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Need to know

  • Location:

    Various locations around Taronga Zoo.
    Meet at the Institute of Science and Learning (map ref. L9)
  • Time: 

    8.15am - 3.15pm
  • Ages: 

    Ages 18+
  • Group size: 

    Up to 6 people
  • Cost: 

    $370 per person 
    Zoo Friends save 20%

About the program

Prepare to experience Taronga like never before. Go behind-the-scenes of our world famous Zoo and get up close to incredible animals, step into their habitats, and take part in real zookeeper duties.

In an intimate group of up to six guests, you’ll be paired with one of our expert keepers, who will be your personal guide for the day.

What to bring

Cost

 
$370 per person
Includes full-day program of behind-the-scenes activites and animal encounters, Zoo entry, morning tea and souvenir t-shirt.
 
Zoo Friends save 20%
*Must be a current Taronga Zoo Friend to redeem discount. Discount not applicable to Gift Voucher purchases.

Availability

Only 6 spots available per day
Saturday 13 June
FULLY BOOKED
Wednesday 24 June
FULLY BOOKED
Saturday 27 June Available
Wednesday 1 July Available
Saturday 4 July Available
Saturday 18 July Available
Wednesday 22 July Available
Saturday 25 July Available
Wednesday 29 July Available
Saturday 1 August Available 
Wednesday 5 August Available
Wednesday 12 August Available
Saturday 15 August Available
Wednesday 19 August Available
Wednesday 26 August Available
Saturday 29 August Available
Wednesday 2 September Available
Saturday 5 September Available
Wednesday 9 September Available
Saturday 12 September Available
Wednesday 16 September Available
Wednesday 23 September Available
Saturday 26 September Available
Wednesday 30 September Available
Wednesday 7 October Available
Saturday 10 October Available
Wednesday 14 October Available
Saturday 17 October Available
Wednesday 21 October Available
Wednesday 28 October Available
Saturday 31 October Available
Wednesday 4 November Available
Wednesday 11 November Available
Saturday 14 November Available
Wednesday 18 November Available
Saturday 21 November Available
Wednesday 25 November Available

 

Gift this experience to someone and give them the ultimate opportunity to experience a day in the life as a Zookeeper! Perfect for animal lovers and adventurers.

Gift vouchers can be purchased at any time and are valid for 3 years after purchase date.

How to redeem:

To redeem your gift voucher, please email keeperforaday@zoo.nsw.gov.au with your contact details, gift voucher reference number and preferred available date. 

The Keeper For a Day team will respond to confirm your booking. 

Booking conditions

Please ensure you read and understand the conditions prior to booking.