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Highlights

  • Experience Australia’s most famous zoo by traveling with the Zoo Express.
  • This ticket comes with a ferry ride and a return trip on Captain Cook's rocket ferry, plus access to the zoo entrance.
  • Explore 9 distinct trails on your own schedule as you descend the hill, including the Australian Walkabout, Kids' Trail, Reptile World, and Big Cats' Trail.
  • Did You Know? Over 4,000 animals from more than 300 species call Taronga Zoo home.

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Located on Sydney Harbour, experience Australia’s renowned zoo in an exciting manner! The Zoo Express offers a return rocket ferry ticket that also grants access to Taronga Zoo. Captain Cook operates this unique ferry service.

Taronga Zoo provides excellent wildlife encounters and stunning harbor vistas. Wander leisurely down the hill as you journey through attractions like Australian Walkabout, Kids' Trail, Reptile World, African Safari, Big Cats’ Trail, Rainforest Trail, among others! You can explore 90% of Taronga Zoo using footpaths, ramps, lifts, and escalators. After enjoying your visit at a relaxed pace, hop back on the ferry to conclude your adventure.

Inclusions & Exclusions

  • Entry to Taronga Zoo, Sydney
  • Return ferry ride departing from either Circular Quay or Darling Harbour
  • Access to nine themed wildlife trails within the zoo
  • Daily keeper-led talks and engaging animal presentations
  • Wildlife experiences such as taking photographs with koalas

This product offers multiple ticket options. Some items above (like transfers or fast-track access) may only apply to specific options — confirm what's included when you select yours.

Must Know

  • Your ferry ticket covers both directions and is valid for the same day; please check the timetable before you go.
  • The Taronga Zoo wharf is wheelchair accessible, with ramps and lifts available throughout. Free wheelchairs are provided (pre-booking recommended).
  • It's a cashless venue, so bring a card or digital payment method for convenience.
  • To enhance your visit, download the Taronga Zoo Sydney app to access maps, schedules, and highlights.

Ticket Delivery

  • Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

  • Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the boarding point.

  • Please arrive at the boarding point 15 minutes before the scheduled time of your visit to avoid any delays.

  • Please collect the Taronga Zoo tickets from the office before boarding the Hop On Hop Off. You cannot go direct for packages that include Taronga Zoo.

Boarding point

  • Circular Quay Wharf 6.

  • Board your cruise at Circular Quay Wharf 6,.

  • Address: Sydney NSW 2000, Australia

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  • King Street Wharf 1.

  • Board your cruise at King Street Wharf 1

  • Address: New South Wales, Australia

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Cancellation Policy

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts.

Frequently asked questions

Clear answers to the most common questions travelers ask before booking this experience.

Booking FAQs

The Taronga Zoo wharf is wheelchair accessible. The zoo is 90% accessible via ramps and lifts; free wheelchairs are available (pre-book recommended).

Your ferry ticket covers both directions and is valid for the same day. Please find the timetable here. Download the Taronga Zoo Sydney app to find maps, schedules, and highlights. This is a cashless venue; please bring a card or a digital payment method. Guests holding Taronga Zoo Express tickets may access the zoo via the Lower Zoo Entrance just a short walk from the wharf. Guests with ferry only tickets are required to enter via the Main Entrance at the top of the hill. Access is via a public bus (at own expense). There are up to 10 departures daily starting from 9am, with return rocket ferry services from Circular Quay, Darling Harbour, Manly, or Watsons Bay.”

Yes, the package includes both your entrance to Taronga Zoo Sydney and a return rocket ferry operated by Captain Cook from Circular Quay or Darling Harbour.

No, while you can enjoy the attractions included in your ticket, mandatory security checks at the zoo cannot be skipped.

Yes, the Taronga Zoo wharf is wheelchair accessible and 90% of the zoo is reachable via ramps and lifts. Free wheelchairs are available but it's recommended to pre-book them.

Please ensure you have a card or digital payment method, as Taronga Zoo does not accept cash for transactions inside the zoo.

No, while your ticket grants access to various trails and presentations at the zoo, specific wildlife encounters such as koala photos are excluded from this package.

Your visit will include exploring themed wildlife trails like Australian Walkabout, Kids' Trail, and Reptile World. You'll also have the chance to attend daily keeper talks and animal presentations.

While your ferry ticket is valid for same-day return travel, it's best to adhere to scheduled times for both the ferry and zoo entry to fully enjoy all included activities without time constraints.

In case of a lost voucher or ID, contact the ticket provider as soon as possible. Ensure you have digital copies for convenience and security during your visit.

There are no specified dress codes; however, it's advisable to wear comfortable clothing suitable for walking. Bags should be small enough to fit in lockers provided by the zoo.

For detailed maps, schedules, and highlights of Taronga Zoo Sydney, download their official app before your visit for an enhanced experience.

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