Optional activities

Optional activities

For an additional cost, you can pre-book a unique experience to really make sure your excursion to Taronga Western Plains Zoo Dubbo is a day your students will never forget. Or just book one of our optional extras, like a tour guide or packed lunch, to take the fuss out of the day.

Savannah Safari Bus Tour

Are you and your students ready to go on safari? Climb aboard our Savannah Safari truck and experience a unique guided tour amongst herds of African animals such as giraffes, zebra and more!

Savannah Safari Bus Tour. Photo: Rick Stevens
Savannah Safari Bus Tour. Photo: Rick Stevens

Bike hire

For a real safari adventure, hire a bike and explore the Zoo’s 5.3km circuit from a whole new angle.

Bike hire. Photo: Rick Stevens
Bike hire. Photo: Rick Stevens

Tour Guide (group must provide own bus)

Immerse yourself in knowledge and have an expert guide join you on your bus around the circuit.

Bus at Taronga Western Plains Zoo
Bus at Taronga Western Plains Zoo

Early morning walk

Starting at dawn when the animals awaken, this leisurely guided walk experience will take you to see some of the world’s exotic and endangered species before the Zoo opens.

Informative and entertaining, the walk is suitable for people capable of walking 3.8 kilometres, taking approximately 2 to 2.5 hours to complete. You can even book continental breakfasts to help take the fuss out of your early morning excursion!

*Bookings available Monday - Friday during NSW Department of Education School Term

Bookings not available Weekends, Public Holidays OR on Wednesdays & Thursdays during NSW, VIC & QLD School Holidays

Stumble across Giraffes on an early morning walk. Photo: Rick Stevens
Stumble across Giraffes on an early morning walk. Photo: Rick Stevens

Packed lunches

Take the fuss out of your excursion by booking packed lunches for your students which you can pick up and enjoy at one of the lovely picnic areas around the circuit.

NOTE: Food packs are required to be ordered at least 14 days prior to arrival, if ordering within this time frame please call 02 6881 1433.