Itinerary: Rainy Day Explorer

Itinerary planner

Time to explore
Approximately 2 - 3 hours
Animals highlights
Sumatran Tigers, Greater One-horned Rhino, Asian Water Buffalo, seals, Little Penguins, Wombats, Tasmanian Devils, amphibians and reptiles
Optional add-ons
Wildlife Express
$5 each way per person
Free for Zoo Friends members

Start exploring

Enjoy a quieter day at the Zoo, discovering animals that come alive in the rain and exploring sheltered habitats along the way. From Tigers and Rhinos to reptiles, nocturnal wildlife and underwater viewing, this itinerary is perfect for a peaceful wet-weather visit.

Itinerary schedule

10.00 am

Tiger Trek
Map Ref. 14F

Tigers are the only big cats that love to swim, and they even have webbed paws. Wet weather is one of the best times to see them active, while you stay dry from the covered viewing windows.

10.30 am

Coffee at the Rhino Reserve
Map Ref. 12F

Grab a hot drink and warm snack at the Taronga Food Market, then sit undercover at the Rhino Reserve watching Hari the Rhino and our trio of Water Buffalo enjoy the wet weather.

11.00 am

Seals and Penguins
Map Ref. 9D

See seals and penguins swimming through the rain from the underwater viewing area, where you can watch them glide, dive and move through the water up close.

11.15 am

Backyard to Bush
Map Ref. 4E

Seek shelter in the Backyard to Bush house, barn, and Wombat Burrow, discovering native wildlife and farmyard favourites along the way.

11.45 am

Tasmanian Devils
Map Ref. 3E

Stop by the Tasmanian Devil habitat to see these endangered carnivores and learn more about one of Australia’s most distinctive native animals.

12.00 pm

Amphibians and Reptiles
Map Ref. 8H

Discover more than 40 species of amphibians and reptiles at ARC, the largest indoor precinct.

12.30 pm

Nocturnal Country
Map Ref. 5I

Finish your visit with a trip from dusk till dawn spotting Aussie nightlife, including Bilbies, Bats and the illusive Platypus.