife rehabilitation and environmental education.
Taronga is a not-for-profit organisation with an absolute commitment to conservation and securing a shared future for wildlife and people.
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