African Savannah
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Time to explore
Approximately 20–30 minutesAnimals to see
African Lion, Giraffe, Zebra, Ostrich, Meerkat, Fennec Fox and ChimpanzeeAccessibility
Wide, sealed pathways with gentle slopes and multiple viewing platforms
Life on the Savannah
Immerse yourself in the sights and sounds of Northern Kenya as you explore Taronga’s African Savannah.
In this expansive, multi-species habitat, watch the Lion pride survey their kingdom, gaze across ‘The Waterhole’ where Giraffes, Zebras and Ostriches roam together and discover smaller desert dwellers, such as the cheeky Meerkats and the Fennec Foxes. You'll also meet our troop of 21 Chimpanzees, each with their own unique personalities as they climb and play with each other all day long.
The African Savannah habitat area also offers sweeping harbour views and up-close moments with some of the Africa's most iconic wildlife.
Meet our animals
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To get to know some of the animals that call Taronga home
See our Pride
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Experienced mum Maya and dad Ato with their five cubs Khari, Luzuko, Malika, Zuri and Ayanna.
Most active: 2:00pm
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Gentle giants
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Zarafa, Kito and her calf Ebo, plus Jimiyu, the 2nd tallest giraffe in Australasia
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Encounter available.
Meerkats
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A busy and curious all female mob
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Encounter available.
Meet our troop
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Meet our Chimpanzee troop, including our newest members, 3-year-olds Lemba and Cikiri.
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Little desert dwellers
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A newly coupled pair - Sha and Zinder
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Keeper talks & presentations
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African animals
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Locate our trails on the Zoo Map and plan your route through the Zoo.
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